Rolling the Calendar – Flash Fiction Challenge

March 4, 2019March 4, 2019 / JoHawkTheWriter / 19 Comments

Title: Rolling the Calendar
Source: Flash Fiction Challenge
Prompt: Write a story using the term backup.
Word count: 99 words

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“I think we made it,” I said, but I spoke too soon.

Ahead, cop cars blocked our way. I slammed the brakes and as we skidded to a stop, I slammed her into reverse. Tires squawking and smoking, I punched the gas and my Dodge Charger lurched.

“Backup, backup, backup,” Harold screamed.

“No, shit Sherlock.”

Picking up speed, I jumped on the brakes, threw her into neutral and cranked the wheel. My baby spun. I shifted into second, then third.

“Hang on,” I yelled, “If the DeLorean can do it, we can.”

A poof of smoke, and we disappeared.

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Keep on writing.

Jo Hawk The Writer

Daily Quote

March 4, 2019March 3, 2019 / JoHawkTheWriter / 8 Comments

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Few people can claim the success title. Success is awarded to those audacious people who defy the crowd. They embrace different, weird, and eccentric. They court originality, independent thought, and defying group-think, they amaze the masses. It’s normal to desire normalcy, to crave the tribe’s acceptance, and the tribe wants its members to conform. It uses its power, exerting derision to eliminate the “different”, to enforce the homogeneous patterns which define the collective.

The road is lonely, being a writer requires solitary hours creating. We agonize over our decision to deviate from the crowd, acutely aware of our sacrifice, as we subject ourselves to the contempt of the tribe. It’s the price demanded of those who embark on a path precious few dare travel.

Do you have the courage to join the superstars?

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Keep on writing.

Jo Hawk The Writer

2019 Daily Writing Challenge March 4

March 4, 2019February 27, 2019 / JoHawkTheWriter

Today Is Day 63 of the 2019 Daily Writing Challenge.

Did you write yesterday? Let us know your Day 62 word count in the comments.

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What is the 2019 Daily Writing Challenge? It is simple: Write something every day.

Write a little, write a lot. Just write. You have all day.

It doesn’t matter if you write 5 words, 5,000 words or something in between. The idea is to establish a daily writing habit. If you miss a day, don’t worry. Write today and report tomorrow on your success.

A great journey begins with one step. A great writing habit begins with one word. Go!

Check back tomorrow for the Day 63 Report and let us know how you did.

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Keep on writing.

Jo Hawk The Writer

The Caregiver – Weekend Writing Prompt

March 3, 2019 / JoHawkTheWriter / 7 Comments

Title: The Caregiver
Source: Weekend Writing Prompt # 95 – Devotion
Objective: Write a poem or piece of prose in exactly 25 words.
Word count: 25 words

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For Reggie and Buddy, it was love at first sight. Buddy’s devotion was constant, Reggie’s stalwart companion. And under his tender care, Reggie grew stronger.

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Keep on writing.

Jo Hawk The Writer

Daily Quote

March 3, 2019March 2, 2019 / JoHawkTheWriter / 4 Comments

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When the going gets tough when the odds seem stacked against us, home is our refuge. Home is our haven, our shelter, the place we heal our wounds and gather the courage to battle and defeat the odds.

We are only human, weak, feeble creatures struggling to make our way. But it’s the struggle that forms the basis for the adventurous. The valiant know the joy of attaining their dream, the satisfaction of reaching for the stars, and the merit in the journey.

How will you fight for your dream today?

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Keep on writing.

Jo Hawk The Writer

2019 Daily Writing Challenge March 3

March 3, 2019February 26, 2019 / JoHawkTheWriter

Today Is Day 62 of the 2019 Daily Writing Challenge.

Did you write yesterday? Let us know your Day 61 word count in the comments.

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What is the 2019 Daily Writing Challenge? It is simple: Write something every day.

Write a little, write a lot. Just write. You have all day.

A great journey begins with one step. A great writing habit begins with one word. Go!

Check back tomorrow for the Day 62 Report and let us know how you did.

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Keep on writing.

Jo Hawk The Writer

Learning to Fly – 3 Line Tales

March 2, 2019 / JoHawkTheWriter / 5 Comments

From Sonya’s 3LineTales at Only100Words.
You can find the original prompt here. Thank you, Sonya.

photo by Eugene Lim via Unsplash

Early morning workouts and long practice hours leave little time for friends, or family, or fun.

But the Dream burns inside of you, a dream others don’t understand.

Sacrifices fade, every obstacle was worthwhile, when gravity’s bonds are broken, and you fly.

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Keep on writing.

Jo Hawk The Writer

The Climb – 100 Word Wednesday

March 2, 2019 / JoHawkTheWriter / 5 Comments

Title: The Climb
Source: 100 Word Wednesday: Week 110
Word count: 100 words

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It had been a long climb. Now, at the trail’s summit, Jill realized it was worth every hard-won step. Along the path, Jill sometimes wanted to give in, give up, admit defeat.

But Bobby was with her, holding her hand. He yelled when she needed him to yell and coaxed when she needed coaxing. He picked her up, carrying her over the toughest steps. Because of Bobby, she stood awed by the view.

Jill wrapped her arms around him as a tear broke free.

Bobby wiped it away and smiled.

“See? I knew you were stronger than cancer,” he said.

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Keep on writing.

Jo Hawk The Writer

Daily Quote

March 2, 2019March 1, 2019 / JoHawkTheWriter / 5 Comments

It has been a long, busy week. Lots of work, and more than a few late nights and early mornings has left my batteries low. During the week I take a break every 52 minutes, but you can only sustain the pace for so long. What I need now less work and more time doing nothing.

I have learned downtime is just as important as working hard. You know work hard, play hard. It is time for a relaxing cup of tea, a blazing fire in the fireplace, a good book and perhaps a nap. No, I am sure there will be a nap. Then I know I can return to my work and be productive.

How often do you take breaks and recharge?

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Keep on writing.

Jo Hawk The Writer