A word prompt to get your creativity flowing this weekend. How you use the prompt is up to you. Write a piece of flash fiction, a poem, a chapter for your novel…anything you like. Or take the challenge below – there are no prizes – it’s not a competition but rather a fun writing exercise. If you want to share what you come up with, please leave a link to it in Sammi’s comment section.
I’m out of my comfort zone this week, sightseeing, swimming in the ocean and enjoying some sibling revelry with my brother Jeffrey Wisoff. 😀
SELF EXAMINATION
Me? Antisocial? Surely you jest. I interact with people all day long—online. Okay. I’m a little reclusive, perhaps. A cockeyed introvert, for certain. But a misanthrope? Nay I say. I’m merely comfortable with my own company.
Swimming laps gives me immeasurable pleasure. Water, as opposed to nattering human voices, whispers serenity to my soul.
Granted, I enjoy an occasional day out with the girls. Human contact is essential—in limited installments. Nothing pleases me more, after a day of shopping, than to sequester with my paintbrush
My office –slash-studio is my happy place where I control my reality.
Is there any other way to be?
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Dear D,
There are those social butterflies who don’t understand. 😉
Shalom,
Rochelle
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That is not misanthropy IMO … it is boundaries … 😉
And, yay to water babies and dolphin-kin!
xoxo
Na’ama
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Na’ama Y’karah,
Your validation means a lot to me. Thank you. 😀 I’m promised two more beach days, weather permitting. Hugs back atcha.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Beach be good! Fill up them surf-sound batteries!
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😘🧜♀️😎
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Dear Rochelle,
Exactly where I thought you would go with this one. And I knew you couldn’t resist!. Well done Madam!
Shalom and Lotsa solo love,
Dale
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Dear Dale,
Oh dear, have I become so predictable? 😉 I really considered doing a flash about a famous introvert, but decided I didn’t have time to devote to the research. This actually came pretty quickly this morning. 😀 Thank you for taking time between sammie-makin’s to read and comment.
Shalom and lotsa sequestered hugs,
Rochelle
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No, no… But I had this feeling you’d go there. 😉
Call it getting to know my friend!
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I can live with that. ❤
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Greeting multi-talented Rochelle,
My definition of introvert has to do with where I derive my energy (alone). I like people (most), but recharging is a must.
They’ve reopened our pool, so again I’m getting my wet-aerobics 3x a week. The rules are simple and written in many places. Bottom line, ‘thou shall not infect or upset your neighbor.’
Do you ever want to reach out hold someone underwater? Alas, a deep sigh and face-palm is all I’m permitted.
Peace (please),
Bill
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Dear Bill,
I must confess, there are those I wouldn’t have any qualms about holding under…for just a little while. 😉
I’m glad you’re able to get your water fix. I know how important that is.
Thank you for reading and leaving such a nice comment.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Of course, Rochelle.
I hope all goes well with your family visit.
Peace, Bill
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I’m just like you. I once acted in Moliere’s play The Misanthrope.
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Dear Ted,
I think it’s a common trait among artists. As for acting…I can speak or perform for a large audience. However, put me in the midst of that same crowd and I’m tongue-tied. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Exactly.
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