Daily Archives: November 27, 2021

Sales, Sales, Sales!

Posted on November 27, 2021 by purplepeninportland

Written for: Miz Quickly – Day 26 – State of Things “The Rabbit is writing these ahead of time, and has no idea what the current state of affairs might be. Write about something in the news, something that the … Continue reading →

Posted in Purple's Home | Tagged ads, greed, News, rush | 6 Comments

Dad’s Chapeaus

Posted on November 27, 2021 by purplepeninportland

Written for: Miz Quickly – Day 25 “If you have a minute or three, write four lines. Include a hat.” Dad’s collection of hats: Captain’s hat in summer – no boat involved Winter wool caps – barely creeping over the … Continue reading →

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Merits

Posted on November 27, 2021 by purplepeninportland

Written for: Miz Quickly – Day 24 – “Merit” When I first met my husband, he smoked four packs of Merits a day. Rationalization was that lowered tar and nicotine would merit him allowance of extras. After a short time, … Continue reading →

Posted in Purple's Home | Tagged assimilation, cigarettes, life changes, merit | 7 Comments

Well, Colors Are a Personal Choice

Posted on November 27, 2021 by purplepeninportland

Written for: November 2021 PAD – Day 26 “Write a Well (Blank) poem.” I know you love navy, which makes me think of waves of suits– Wall Street types in cahoots. I would fancy some boots, purple– plum color, nothing … Continue reading →

Posted in Purple's Home | Tagged colors, Luc bat form, Written for Challenge | 2 Comments

Thanksgivings Past

Posted on November 27, 2021 by purplepeninportland

Written for: November 2021 PAD – Day 25 “Write a thankful poem. Mom orchestrated Thanksgiving for years. One year, I recall a long, rectangular table filling the living room, covered in white cloth. This gathering was larger, with the inclusion … Continue reading →