My WWBH Story - June 26, 2013: Quaint Little Coffee Shop

 Words used in this story are: Imprint, Careworn, Crescent, head-on, satin  

Quaint Little Coffee Shop

Janet stopped in front of the quaint little coffee shop in the small town of Flagstaff, near where she had grown up, the imprint of the train catching her eye.  Apparently the coffee shop was fairly new, because she didn't remember it being there when she moved away several years ago, but then a lot had changed.  Still, it was a far cry from the busy city of Dallas, TX where she now lived.  For a moment Janet debated going in.  She was still wearing the same satin blouse and tweed skirt she had worn to work the day before.  The skirt had survived okay, but the the blouse was all wrinkled from the long drive/

As she opened the door to go inside, Janet's thoughts went to her brother, Jason.  Jason had loved trains, jokingly calling himself a ferroequinologist.  She tried to remember if he had ever mentioned coming here.  After all, it combined his two loves Coffee and Trains.  Sadly he had just died a couple days ago  after being in a coma as a result of a head-on collision.

After Jason's accident, Janet had been unable to get away from work and had to rely on daily phone calls to her parents who sounded careworn.  When her parents had called with news of Jason's death, Janet immediately requested (more like demanded) time off work.  She had pretty much driven straight through except for a stop at one of the rest areas along the way to catch a few ZZZs.  The crescent moon had  still been in the sky when  Janet  pulled out of the rest area.

After ordering a coffee and pastry, Janet found a seat in a quiet corner.  Her thoughts once again returning to her brother.  She had a feeling he would have loved this place, simply because of the name.  Well that and because of his second love - Coffee!!  He always use to say that you could never have enough coffee.  He was always sending her pictures of the latest coffee mugs (and other coffee related gadgets) that he had picked up from various places that he travelled to.  It was funny, Janet had moved away to a bustling, busy city because she wanted to get out of what she had considered to be a boring place to live and yet she hardly ever ever went anywhere, while Jason (who had stayed in there home town) was constantly traveling all over the world, seeing new places and meeting new people.

WWBH: Blog Hop - Photo Prompt May 22, 2013

Sorry it's a bit late getting out... Been a busy early part of week.  Went to post Thursday and realized I had lost the eMail with the code from our host this week.  Then another busy day today
Definitely an interesting picture for this week as well as interesting words....  As for me - I have NO idea where to begin...  How about any of you?
this week our WWBH Photo Prompt Blog Hop Host is Nicole from The World of My Imagination


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It's that time again and this week I have the reigns! Yay! It's been a long month for me so far - and I have a new goal to write a story to a photo prompt once a month at least. I think I can do it - how about you?

Anyways, before we kick off the prompt, make sure to check out the amazing prompts from last week-

Imagined Dream World by Scott Taylor
Camel Man by Leanne Sype
Home Coming by Sally Stackhouse

Aren't they awesome??

Okay, now make sure you grab a copy of our Flash Fiction e-book.

Ready?

Here's the rules:

Here are the rules:

1) Use the photo and the 5 words provided in your story

2) Keep your word count 500 words or less.

3) You have until next Tuesday to link up your post.

4) Link up with your blog hostess (Nicole, Carrie, Tena or Leanne) when you’re done via the inLinkz linky below.

5) Have fun, don’t stress, let those creative juices flow.

This week's photo:

The words:

T-Shirt

Paddock

Spacestation

Pyramid

Zip

Oh, this should be so good.

When you're ready, post your link below -

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Note linky doesn't seem to be working - you can link through my main blog (also Jottings and Writings - on WordPress)  http://wp.me/p1s8Rt-xM

WWBH Blog Hop Photo Prompt - May 08, 2013

Thought I'd try posting this one from my phone using voice type.  Of course I am cheating a bit,  As a bulk of the code comes from our host this week Carrie over at www.chasingrevery.blogspot.com

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My favorite part - I have a winner to announce!<br />

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<span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://sallys-scribbles.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Sally&nbsp;@ Sally Scribbles!!</a></span></div>

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<a href="http://davidbastiani.wordpress.com/2013/05/05/contains-strychnine/" target="_blank">Contains Strychnine</a> by David Bastiani</div>

