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Month: October 2018

Yearning

Published on October 13, 2018 by Ann Marie Bryant2 Comments

Without his presence my yearning soul does ache

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Categories Poetry•Tags OctPoWriMo 2018, Tortured

Begin

Published on October 13, 2018October 13, 2018 by Ann Marie Bryant8 Comments

If I were you

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Categories Poetry•Tags If, OctPoWriMo 2018

Heirlooms

Published on October 10, 2018October 15, 2018 by Ann Marie Bryant3 Comments

Do you have a great grandmother’s lace doily?  Or a grandfather’s beloved pocket watch?  What gift do you possess that brings the past to life?  Time to share about another favorite heirloom. Continue reading “Heirlooms” →

Categories Family Stories•Tags Family Stories, Heirlooms, My Tales Writing Challenge 2018, weekly writing prompts

Dear Me

Published on October 7, 2018October 7, 2018 by Ann Marie BryantLeave a comment

Dear Me,

 

Learn to live again Continue reading “Dear Me” →

Categories Poetry•Tags Love Letters, OctPoWriMo 2018

Overcoming

Published on October 7, 2018October 13, 2018 by Ann Marie Bryant3 Comments

Conquering came in measured steps

in a mountain hamlet on a dusty road.

Victory savored autumn’s best

with no regrets with my daughter’s presence.

Hope overcame a pain filled past.

Each step afforded a new adventure

measured in laughter and adventurous joy. Continue reading “Overcoming” →

Categories Poetry•Tags chronic pain, Conquering, OctPoWriMo 2018

A Disclaimer

Published on October 5, 2018October 5, 2018 by Ann Marie Bryant8 Comments

Stand tall in the midst of each stinging stare

Savor the indignation of rejection

Each wayward soul will one day find

A heart laid bare for reflection Continue reading “A Disclaimer” →

Categories Family Stories•Tags Denied, OctPoWriMo 2018

Bed Bandits and Cuddle Pirates

Published on October 4, 2018October 4, 2018 by Ann Marie Bryant14 Comments

manure-battered

mud-splattered

Houdini-skedaddlers

mattress straddlers

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Categories Family Stories, Poetry•Tags Kenneling, OctPoWriMo 2018, Strange Animals

Love’s Embrace

Published on October 3, 2018 by Ann Marie Bryant8 Comments

A timbered voice awakens me–

With promises to set me free–

Dear honeyed words that light a spark–

A mindless need from his remark, sweet urgency. Continue reading “Love’s Embrace” →

Categories Poetry•Tags Florette, Insecurity, OctPoWriMo 2018

Fall Traditions

Published on October 3, 2018November 17, 2019 by Ann Marie BryantLeave a comment

What is your favorite fall tradition?  Share a favorite tale about a family tradition. Continue reading “Fall Traditions” →

Categories Family Stories•Tags Family Traditions, My Tales Writing Challenge 2018, weekly writing prompts

A Reminder of Your Homecoming

Published on October 2, 2018October 2, 2018 by Ann Marie Bryant2 Comments

I’ve made up my mind.

Pack your bags and leave, right now!

No more pretending-

This place is my home, my port.

Do not violate, my thoughts-

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Categories Poetry•Tags Notes and Poems, OctPoWriMo 2018

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