Could Be Worse: Fiction Friday

The Friday Fictioneer Challenge: Write a 100-word story based on the photo.

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Photo copyright Janet M Webb

Could Be Worse

Michelle couldn’t believe her eyes. She’d been inside all day working overtime on a Saturday in the office building’s basement, alone. Insulated from sound and without any windows, she had no idea the storm arrived, depositing flash-flood level rains.

She’d just have to wait until the waters receded. She sighed, Saturday night at the office? How pathetic!

She retreated to the break room. Still, she thought, it could be worse. I hate getting my shoes wet. She noticed the vending machines were full, having been restocked Friday afternoon. “Orange Hostess Cupcakes in slot B-13,” she squealed in delight, “my favorite!”

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When Leaves Fall

Story #19 for Story A Day Challenge May 2016

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When Leaves Fall

When leaves fall, legend has it, angels weep.

When angels weep, hearts break.

When hearts break, cold winds blow.

When cold winds blow, danger threatens.

Where danger threatens, storms rage.

Where storms rage, leaves fall.

Where leaves fall, angels weep.
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