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<a href="http://scottywattydoodlealltheday.blogspot.com/2013/05/four-yearsa-short-story.html" target="_blank">Four Years</a> by Scott Taylor</div>

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<a href="http://anne-writersspace.blogspot.com/2013/05/of-books-and-fighter-planes.html" target="_blank">Of Books and Fighter Planes</a> by Anne Organista</div>

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<a href="http://sallys-scribbles.blogspot.co.uk/2013/05/the-power-of-books.html" target="_blank">The Power of Books</a> by Sally</div>

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<a href="http://jottingsandwritings.wordpress.com/2013/05/06/my-wwbh-story-may-01-2013-books-and-more-books/" target="_blank">Books and More Books</a> by Tena Carr<br />

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My #WWBH story: May 01, 2013 - Books and More Books.

This particular photo (and 5 words) presented a challenge for me.  Somehow I just couldn't get a story to "start up" in my mind.  I finally did come up with something, but I'm afraid it's on the short side this week (shorter than usual).  I hope that you will join in and link up your own Blog Hop story (short/long - well no more than 500 words - it doesn't matter).  To see this weeks Blog Hop Photo & Words click Here

Jeffrey walked amongst the rows of books at the large public library, fiddling with the napkin in his pocket as he did.  So many books, he didn't know where to begin.  He had never been in a library this large before, only the local library of the small town in which he lived.  When his father asked him if he wanted to go into the city with him, Jeffrey said "Yes" and asked if they might stop at the library there.  He could hardly contain his excitement when his father agreed, saying that he could even check out a couple of books.  Now as he looked wide array of books he wasn't sure how he was going to choose the one book that he was allowed.  Maybe he should look for a book on poisons.  His pet mole, racer, had gotten into some sort of poison and died.  Or maybe a book on concerts.  He and his dad had stopped and listened to  a free concert in the park and Jeffrey thought the sounds beautiful.  Jeffrey scratched at his neck while he thought about it.

Words used in this story: mole, napkin, poison, concert, neck

My WWBH Story for April 24, 2013 - Hard Worker

"Now sweetheart, don't get all in a huff" Patricia said as she noticed her husband tapping angrily on the steering wheel of the car as they drove along the highway. "Maybe we should pull over for a moment" she suggested a bit nervously.

"No," Jack answered, "I'm fine"

"Are you sure" Patricia inquired, concerned.

"Yeah" Jack replied, "It's just that BS they gave me at HR about the reason for letting me go is a pile of crock. All they care about is the quantity of work done, not the quality.

"I know," Patricia said agreeing with him. "They have no idea what a conscientious and hard worker they're losing" She rubbed his arm affectionately.

She recalled the the letter that had come from the construction company that Jack worked for on official looking letterhead from the Human Resource Department.  

  Words used: Letterhead Quantity Construction Huff Crock

WWBH Blog Hop: May 01 2013

It's Wednesday once again and guess what that means????

It's time for the Writer Wednesday Blog Hop Kick Off!! Take it away LeAnne

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Aw yeah! It's Wednesday which means two awesome things: 1) We're halfway to Friday! 2) It's time for the Writer Wednesday photo prompt! We have two story submissions from last week's photo, and you should definitely read them. :) X Marks the Spot by Carrie Sorensen Low Risk, High Value by Leanne Sype Whether we have two stories or 12 stories, we love them all and invite you to join the blog hop community. It's a great way to meet fellow writers, exercise your fiction-challenge writing muscles, and let others know about your blog. Here's a little button to add to your site if you like being a part of the blog hop:

Alrighty... here's a brief rundown of how all this works: 1) Use the photo and the 5 words provided in your story 2) Keep your word count 500 words or less. 3) You have until next Tuesday to link up your post. 4) Link up with your blog hostess (Nicole, Carrie, Tena or Leanne) when you’re done via the inLinkz linky below. 5) Have fun, don’t stress, let those creative juices flow. And now for this week's photograph:

(Randomly generated) Mandatory Words:

mole

napkin

poison

concert

neck

WWBH Blog Hop: Wed April 17, 2013

Outraged and Devestated

Leanne Sype suggested the prompt we put together this week be in honor of Boston. To be honest, I loved the idea, but I was not going to do it because everything I read made me cry and I didn't think I could do it. Until I saw this.

http://www.buzzfeed.com/erinlarosa/boston-marathon-tragedy-met-with-amazing-acts-of-kindness

It corresponds with what I read a few days ago, a quote by Fred Rogers that says, "When I was a boy and would see scary things in the news, my mother would say to me, 'Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.'"

