The god sat there as always, pretending to be a stone edifice when actually he was alive and observing his flock. Such small malleable creatures were easy to fool and he enjoyed playing with them. Looking powerful yet accessible to them, they had no idea he was capable of controlling their will. Worshipped without question and loved unconditionally was his extraordinary life, as most gods of the world.
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Simply 6 Minutes – Welcome to the Challenge: 01/02/2024
This week’s Story Starter teaser is:
“If I asked you to do something for me, would you do it no matter what?” Jessie asked. Being a curious little brother of six years, Joey jumped at the chance. “All you have to do is take this flower to that girl standing over there”, pointing to Jane, Jessie’s dream. Joey did it and Jane looked at him and her face turned red.
“Give that back to your brother, the coward!” The dream ended.
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Fandango’s Story Starter #130
cold winds disturbing
paper white narcissus blooms
peeking unafraid
compete with spikes of green stems
even sun’s cold light relents
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January 1, 2024
Photo Challenge #497
snacks with salt
no health harbinger
resolve strength
veggies and fruit reign
now what of cravings?
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A sort of tanka🙄😂
Being human on New Year’s Day
He wore it well, the handsome mask, never defining him as a caring empath. Walking through the hospital corridors with a seemingly blasé attitude, never stopped at a dying bed. In the late of night after a brief trip to his home, he would return as his true self, and a task of love. Touching lightly with a warm caress to ease pain, he visited all of the ones in need. After many years not being discovered, he enjoyed the interaction. Some might think him an angel, as he seemed to glide quietly through the dimly lit halls.
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Sunday’s Six Sentence Story Word Prompt!
There’s a few things I’ve never done
And here I’ll name more than one:
Never driven a Delorean
Never chanted Gregorian
Never ate a single shrimp
Never cruised in a ship
Never flew in a helicopter
But never would refuse the offer
Never thought I’d love to write
Even though my mind is slight
Never thought my words be read
Reactions I might have dread
Ended up in the end
Making many interesting friends!
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Just Jot it January 2024 – The Rules!
Here are this week’s questions:
1. Did you stay up to see in the New Year last night? No choice as fireworks were very loud until about two!
2. How are you feeling this morning? Tired, as I’m still trying to get back to a healthy state.
3. Are there any special occasions/events coming up in 2024 (weddings, special birthdays, babies). My oldest son is going in again for surgery in a week so that is concerning.
4. What was the highlight/s of 2023 for you? I took a weekend road trip with my daughter and granddaughter to see an old friend.
Gratitude: I am grateful to be on the road to good health again.
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Share Your World: January 1st 2024
Celebration is a choice
Happy new year cheers are voiced
The challenge being a resolution
For peace from war and revolution
Optimism is like a star
Holding unity and changes away so far
We are humbled with improvement hopes
But must conquer those hard slopes.
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MLMM Wordle #354
First thought brought me to one of my favorites: Joni Mithchell
Just Jot it January 2024 – The Rules!
The Bag Lady 
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