Tag Archives: paradise

high plateau

Posted on March 6, 2022 by ceayr

Click here to hear the poet read his words: high plateau I was happy on the high plateauwhere the sun shone every dayin a blue and cloudless skyand there were wild flowers and butterfliesand rabbits and birds that sweetly sangand … Continue reading →

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happy

Posted on December 5, 2021 by ceayr

Click here to hear the poet read his words: happy the first time that I saw youyou tore my world apartI knew that I would fall for youand that you would break my heart we laughed we danced with mermaidsas … Continue reading →

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birds in pairs

Posted on December 6, 2020 by ceayr

Click here to hear the poet read his words: birds in pairs a silver moon a bright blue skythe sea as dark as nighttrees dressed up in verdant greenwhat colour are you inside the waves whisper across the sandthe wind … Continue reading →

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The Plateau – Friday Fictioneers

Posted on July 18, 2018 by ceayr

Friday Fictioneers is hosted by the wonderful Rochelle, the undisputed master of what I call Sound Bite Fiction. She sets the weekly challenge, and the standard. This week’s photo prompt comes from her Canuck cohort, Dale Rogerson, who has apparently spent … Continue reading →

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Paradise – Friday Fictioneers

Posted on October 25, 2017 by ceayr

Friday Fictioneers is hosted by the wonderful Rochelle, the undisputed master of what I call Sound Bite Fiction. She sets the weekly challenge, and the standard. This week’s prompt comes courtesy of Roger Butolt, and the idyllic view for once brings … Continue reading →

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Afterlife – Sunday Photo Fiction

Posted on February 21, 2016 by ceayr

Sunday Photo Fiction is a weekly challenge presented by my old friend Al Forbes. The idea is to write a short story (200 word max) inspired by what you see in his picture (below). This week’s photo provokes thoughts on … Continue reading →

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Art for Art’s Sake – Haibun Thinking

Posted on February 11, 2014 by ceayr

AnElephantCant decide what to write here Al does not give him a prompt But wonders never cease He knocks out this piece And hopes you like this week’s attempt AnElephant again tries this great weekly challenge hosted by his friend … Continue reading →

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Paradise – Ligo Haibun Challenge

Posted on September 16, 2013 by ceayr

AnElephantCant ever stop dreaming He can’t keep the smile from his eyes For what it is worth He knows here on earth Is where we can find Paradise The Ligo Haibun Challenge is a weekly event hosted by the wonderful … Continue reading →

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Clouds – Friday Fictioneers

Posted on July 24, 2013 by ceayr

AnElephantCant believe it is Wednesday He is filled once again with trepidation He writes this little verse Plus 100 words And sits back in his chair and anticipation Once again it is Friday Fictioneer time. Hosted by the magnificent Rochelle, … Continue reading →

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