Friday Writings #240: Despair and Delight

Greetings, my dear poets and storytellers. How is life in your bit of the universe? Good, I hope. Around here, things are moving forward… s l o w l y. But they are moving, and that works for me. As long as there is some momentum, there is hope. Right? 

The last few weeks have been rough. In truth, this entire year has been more difficult than usual. But I think things might start getting back to some sort of normal. I started my garden (super late, but things are starting to bloom and fruit). The health procedures that had to be postponed because of my crappy immune system have been rescheduled. And if I’m very lucky (and I think I might be this time), my muse and I will be able to spend some quality time (writing and sharing) before the end of this month. 

Some of what’s coming will be hard on my flesh, but… oh, so very good for my spirit. I’m both dreading (the physical pain) and totally excited (about the upcoming soul boost). With the push and pull of those opposing feelings in mind, for today’s optional prompt, I invite you to write poetry and prose which explores despair and delight. 

As usual, add the direct link to your response to Mister Linky. One post per participant, please. 369 words maximum. You may share old or new pieces. Write to the optional prompt or to a topic of your choosing. Visit other writers. Share your thoughts on their words.

next week: We shall invite you to write poetry or prose about change.

Friday Writings #239: Down to the Bone

 

Hello, Word Artists and Admirers! The privilege of getting older often comes with extra things to manage. Two years ago I got the unwelcome news that I had osteoporosis. I spent the first few days feeling sorry for myself. Then I spent the next two years trying to fight it. I increased my calcium intake through food and vitamins. I lifted weights. And I reversed it! Things aren't perfect. I'm still in the osteopenia zone. But I've got two years until my next scan. Here's hoping the trend continues.

So in honor of my health win, this week's optional prompt is to write about a bone in specific or bones in general. I'll take fiction or non-fiction, poetry or prose. Just remember, keep your pieces to 369 words or fewer and one piece per person please.

Next week, we shall ask you to explore despair and delight.