If we were enjoying a Pumpkin Spiced Latte…

October 1, 2016July 3, 2021 Writing Sparkle10 Comments

The rich bold smell of coffee colours the air while the sounds of laughter and animated conversation swirl through the air currents. The atmosphere is relaxed and friendly. I have selected a corner table and positioned myself so I can watch the room. The blinking light on my phone alerts me that you are running… Continue reading If we were enjoying a Pumpkin Spiced Latte…

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Contagious Smiles: Pass on a Smile Today!

September 28, 2016July 2, 2021 Writing Sparkle1 Comment

“Oh no. Don’t smile. You’ll kill me. I stop breathing when you smile.” – Tessa Dare, A Lady of Persuasion Google defines smile as to “form one's features into a pleased, kind, or amused expression, typically with the corners of the mouth turned up and the front teeth exposed” (verb) or “a pleased, kind, or… Continue reading Contagious Smiles: Pass on a Smile Today!

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Leaf Mould

September 25, 2016July 2, 2021 Writing Sparkle

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Sleep(less): A Young Police Mom & the Last Fingers of Tiredness

September 17, 2016February 21, 2026 Writing Sparkle3 Comments

As Zarya’s 5’3 and 135 pound frame enters the daycare she is swarmed by a mob of hyper toddlers jumping, hugging, grabbing, and generally causing mischief. One small hand reaches out and starts to pull her baton from her duty belt. With a mother’s lightning reflexes she stops him just as he pulls it free.… Continue reading Sleep(less): A Young Police Mom & the Last Fingers of Tiredness

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Confessions of a Twin Mom – Fur Babies (Guest Post)

September 10, 2016February 21, 2026 Writing Sparkle1 Comment

Today’s post is written by a childhood friend, Marcia Siekowski. Other examples of Marcia’s writing can be found in TWINS Magazine and Durham Parents of Multiples Newsletter. Confessions of a Twin Mom – Fur Babies I have two dogs, Hungarian Vizslas. They are 5.5 years and they have seen our family through many changes: miscarriages,… Continue reading Confessions of a Twin Mom – Fur Babies (Guest Post)

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Ayden Ace & the Detective Case

August 28, 2016July 1, 2021 Writing Sparkle2 Comments

They call themselves “The Barefoot Detectives.” They boast stealth ninja skills, and they can move silently on bare feet. Their best work is completed in tweed pajama bottoms, topped with cigar jackets, and a deerstalker on their heads. The cigar jacket pockets are filled with special tools of the trade: pencil, note pad, flashlight, magnifying… Continue reading Ayden Ace & the Detective Case

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Blog Ahead: My First Challenge

August 27, 2016July 1, 2021 Writing Sparkle8 Comments

I entered the world of blogging in December of 2015. I wasn’t really sure what blogging was or what I was doing. In a short time I discovered that blogging was an activity I really enjoyed. There is a pride and a satisfaction that comes from publishing a well written post. Unfortunately, there are occasional… Continue reading Blog Ahead: My First Challenge

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Fairies Garden: Weekly Photo Challenge

August 26, 2016July 1, 2021 Writing Sparkle3 Comments

On a recent camping trip my family and I walked past this solitary mushroom several times a day. It was growing at the edge of an unoccupied campsite, and it was nestled in a bed of twigs and pinecones. Its own orange-tannish colour stood out against the dirty browns and earthy reds surrounding it. Every… Continue reading Fairies Garden: Weekly Photo Challenge

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Ayden Ace goes to Outer Space

August 20, 2016July 1, 2021 Writing Sparkle2 Comments

Awesome Owen and Ayden Ace were tired of their regular games. “Please no more snakes and ladders, books, cards, trucks or planes.” Another cold rainy day and they were stuck inside, “I’m bored out of my mind!” Ayden Ace cried. The boys looked around until Ayden Ace found stinky socks. Ow did better and found… Continue reading Ayden Ace goes to Outer Space