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Posted on July 4, 2021 by Tessa

I write a lot of my stories as serial stories using prompts. I have many different stories, the longest one is 50 parts if I am not mistaken. My current one is here and still in progress. You can use … Continue reading →

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Week of 9-29-2015

Posted on July 28, 2019 by Tessa

___________________________________________ Stormy Weather By Teresa Smeigh Copyright September 2015 The weather had been threatening all day, but the Sanger twins wouldn’t listen to reason and took their sailboat out in the bay. The winds were strong and the sailboat took … Continue reading →

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Mondays Finish the Story – Sept. 28th, 2015

Posted on July 28, 2019 by Tessa

  Finish the story begins with:  “The A&B Building was made entirely from driftwood.” ______________________________________________________ The A&B Building Written by Teresa Smeigh Copyright September 2015 “The A&B Building was made entirely from driftwood. It took many years to construct this … Continue reading →

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Writing Prompt – September 20th 2015

Posted on July 21, 2019 by Tessa

  Beth looked at the little boy standing in front of her with his hands behind his back. He asked if she was Beth. She replied yes. He got down on his one knee and said, “This is for you, … Continue reading →

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Missing shoe? – Friday Fictioneers Photo Prompt

Posted on July 18, 2019 by Tessa

PHOTO PROMPT © C.E. Ayr Friday Fictioneers ______________________________________________ Missing Shoe By Teresa Dean Smeigh copyright November 2015   Nancy ran, quickly, stumbling on her heels. Her pursuer was gaining rapidly. She stepped down on the drain and lost a shoe. … Continue reading →

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The Kidnapping – 9/7/15

Posted on July 7, 2019 by Tessa

___________________________________________________________ The Kidnapping By Teresa Dean Smeigh Copyright September 7, 2015 Nancy and Claire were riding down the roadway with the radio blasting and the convertible top open. Nancy pushed the accelerator down. She wanted to see how fast she … Continue reading →

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Beep Boop Boop Beep! FFfAW

Posted on June 30, 2019 by Tessa

  This week’s photo prompt is provided by pixabay.com (free to use photos) Beep! Written by Teresa Dean Smeigh copyright November 2015 “Beep boop boop beep,” cooed little Arianna. “Honey, honey wake up, Arianna is talking and it is time … Continue reading →

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Word Prompt– Week of 09-22-2015

Posted on June 25, 2019 by Tessa

Bonnie Written by Teresa Dean Smeigh Copyright September 2015 She tried to concentrate on her painting, but she could hear soft noises from over by the large oak tree. “Mommy?” came a little child’s voice. Then “Mommy, is that you?” … Continue reading →

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Haiku Challenge – Wing

Posted on June 25, 2019 by Tessa

Haiku Challenge – Wing   Uplifting Wings by Teresa Dean Smeigh The breeze filled its wings, As the bird prepared for takeoff Into the unknown.

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Susie’s Toys – Friday Fictioneers May 31, 2017

Posted on May 31, 2019 by Tessa

  Susie looked at her poor toys. The three of them the firemen saved and threw outside. They were soaking wet from the firemen putting out the fire in her house and they hadn’t had time to dry yet. As … Continue reading →

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Jan 25, 2017 – Dinner

Posted on May 26, 2019 by Tessa

Image from WikiCommons, taken by Andrea Pavenello and used under the Creative Commons Agreement Dinner by Teresa Smeigh January 2017 The kitchen smelled odd and the guests were starting to fidget. They admired the lovely table setting in the dining … Continue reading →

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Week of December 22, 2015

Posted on May 26, 2019 by Tessa

Week of December 22, 2015   This week’s photo prompt is provided by Etol Bagam. Thank you Etol for the beautiful prompt Umbrella Crazy by Teresa Smeigh December 2015 The lady with the pink umbrella walked that route twice a … Continue reading →

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Our Write Side – February 14, 2017

Posted on May 14, 2019 by Tessa

I wrote this last week for another prompt and I think it also fits “Wicked Meandering” and so I am combining them with a few changes. Our Write Side’s Master Class Light and Shade Challenge Image from WikiCommons, taken by … Continue reading →

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Flash Fiction Challenge – Week of August 9, 2016

Posted on May 8, 2019 by Tessa

Kid’s Soccer – by Teresa Smeigh August 2016 Danny always warmed the bench. The coach didn’t think he was good enough to play with the others. Danny cried every game that he sat out and wished with all his heart … Continue reading →

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Fire, My Worst Nightmare (Non-fiction)

Posted on August 23, 2016 by Tessa

I am terrified of fire, so bad, that as a child I was forbidden to watch the news or any shows, or movies, that might contain fire (obviously “Towering Inferno” was a no-no). It was and still is, a terrible … Continue reading →

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Twins

Posted on July 4, 2016 by Tessa

  Twins I rubbed the piece of plaster, laid out the tools and headed to bed for an early start on my project. The next morning I opened the door and stared. My block of plaster had two heads carved … Continue reading →

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The Decision

Posted on June 23, 2016 by Tessa

  The Decision Warm, balmy breezes blow over my face as I sit there on the sand and stare at the ocean looking for the answer and the strength to make that decision. He will be here soon. If I … Continue reading →

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Cat Fiasco – Mostly Non-Fiction

Posted on June 22, 2016 by Tessa

Cat Fiasco “Sheba, get off the table,” Jennifer said. The feline just looked at her with disdain in her eyes and didn’t move. Jennifer moved towards her and Sheba jumped down, still eyeing her with disdain. As soon as Jennifer … Continue reading →

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Revenge of the Bumble Bee – Non-Fiction

Posted on June 20, 2016 by Tessa

Revenge of the Bumble Bee I had my hands full of dishes from the counter when a bumble bee flew up under my uniform dress. I immediately dropped the dishes on the counter and began swatting at my dress trying … Continue reading →

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The Project

Posted on June 20, 2016 by Tessa

The Project “Dennis! What are you doing?” Janice reaches for the tools in her son’s hand. “Mom, I’m working on my school project.” He reaches for the tools. “No! These are dangerous for a 7 year old boy.” “I ain’t … Continue reading →

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