Category Archives: Personal Stories

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

These times they are a-changin’

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

Posted in Personal Stories, Writing | Tagged | Leave a comment

A Blank Page

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

Posted in Original Poem, Personal Stories, Writing | Tagged , , , | Leave a comment

The Night is Upon Us

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

Posted in Personal Stories, Writing | Tagged , | Leave a comment

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

Posted in Original Stories, Personal Stories, Writing | Tagged , | Leave a comment

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

Posted in Original Song, Personal Stories, Writing | Tagged , | Leave a comment

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

Posted in Original Song, Personal Stories, Writing | Tagged , | Leave a comment

And then there were none

And Then There Were None When he was young, he heard lots of stories about generations past. He was amazed at how extensive their living quarters were in their infancy. There was no lack of food; you could always find … Continue reading

Posted in Original Stories, Personal Stories, Writing | Tagged | Leave a comment

The Remains of a Landmark

The remains of a Landmark – MSG When I was 10 years old, my sister’s boyfriend, Hank, (later to become my brother-in-law) introduced me to the world of ice hockey. I started to watch a number of games on TV … Continue reading

Posted in Personal Stories, Writing | Tagged , | Leave a comment

A to Z Challenge 2024 Reflection

A to Z Challenge 2024 Reflections Truth or Consequences   This was my ninth year doing the A to Z Challenge. I combined many of the things I had done in previous years. The theme I chose was “Truth or … Continue reading

Posted in A to Z Blog Challenge 2024, Personal Stories, Writing | Tagged , , | 4 Comments

Y – whY?

Y – WhY?   Why is it that truth explains all  And what we need to hear? If truth is in the eye of the beholder What if the teller’s belief is wrong?   Why is it that young children … Continue reading

Posted in A to Z Blog Challenge 2024, Original Stories, Personal Stories, Writing | Tagged , , | 1 Comment