January 21, 2021, prompt: In 99 words (no more, no less), write a story that rephrases “light at the end of the tunnel.” Think of how the cliche replacement communicates a hopeful ending and aligns with your character or story. Go where the prompt leads! Leave The Lights On We used to think there was... Continue Reading →
Flash Fiction – Makeover
January 14, 2020, prompt: In 99 words (no more, no less), write a story about dressing up. It can be a child or another character. Be playful or go where the prompt leads! Makeover Dorothy gave her sister a cup of hot tea that afternoon. Rose sipped the tea and complained about the weather. Suddenly,... Continue Reading →
Flash Fiction – A Child In Mama’s Eyes
Mama had spent every penny she had to make me that dress. I didn't have the heart to tell her that I wasn't a little girl anymore who wanted to wear rainbow dresses, but a full grown woman who would rather wear a t-shirt and jeans. She didn't even have any source of income anymore,... Continue Reading →
Flash Fiction – A Mother’s Place Of Peace
What it is really like to be a mother...
Flash Fiction – Hunting
Hunting His eyes touched every inch of her body from across the room. This one was going to be easy. With a level of confidence that could not be matched, he strutted up to the bar next to her. It didn't take long for his charm to work its magic, and they walked together to... Continue Reading →
Flash Fiction – Traditions
September 13, 2018, prompt: In 99 words (no more, no less) write a story that includes pasta. It can be spaghetti, macaroni and cheese, or any variety. It can be a meal or a work of art. Go where the prompt leads. Traditions Angela stood on her tiptoes to be able to see over the... Continue Reading →
Flash Fiction – Average Day at Work
September 6, 2018, prompt: In 99 words (no more, no less) write about an epic workplace. It can be real or imagined. Go where the prompt leads. Average Day at Work Marcus stepped heavy steel-toed boots into his coveralls. Zipping up with a firm grip, it shielded the majority of his body. Then putting on... Continue Reading →
Flash Fiction – Mountain Lion
August 9, 2018, prompt: In 99 words (no more, no less) write a story that includes an act of "peering from the woods." Go where the prompt leads. Mountain Lion "Aren't there mountain lions in these woods?" Samantha shivered as she pulled her sleeping back closer to her body. "Stop worrying so much... Continue Reading →
Flash Fiction – Boxing Up the Past
I have had my hands full with my four kids for the summer. Being in South Dakota, their school doesn't start until after Labor Day. I haven't written in a while and wanted to make sure that I take the time to write. So here is my entry for the Carrot Ranch weekly flash fiction... Continue Reading →