Artwork by Phil Burns
The Carrot Ranch Challenge:
In 99 words (no more, no less), write a story inspired by “changes in the office”.
Click here to hear the author read his words:
Office Romance
Please, sweetheart, I say, I really need to finish this.
Susie doesn’t respond, she just stares sullenly.
If I don’t get this done, we don’t eat, I say, bashing keys.
I wave a vague arm.
How do you think we can afford all this, I ask.
She doesn’t reply.
I really hate it when you give me the silent treatment, I say.
Nothing.
If I don’t do it now I’ll have to work the weekend, I say, and that kills our quality time together.
Her eyes speak volumes.
Oh, okay, I say, getting up, let’s go.
Her tail wags.
Great twist at the end! Really enjoyable story 🙂
LOL! You had me right up until the last three word 🙂 Sounds like a not too bad way to office.
I do like a wee bit misdirection, Michael.
Glad you enjoyed.
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I frequently have a similar conversation! I love the anticipation that Susie was a partner.
They don’t say much, Charli, but they usually get what they want!
Love this touching and light hearted piece of writing.
Thanks, Lindsey, not having a dog is the biggest gap in my life now.
Eyes that crumble the strongest of wills. What’s a little impromptu quality time? Surely better than all the extra remote work that’s been done. Fabulous piece.
Thanks, Rebecca, dogs have a way of getting round the strongest wills!
That’s the best kind of office romance to have!
Cannae whack man’s best friend!
Doggone sweet, this one is.
Woof, woof!
Oh, you had me there!
Love it.
And the smile in your voice at the end of the reading just adds to the cheeky twist.
Any story with a pooch raises a fond smile, I find, Jenne