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About me - Linda Leary

I retired from 15 years in the Civil Service to start a bridal business in St. Annes, Lancashire, (UK). I have written quite a few stories but not yet had any published so this is a brilliant way for me to 'get it all out there'.
I have two daughters, both

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Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Dark stories: 7 of 662
WOLF MOON. I read somehwere that there was a woman, a lady, in the full moon's pallid face that we should look out for, not the jovial male image depicted in fairy tales and childrens' books. At first I saw only the ivory disc and shades of lunar geographical features but then, when I told myself it was a load of twaddle and ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Yearning: 1 of 52
WAITING.I know that you're out there somewhere,The man who is looking for me.Maybe you're wondering the same things,Like how long the waiting must beUntil you and I are together.Until I can see that you're real,And see in your face and in your eyes,The echo of all that I feel.I'm sure that one day you will find me -I'll look ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Being a mother: 5 of 49
My daughter hogs the bathroom,Tweezing, showering, posing, primping,Takes over my bedroom mirror,Hair drying, conditioning, crimping.She borrows my eyeliner -(Mine gives a finer finish),Has a few squirts of my pefume,Yes, I've noticed it diminish.But when she kisses me goodbyeWith her long hair all a-shineAnd her little glitt... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Mind connection: 1 of 9
FORGET ME NOTWhat was it I said to Miranda, as I walked her along to the gate?I'm sure it was something important - something that just couldn't wait.I seem to be having this problem, remembering things done and said,And as soon as I've had an idea, it vanishes out of my head.I've a tendency also to lose things. A fault I don... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Talking with God: 6 of 31
So there you are, Dear God.I've wondered where you wereWhile I've been floundering, struggling in this morass of a life,Trying to pull free of the gluey, icky bits that keep dragging me down,And scrambling over the obstacles I've set myself.Life is so much an assault course.Not the serene, roses-round-the-door existence I'd i... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Resentment: 2 of 7

TO SPITE HIS FACEThe old man looked at his daughter, contempt and anger twisting his mean features. Why couldn't the stupid woman understand what he was saying? "Daffodils!" His voice was hard and cutting as he glared at her. He leaned forward, gripping the grubby arms of the threadbare chair that he always sat in. "What do I... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: True joy: 5 of 14
A SUNNY DAYClouds all gone, a new sun shining,Bulging traders' pocket lining.Ice cream sellers outside schools,Deck chair hire and swimming pools.Barbecues, iced glasses tinkling,Sun loungers out, lawn hose sprinkling.Close your eyes and drift awayFrom work and woe and every day.Forgotten dreams of might have been,Could have ... More..
Creative Writing > Short Stories Short stories: Fantasy: 231 of 583
FAERY FOOTSTEPS Arran walked out of the door, slamming it behind him. He'd said too much. He knew he had hurt his wife with his acid remarks but somehow he hadn't been able to help himself. Recently, he had found himself looking at other women. It made him feel worse. He hated himself. Just because Theresa was pregnant didn'... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Fixing the heart: 22 of 52
Love is such a fearsome thingIt lifts the heart and makes it singIt takes the shards of broken livesAnd mends them, makes them wholeThe face of love, once recognisedUnclothes the naked soul.Love comes in many shapes and sizes,Different forms and new disguises.We bathe in all its rampant joysDelighting in its radiant light.Pie... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Struggle in life: 539 of 915
ENVY.How is it that some people glide effortlessly through their lives,Perfect men, with high powered jobs, prestige homes and perfect wives.They're living in a universe quite different to the rest of us,Who struggle with ends that do not meet while they just make us envious.But looked at in another way, what have they left t... More..