The February 25 2021, Carrot Ranch flash fiction prompt: In 99 words (no more, no less), write a story using the word frozen. It can be descriptive, character focused, action driven. Go out onto the ice and find a frozen story. Go where the prompt leads!
Respond by March 2, 2021.
“The Neighborhood,” Haibun (99 words)
My first walk in the new neighborhood turned up some surprises. Across the street, a fast-running stream bordered the edge of the forest along the walking path.
So, this is where the deer came from, I thought. We’d spotted deer tracks in the snow as they came right up to our front porch. A real Michigan welcoming committee!
Around the corner, I spotted a pond, frozen beneath the afternoon sun. I day-dreamed about the frogs and crickets serenading us in the stillness of a long summer night.
frost-bound pond glistens cattails rattle in the wind mourning dove calls spring ©2021 Colleen M. Chesebro
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Beautiful, Colleen. The return of the doves is always a sign our our spring.
Yes! I can feel it in the air. We can see the grass in our back yard! 😍
❤️Beautiful, Colleen.
Thanks so much, Franci. I can’t wait to see how spring changes the neighborhood. <3
That should be lovely, Colleen, to see how your new neighborhood looks during the change in seasons.
I think that will be a fun project. <3
Beautiful!
Aww, thanks. It’s cold, windy, and flurrying today. Hopefully tomorrow, I’ll get out and see more of the area. <3
I didn’t go out this morning because it was raining.
I don’t blame you. The wind is howling. I’ll try again tomorrow. 😀
We’re getting the howling wind soon.
Bundle up! <3
Only one day, then it will get warm again. 😀
Lovely, Sis. Beautiful imagery in your words and photos. <3
Thanks, Sis. I can’t wait to see how this all changes with the seasons. <3
I’m sure it’ll be beautiful.
Sounds like a fun neighborhood. And a creek, say no more! Awesome! Sounds like you finally found your spot🙂
Pat
Yes! Thank you. The deer tracks in the snow were a real treat! They came right up on the front porch. I thought that was pretty cool. 😍
That is pretty cool! My sister lives in Tallahassee, she has a fig tree / bush near the porch. They waltz right up in families and nibble away.🙂
Oh, yeah. We have to be careful what we plant. Deer like to nibble! 🤣
OK, did I miss Tanka Tuesday? I’ve been a little out of it lately.
Pat
No. It’s up today. Poet’s Choice. 😍 Have fun!
Oh, found it! Thanks!
Pat
You’re welcome. 😍❤️
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Such a beautiful place that will offer the gift of changing seasons. A beautiful welcome home!
Thanks, Charli. We found a lovely place for sure. ❤️
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You painted a very serene picture. I hope you’re enjoying your new surroundings.
It is a great spot. We’re very comfortable here. I think we found home. <3
So beautiful 🤗🙋♀️🐝
Aww, thanks, Bee. ❤️