The Cracks of Life (Flash Fiction 160)
“What slips through the cracks of Life?
Do you know?”
“Perhaps~ feelings,
regularly~ promises,
sometimes ~the truth.
Too often a tear
or two.”
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He caught one on his fingertip
Each Sunday Monkey Man hosts a Flash Fiction. Join us as we try to concoct some sense in 160 characters.
Photographs: Moondustwriter and Meg Yarsh
Can’t be replaced… (Flash Fiction)
Today she lost it.
She had done all she could
to take care of it.
It was the last one.
It could never be replaced.
A tear
fell
as she was fitted
for dentures.
Thank you to Monkey Man who each week hosts a great group of 160s. Yep it’s short. A challenge for those of us who can’t say anything in less than 10,000 words. Join us for the fun!
thanks to Ashley Goode for the Lost photo
*http://www.flickr.com/photos/kmndr/3457372890/sizes/m/in/photostream/
So close yet … (Flash Fiction 55 )
So close…
like a gentle whisper
sadly…
it seems
a chasm away
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far…
as a continent
yet…
space nor time
cannot divide
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near…
to feel the pounding
in your chest
but…
unable to give
breath of life
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far away…
as forever
never…
to be mine
day you slipped away
Go to the G-Man and read the fabulous Flash Fiction on that site.
Photo: Thanks for “Ausable Chasm” by Dougtone
Reasons why ya gotta love college football ( 55 words Flash Friday)
Football fans frantically cheering,
pre-game bon-fire, tail gating frenzy, fannies freezing,
loud alumnae, snuggling, friends, rivals, stadium, history
scoreboard, jerseys, helmets, pads,
quarterbacks, full-backs, receivers,
coaches, referees,
hotdogs, spilled coffee, Gatorade, beer’s overflowing
half-time show, telecast, cheerleaders, short skirts,
touchdown, field goal, interception,
defence, offense,
50 yard line,
15 glorious weeks,
next weeks game,
Bowl dreams
For more in 55 words go to Mr. Know it All. Always great stories and great people.
55 words to say “I love you”
As the moon light reflected
on her smooth tanned skin
I asked myself,
“How can I do better than the moon?”
It radiates her beauty without a word.
I did my best
“Come my darling – love me by the light of the moon.”
She touched my lips where the moon was glowing and whispered…
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Join us for Flash Friday at G-Man’s Place. Flash Fiction in 55 words or else
Ahhhh New York
NYC
I
Rarely sleep
Dear Lady
Mr. Ellis
tower above the sky
MOMA
quite the Broad
Putting on
The glitz
Flushing
Balls and rackets
I look at you in
Awww
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N.y.c.
I’m looking down on you
The Crowds
The fans
The Thrills
The jams
I Love
You
N Y C
*final dance step exit stage right*
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FYI:I love the song N Y C – my daughter played Grace in a local production of Annie. It’s a wonderful song / memory….
That’s a piece of my NYC rendition
Susan at Stony River does great Monday Flash Fiction. Guess what our prompt was??? Join Us on Mondays
The Life of a Monkey ( Flash Fiction in 160)
She swung in a tree.
looked calling to me.
She seemed so happy,
so carefree.
I heard a sound
Loud rumble like a gun.
You are lying
face down.
No more life
in the sun.
Here’s one for you Monkey Man. Hope you like it!!! For more stories in 160 go to this site.
Let me absorb your pain (Flash Fiction55)
My dear one -You are so petite and sensitive
When you are in pain your body writhes
I cringe when I hear you cry
You are my sweetheart
I love you
I hate knowing that you are hurting
Come let me wrap my arms around you
Sink into me and let me absorb your pain
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My little dog Ginger is so tender. When she is in pain she yelps.
With all she has endured, by being a street dog, who knows what is ailing her.
I hold her and comfort her until the shuddering subsides.
Come join us fro more Flash Fiction in 55 words – at the G-Man’s place
Reck less (Flash Fiction)
My mouth is watering at the sight of this ’66 Mustang in Mustang White. So like mine. A sweet car to be reckless in I can assure you. Sorry G – she’s no Chevy! Happy 55 y’all.
Take the plunge and write a story in 55 words. yes it can be done. The G- Man is the place to enjoy this crazy Friday Flash Fiction thang.
The top was down
the tunes were up
hair in the breeze
highway 55 ahead
He swerved – she braked
he was running a little late
or their meeting that night
would have ended with red lights
instead he jumped in her
Stang and they ran for the heights
to escape another set of lights
Thanks to Pat Durkin for the picture of the Ford Mustang(Creative Commons Lic)
(http://www.flickr.com/photos/paddyspig/4723681224)
My Pleasure (Flash Fiction)
“I’m not sure” she said with a grin.
“The temptation is so great.”
A smile radiated from his eyes
He looked so good in a bow tie.
He reached out
she leaned forward
“can I have a taste?”
“Of course” he winked.
“I’d like to taste that new flavor.
Mocha and raspberry please.”
“My pleasure.”
Thanks to G-Man for the Flash Friday Fun. Go to Mr Know It All for more Flash Fiction
I am part of a new poetry site. We are trying to create a community of poets and writers. Would love writer types to ck us out at One Stop Poetry.
All For Freedom (Flash Fiction)
For more flash fiction go to Monkey Man
I am part of a group starting a new site for poets.
We hope to create a writer’s community.
Ck us out at One Shot Poetry
They heard the tat tat tat of gunfire,
felt the ground tremble,
watched a pathetic swatch of cloth wave
with stars, stripes, red ,whites, blues
all for freedom.
Thanks to Walk a Dog for the American Flag
(http://www.flickr.com/photos/walkadog/3366563115/)
The Canyon
Woke up one morning
shook my head from a dream.
I was caught up – looking at you.
You were enjoying the view.
I looked down and gasped!
The space between us
Too vast
Ya gotta visit Monkey Man for more in 160
An adventure with you!!! (Flash Fiction in 55)
Checking each part of you.
Running my hands down your spine.
Nothing out of line
Your skin – perfect
I hear the wind blow past.
The energy between us is one.
Everyday an adventure with you.
“Clear” – turn her up!”
I never tire of the roar of the engine as the prop blade spins effortlessly.
For more excellent Flash Fiction go to G-Man
Life of the Party (Flash Friday)
You have so much pent up energy, life and pizzazz.
You are the life of every party.
You sparkle and you glisten.
Many will be mesmerized by your inexplicable charm and beauty.
The most finely dressed men hold you with honor as they set you down, carefully open you, pop the cork, and say cheers.
For more excellent Flash Fiction go to G-Man
Just want to be Loved (55)
Empty nights
gray days
she waited patiently
hope in hand
She imagined
Tall handsome man
Would carry her away
From this world
One day he came
Blue eyes and kind
bringing years’ worth of gifts
Alimony was behind
She flew into his arms
Tears glistened
Daddy was home
For this day she had been waiting
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Gotta go to Mr Know it All — He has it All in 55!
Lives For Freedom (Flash Fiction)
He gave his life for her.
She gave her life for them.
They stood proudly – strong ‘til the end.
Now it’s our turn to thank those who gave their lives for freedom.
Crazy – yes we write stories in 160 characters for more go to Monkey Man
The Edge of the Earth (Flash Fiction)
I was there before I knew it
The edge of the earth
“How do I hold on?” I gasped
For there is nothing at the edge
but an empire of emptiness, magnificent to behold
It beckons to the onlooker- unaware. There is a type of danger there.
Alas – nothing there to love and hold
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For more wonderful Flash Fiction stories go to G-Man