So, I will put together a post with that in mind. I have found a lovely photo, though I believe it was taken before the bombings, it is open to many interpretations, not just for the marathon.

But first, some happier news. We have chosen the winner of our $25 Amazon Gift Card. Congratulations to

Yolanda Tong

We are so thankful to each person who participates in our weekly prompt. Please keep coming back, or write for the first time! We welcome everyone and can't wait to read all the stories like the ones from last week.

Mystery Man by Quinn Nielsen
After the Gala by Scott Taylor
A Grand Surprise by Leanne Sype


Now, quickly into the prompt. We'll start with the rules.

1) Use the photo and the 5 words provided in your story.
2) Keep your word count 500 words or less.
3) You have until Tuesday to link up your post.4) Link up with your blog hostess (Nicole, Carrie, Tena or Leanne) when you’re done via the inLinkz linky below.
5) Have fun, don’t stress, let those creative juices flow.

The Photo, Courtesy of Soniasu

The Words:

Threat

Vitamins

Summer

Quarry

Eating

Sometimes I feel like I should take a screen shot of the creativity games site I use to generate those words, just to prove they were randomly selected by the internet.

But enough of that, it's time to get writing. Make sure to link up below so we can all share in your talent. :)

MY WWBH Story – April 03, 2013: Her Dad's Shop

"Now Sally" Austin replied, "Don't go getting your Girders in a knot.  You know easily upset you can get about these things and how stress affects your heart condition."

Austin was right, Sally realized.  The doctor had repeatedly warned her about undue stress and the importance of not getting all excited.  she forced herself to  take a calming breath then worked to take slow even breaths, trying to lower rapidly beating heart.

"You know how much this dinner party means to me. how much it means to keeping my father's shop open." Sally whispered.  "I promised my father that I'd keep it going after he died.   I need this dinner party, and the sale this weekend, to drive business so I can keep "Williams Fun & Magic  Shop"

Austin smiled warmly.  "Your father was such a ham always a trickster, always joking around, but he was also a good business man too, though" he replied.  "He really believed in parity of income for all workers and new & improved working conditions"

"I just hope I can follow in his footsteps" Sally sighed.

"You'll do fine," Austin assured her.  "You've got your father's business sense.

"Just make sure you don't spike the punch Austin," Sally replied.   "Your just like my father in that regard.  He would have liked your sense of humor.  He wouldn't have approved, but he would have liked it.  

The words for this WWBH Photo Prompt were:

1. Ham
2. Spike
3. Parity
4. Girders 
5. Sale 

WWBH Blog Hop: April 10, 2013

Come on, get those creative juices flowing, and join the fun.  You don't have to be a great author or even very good (I'm not).  You just need to enjoy writing and want to share your stuff for others to enjoy.  Maybe even win an add button (courtesy of Carrie of Chasing Revery) to be put on the blog pages of the hosts here: Carrie, Nicole, LeAnne, and Myself:

So for this week we've got Nicole at the WWBH Wheel (I think I'll have next weeks).

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WOW! It is amazing - we have reached the one year anniversary of Writer Wednesday Blog Hop.

Can you believe it has been one year?? I'm so happy to have come this far with this writing prompt. Most of all I'm just amazed and grateful that everyone has stuck through this whole year and has been devoted, creative, and inspirational.

A special thank you to my fabulous blog hop hosts - Tena, Leanne, and especially Carrie, who has been with me since the start. Plus, a HUGE thank you to all the writers who show off their creative skills week after week and continue to take part in this prompt.

Before we get to the good stuff, I want to show off the entries from last week's prompt...

