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[Write the Story] Blast from the Past
Prompt: Blast from the Past
Words: shrew, happy-go-lucky, esophagus, handkerchief, shred, clause, scone, biscuit, necklace
Story
“OMG! Biscuit? Is that you?â€
I wanted to freeze but that would be worse. Before turning, I wrapped the antique pewter necklace in my handkerchief and tucked it in my jacket pocket. Plastering a smile on my face, I turned. “Can I help…?†My esophagus clenched, cutting off my ability to finish.
“Darling! It’s been so long. It’s so good to see you, Biscuit.â€
“You know I hate that nickname, LIzze.â€
“Oh, come on, it’s cute.â€
“For you. What brings you here?â€
Lizzie tucked her arm through mine. “Oh, Bis…Andy…you know why I’m here. Let’s get a scone and catch up.â€
The next thing I knew we were cozy over tea and crumpets. The conversation painfully polite. Lizzie picked at her pastry instead of eating it, leaving the shreds on her plate. “We have business, Andy.â€
“Our contract was completed eons ago, Lizzie.â€
“Oh, but it’s not.†Her teeth gleamed in the artistic lighting. “Did you not read…?â€
“I read every clause and codicil.â€
“Apparently not.†And just like that, her happy-go-lucky cheerleader demeanor shifted to her true nature. She was a shrew of the highest order. “Give me the necklace. That power is mine.â€
I did. Never sign a contract with a Fairy.
Word Count: 204
Written: 9/11/2020
[Pen/Pencil Review] The Pilot G2 Target Exclusive Dark Set
I do love Pilot G2s. They were my first gel pen love, and I keep coming back to them. This set I found in the back to school sales at Target this week. They’re a Target exclusive set with some deep colors. So let’s get to it. These are the classic G2 with a clear […]
[Personal] Quick Update
There were no posts this week because it’s August in Texas… Day Job had a Hurricane Activation. I may be back next week, but it may be another week or two before full operation.
[Write The Story] A Single Parent Solves a Problem
Prompt: A Single Parent Solves a Problem Words: adoption, grotesque, cove, snail, olive, navel, rivulet, hollow, ambrosia, pale Story What do you do when your kid won’t stop asking for a pet? Seriously, I’m asking because I am at my wits end on this one. Don’t get me wrong, he’s a great kid. Strong, smart, […]
[Pen/Pencil Review] Jinhao 993 Shark Fountain Pen – 2020 Additions
Two years ago, I bought a couple of shark-themed pens from Goulet Pen Company. They were fun, and each year, Goulet has a special for Shark Week. Last week was no exception – the Jinhao 993 Shark Fountain pen with an extra fine nib on a buy one get one free sale. This time around, […]
[Write The Story] The Crew of a Commercial Fishing Boat
Prompt: The Crew of a Commercial Fishing Boat Words: battleship, whoosh, colossal, vertebrae, salmon, mahogany, paddle, breakfast, gathering, wheel Story “You sank my battleship!†Captain Ogden shook her head as she stood at the wheel of her salmon boat. Her crew spent long hours in all conditions on board, she never understood why they loved […]
[Pen/Pencil Review] Kaweco Frosted Sport – Lime – Medium Nib
As part of the iPenStore subscription, there was a Kaweco Frosted Sport fountain pen with a medium nib. I’ve always been interested these stubby little guys and always meant to get one SOMEDAY. Well, some day was with the subscription box. I hadn’t realized Kaweco was a German company, but that was a cool surprise. […]
[Write the Story] A Creature Feature in Present Day
Prompt: A Creature Feature in Present Day Words: werewolf, barge, caramel, housefly, awesome, simmer, analogy, gulf, femur, amber Story “Do we really have to…? “Have candy with our popcorn? We absolutely are.†Mark handed the ticket taker the two tickets and ushered Cathy through the door. He took in a deep breath of the vintage […]
[Pen/Pencil Review] The Graphite Pencil + Paper Summer Subscription Box
This is the unboxing video (take 2 because I am NOT a videographer) of the Graphite Pencil + Paper Summer subscription box. The Blackwing Volume 840 is for the 1902 surf icon Duke Kahanamoku.
[Write the Story] Last Call at a Bar in a Big City
Prompt: Last Call at a Bar in a Big City Words: doppelganger, platypus, jazz, alienated, bikini, constitution, batter, temper, basin, rift Story Lois sat in the back corner table of the bar and watched the place empty out. She nursed her third drink as the jazz trio finished their set. There wasn’t much time. She […]