Really short hint fiction

inspired by a train ride. Maybe it's just an editorial comment, but you can read it at least three ways and I like that.


Cemetary

Shut up.

Feeling Way Cool

Well, I have new resolve to be regular with posts, if only to blow my own horn. I am a winner of Smokelong Quarterly's 30-word hint fiction contest!

So see all the great writing they publish. http://www.smokelong.com/cover30.asp

And be sure to visit the judge, Robert Swartwood's blog (and mind the spelling of his name!): http://www.robertswartwood.com/news/30-word-smokelong-winners/

I also received a very kind mention from my inspiration.

http://mhorvichcares.blogspot.com/

A GOOD morning indeed!

Avoid Embarrassment; Check Your Pants

I know I'm not the only person who wears jeans twice without washing them, and I think not the only person who admits it.

Let me save you some embarrassment over this.

When you put your jeans on the second day, make sure the previous day's underwear or socks are not still inside. I have not yet made this mistake in public, but I was walking around the house getting ready to go out when I noticed one of the legs of my pants felt odd. Yup, there was a lump.

I wonder what I would do if they fell out in the middle of a store? Probably walk away and pretend they weren't mine. I mean, what else could you do?

Time Warped

Some people have technical issues with their cable recording devices--missed shows, out of space, etc. I can work the equipment just fine--it's a cognitive issue that trips me up. When I get around to watching my recordings, I forget that they are not current.

I got excited about a new medical show that premiered--and ended--weeks ago. I started making plans around a severe thunderstorm that passed us over last month. I am glad I am alone with this happens. It's just a little embarrassing.

Things That are Not as Good The Next Day

Inspired by a lucious chocolate cupcake with buttery smooth cream cheese frosting. I had no problem convincing myself that I should eat it right away.

• Cupcakes
• Newspapers
• Fish
• Apologies
• Compliments
• French Fries

A second list, Things That Are Better the Next Day begins with "Chili." Still working on that one. Contributions welcome.

Here I Go!

I never had an urge before to declare my thoughts and opinions to the general public via bumper stickers, vanity plates, or tattoos. I thought of blogs the same way.


Now I am curious to see what I will say.