Tag Archives: DPchallenge

The Teacher Who Refused to Teach

Mrs. Bowen. I’ll never forget her. She wore a brown wig, walked stiffly as if she had a board plastered to her back, and never spoke a word. That is, unless she was embarrassing us in front of the class. … Continue reading

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Don’t Cry Over Lost Teeth

Hidden underneath the long branches and wide leaves of the Mimosa tree was a secret place. One that provided refuge and comfort to my sister and I when we were children. It was a magical tree that could take on … Continue reading

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Secrets of a New Home

While out running errands today, a phone call came in. Too busy to answer it and not knowing who it was, I let it go to voice-mail. After arriving home and putting everything away, I remembered the message. As it … Continue reading

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My Day – In Rare Poem Style

I don’t write poems, but for the sake of the daily prompt, I’ve decided to make an exception. So here goes… In the morning when I rise The man is gone for it is wise For him to work and … Continue reading

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