Friday Writings #89: You Laughed, You Cried, Now You Write

Greetings, poets and storytellers. How are things with you today? Have you laughed lately? Perhaps, you’ve cried a bit? I know, I know… that’s rather personal. But personal tends to be extra inspiring, which might explain why today’s optional prompt invites you to write about the last time you had a good laugh or cry.

If thoughts of laughter or crying don’t get your muse in the mood, feel free to be inspired by someone else’s mirth or tears. Or, go ahead and share any piece that feels right. Your contribution can be new or old, short or longish (369 words or fewer), fiction or nonfiction. Share the direct link to your post, please. One link per participant. Visit other writers, and let them know what their words do for you—especially if they make you laugh… or cry. 

for next week, our dearest Rosemary will invite us to write about food and/or eating.

The Art of the Mask

Friday Writings #88: Cliché Away!

Hello, Word Artists and Admirers! No, your eyes are not deceiving you. ‘Tis I, Rommy, filling in for Magaly this week while she takes a wee, but much needed, break. 

*checks notes* This week we’re talking about clichés. They can be irritating to run across, but even a cliché can have a redemption arc. For this week's optional prompt I'm asking you to do just that. Breathe life into a tired old cliché by using it in an unusual way. If you'd like some ideas for a cliché to play with, look here.  

As always, fiction and non-fiction are welcome, as are poetry and prose. Please stick to one entry per person and be sure to keep your words to 369 or fewer.

Next Week's Sneak Preview: The optional prompt will be about the last time you had a good laugh or cry.