SUNSHINE By Lori Himmel 50 words You whispered me awake, “sunshine.” Flipped pancakes, poured my juice, so kind. Held my hand on the way to school. Reminded me of the “golden rule.” “Oops!” I dropped a plate, so sad. Hugged me tight and didn’t get mad. Read my favorite books in bed. “Goodnight, my littleContinue reading “#50 Precious Words Writing Challenge”
Monthly Archives: February 2019
A Bedtime Story
On October 15, 2012, I put my middle child, Natalie, to bed in my usual nighttime routine: snuggles, kisses, and blanket tucks. I then gave her hopes for a great sleep, prayers, and more kisses. It was getting late so I didn’t read her a book, but she asked me to talk about my childhood.Continue reading “A Bedtime Story”
2019 Valentiny Contest
Susanna Leonard Hill, Children’s Author is hosting Oh, Guilty Heart! – The 4th Annual Valentiny Writing Contest! . The rules are: write a 214-word Valentine story appropriate for children in which someone feels guilty. Here is my 212-word entry: MIMI’S MIXED-UP VALENTINE “Leave the cards alone, Charles!” Mimi roared at her brother. Charles mixed up Mimi’s Valentine’s DayContinue reading “2019 Valentiny Contest”
