“When god made little boys he made them out of string. He found he had a bit too much so he left a little thing. When god made little girls he made them out of space. He found out he didn’t have enough so he left a little space.” - Unknown Anatomy, or elements of… Continue reading A – Z Blogging Challenge, Raising Boys: The Penis Chronicles presents the Letter A for Anatomy
Author: Writing Sparkle
Emerging Palate
At first the scent is strong and lingering. The mouth salivates unwillingly, craving the moment when the two will become one. An infant’s desire to rush the moment, not realizing… Bitter and overpowering – scrunching up the face and swallowing fast. A desire to get the moment over with quickly. The taste rolls around, inescapable,… Continue reading Emerging Palate
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If we were having coffee at the end of March
If we were having coffee I would start by telling you that I am happily participating for the first time in the A – Z blogging challenge. The theme reveal is on the 20th of March. I will be posting a short piece every day except Sundays for the month of April. My theme for… Continue reading If we were having coffee at the end of March
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A Parade of Monkeys for Darrell
Darrell’s 10th birthday party is tomorrow. All he wants is a parade. He has spent the last few weeks lining up his toy monkeys in honour of the parade he is sure he’ll get for his birthday. He has asked for only one thing, a parade of monkeys. He falls asleep wearing his monkey pajamas,… Continue reading A Parade of Monkeys for Darrell
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Honey in Coffee
If we were having coffee… This morning as I was spooning a dollop of creamed honey onto my toast and peanut butter while simultaneously enjoying the smell of fresh coffee brewing I thought of my grandmother. I could see her sitting slightly hunched at the round wood table in her cottage. The morning sun shining on… Continue reading Honey in Coffee
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Weekly Smile: Just Socks
So it is cold, and the ground is covered in snow and ice. Its early in the morning, the school bell is seconds away from ringing the children into their classrooms. I am walking out the end of the school that houses the daycare. I am sliding my feet back into my boots and putting… Continue reading Weekly Smile: Just Socks
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Something desired, but failed to attain: Poetic Trilogy
Eluded Haunting me – your eyes, your smile burnt behind my eyelids with a whisper of you soft against my earlobe. You’ve progressed in your actions, no more hiding behind smiles. You linger in the moments, and hold me with you. Our blatant actions are leading. Passion mounts behind the games you play as you… Continue reading Something desired, but failed to attain: Poetic Trilogy
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Solitude: This week’s photo challenge
Savouring a few minutes of solitude. “To go out with the setting sun on an empty beach is to truly embrace your solitude.” – Jeanne Moreau “Loneliness expresses the pain of being alone and solitude expresses the glory of being alone.” – Paul Tillich This post was created in… Continue reading Solitude: This week’s photo challenge
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Recipe for a Mother’s Love
Recipe for a Mother’s Lovemakes unconditional What is mixed into a mother’s love? This balance of flavours comes from a short list of ingredients that doesn’t need to be overly complicated. INGREDIENTS Pinch of self-acceptancePinch of continual wisdomTad of respect & warm approvalTad of supportDash of infinite patienceHint of flexibility (the kind that can accept… Continue reading Recipe for a Mother’s Love
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Parenting Quotes for Today
Here are 7 inspirational parenting quotes that I really enjoyed and wanted to share with you. There was something about each one of them that rang true. I hope you enjoy them, and if you have any others to share please add them in the comment section below. “My children are the reason I laugh,… Continue reading Parenting Quotes for Today
Brewing Coffee, Twisting Words & Breaking Pencils 