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From NPR:

“Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell abruptly froze again at a press conference yesterday. The incident happened at an event in Covington, Ky., after a reporter asked if he would run for reelection. His office said he was feeling “lightheaded.”On Up First this morning, she says many thanked him for his decades of service but were ready to see a change. Some mentioned term limits and said it might be the only way to see more young people in Congress.”

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4 line stanzas, as few as one stanza and up to as many as you like. 8 syllables or less per line. Rhyming is AAAb.

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gray foggy taste as in seeps day

autumn coolness is on the way

leaves timid in color display

resent giving up their green

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http://ronovanwrites.com/2023/08/30/ovi-poetry-challenge-11-taste-is-your-inspiration/

http://amanpan.blog/2023/08/29/moonwashed-weekly-prompt-peaceable/

Fall

Autumn

Either works

My favorite

Colorful trees seen

Scented air of apples

Gardening results abound

Tasty offerings from neighbors

School buses bumping along with kids

Parents weep as kindergarten child leaves

Seasonal changes in every aspect

Leaves start to change, fall as a constant reminder

Life will never remain the same, renewal is good

That’s what “they” say

Hard to accept

Be positive

Is good advice

Heed it, live it

It is all good.

http://skepticskaddish.com/2023/08/30/w3-prompt-70-weave-written-weekly/

“All these hate words” (these people are like a buffola magnet), he thought. The irreverent man spoke as he stepped from the rear to the front of the crowd, pushing aside the maga hat group. “The only seed of stimulating speech you said was at the beginning when you said, “take the measure of this man by his actions”. That’s what you should do…think about it!”

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Today’s Prompt: Magnet

RDP Wednesday – BOFFOLA

http://fivedotoh.com/2023/08/30/fowc-with-fandango-stimulating/

Your Daily Word Prompt – #Measure- #YDWordPrompt August 30 2023

seed

https://pensitivity101.wordpress.com/2023/08/30/three-things-challenge-m436/FRONT REAR ASIDE

It’s been a tough week here also because my grandson left 😭for new job in a new town, so:

One-Liner Wednesday – Tough week so far

#TankaTuesday #Ekphrastic #Poetry Challenge No. 335

This week’s Story Starter teaser is:

Rebecca stared at her reflection in the mirror and wondered how a country girl like her was ever going to survive the big city? He was waiting, impatient for her to make a decision. Either he would be what he’d dreamed of, a new life with the woman he loved, or a bachelor alone in a new job; he had left it up to her decision. He thought he might not survive without her. Rebecca had no idea her fears were also his.

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Fandango’s Story Starter #112

Well, hello you gorgeous creature! I didn’t see you at first. It’s like you just appeared out of nowhere! I must say the resemblance is remarkable! I don’t suppose we are related…do you have an Aunt Agatha from over in Jones’ pond? Don’t be shy, I’m a very nice bird. What’s that squishing noise? Oh, here comes Freddy—he’s not a bad guy but a little narcissistic. What was your name again? Oh, hi Freddy, I was just talking to…oh my, she left and I never saw her walk away! So how’s your day been Freddy? Ready for the bread crumb onslaught? It’s children’s day at the park…

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http://christinebialczak.com/2023/08/29/simply-6-minutes-welcome-to-the-challenge-08-29-2023/