Didn’t realize how light it was
Naïve, didn’t stop to pause
And then a certain clause
Changed an important law.
Freedoms that were strong
Changed – their plan all along
Govern as if we’re not United
Dark actors hidden, now invited
No need for the golden rule
Where you work, go to school
How you act, what you read
Independence gone with basic needs.
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64 words
W3 Prompt #132: Wea’ve Written Weekly
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The Unicorn Challenge-08/11/24
*I know, couldn’t help myself after Tuesday….
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http://estherchilton.co.uk/2024/11/07/can-you-tell-a-story-in-261/
It’s mostly texting at the moment. Calling if it’s dire straits🤓
I love to go out for a fancy dinner, but last time was three years ago☺️
Either is fine by me.
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Get to Know You #40
Today, I’m asking you to write about something(s) that brings you joy. It can be a tiny thing, like a favorite mug, or a big thing like seeing so many people voting, or huge, like life itself.
If you need a specific idea, look around the room you’re in now or look out the window. Find something there that brings you joy. There are no limits. And there can be more than one thing.
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This is Poetics, so there is also no designated form.
Optional Bonus ideas : Include at least one kenning; write your poem as a letter; write your poem as a fairy tale; use the phrase “keep breathing” or “everything matters.”
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keep breathing, the joy
exists in that tiny light
it’s there if you look
the joy is in family
the joy is in your good health
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keep breathing, the joy
see it loving your children
it’s there in their smiles
realize hope can be found
keep breathing, search for the joy
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Poetics: Choose Joy
Sitting here, hands around a warm coffee cup, my legs in front of a fake fireplace getting warmed up, and my thoughts turn to the words: fellow man. Looking it up – of course, it’s what we all usually think of it – kindred humanity. What I want to know is, where was the kindred humanity, and why didn’t they show up to vote?
If kindred humanity is Trump’s way of doing things, his hate speech, his hubris, his lies, his unlawful actions, his hatred of women, his warmongering, his complete manipulation of the justice system or complete lack of understanding of what a democracy is… if this is what stands for kindred humanity now, there is absolutely no hope for the human race that is not rich, white, entitled, and dangerous.
Elegy
He took the oath, tried to assure
The future would be a solace
Previous rulers with an iron hand
Never kept their promise
Proceeding with love and hope
He wanted to be the answer
Turn away the self indulgent
No longer letting them pander
His speech gave inspiration that his dreams come true
But struck down in the midst of helping me and you
Perhaps the future holds another who endeavors to act his will
Taking the oath in remembrance of what he tried to do
We can hope and support the wishes to be fulfilled.
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Synonyms: Assure and solace
#TankaTuesday Poetry Challenge: Synonyms Only – 11/5/2024
I chose the easy one, number three:
When I grocery shop I have a few specific brands I prefer on some things. One is paper towels. I buy a Viva single roll cloth like towels and it lasts at least a month. I use cloth rags, napkins, etc so try to keep paper usage small. Canned fruit or veggies I like Del Monte. Other canned or bottled sauces, etc I can use generic. Kleenex, Gain detergent, Cascade, and Aveeno facial products, Cerave lotion, Herbal Essence shampoo, just to name a few. Most generic brands are just fine for me. I am allergic to certain lotions, etc so have to choose what works with my skin. Cosmetics for eyes I can use are hard to find. They claim to be hyper allergenic but…
So ends a boring response to the prompt. Maybe I should have chosen number one, because the last couple of weeks my experience would cause a tirade for a response🙄😂
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This Week’s Writer’s Workshop Prompts – November 5, 2024
The banging noise of the alarm on the wall, red light color flashing and the fear was palpable. A sudden spark of nervous trust disappearing in what was supposed to be a safe environment, as the teacher sent everyone to the corner behind a half wall in the weight room. He told the students not to use their cell phones but knew some would, panicked, and not to say anything about where they were located in the school. He went to lock the room door, put a piece of heavy furniture in front of it and then tried to comfort his class. My granddaughter thought it was touching that he stood by the side of the door the entire time. She felt pride for him as he talked trying to reassure and calm the students.
**True story happened this morning as a person called on numerous suicide hotlines saying there was an active shooter in the school. High schools and junior high schools were called. Our school saw the state police arrive in two minutes, fire engines, ambulance and police all followed. She’s a strong young woman and her mother and I tried to dissipate some nerves after she was released by saying, at least you had weapons being in the weight room…I know not really funny. How can you defend yourself against an automatic weapon? And when you cast your votes tomorrow, think about who likes guns, does not want to control them, and who receives lots of money from the NRA to keep them available.
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MLMM Monday Wordle #397
The Bag Lady 
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