Murder at the Amusement Park - Part 10 by Tena Carr
Mindy and the Bus Stop by Scott Taylor
Inspiration by Elaine LK
Trapped by Leanne Sype
The Third Window by Quinn

And most of all, I want to show off the entries from last YEAR's prompt! Here are the entries we had one year ago today -

Darling, What Smells Like Ham by Nicole Pyles
Picassa's Bridge by Carrie K Sorensen
An Evening With Sam and Janet by Randy Lindsay

Aren't these amazing?

Okay, well, today is a special edition of the writing prompt, because we have an extra special thing going on - each entrant that has participated in the writing prompt this past year is eligible for our anniversary giveaway of $25.00 Amazon Gift Card!

And there is still a chance to throw your hat in the ring, because everyone who submits a writing prompt for this week's prompt, will be eligible to win, too. I'm so excited!

Now, for old times sake, we will be using the same prompt from last year. I want to see what everyone can come up with.

A reminder and rundown of the blog hop rules:

1) Use the photo and the 5 words provided in your story

2) Keep your word count 500 words or less.

3) You have until Tuesday to link up your post.

4) Link up with your blog hostess (Nicole, Carrie, Tena or Leanne) when youíre done via the inLinkz linky below.

5) Have fun, donít stress, let those creative juices flow.

And here's the fun part! Here is the photo for this week (from one year ago today!) -

The Words -

1. Ham
2. Spike
3. Parity
4. Girders
5. Sale

 Enter below when you have your story ready! Happy Anniversary everyone!!



MY WWBH Story – April 03, 2013: Murder At the Amusement Park (10)

I thought I'd revisit my Ongoing Blog Hop Photo Prompt story "Murder at the Amusement Park" with this one.  The rest of the story can be found on my "Murder at the Amusement Park" page.(on WordPress)  I'll be adding to it randomly as the bloghop photos and words lead themselves to the story.

Trent had just sat down in one of the balcony seats at the orchestra, that he was attending with his long-time friend  Samantha  Bearson, when his phone buzzed.  Samantha had ended up with an extra ticket when her boyfriend ended up being called into work. She had called and asked if he'd like to come along.  "Sure, why not" Trent had agreed.  The numbers being played by this particular orchestra included pieces by Beethoven, whom Trent considered to be a great composer.   One of the members of the orchestra had just stepped up to the front of the stage, violin in hand.  Trent glanced at his phone and saw the message  "Calling in 5" on the display screen.   He took the opportunity, while everyone was standing and applauding to make his excuses to Samantha and slip out into the large foyer just outside.

Five minutes later, right on time, his phone buzzed again this indicating an incoming call.

"Hello" Trent said briskly, answering on the first ring.

"He said he'll talk with you"  The man on the other end of the line said without preamble.

"How much?" Trent asked getting right to business.

"$600"

Trent let out a low whistle.  "That much?"

"Says he won't do it for any less"

"Okay," Trent agreed  What time? and Where?

"Tonight, 8:30 p.m.  at the Frowning Face Casino," The guy on the other end of the line told him.  "Look for a Silver colored Nissan Ultima with a cork on the radio antenna.

Trent glanced at his watch.  "That's half an hours from now..... I'm at the orchestra with a friend...."

"He says it has to be tonight or forget it."

Trent let out a sigh.  Thankfully he and Samantha had come in separate cars, so he didn't have to worry about leaving her stranded.

"So what do I tell him, is it on or not?"

"Tell him I'll be there."

"You better be" the man on the other end of the line replied as he hung up.

Trent made a quick stop in the restroom and, finding an empty toilet paper roll wrote a quick note to Samantha apologizing for having to leave suddenly and gave it to the usher.  Half an hour later he was at the casino when he noticed a silver Nissan Ultima pull up.

Trent cautiously approached the vehicle.  Two men, in casual business dress, got out from the back seat.  "Mr  Maring I presume?"  The taller one said

"Yes" Trent replied.

"Jack said you'd be waiting for us."

"Where is Jack?" Trent asked

"We're suppose to take you to meet him.

"Where?"

