For most of my life, I haven’t really known my neighbors. We might say hi in passing but nothing more. I do know the neighbors on both sides of us where we are currently and we get along well, so that’s a blessing.
Bad neighbors, on the other hand, are a nightmare since there is no way to get away from them unless one of you moves. Not much fun in real life, but in a story, it can be a great source of conflict.
Story Prompt: December 8, 2025
Write a story about neighbors
This doesn’t have to be about feuding neighbors since there are a lot of other dynamics that could be in play. Romance? Friendly rivalry? Shared grief? It’s totally up to you.
If you write a story with this prompt, send me a link to your story on your own site, either in the comments or at info@greenwalledtreehouse.com. You can also submit your story here for a chance to have it published on the site next week.
Stay healthy out there.
The Green-Walled Treehouse 
I could write a tome on this. I’ve had good neighbors and those I’ve wanted to kill. It happens when you live in New York City. No one stays for long, And if they do, it’s always the ones you wish would move. The graphic reminds me of Milan for some reason. It’s lovely.
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Hi, David. Here’s my story
https://theelephantstrunk.org/2025/12/13/through-the-wall-softly/
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