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About hdh
I have been telling stories for over 40 years and writing forever. I am a retired teacher and storyteller. I hope to expand upon my repertoire and use this blog as a place to do writing. The main purpose is to give me and others that choose to comment, a space in which to play with issues that deal with storytelling, storytelling ideas, storytelling in education, reactions to events, and just plain fun stories. I explore some of my own writing throughout, from character analysis, to fictional, to poetry, and personal stories. I go wherever my muse sends me. Enjoy!The Meet Up
The writing prompt for this piece was – Deadlines The Meet Up It was six o’clock at night. We were supposed to meet here at 5:30. Where was she? I knew I was told never to phone her, but what … Continue reading →
The Birthday Present
The writing prompt for this story was – One of your birthday gifts is a magic sweater. The Birthday Present It was my twenty-first birthday, and I finally got to vote. What do you mean, they’ve changed the voting age … Continue reading →
What’s New?
What’s new? So what’s new? New is learning better eating habits. New is that book I started that I must finish New is learning a new language New is to do something new I asked what’s new. Not what … Continue reading →
The Note
The writing prompt was: “You’re cleaning out your closet when you see a peculiar note etched into the back of the wall. The Note Did I ever tell you that I hate spring cleaning? I hate going through all the … Continue reading →
Rules: Something to think about
Rules: Something to think about Do not text while driving. “It’s only for a minute of inattention.” Speed Limit 30 Miles per Hour “That’s just recommended, right?” Stop Sign “You mean completely?” Handicapped parking only “You’re supposed … Continue reading →
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Writing Music
Writing Songs I’ve always been impressed by how some singer-storytellers, like Bill Harley, Christine Lavin, and others, write stories, add music, and perform them. In 2006, I decided to enter the field. Since then, I’ve written 11 songs and registered … Continue reading →
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Another Day at the …
The writing prompt was a picture prompt. These are the pictures I chose: Another Day at the … It is a typical day for the Hillgo family. After breakfast, everyone goes and does their own thing. Clara, … Continue reading →
Lids
–The writing prompt was to write a poem about Tupperware®.– In 1946, Chemist Earl Silas Tupper founded Tupperware®. The iconic “Wonderlier” plastic bowl with an airtight seal brought people together. With the help of Brownie Wise, who created the Tupperware … Continue reading →
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The Vision
The Story Spark for this piece was – Journeys. I took the prompt – Someone goes on a Vision Quest. The Vision He had a vision—more like a dream—in which he saw himself in a magical place. One where beautiful … Continue reading →
The Voice
The writing prompt was – The main character is in a frustrating situation. “I don’t know what to do,” was heard. No one in the group acknowledged saying it, but everyone had heard it. The voice was quite forlorn. You … Continue reading →
