Opal Reflections
Perspectives through Prose, Poetry and Photography
Category: Creative Writing
Prose and Poetry
CARPE NOCTEM
I love things that go ‘bump’ in the night. I’m uneasy revealing this quirk, because I understand that for others, such things could create fear or dismay. I lie in bed, protected only by a thin mesh screen(a membrane through which sound, smells, sensations… Continue Reading “CARPE NOCTEM”
Trifecta Meet and Greet
I am writing answers to these questions posed by Trifecta as part of the Meet and Greet page. What is your name (real or otherwise)? Joanne Edith Roth (nee Marucci) Describe your writing style in three words. Finding it’s voice How long have you… Continue Reading “Trifecta Meet and Greet”
Nullification, To a Fault
Blind Injustice, unleashed: Disregarding all authentic accusers Invalidating lucid, litigious logic Suspending inherent, insistent incredulity Belying total, terrible truth Evincing encompassing evidentiary exhibits… Continue Reading “Nullification, To a Fault”
TREE OF THREE
Robin’s nest aloft, she basked in the sheltering shade. Spontaneous squeals of delight from ‘her boys’: Scaling leafy heights Securing their fortress Fending off ferocious, fantastic foes! Shade Giver, Nest Nestler, Fortress Framer By Joanne Edith. Written in response to Trifextra Week Thirty-four. The challenge: “Describe… Continue Reading “TREE OF THREE”
Shadow
Shadow…Puppy…Special sheltie Slim – spring in her step Flying Frisbees: favorite feats Shadow: Sheltie in need of sheep. Shadow… Good girl…Loyal loving companion Leaner, wiser, calmer Stairs: daily challenge Shadow: Sheltie in need of sleep. Shadow…Old Girl…Faithful friend, Ever heeding, though unhearing… Continue Reading “Shadow”
Dream Quest
Mom trusted Wynken, Blynken and Nod, to lull baby girl into dreamland. Tonight, sleep is elusive; moonbeams are missed Tonight, wooden shoe, waves of dew, misty sea are missed Tonight, Mom is missed! Trifextra (www.Trifectwritingchallenge.com) week 33: The Rule of Three is a… Continue Reading “Dream Quest”
Radical “Then” and “Now”
It used to be a basic arithmetic symbol It used to be a marvelous model of molecular movement It used to be a dreaded remedy; the unmentionable, feared procedure, to eliminate the invading cancer It used to be something concrete Tangible! … Continue Reading “Radical “Then” and “Now””
Death and Transfiguration
The last strains of sunlight lingered in the corners, grasping every available point of refraction. She slid her fingertips along the glass wondering if this was all there ever was. Or could be. Flying always made her feel insecure, out of control. Now, reluctantly… Continue Reading “Death and Transfiguration”
Retirement
In three words, I can sum up everything I’ve learned about retirement: I’m still learning! http://www.Trifectachallenge.com Trifextra challenge:Robert Frost one said, “In three words I can sum up everything I’ve learned about life: it goes on.” We want you to do the same. Sum… Continue Reading “Retirement”
Friends’ Farewell
Alone In this dark place for so long Alone, save a roll of Kodachrome A faded blue polishing cloth, Once used to lovingly brush away intruding Microscopic specs of dust. Darkness, And yet today – a sliver of light Persistently permeating The tiny vents of my… Continue Reading “Friends’ Farewell”
Love Me With All of Your Heart
I didn’t know that song, as a giggling ten-year old in Sister Thomas’ 4th grade classroom; giggling that nearly caused me to lose my Rag Doll role in the Christmas play. But I did know that this was really important, so reaching deep down – … Continue Reading “Love Me With All of Your Heart”
My Father’s Daughter
Repast over, the painful realization: this dreaded disease was the catalyst for the rebirth of their relationship. The loss of him now – his music, his humor, his goodness, his fathering – only more profound. The challenge: Last month we asked you to give… Continue Reading “My Father’s Daughter”
Lighthouse in the Mist, Cape May, NJ
Bandit
Festive View from the Pub, Peddler’s Village – Lahaska, PA.
Home Sweet Home
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