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[Write the Story] Conversation on a Train
Prompt: Conversation on a Train
Words: unicorn, enslave, steak, maw, plunge, wrothy, recoil, absolve, suspenders, worldwide
Story
Geraldine plunged through teaming throngs heading up the ramp. The boarding portal a gaping maw swallowing families whole. She fought the urge to reoil when another potential passenger brushed against her.
“Car six, compartment seven. Enjoy your journey and welcome aboard Transplanetary Railway.â€
Geraldine smiled tightly at the ticket bot and boarded the train to another world. Something she never thought possible, something she’d never be worthy of. But here she was.
Geraldine, after she settled in, went to dinner.
“Have the steak.†Her dining companion tucked a linen napkin in purple unicorn suspenders. “It’s real meat.â€
“But how?†she asked. “Cattle are no longer enslaved to the dietary dictates of consumption.â€
The being, a lean being whose bulbous head and sucker tipped appendages waved uncertainly. “Perhaps that is simply your worldwide criteria. Or perhaps your species has been absolved of your guilt.â€
“What do you know of guilt?â€
The being stretched tentacles wide. “All sentients have guilt. Yours is newer and shiny. Rich like steak. You have much to learn.â€
“That’s why I’m here. And why I…just why.â€
“And that is why you are at my table, young explorer. Your curiosity is a bright light among these who’ve gone on before. They don’t see the wonder you do. Let us explore together. At least a while.â€
“But I don’t know you or vice versa.â€
“Let us learn together.â€
Word Count: 229
Written: 8/27/2019
[Pen/Pencil Review] Pilot Opt – Stardust – 0.7mm ballpoint
We return to Pilot this week late, as seems usual for this time of year.. This is the Pilot Opt ballpoint pen with the Stardust body. This is just a darned cool looking pen. This is one of Pilot’s “fashion” ballpoint pen lines. The Stardust is a navy blue barrel with silver glitter for a […]
[Write the Story] The Main Character Ignored the Warning Label
Prompt: The Main Character Ignored the Warning Label Words: comedian, commission, trump, bamboo, bombastic, vast, blonde, gross, sophisticated, giraffe Story “I told you…†“So. You told me so, Mira. I get it. I made a mistake.†Peter huddled behind the potted bamboo plant. “You know someone as sophisticated as you look about as inconspicuous as […]
[Pen/Pencil Review] Sharks are Still Cool When They’re Pens
I’m doing a rerun this week because 1) I’m looking at another color version of this pen; 2) I kinda forgot yesterday was Tuesday. Why did I forget that? Because I’m in the middle of teaching a 3-day – with some help – class for work. It’s been a huge undertaking for many reasons. It […]
[Write the Story] A Family Gathering on a Holiday
Prompt: A Family Gathering on a Holiday Words: rabbi, irony, bamboozle, sturgeon, bale, reserve, vanquish, submerge, plum, rhetorical Story “You know, some families do plum pudding during the holidays.” Graham wrinkled his nose as he snagged a cookie on his way through the overly warm kitchen. “Your rhetorical observations are getting old. ” Callie swatted […]
[Pen/Pencil Review] South Korean Goodies
The last couple of weeks have been bananas. Next week is even more bananas. My time has been limited and last night I was offered homemade ice cream and then a major distraction presented itself, and I followed it. It was a challenge that I had pick up and run with. So I didn’t even […]
[Write the Story] A Talented Musician Struggles to Make it Big
Prompt: A Talented Musician Struggles to Make it Big Words: crocodile, anchor, lasagna, anthem, fingernail, trout, federal, bog, jostle, repel Story “It’s going to happen for you, babe.” Veronica gestured with a forkful of trout almondine. “You’re amazing.” Evan picked at his lasagna. “I’m glad you think so, Ronnie, I just…I don’t know. No offense […]
[Pen/Pencil Review] Pilot Precise V5 RT Lime Green
I know, I know… I just did a Pilot Precise V5 RT. This is another Pilot Precise V5 RT (retractable) in a lovely lime green that I picked up during the last Kinokuniya trip. The things about lime green pens is the tinting of the colors. At first I thought it was a different type […]
[Write The Story] A Famous Fictional Character in the Wrong Story
Prompt: A Famous Fictional Character in the Wrong Story Words: stock market, serial, tangy, panda, ensemble, salute, average, Venus, boss, knee Story “Greed is good.” Gordon strolled through the market like the boss he was, suit crisp and tie straight. “No, Greedo was bad–well, he was a bounty hunter, so maybe not bad, but at […]
[Pen/Pencil Review] Pentel EnerGel RTX 0.3mm
This week’s pen review goes back to Pentel and another version of the Ener-Gel. This one is a 0.3mm retractable EnerGel. It was on “Back to School” special, and I’m a sucker for super fine points and sales. I’ve been pleasantly surprised by this pen, I’ve mentioned my tendency for retractables on the work desk. […]