Fiction Monday – 253

Welcome to the two hundred and fifty-third edition of Fiction Monday. “Though no one can go back and make a brand new start, anyone can start from now and make a brand new ending.” – Carl Bard Stories From Last Week Cinquain Contemplation by SarahThe nature rhyme by SuzanaRhyme Time by Vinitha Fiction Monday Word Prompt – GLEAM The idea … More Fiction Monday – 253

Rhyme Time

Oftentimes, I feel like a brick,When I try to rhyme, I get stuck.In finding words that gently nudge,To keep me going, I feel the urge. Writing perfect poetry—Now that’s a real mystery.But I can’t give up, not yet,For verses lift me when I’m upset. When I dare to let thoughts flow,Through woven words that softly … More Rhyme Time

Fiction Monday – 252

Welcome to the two hundred and fifty-second edition of Fiction Monday. “God grant me the serenity to accept the things I cannot change, the courage to change the things I can, and the wisdom to know the difference.” – Reinhold Niebuhr Stories From Last Week Dead battery by SarahMonkey Brain is Monkeying by BalakaA special fuel by SuzanaThe … More Fiction Monday – 252

The Flicker Within

but there isn’t any.some days lack the fuel—to move, to make, to feel.no motivation to go on,no inspiration to create,no energy to smile,not even enough to cry. some days offer nothing.and on those days,I remind myself—it’s not the will that’s gone,but the strength to seethat will still waits,beneath the weight of it all. the will … More The Flicker Within

Fiction Monday – 251

Welcome to the two hundred and fifty-first edition of Fiction Monday. “Permit yourself to change your mind when something is no longer working for you.” – Nedra Glover Tawwab Stories From Last Week I’m trying by SarahThe courage of asking help by SuzanaThe Grace in Helping by Vinitha Fiction Monday Word Prompt – FUEL The idea is simple―to write. On … More Fiction Monday – 251

The Grace in Helping

Asking for help—it takes courage,the kind that tremblesbut steps forward anyway. To accept itwhen freely offered,to lean into itwithout shame,without shrinking your worth—that is strength.That is wisdom.That is human. You may choose not to help,or give with an open heart—both are yours to choose.But never askwhat you’re owed for kindness.That is where helploses its name. … More The Grace in Helping