NROP, CW, BT, HW – What do those mean?

An explanation of my acronyms for easier access.

In the beginning there was…

The beginnings of the most raw, natural and honest blog of today.

NROP: Persuasion in the Nude.

Climate change is important. So is voting. Will you listen to me if I show you my nudes?

CW: Sunset in Paradise – part 2.

Part two of the story prompted by: "Write a story inspired by the word 'exotic.'"

Golden Review: ‘The Exile’ by Shiloh Carozza

A review of "The Exile" - a historical fiction novel written by Shiloh Carozza.

NROP: The only Goldie-approved Halloween costumes of 2020.

There is only one costume that will not get you in trouble this year - YOU. Oh, wait, if you get in trouble all year round, Halloween will be no different.

CW: Sunset in Paradise – part 1.

"Write a story inspired by the word 'exotic.'"

FwC: North Korea

In October, we are traveling to... North Korea! Come visit with the Golden Airlines!

NROP: COVID-19 is Killing Women’s Rights.

"COVID-19 has emphasized and exploited the continued denial of women’s rights. Women and girls are bearing the brunt of the massive social and economic impact of the pandemic."

October 1: Flash Fiction Challenge

October is Rodeo month at Carrot Ranch.
If you are not familiar, I suggest you head on over to Charli’s site and find out more. If you are a veteran – what are you waiting for? Make your way to the Carrot Ranch for more details on this year’s trials.

Starting October 6th, every Tuesday, a different person will post a Western related prompt for your 99-words (or syllables) flash fiction (or poem).

Yours truly will host a challenge on October 27th. You will have a week to submit your entries. Judging will be done by a third party to avoid bias. One winner will be chosen and awarded $25.

Keep your eyes peeled for my contest, but head on over to the Carrot Ranch to keep busy in the meantime with other prompts. (You can enter all four contests to maximize your chance for winning. Each contest will have a $25 reward for the winner.)

Yeehaw!

Stay golden,

Goldie.

Carrot Ranch Literary Community

The first full moon of the month rises — the Harvest Moon. Yet my garden joyfully continues to bloom with French marigolds, zinnias, snapdragons, and a fall profusion of nasturtium. My tea rose put out one more scarlet red bloom, and my delphinium surprised me with a third unfolding of purple flowers! My sweet william gave a half-hearted go at it, too, and my peony bushes turned russet like the maple trees. Two lemon queens out of nine yet stand, dropping their heads downward. I can’t seem to eat enough rosemary, picking its freshness in the crisp air daily.

If this is the Harvest Moon, then time to dig the last of the carrots, potatoes and claim my squash.

Further up Quincy Hill from Roberts Street, the copper-bearing ridge that forms the spine of the Keweenaw Peninsula has experienced harder frosts. At the kids’ homestead, they harvested 250 pounds or…

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CW: Delectable Treats.

In 99 words (no more, no less), write a story about snacking.

NROP: Then – Fly me to the Moon. Now – Fly me to Nowhere.

When I step somewhere I have not been to before, it feels like my lungs expand more than they normally would. My breath is so much deeper. With that inhale, excitement fills my bloodstream.