Category Archives: Personal Stories

These stories are true stories written about actual events that have occurred relating to me.

The Spark Generator

Posted on February 12, 2025 by hdh

The Story Spark for this piece was – Spark   The Spark Generator February 13, 2025 Dear Fellow writers, As you may or may not know, I have been creating story sparks/prompts since December 2021. Over the years, I have … Continue reading →

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Teachable Moments *

Posted on February 4, 2025 by hdh

The story spark was Life Lessons. The writing prompt I chose was “A decision I made,” and the quote: “Sometimes you win, sometimes you learn.” – John Maxwell Teachable Moments * It was March 15, 2001, and all students were off … Continue reading →

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Remote Control – a simple tool

Posted on January 28, 2025 by hdh

  This is an updated version of a piece I shared in August of 2018 Remote Control – a simple tool Why does everything we own that has any electronics in it come with a different remote control? Your TV, … Continue reading →

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You Have a Holy What?

Posted on January 8, 2025 by hdh

The writing prompt for this was – “Hole” You Have a Holy –  What? As a kid, I always dreamed I had a hole in my hand. This was not visible to the outside world, but I could access it. … Continue reading →

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My Thanksgiving Wish 2024

Posted on December 2, 2024 by hdh

Thanksgiving Message 2024 I’m sorry I’m late with my Thanksgiving wishes this year. There are too many issues that fill up my thoughts. The continuation of wars and conflicts, the steps toward a solution to climate change, and political decisions … Continue reading →

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These times they are a-changin’

Posted on November 13, 2024 by hdh

This week’s writing Spark was a picture prompt. I chose the first picture in this writing as my inspiration These Times They Are a-Changin’ I grew up in the Bronx in the 1950s and 1960s. I have fond memories of … Continue reading →

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A Blank Page

Posted on November 9, 2024 by hdh

Today’s writing spark was A Paper Chase. We had a list of different papers from which we might find our stories: a Baby Book, Diary, Gift Wrap, Letter, Sheet Music, File Folders, Sewing Patterns, Report Card, Scrapbook, Maps, Postcard, or … Continue reading →

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The Night is Upon Us

Posted on October 27, 2024 by hdh

This week’s writing prompt was, “Tell us what you feel like just before you fall asleep and then right after you wake up.” The Night is Upon Us It’s time for bed. Time for my nightly ritual. The first step … Continue reading →

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Rules: Something to think about

Posted on September 13, 2024 by hdh

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

Posted on September 5, 2024 by hdh

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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