Tag Archives: Friday Fictioneers

Obsession

Posted on June 28, 2018 by Life in the 50's and beyond...

She’d been obsessed by the Beatles since she first heard “I Want to Hold Your Hand” in 1963.  For Christmas that year,  a HiFi record player was her only request.  She spent hours playing their music. Her life was defined … Continue reading →

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Keep Out!

Posted on September 27, 2017 by Life in the 50's and beyond...

Thanks to Rochelle Wisoff-Fields for the weekly hosting of Friday Fictioneers! “Someone’s coming up the front driveway,”  whispered Kathy to Wayne. Jack was in the basement where he kept cool on hot days. As usual, he would be no help. … Continue reading →

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June 16, 1943

Posted on June 14, 2017 by Life in the 50's and beyond...

  “I’ll bet no one has ever called Duluth Minnesota paradise,” said Marge, “but that’s what it feels like tonight.” Glenn looked at his new bride and smiled.  “It sure is paradise.” They walked hand in hand along the water, … Continue reading →

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A Sweet Surprise

Posted on June 7, 2017 by Life in the 50's and beyond...

Dilapidated. The price was right.  It was all she could afford. Seriously it was a dump, but at least she would be off the streets.  The foundation was sturdy. There wasn’ t any mold. The doors and windows were secure … Continue reading →

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Struggle

Posted on January 8, 2016 by Life in the 50's and beyond...

The battle was hard.  She fought.  Two years of ups and downs.  Her family fought beside her, soaring high with every positive report and crashing to the ground with every disappointment.  It was more than anyone should have to do. She … Continue reading →

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Longing

Posted on September 2, 2015 by Life in the 50's and beyond...

Joanna was bored.  Stuck inside a third floor efficiency, she longed to be outside where the air was fresh and crisp.  Inside, Grandfather smoked his pipe, Grandmother slept upright in her chair, and with her nose glued to the grimy … Continue reading →

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The Fall

Posted on June 18, 2015 by Life in the 50's and beyond...

The throbbing continued and echoed through her ears.  She slowly opened her eyes.  Everything was out of focus. Directly above was a huge…. spider?  bird? A light fixture.  She felt the cold marble against her bare legs and began to … Continue reading →

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Whistle Stop

Posted on February 27, 2015 by Life in the 50's and beyond...

  “C’mon Ralph!  Hurry up! “ Ampersand jogged alongside the track with Ralph. When they reached the clearing, helicopters hovered over the area.  Ampersand waved a small American flag and Ralph began to bark. “Shhhh…Ralph. Behave.”   As the train approached, … Continue reading →

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Someday…

Posted on February 20, 2015 by Life in the 50's and beyond...

It was an odd hobby, seemingly fitting for a writer. Lelajack had saved every pen she had ever used.   When they dried up, she plunked them into a box.  When it filled up, she got a larger box.  Then … Continue reading →

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Table for One (guest writer)

Posted on January 17, 2015 by Life in the 50's and beyond...

A guest writer this week and a good friend, laid up with a nasty broken bone, began to write poetry.  She has no blog, but gave me permission to share her take on this week’s photo prompt. Visit Friday Fictioneers … Continue reading →

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