"We can't say." The shorter man replied.  "So are you coming or not?"

"I'm coming." Trent replied as he got into the back seat of the car.  The two guys got in on either side of him.

A few minutes later the car came to a stop at a non-descript two story house with a see-saw in the front yard

The 5 Words used in this story are: Cork, Violin, Seesaw, Toilet Paper, Composer

My WWBH Story - April 03, 2013: A Strange Light (yeah I know it's late)

Miranda shivered  as she stepped out into the chilly air from the warm cozy restaurant that she had been sitting in moments earlier.  She stood for a second outside, her gaze pulled to the large lake nearby.  She felt the call, a summons really, impossible to ignore.  The wind blew lightly and the grass rustled quietly around her as Miranda made her way towards the lake's edge.

Suddenly the wind stilled.  A strange white light streaked across the sky.  Miranda stared at it mesmerized, unable to look away.  The light wrapped around her, surrounding her.  The thought came to Miranda that this strange phenomenon  should frighten her, that she should be running away or at the very least screaming.  Strangely, though, she felt completely at peace.   A feeling of warmth and love seeped through her, the touch strangely familiar.

Suddenly a guy who looked like he belonged in the middle ages appeared in front of her - tall, dark, and undeniably handsome.  A sword hung by his side, the blade glistening brightly.

"It was you" Miranda claimed, "You were the one I felt calling me"  She could not explain how she knew this, only knew that it was undeniably true.

"Yes, indeed it was me." the man spoke his voice soft and melodious, an air of old world charm.  "I need your help"  He spoke simply without embellishment.

"Whhhy me?" Miranda stammered.  "I'm nobody, just a simple school teacher.  There's nothing special about me."

"I know your heart,  you have a certain repertoire about you for having unconditional love for those truly in need of it.  I know you are the best one for the job"

"What job?" Miranda asked.

"It involves one of your young students, Bethany".  Miranda's mind went to the quiet little girl who rarely spoke and didn't seem to be comfortable with anyone, anyone except for her that was.  "There is about to be great sadness in her young life and her life will be in grave danger." the man continued.  "She is comfortable with so few people.  You are one of the few she has warmed up to.  That is nothing to trifle at."

"But if you know this (Miranda didn't event think to question how he would know of these things) why can't something be done to stop it"

"Some things cannot be changed" the man said simply.

"So what is it that I'm suppose to do?" Miranda asked.

"Trust me," the man answered, "You will know."

"But....."

The man simply leaned forward, brushing his lips across her forehead.  "You will not be alone.  I will be with you protecting both of you"   The man shimmered, fading away.

"WAIT!!!" Miranda called ou but he was already disappearing the, strange white light from earlier re-appearing.  The light once again surrounded her filling her again with warmth.  Then, just as suddenly as it appeared, it was gone leaving Miranda feeling strangely bereft yet, at the same time, filled with a sense of purpose.

The words used in this story:  guy, repertoire, restaurant, blade, trifle

WWBH BlogHop Photo Prompt – Wednesday April 03, 2013

Today is gonna be a busy blogging day (darn to bad there's not another word for day that starts w/ "B" - then I'd have 3B LOL). I've got several blogs in my mind for today (2 blog hops, a "random topic", plus I need to catch up on the tweetalong transcript (that one posts on my Eapicoalerts blog (on WordPress) that I've been doing for the Arlington PD pretty much since they started doing them last year. That's what comes to the top of my mind.... So stay tuned.... But for now, without further ado The Wednesday Writer Blog Hop for this week with Nicole Pyles

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Ha! I still managed to fit in the letter "C" into our weekly writing prompt.

Anyone else really glad it's the weekend soon? Oh wait, it's only Wednesday. But we're close!!

Before you get started, make sure to drop by the stories from last week -

The Wooden Roller Coaster by Cindy
Adventures at Dusk by Scott Taylor

Aren't they awesome??

So, just to recap, here are the rules -

A reminder and rundown of the blog hop rules:

1) Use the photo and the 5 words provided in your story

2) Keep your word count 500 words or less.

3) You have until next Tuesday to link up your post.

