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Irene Waters 19 Writer Memoirist
I began my working career as a reluctant potato peeler whilst waiting to commence my training as a student nurse. On completion I worked mainly in intensive care/coronary care; finishing my hospital career as clinical nurse educator in intensive care. A life changing period as a resort owner/manager on the island of Tanna in Vanuatu was followed by recovery time as a farmer at Bucca Wauka. Having discovered I was no farmer and vowing never again to own an animal bigger than myself I took on the Barrington General Store. Here we also ran a five star restaurant. Working the shop of a day 7am - 6pm followed by the restaurant until late was surprisingly more stressful than Tanna. On the sale we decided to retire and renovate our house with the help of a builder friend. Now believing we knew everything about building we set to constructing our own house. Just finished a coal mine decided to set up in our backyard. Definitely time to retire we moved to Queensland. I had been writing a manuscript for some time. In the desire to complete this I enrolled in a post grad certificate in creative Industries which I completed 2013. I followed this by doing a Master of Arts by research graduating in 2017. Now I live to write and write to live.
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The North Face: Friday Fictioneers
“I’m going to climb the North Face of the Eiger.” “Don’t be stupid. You’re not that good a climber.” “Give me some moral support. I’m not asking you to climb it with me.” “It’s just that so many people have … Continue reading
Alone: Friday Fictioneers
His presence was everywhere. Picking up a candlestick Blanche remembered that holiday to France fifty years ago. Robert had bought one in every town they stayed. “We’ll remember the night we conceived with one of these” he had laughed when … Continue reading
Birds: Three Line Tales Week 91
Jarrod enticed the birds with the poisoned biscuit. Rumour had it the stones would topple if the birds departed. Soon he’d know. The birds came, talons cutting, beaks pecking, wings flapping but none ate. The only departure was Jarrod as … Continue reading
Retribution: Friday Fictioneers 6th October 2017
Home. The ferry was more inviting. Jan unwound herself from the bench. “Come on. You can do it.” Almost reluctantly she walked up the hill, guided by the moonlight, to the house she’d left twenty years earlier. Her parents slept. … Continue reading
Where Do I start: Three Line Tales, Week 88
Where do I start? With the murder or before I met her? Chronologically or a non-linear narrative? Why am I writing this tragic tale? For redemption or confession: perhaps for my own healing. They say allow time to pass before … Continue reading
Let the party begin: Month of Celebrations for Carrot Ranch and the Rough Writers
Finally October has arrived and it is kicking off with a party. The Rodeo Fest will have live readings at 10am, 2pm and 6pm NY time on October 3rd. For us Aussies this is a trifle difficult as these times … Continue reading
Flash Fiction Prompt for Hurricane Relief #Flash4Storms
A flash prompt with purpose. Sarah is raising awareness for the victims of the recent hurricanes, pledging to donate $1 for each response received up to $50 and giving writers another chance to practice their art. Happy writing. Source: Flash … Continue reading
Reading the lines: Three Line Tales, Week 86
Justin lifted his head from the book, amazement written on his face. “Wow!” “Justin’s found the wonder of books” his dad called to his wife. Justin pointed. His Dad’s gaze followed. “Shit! Not books. Bella’s at the clothesline.” In response … Continue reading
The Show must Go on: Three Line Tale week 85
His audience sat silent, captivated by Otto’s rendition of the Fairy Princess. The unexpected explosion of fairy dust caused a collective “oooh” from the audience and a sharp intake of breath from the performer as the stardust left his eyes … Continue reading
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