Opal Reflections
Perspectives through Prose, Poetry and Photography
Category: Family
Weekly Photo Challenge: Kiss
Stephanie met 12 week old “Bandit” and immediately fell head over heels, as evidenced by this KISS. There have been many puppy kisses enthusiastically shared since this moment last April, but somehow, lasting bonds were formed at this memorable first meeting.
Lights Out!
The porch light blinked on and off, yet again. “I’ve never been so humiliated in all my life. “ She rushed to her room, wishing she could just die! Mom smiled and locked up! This was written in response to Trifextra Challenge week 55;… Continue Reading “Lights Out!”
Sonnet #3, by William Shakespeare
This excerpted piece touched me in a very special way; perhaps because it is the sixth anniversary of my Mother’s passing, or perhaps simply because the older I get the more I recognize the eternal truth and wisdom found in these words, penned centuries… Continue Reading “Sonnet #3, by William Shakespeare”
Many Are Called
Father John, her favorite parish priest and regular confessor, was an obvious choice from whom to request a college recommendation. Church and school were the heart and soul of her world, augmenting perfectly the love and support she received, unquestioningly, from her family. Her… Continue Reading “Many Are Called”
Shared Secrets
“D-man, what’s your best, all-time favorite movie?” “Les Miserables…I know every song by heart!” “But you’ve never even seen that movie – it’s rated PG13! “So what! It’s still my favorite.” This was written in response to Trifextra Challenge Week 53, in which we… Continue Reading “Shared Secrets”
Pearl Fisher
Grandma… Crutches… Stair-flight looms ahead Family poised; protectively perched below Daughter: “Stop! Slide down on your butt!” Grandson: “No, Mom…wa-a-ay too embarrassing!” (Pearls of wisdom from mouths of babes) Grandma: “Precious boy-child!” ~~~-~~~-~~~-~~~-~~~-~~~-~~~-~~~-~~~-~~~ The above is my response to… Continue Reading “Pearl Fisher”
Treacherous Triplets
A family of five With only four chairs Each night, we’d assume our rightful places; Like musical triplets, played over two beats; And I, sandwiched in by two siblings, Bridged the treacherous gap. The challenge: This weekend we are giving you three variations on… Continue Reading “Treacherous Triplets”
Pain
My daughter posted an essay Pain, on her fantastic blog: I’m Still Learning. I include a link here and suggest that you check it out. My recent adventure with a broken fibula and the stress, uncertainty and pain that has been interwoven into the… Continue Reading “Pain”
Listening by Heart
I happily and confidently reestablish my strategic position, as I have hundreds of times. From this special perch, we are again committed co-conspirators, defending the highly treasured (if sea-slogged) Crabby Patty secret. We are best friends and buddies. He listens to me. He hears… Continue Reading “Listening by Heart”
My Sister, Eileen
Eileen Gail, my sister, is four years younger than I and today is her birthday. On the surface, we appear to be very different, but we both know, and those who truly know us know, that we are more alike than meets the eye. … Continue Reading “My Sister, Eileen”
On The Count of Three…
Trifecta Weekend Challenge: this weekend we are challenging you to write 33 of your own words to build on the following: On the count of three…(www.Trifectawritingchallenge.com). ____________________________________________________________________________ On the count of three …yesterday, the giggling girl-child was whisked skyward in Mommy and Daddy’s… Continue Reading “On The Count of Three…”
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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