Tag Archives: Memoir

First Day of School And Wave Goodbye To Dad

Posted on April 8, 2019 by

Always a fan of Irene Water’s ‘Times Past‘ posts,  her latest memoir prompt, ‘School Uniforms’, brings back more than a few memories. As a tail-end baby boomer attending Primary School in 1960’s England, my school uniform was standard grey tunic, … Continue reading →

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Summerhouse Snow And Pressing On

Posted on February 1, 2019 by

This must be my latest yet for wishing you all a Happy New Year… I tried to squeeze in before the end of January, but didn’t make it.  Still, at least I managed it before Valentine’s Day… How are things … Continue reading →

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In Which I Cross The Finish Line And Wish You Happy Christmas

Posted on December 20, 2018 by

Dear friends, How to share my news and write a Christmas post? With my chicks soon gathering back in the nest and a busy time for many, I’ll keep it short (but hopefully sweet) from my heart straight to yours… … Continue reading →

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Pumpkins Memoir And A Bull Ride And A Radio Spot At The Rodeo

Posted on October 31, 2018 by

This time last year, we had just moved house.  What a difference a year makes.  We’ve painted, repaired and put up new fencing for starters. And Animal Farm has a new addition: a tiny ball of kitten naughtiness and heart … Continue reading →

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Rodeo #2: Memoir

Posted on October 13, 2018 by

Originally posted on Carrot Ranch Literary Community:
By Irene Waters, Rodeo Leader Memoir is a passion, so I’m thrilled to once again host the memoir section of the Carrot Ranch Rodeo Contest. Hoping you’ll tighten your saddles and put on…

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49 Days In 1988: Week 36 – Choices

Posted on September 18, 2018 by

Originally posted on Hugh's Views & News  :
Click here to read the first week of this feature, and follow the links at the end of each post. *** London – September 7th, 1988 Yesterday, it seems that there was quite a…

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Smorgasbord Posts from Your Archives – #Travel – An Italian Journey – Writing and Healing by Sherri Matthews

Posted on June 21, 2018 by

Originally posted on Smorgasbord Blog Magazine:
Welcome to Sherri Matthews and her series of four travel posts. Sherri includes wonderful photographs in her posts and so I will give you a taste and then a link to view on her…

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Real Memoir Imaginary Flash And Not Your Typical Anthology

Posted on March 12, 2018 by

When I moved house last October, I said goodbye to my Summerhouse.  That is, to the wood and nails of it.  To the little wooden house painted blue , strung with pretty bunting and lights which no longer belongs to … Continue reading →

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Sixty Seconds’ Worth Of Distance Run

Posted on January 31, 2018 by

The sun disappeared taking last year with it, and I quietly prayed that this year would be better. Eyes straight, time to press on and write.  This is THE year, right? The Summerhouse is five years old this month.  Five … Continue reading →

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Flash Fiction Rodeo Contest #7

Posted on October 27, 2017 by

Originally posted on Carrot Ranch Literary Community:
Murderous Musings: When Good Folk Turn Bad At The Rodeo By Sherri Matthews Saddle up, tighten your reins and pull on your riding boots. And while you’re about it, watch your back, because…

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