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100-Word Challenge for Grownups – Week #168

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 This week’s prompt is …the blue was sapphire… + 100 words

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THE RECEPTION

Drink in hand, I skimmed the room. Lights blazed, children squealed, and the discordant orchestra tuned up. Receptions are boring without a date.

A commotion caught my attention. Upswept copper curls bobbed through the crowd. A pale cerulean gown, delicate as angels’ breath, floated towards me. The exquisite creature peered up brows raised, her eyes—the blue was sapphire—like the gem… “Can I help you?” My voice cracked.

“Get me out of here, please?” She drifted forward. Like a puppy after a treat, I loped behind her. The night might not be a complete waste.

“Where to?”

“A drive maybe?”

“Husband problems?”

“Girlfriend.”

 

© 2015 All Rights Reserved Tess and How the Cookie Crumbles

Author: Let's CUT the Crap!

I'm getting a little LONG in the tooth and have things to say about---ouch---AGEing. I believe it's certainly a state of mind but sometimes it's nice to hear that you're NORMAL. I enjoy reading by the truckload. I'm a grandma but I don't feel OLD although I'm not so young anymore. My plan is to stick it out as long as I can on this lovely planet and only will leave it kicking and screaming!

73 thoughts on “100-Word Challenge for Grownups – Week #168”

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  2. Sue Slaght
    February 17, 2015 at 6:10 pm

    I am left most intrigued Tess. the description ‘Upswept copper curls bobbed’ paints a beautiful image. Your eloquent way with words once again shining brightly here.

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  3. kanzensakura
    February 17, 2015 at 6:41 pm

    Girlfriend….one has to wonder, hers or someone elses? Lots going on here. As usual Tess, you leave us wanting more of the story. Great job!

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  4. joannesisco
    February 17, 2015 at 6:54 pm

    I love your stories Tess. You always take us somewhere unexpected. Like Sue, I was taken with the upswept copper curls bobbing through the crowd 🙂

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  5. Chatter Master
    February 17, 2015 at 8:23 pm

    Vision comes through clearly with your words. And sadly I’m left sitting here staring at a picture, wondering what the rest of the story is. sigh.

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  6. Jacqui Murray
    February 17, 2015 at 8:26 pm

    I am completely confused. Love the images. Have no idea what’s going on. What a great start!

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    • Let's CUT the Crap!
      February 17, 2015 at 8:57 pm

      Nobody is as he or she seems. Two huge disappointments await. Her GIRLfriend is the problem throughout. ??

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    • Let's CUT the Crap!
      February 17, 2015 at 8:58 pm

      I wasn’t planning on being mysterious. It always seems clear to me; not necessarily to the reader. Must get back to the drawing-board. Right now my teeth hurt.

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      • teagan geneviene
        February 18, 2015 at 6:12 am

        I got it, Tess. You were clear. You just went to an unexpected place, and went around the curve on two wheels. Don’t worry — everyone will catch up. 🙂
        > I applaud your sense of writing adventure.
        I’m a big chicken for the most part — always sticking with “Write what you know.” So there are a lot of “points of view” from which i don’t feel knowledgeable enough to write. I don’t even like to write from a (typical) male POV, (and i’ve been inside enough male minds to be familiar) though sometimes i have to in short segments, if the story demands.
        Well done! ⭐ Hugs.

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      • Let's CUT the Crap!
        February 18, 2015 at 8:12 am

        Teagan, I so appreciate your friendship and support. ❤ The truth is I never have a plan. The endings happen on their own. This one was a huge surprise and I giggled myself silly. 😀 😀 😀

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    • Let's CUT the Crap!
      February 18, 2015 at 10:02 pm

      You are like an engineer. At least when I worked with engineers, I got their thinking. 😀

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  7. huntmode
    February 17, 2015 at 9:05 pm

    Oh, thank you, Tess! I burst out laughing at that last sentence. Thank you!

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  8. The Persecution of Mildred Dunlap
    February 17, 2015 at 9:16 pm

    “Like a puppy after a treat” – oh I love that line. It’s a really good one, Tess.

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  10. valentinelogar
    February 17, 2015 at 9:55 pm

    Killing me, Tess that was sublime in its perfection.

