Memorial. Molly revelled in the luxury of waking up in the pond, with fresh water to breathe, space to grow and nobody relying on her. It was over. She was safe. She forgot to be wary. ‘Molly, we were sorry to miss you last night.’ Amber and Wally’s parents had come to find her. She … Continue reading Pond People 32
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Pond People 17
Moving Day. Molly’s heartbeat echoed in her throat as the weed travelled through the air towards the tank. Thankfully it was over the tank when Grandad lost his grip and slid off the end of his branch, pulling Flo with him into the water. Eddy launched himself after them with a whoop. The others went … Continue reading Pond People 17
Mission
Tears blur my fingers as they fumble at pills and foil. More vodka. Leaning back, I drift… Can’t sleep yet – more pills. A baby wails. My heart clenches, pain radiating to my stomach. Photo by Pixabay on Pexels.com Not a baby. Someone shaking me. ‘Wake up!’ Shan't – I lash out. Can’t. Falling… deeper. … Continue reading Mission
Writing Wrinkles, and Random Ramblings 