Writing Prompts

Patricia is a bridesmaid in friend Gena's Wedding, 1975In 1975, I was in my friend Gena’s wedding, serving as one of thirteen bridesmaids paired with thirteen groomsmen. We girls were all decked out in poufy mauve and green flowered dresses and big floppy hats. You gotta love the seventies! I’ll never forget the fashion statement…

The women in our lives don’t have to be history-making trailblazers for us to appreciate the powerfulforce they’ve been in our lives. Think of a woman you know who has inspired you. It might be a wife, mom, relative, friend, or coworker. Now, recall a story about her that reflects that spark. As you write, consider:…

As the winter weather turns from dry and frigid to warm and humid, dormant seeds lay in wait, nestled in the soil.  Do you ever feel like that little seed, waiting in the cold dark for the next chapter to unfold? Sometimes, it’s hard to see the beauty in such a time. These are often…

Tuttie boiling crawfishMy dad, whom I affectionately called Tuttie all of my life, had some distinct characteristics that made him easily identifiable in a crowd, but two, in particular, stood out. Just look for the guy who always, without fail, wore one-piece coveralls and a brightly colored welders cap with the bill turned up. I don’t know…

I love working on a puzzle. There’s something so satisfying about creating a complete picture, piece by gradual piece. Whether I sit for five minutes and sort pieces, or I settle in for an hour with my husband, doing a puzzle is a pleasant way for me to unwind. Imagine my delight when I…