4) Link up with your blog hostess (Nicole, Carrie, Tena or Leanne) when youíre done via the inLinkz linky below.

5) Have fun, donít stress, let those creative juices flow.

And here's the fun part! Here is the photo for this week -

And here are the five words -

Cork

Violin

Seesaw

Toilet Paper

Composer

Oh, I'm so excited to see what everyone comes up with.

When you are ready, post your link below!

WWBH BlogHop Photo Prompt – Wednesday March 27, 2013

Sorry guys, I'm a day late on this (and totally blew off last weeks - though not intentionally).

This week we got Leanne from Writing and Ruminations taking the WWBH wheel by storm....

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Raise your hand if you are on Spring Break. *raises hand*  Although I'd contend "break" is a loose term and is certainly relative depending on who you are and if you have children. :)

Regardless, I hope you're enjoying the transition into a new season that promises renewal, growth, and hopefully *fingers crossed* warmer weather! Let's celebrate with a fresh Writer Wednesday Blog Hop photo, shall we?

Here are the fantastic stories written from last week's photo. Be sure to read through them and offer some comment love on their creations. :)

<a href="http://thegraveyardofmymind.com/2013/03/20/the-huge-stone-saga-part-4-father/">The Huge Stone Saga--Part 4, Father</a> by Christopher Shawbell

<a href="http://quinnk-newbie.blogspot.com/2013/03/synergy.html">Synergy</a> by Quinn Nielsen

<a href="http://leannesype.wordpress.com/2013/03/24/cant-hide-forever-blog-hop-story/">Can't Hide Forever</a> by Leanne Sype

<a href="http://scottywattydoodlealltheday.blogspot.com/2013/03/a-span-of-sorrowa-short-story.html">A Span of Sorrow</a> by Scott Taylor

<a href="http://chasingrevery.blogspot.com/2013/03/snapshot-reveal-cool-by-river.html">Cool by the River</a> by CK Sorensen

A reminder and rundown of the blog hop rules:

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Blog Hop Photo Prompt Reveal – No use for society

Gloria made her way carefully down the mountain using an old path  that most people didn't even know was there.   It had long since been over grown with weeds,  rose bushes and blackberry vines lined the sides making it hard to see.   Reaching a clearing, she saw a rickety old house on the river  2 old houseboats sat next to it in just as derelict a condition as the house.

"James" she called loudly  then waited....  "JAMES"  she called again when there was no response.  Gloria new that the old man was slightly hard of hearing and, also, new that he didn't like being taken by surprise and didn't take kindly to unexpected guests.  But he seemed to enjoy her company.  Of ten times they would sit and talk for hours about all sorts of things including things about the Lord.  There didn't seem to be anything that James didn't know about the Lord and about the bible.

Many people saw James as a decrepit  old man with little use to society....  Most people didn't even seem to care if he lived or died,  but Gloria knew differently.  Gloria knew  that underneath the withered old body  and a mind that was starting to slow with age there  a man who was quick witted  and a wealth of information.  James had a way of sharing information and telling stories that would make people laugh  (if they'd only take the time to listen). James held several degrees (including Theology, Psychology, and Education).   And had once  been the assistant pastor at a small church before his wife died  of cancer.   He had been so distraught over his wife's death that he began to binge, often times drinking himself into a stupor....  He had been at his lowest point in life, rock bottom,  with no where to go when a stranger had given a chance.   James had continued to work odd jobs scrimping and saving till he was finally able to buy the tiny piece of land  that he now lived on.  The two houseboats, that sat by the house, had once been in prime condition and he would often rent them out to vacationers.   It didn't bring in a lot of money, but it did pay the bills and put food on the table.  But the effects of years of drinking had paid their toll on James and as his health declined, unable to put forth the physical effort of upkeep, so too did the houseboats and house.

Gloria wanted to find a way to help James, but he was a proud man  and she knew he wouldn't take kindly to charity or hand-outs "Honest work for honest pay." He often said.  He wouldn't accept anything but that he earned it.  She had come up with an idea the night before.    The small community was in need of a tutor  to help some of the kids that were floundering....  Perhaps James would be interested in helping those youngsters to learn and grow.

