Commentary, Daily Prompts

Blogging

Why do you blog?

I write a blog to feel more confident about expressing my thoughts and ideas and to share my work with others. It’s a place where I can show my creative and skilled side while connecting with people who have similar interests. A friend also encouraged me to do so. Also, when I blog, I get helpful feedback that helps me improve as a writer and creator.

MAD

Poetry

Artistic Escape

Drawing is a way for me to relax when I am having anxiety.
I am able to take stop the thoughts that plaque my head.
With each stroke of the pencil, my worries start to fade,
Transforming onto paper, a beautiful escapade.

MAD

Poetry

Mental Chaos

The never-ending battle of thoughts crashed through my head. Why can’t I stop them from
Invading my mind, like a relentless storm?
They swirl and they clash, leaving me in dismay,
I long for a moment of peace, for them to just go away.

But amidst the chaos, I find a glimmer of light,
A strength within to continue the fight.
I harness the power of my own inner calm,
And slowly but surely, I find a healing balm.

MAD

Challenges, Poetry

Annie’s Artistic Struggle

Welcome to the daily Three Things Challenge. Use your imagination and creativity using one, two or all three words that may or may not be related. There are no restrictions regarding length, style, or genre, though please keep it family friendly. Tag your responses with 3TC, #threethingschallenge or TTC, and you can add my logo […]

Three Things Challenge #M801

SCOFF
STUFF
SMOCK

Annie was in her smock, painting away,
Creating scenes of joy, in every stroke she’d convey,
All the stuff that she enjoys, her heart poured into art,
But then along came Agustus, with a scoff and a snarky remark.

Tears glistened in her eyes, as her enemy belittled her creation,
Her work was special and dear, a masterpiece in her imagination.

MAD

Challenges, Poetry

Writer’s Workshop Prompts for August 29, 2024

Here are the prompts for this week’s Writer’s Workshop: The Writer’s Workshop is open to anyone and everyone. Here’s how you can join us: Hope to see you Thursday!

Writer’s Workshop Prompts for August 29, 2024

Here are the prompts for this week’s Writer’s Workshop:

  1. Write a post based on the word request.
  2. Write a post in exactly 14 sentences.
  3. Do you believe in destiny, or do you believe that life’s outcome is strictly the result of choice and circumstance? What experiences or evidence has led you to your position on fate versus free will?
  4. Do you read memoir, biographies, or reference books? Which ones are your favorites and what do you get out of them? 
  5. Write about a time when you wanted to escape or run.
  6. Write a critical review of your favorite television show.

This is my first time trying this, so we will see how it goes. I chose to do number 1: write a post based on the word request. So here goes…

I request that you stay true,
To the values that guide you,
May your heart be light and free,
As you dance through life with glee.

I request that you find peace,
In the moments of sweet release,
Let your spirit soar and fly,
Underneath the endless sky.

MAD

Poetry

Navigating Darkness

Had therapy today,
Started off rough but ended better.
Black cloud that was hanging over my head
Not fully gone away but is less.
Obtained skills to help through the struggle.
I learned I need to let the negative thoughts float away.

Sometimes the path is dark and unclear,
But a glimmer of hope appears near.
Therapy brings light and a guiding hand,
Easing the burden, helping me stand.
The black cloud may linger, but I’ll find my way,
Learning to let the negative thoughts float away.

MAD

Poetry

Blinded by Pride

Welcome to my 1800th Three Things Challenge. Use your imagination and creativity using one, two or all three words that may or may not be related. There are no restrictions regarding length, style, or genre, though please keep it family friendly. Tag your responses with 3TC, #threethingschallenge or TTC, and you can add my logo […]

Three Things challenge #M800

PRIVACY
SUBDUED
BLINDED

I was blinded by my pride,
That you were true to me, I couldn’t abide,
Now I am subdued since you have ruined my reputation,
I yearn for privacy, which I feel that I will never have again.

MAD

Poetry

Bestie

Special thanks to my collaborator on this Rengay, Anthony
https://empathmuch.wordpress.com/

Comrade and buddy,

Friend and confidant in one,

Pal for life’s journey.

Helps with your rougher times 

And the blissful times as well…

-MAD/AAA

Poetry

Feelings

Daily writing prompt
How are you feeling right now?

I decided to wait until the end of the day to answer this question because I wanted to see if my feelings changed throughout the day, but unfortunately, they did not. I have many different emotions running through me right now. I feel like I am hindering a friend instead of helping. I feel anger for something that happened earlier this week, which I thought I was over, but I am in a funk from that and everything I have been going through the last couple of weeks. It is a good thing that I have therapy tomorrow. I usually come out of it in a better place, and I need that right now.

MAD

Poetry

Fluent in Profanity 

Special thanks to my collaborator on this Rengay, Anthony
https://empathmuch.wordpress.com/

Cursing in anger,

Expletive of frustration,

Goddamn it all now.

Son of a biscuit eater

Make harsh moments easier…

-MAD/AAA

Poetry

Follow Your Gut

Special thanks to my collaborator on this Rengay, Anthony
https://empathmuch.wordpress.com/

Knowing without thought,

Instinct guiding the actions,

Intuitive feel.

Have faith and trust in your gut.

It hasn’t let you down yet…

-MAD/AAA

Poetry

Greatness Earned 

Special thanks to my collaborator on this Rengay, Anthony
https://empathmuch.wordpress.com/

Efforts never cease,

Striving towards what’s yet to come,

Trying to succeed.

Takes a lot of your gumption,

and sheer determination…

-MAD/AAA

Poetry

Accomplishment 

Special thanks to my collaborator on this Rengay, Anthony
https://empathmuch.wordpress.com/

Proud declaration,

Speaking of accomplishment,

Boastful words are shared.

Enjoy all of your success.

Dues paid and you deserve it…

-MAD/AAA