Monthly Archives: August 2024

Adelaide’s New Dress

Posted on August 10, 2024 by crispina kemp

Little girl Adelaide Stamped her foot Turned her back And refused the dress. It was handmade And hadn’t a label. 20 words written for Sammi’s Weekend Writing Prompt: Handmade

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CCC300: Ascension

Posted on August 8, 2024 by crispina kemp

I used to enjoy my material life Munching my way though fresh green leaves Yet the day sprung upon me when… When, I wasn’t feeling too well Those greens no longer satisfied And I couldn’t move… No, not at all … Continue reading →

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Crimson’s Creative Challenge #300

Posted on August 7, 2024 by crispina kemp

A Note About The Photo: This shows a six-spotted burnet moth emerging from its cocoon while another looks on. Every Wednesday I post a photo (this week it’s that one above.) You respond with something CREATIVE Here are some suggestions: … Continue reading →

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Tuesday Treats: The Graveyard’s Gatekeepers

Posted on August 6, 2024 by crispina kemp

Butterflies seen during my walk in the local cemetery on Sunday 28th July 2024. Gatekeepers, I find that rather suited to the location😎   It’s possible a couple of these are meadow browns, it’s sometimes difficult to tell from just … Continue reading →

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Grandma’s Attic, Chapter Twenty

Posted on August 5, 2024 by crispina kemp

Continuing the story of Thredwyl’s adventure. Read it all FOR FREE on Thredwyl’s very own site * * * Daisy turned, and turned again, looking round Thredwyl’s high security room. “They never should keep you in here, it’s appalling. If … Continue reading →

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Sunday Picture Post: On A Bright Sunday Morning

Posted on August 4, 2024 by crispina kemp

Unable to walk far, and yet I must walk – it’s essential exercise for recovering use of the knee. Half hour a day is recommended. Sunday 28th July 2024 dawns bright. I grab the camera and head to the churchyard … Continue reading →

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Stupid Axe Murderer

Posted on August 3, 2024 by crispina kemp

I’m afraid The cost of laying this carpet Cannot be defrayed Neither think to offset it against income tax And next time you commit murder Use a knife, not an axe 31 words written for Sammi’s Weekend Writing Prompt: Defray

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Wish You Were Here

Posted on August 1, 2024 by crispina kemp

Hi Mum Just to say me and the boys arrived safely. But last night we hit the town before moving on and, oh dear, let me tell you, curry and Guinness for us 8 lads have landed us here. Hoping … Continue reading →

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