I hate writing. That's how I was feeling for a while this afternoon. Even as I was feeling it, I knew it wasn't true, but still there's a lingering frustration in me that I need to vent about. Because writing is my outlet, and even though I hate it today, overall I know I love … Continue reading Writing Is Dumb
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Charmin Dreams
Well hello there, and welcome back to the Closet for another week of prompts! I hope you are all staying safe and hydrated and washing your hands and getting some quality time with yourself as everything shuts down around us. To be honest, I'm only familiar with the cancellations and closings in my state and … Continue reading Charmin Dreams
Prompt 384 – Childish Things
What funny and memorable things did you do as a child? This prompt probably couldn't come at a better time. The world is dark and scary right now so let's spend some time reflecting on the past, to the time of youth, where hope was eternal and the future was bright. As with most of … Continue reading Prompt 384 – Childish Things
Prompt 383 – Cutting Out Negativity
Do you think it is wise to remove all negative people from your life, even if some of them are family? If so, why? Absolutely. Look, I’m luckier than a lot of people. My family has always been kind, loving, and supportive. We’ve also had our dysfunction. We’ve bickered, snarled, gotten physical. We’re human. Emotions … Continue reading Prompt 383 – Cutting Out Negativity
Change of Scenery
Happy Sunday folks! We're back for another week of writing! I'm hoping all the weirdness stays in last week and doesn't follow into this week with the time change and the full moon and Friday the 13th. I really will need a two week vacation if I have to go through another chaotic week like … Continue reading Change of Scenery
Prompts 380-381
Hi fellow closet dwellers! Apologies for the radio silence this week, I've had a rough one. I was all ready and raring to go with prompt 380 for Wednesday night, had some ideas for a cute little story, and then I popped a tire on my commute home. Of course it was on a busy … Continue reading Prompts 380-381
Prompt 379 – Icebreaker
How do you typically break the ice in a group setting or gathering? Ice breakers are absolutely awful. I hate them. Don’t ask me to do them. Don’t put me in a group of strangers and ask me to share a fun fact or talk about the weather. If I’m in a group setting, it’s … Continue reading Prompt 379 – Icebreaker
Creative Diversity
Howdy friends! How was your weekend? Did you get out for some fun? Stay in and write? Bit o' both? I didn't do as much writing as I wanted to. I keep making excuses and finding distractions to keep me from it. Not sure why it's been so bad of late, but I hope I … Continue reading Creative Diversity
Prompt 377 – Future Certainties
What part of your future are you most certain about and what part are you most unsure of? It’s been a long day and it’s getting late, so I’m gonna answer this one earnestly. Apologies ahead of time if it comes out as a rambling stream of consciousness, but hey it’s my blog and I’ll … Continue reading Prompt 377 – Future Certainties
Prompt 376 – Reward
On what occasion do you reward yourself and what is your reward? “Whatcha got there?” “Ice cream.” “Aren’t you lactose intolerant?” “Maybe. What of it?” “So why are you eating something that’s going to constipate you later?” “I’m rewarding myself.” “Seems more like punishment.” “S’not.” “What are you rewarding yourself for?” “Didn’t kill anyone at … Continue reading Prompt 376 – Reward