(yeah - I know, I went over the 500 words)

This week’s words are:

laugh

saw

lord

degree

binge

Blog Hop Photo Prompt Reveal - Rainy Day at the Donut Shop

Aerial, Fare, Rain, Sale, Profit

"Ughhh, look at that rain" Monika complained as she re-arranged the assortment of donuts in the display case for about the fiftieth time that day, Monika.  There didn't seem to be anything better to do.  She'd already wiped down all the counters and cleaned the backroom - twice.  All the donuts had been finished and the outgoing orders had been filled  & delivered.  In fact the driver had gone home hours ago.    

When Monika had arrived into work that morning, her boss (and best friend) had warned her that it would be a busy day due to the aerial show taking place that weekend.  Munchkin Donuts, Where Monika worked, was also offering the choice of an all day - allzone  bus fare or a $5 gas card with the purchase of two dozen donuts.  Unfortunately one of the other workers who was suppose to be coming in that day had had to call in because her daughter had come down with the flu, so it was only going to be Monika and her boss working today along with the baker (who had also left a few hours earlier after he'd finished with the baking.

 

Steady rain had been falling since early afternoon and the influx of customers they had that morning had begun to trickle till there was hardly anyone coming in the door.  The morning had started out pretty good and sales had been high, which was  a good thing because they were definitely falling this afternoon.  At present her boss was in the back working on paperwork for the nights deliveries.

"Look" Monika's boss (who had just come up front from the back office) stated, "The rain's stopped.  Just then a whole bunch of customers came through donut shop's doors.  "Maybe now we make a profit huh?!" He replied as he took the first customer in line.

"How can I help you ma'am?" she asked of the next customer in line as she shot a quick smile to her boss.

WWBH BlogHop Photo Prompt - Wednesday Jan 02, 20123

WOOO HOOOO!!! Our first Blog Hop of the Year!!! Time to get that creativity mojo in the groove!! So this week Carrie from Chasing Revery This past month, we only had one story entry from a new visitor - Everyone else has won our ad prize already, or are ineligible due to blog host status. That's not going to keep us from choosing a winner, though, no way! Scott Taylor, it's yours! Congratulations, and thank you so much for your dedication to our writing prompts. We are grateful for you and everyone else who makes the time to not only check us out, but who participate and share your skills. (Gosh, I hope that grammar was right. Moving on ...) So, unless otherwise asked, we will be posting up the same button from your previous win starting next week. And yay for me, I just realized I get the first prompt of the New Year! Now, this is quite an honor. Let's see what my internet scrubbing can find. Rules: 1) There will be one photo, and five words - both of those elements must be a feature in the brief story you create. 2) There is also a 500 word maximum. 3) You have until the next Wednesday to create your post. 4) When you have finished your post, come back here and link up below and let me (Or whoever your blog host is) know in the comments that you have done so! 5) We were going to tell you to not take this too seriously, but reconsidered it because we know full well that asking writers to write something means that they will take it seriously. So, take it seriously, but don't fret/panic/pass out/hyperventilate/lose sleep/run in fear over it. The photo, to suit my mood: Austria,bakeries,cakes,candies,chocolates,Christmas,Christmas markets,cookies,desserts,foods,Germany,gourmets,iStockphoto,markets,pastries,Photographs,snacks,sugars,sweet foods,Vienna The words: aerial fare rain sale profit Oh, that's almost too easy. I would chose different words, but rules are rules, I suppose, and I always try to stick with the first set. Still, nothing is as it seems with these prompts, so let us know what your twisted beautiful minds come up with by linking up below. Oh - And make sure to grab a blog hop button if you're loving the prompts! writing, writers, blogs Click and copy this code href="http://theworldofmyimagination.blogspot.com/search/label/Writers%20Wednesday%20Blog%20Hop" target="_blank">

Blog Hop Photo Prompt: Cholesteotoma

Didn't get a chance to post the WWBH announcement this week (think it was from last  week also)  as I was busy catching up from my trip to Arizona (May try to put up some pictures I took).
This week Leann Sype (Writings and Ruminations) took a stab at the WWBH reigns and did an awesome job!!