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  11. teagan geneviene
    February 18, 2015 at 12:11 am

    You drew me right into the scene — as always. Hugs! 🙂

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  12. drewdog2060drewdog2060
    February 18, 2015 at 1:56 am

    This made me chuckle. The ending was totally unexpected. Kevin

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  13. Lucid Gypsy
    February 18, 2015 at 1:58 am

    Seems to me like he quickly realised he’s barking up the wrong tree!

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  14. Darlene
    February 18, 2015 at 3:01 am

    Good one! A character you need to explore.

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  15. olganm
    February 18, 2015 at 3:35 am

    Beautifully written and observed. Oh yes, appearances can be deceptive. Another one of those challenges that I hope at some point I’ll get organised to try and take part in. A great way to get the writing flowing.

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    • Let's CUT the Crap!
      February 18, 2015 at 8:01 am

      Thank YOU, Olga, for getting it. A new avenue for me. I had no idea where this would end up until it did. Couldn’t stop laughing. Didn’t know if anyone else would get it.
      I agree. I love these challenges. Come on over! ❤ ❤

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  16. cobbies69
    February 18, 2015 at 3:36 am

    I am always impressed how you can conjure up a great description and story in very least amount of words……

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  17. Rosa Ave Fénix
    February 18, 2015 at 4:25 am

    Rather short, but in your words there are a lot of hiden moments, wich no need words. Good. regards

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  18. Smorgasbord - Variety is the Spice of Life.
    February 18, 2015 at 4:35 am

    Reblogged this on Smorgasbord – Variety is the spice of life and commented:
    Condensing a meaningful story into 100 words is a skill that is excelled at by Tess Karlinski on her blog.. also if you are intrigued about China and its people and culture you will enjoy her weekly record of her trip there…

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  19. Laura Best
    February 18, 2015 at 7:01 am

    I really like the twist at the end. Wasn’t expecting that!

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  20. heylookawriterfellow
    February 18, 2015 at 9:26 am

    Another great one.! (And that’s something I can take for granted with you )

    But could you perhaps make the NEXT 100-word story a continuation of THIS one?

    Your stories end just as you suck me in!

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  21. TBM
    February 18, 2015 at 10:32 am

    Hmmm…girlfriend could have a few meanings, but me thinks he’s out of luck.

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  22. Cathy
    February 18, 2015 at 10:40 am

    Another brilliant story, it takes some skill to do that in 100 words. I’m in awe ❤

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  23. Sherri
    February 18, 2015 at 10:52 am

    Okay… first this: ‘Upswept copper curls bobbed through the crowd…’ Then the last word. I don’t like to swear on blogs but Tess, I have to just this once… this is bloody brilliant. That’s all I’m saying… ❤ 😀 ⭐

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  24. sheridegrom - From the literary and legislative trenches.
    February 18, 2015 at 11:46 am

    Tess – You keep getting better and better. Your talent for these ever so short stories boggles my mind.

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    • Let's CUT the Crap!
      February 18, 2015 at 3:46 pm

      Thank you, Sheri. I am honored you think so. I never know how any of these will take shape. Response to this one surprises me. I wasn’t sure the last line and circumstance would be clear. Now I’m doing my happy dance. Can’t dance but doing it anyway.
      😀 😀 😀

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  25. merrildsmith
    February 18, 2015 at 12:14 pm

    Lovely language and intriguing ending. I can see this as the opening of a novel.

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  26. Inside the Mind of Isadora
    February 18, 2015 at 4:14 pm

    It’s the perfect peak to leave the reader. Love it .!!!

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  27. willowdot21
    February 19, 2015 at 3:45 am

    Woo! That’s a ball breaker?!!! 😉

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  28. susanwritesprecise
    February 20, 2015 at 5:24 pm

    Love the ambiguity, Tess. Nice touch! 😉

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  29. Kate Loveton
    February 22, 2015 at 8:35 pm

    This is fabulous! Visual, witty, surprise ending! One of your best, Tess!

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  30. D.G.Kaye
    February 23, 2015 at 7:01 pm

    Clever you Tess! Brilliant descriptions and a bit of a question left in the reader’s minds. Nice to be back and catch up on my favourite blogs. xo

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