Bridgette Abbott

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Aug, 2024

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“The Vase” by Bridgette Abbott

Submitted to Contest #269

I extracted the antique vase from its cardboard moving box, disappointed that it was, as always, perfectly intact. No matter how frequently the vase gets transported from one place to another, it never breaks. Not a single crack. As a heavily career driven middle aged woman, I move quite often. When I move, the vase moves with me. I assumed possession of this vase when my mother died quite a few years ago. I’ve had this vase for over a decade now. Covered in intricate and delicate painting marks, I made the choice to hold onto this unique ha...

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“Dream Dress” by Bridgette Abbott

Submitted to Contest #264

“This one is it…this is my dream dress!” My client began to do a little happy dance on the dress platform. Her entire bridal party began cheering and taking more pictures than you could ever imagine. I ducked out of the changing room and grabbed the champagne glasses I have ready for all of my clients. “Congrats Maggie…this is YOUR day! Cherish it and never forget it! I’m so incredibly happy for you.” I say as I hand each of the women in the room their glass of champagne. She shed a tear as she stared into the full-sized mirror, imagining he...

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