Category Archives: Writing

Lost

Posted on March 17, 2012 by Fran Hart

The third time they drove past the Shell station, she cleared her throat. After the sixth, she spoke. “Perhaps you should stop and ask for directions.” “Don’t be silly; I know where I’m going.” ________________ My response to this week’s … Continue reading →

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Disney World: a Magical Kingdom

Posted on March 14, 2012 by Fran Hart

The young mother pushed a rented stroller down Main Street, maneuvering through the throng of tourists. She was vigilant, watchful for disruptions in the pedestrian flow, anticipating sudden stops as those ahead, distracted by offerings showcased in vendors’ carts or … Continue reading →

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A story waiting to be told

Posted on March 10, 2012 by Fran Hart

On any other Saturday, even if he was advertising a big sale, Larry expected no more than thirty shoppers to wander the aisles of his Super-Bargain department store. But today wasn’t an ordinary day; today was practically a holiday. The … Continue reading →

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Into the unknown

Posted on March 10, 2012 by Fran Hart

The trip promised countless surprises and new adventures at every turn. What I didn’t expect was found at the other end of the tunnel. But none of that matters. We are Disney bound! My response to this week’s Trifecta Trifextra … Continue reading →

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The daily commute

Posted on March 5, 2012 by Fran Hart

After a long night of tinkering, I finally perfected the Auto-Controlled-Traffic/Ant-Commuter-Train (ACT/ACT) car. My family, cynics all, laughed when I first told them of my concept. I sat cross-legged on the floor of my garage, staring at my car. It … Continue reading →

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Trifecta Meme

Posted on March 3, 2012 by Fran Hart

What is your name (real or otherwise)? Fran, aka FGHart Describe your writing style in three words. Eclectic, engaging, evolving. How long have you been writing online? 3-4 years, not counting a few posts from 2006 Which, if any, other … Continue reading →

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The phone rang at 4am.

Posted on March 2, 2012 by Fran Hart

Nothing good can come from this. I wake my spouse, “What’s amiss?” “Hello? Hello?” he answers gruffly, Then disconnects, just as roughly. “Who so rudely breaks our slumber?” “Can you believe it? Wrong number!” _________________ I missed the deadline with … Continue reading →

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Wretched! Trifecta Challenge (Week 16)

Posted on March 1, 2012 by Fran Hart

Teenie sat at the kitchen table, hands cupping her cold mug of coffee, staring into the space above her stove, not seeing the wall behind the stove, stained with grease, tomato sauce splatter and other evidence of previous meals. The … Continue reading →

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The Bumblebee Chronicles

Posted on February 29, 2012 by Fran Hart

On the third day of Abril, Bativa emerged from the hole where she’d wintered, hunger ultimately pushing her past any concerns for late freezes. She navigated through layers of fallen leaves, the damp, rich insulation that protected her while she … Continue reading →

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Whodunnit?

Posted on February 24, 2012 by Fran Hart

“Who is it?” “I don’t know for sure.” “And … you found this in our attic?” “In the trunk we got when my Grandpa died.” “Well, who do you think it is?” “Uncle Joe.” ____________________ A response to the Trifecta … Continue reading →

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