(This month’s writing prompt is Suitcase: Write about packing for a trip or unpacking from when you arrive home.) Sam heaved the ragged blue suitcase onto the bed, wincing as the stitches on his bandaged right hand pulled with the movement. His twice-delayed flight had finally landed in New York an hour ago, and he’d…

(This month’s prompt is Jewelry: Write about a piece of jewelry. Who does it belong to?) The necklace was cheap, but it was hers. It was the first thing she bought with her first paycheck, the first thing she could truly call her own. Her father hadn’t wanted her to get a job, but she’d…

(This month’s prompt is Cleaning: Write about doing laundry, dishes, and other cleaning activities.) I’ve always liked cleaning. Something about the process — clean mirrors first so drips don’t ruin a just-wiped counter, sweep then mop, wash dishes during cook time so you’re not left with a pile just before dinner — soothes my anxiety-riddled…