How to write a short story- Build story's tension by failed attempts

Although Sue has had a lot of experience in church, she is very unsure of herself. It is her uncertainty that leads her to doubt God's love, his existence and her worthiness in his eyes. These are the three trials that Sue faces on her way into the forest before she starts to read the Bible. Satan puts questions into Sue's mind, because of the sinful life she has led. She does not believe that God will forgive her.

How to write a short story- establish setting

Sue has the day off, so she is going to take her horse and ride for the day. She knows there is a God, because she went to church every Sunday with her family when she was younger. Sue was never able to learn about God in the personal way she wanted to and today is going to be the day she has chosen to learn about God. Her trip takes her through the forest to a clearing with a small creek running through it. Sue has been here before in this quiet area, when she felt God trying to speak to her. Sue knows this clearing with the grass, iris, buttercups, and sagebrush is the perfect place to learn about God. She is going to pray to God, so he can help her pick the best parts of the Bible to read.

Write a poem about Music

Tonight we will have another poem by our guest writer Jessica. Please leave a comment if you would like to be a guest writer.

Music

Hit those drums with that stick
Let the music flow out quick.
Without music my heart will bleed
Give me music, it's all I need.

The trumpet makes me feel alive
I truly need it to survive.
With my music I exceed
Give me music, it's all I need.

Fingers jumping across the keys
Saxophone resting on my knees.
Lips pursed against the reed
Give me music, it's all I need.

Clarinet jazzing to the tune
Razzy notes make me want to swoon.
Listen, my heart, to this I heed
Give me music, it's all I need.

Take that trombone, let it slide
Let your soul be your guide.
When I play I'll succeed
Give me music, it's all I need.

Give me music, I am freed.