If you haven't yet seen last weeks entries, here they are:

The Photo Finals Project, by Scott Taylor

I Have A Bad Feeling About This, by Nicole Pyles

The Only Way Out, by Leanne Sype

Okay so here it goes



Mandatory words:  lobster, remote control, luggage, ears, exam

Cholesteotoma

Sandy had always loved the rain, loved to run & jump through the puddles in  her lobster red rainboots holding her yellow with red polka-dot umbrella (if she bothered to remember it that was)...  Her mother always scolded her about going out in the rain without her ear-muffs and jacket hood on.  Sandy hated wearing those ear-muffs - Hated how they felt on her ears.  And the hood of her jacket meant she couldn't feel the rain on her hair and face the way she liked.  Now there would be no more running about in the rain, not for a very long time - Maybe forever.

A few weeks ago, after a particular cold and rainy day that Sandy had been running around in, she had gotten an ear-ache that quickly turned into an ear-infection.  The ear infection hadn't been bad at first, "we should be able to treat it with antibiotics" the ENT had said at the first exam, but the infection had gotten worse and refused to go away.  Finally, stronger antibiotics killed the infection but the doctor still had more bad news.

"it looks like the cholesteotoma is back.  Sandy still remembered all the surgeries she had had to have it removed and the medications afterwards -yuck!  The doctor wasn't finished yet.... "I'm afraid it's worse this time.  The cholesteotoma has grown even bigger than last time.  If we don't get it treated right away there's a good chance Sandy could go completely deaf and there's also a chance that it could extend into her brain."

Surgery was scheduled and Sandy and her mom were given instructions to check in at the hospital early the next morning.  Sandy's mom had helped her pack her purple and pink luggage bag with her favorite stuffed horsey from her Aunt Teri and blanket from her Gma Nonny. 

Now she lay on her hospital bed playing with the remote control that moved the bed.   The medicine she was given earlier already starting to make her groggy.  "We're ready to take her down to surgery" the orderly, who had just entered the room, said after checking her chart and bracelet.

Note: The story, for most part, is fictional - but parts are based on truthy.  I actually did have cholesteotoma as a child.  Mine was caught early on but apparently it can, if left untreated for long periods of time, eventually cause hearing loss and (in rare cases) affect parts of brain or even cause death.  I was lucky in that I only ended up with some hearing loss.  Also, I actually do have an Aunt Teri (who have me stuffed horse when I was little);  And a Grandma Nonny (actually Nonny), from whom my last gift (before shed died) was a robe (not a blanket).

Thank You Nicole Pyles for doing our weekly Wednesday Writer Blog Hop - Photo Prompt.   Glad to have you back in the laptop/computer world

I hope you all will join in the fun and submit your story. Looking forward to reading them :-)

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This time I get to post the weekly prompt (and soon, I will get used to having a laptop enough to join in...I promise).  A special thank you for my co-hosts, Carrie K Sorensen, Tena Carr and Leanne Sype for having so much patience during my time of laptop-lessness.

And here's the awesome writers from last week's writing prompt! Make sure to go by and read their amazing pieces!

Snow by Randy Lindsay
The Call by Stella
John Buck Thompson by Scott Taylor

Even though rules were meant to be broken, you must follow ours (especially to be considered for our monthly contest) -


1) There will be one photo, and five words - both of those elements must be a feature in the brief story you create.
2) There is also a 500 word maximum.
3) You have until the next Wednesday to create your post.
4) When you have finished your post, come back here and link up below and let me (Or whoever your blog host is) know in the comments that you have done so!
5) We were going to tell you to not take this too seriously, but reconsidered it because we know full well that asking writers to write something means that they will take it seriously. So, take it seriously, but don't fret/panic/pass out/hyperventilate/lose sleep/run in fear over it.

And make sure to grab a blog hop button if you're loving the prompts!

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Now, for this week's photo:

The Five Words:

Parking Meter

Stomach

Magazine

Chart

Olive

Oh boy, I have a good feeling about this one. 

When you have you're post ready, get yourself linked up below! Get those creative engines going!

Woooo!