Clara 'CC' Carlyle

“Lost & Found ” by Clara 'CC' Carlyle

Submitted to Contest #237

" Dad, can you pick me up? I don't feel good. My heart hurts."" Honey, you only have two hours remaining, be strong, I know you can do it."" But my teacher was mean to me and now I'm sad."" I can't pick you up again today. You need to put your big girl panties on and soldier on."" Also, Dad, I lost my Hello Kitty backpack."After I pushed 'end call'; I opened Google, " How do you send an email to county jail?" I want to love someone, someone who will love me and take care of me. I want to sing duets with Denis- he can sing the John Travolta p...

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“Chalk and Cheese” by Clara 'CC' Carlyle

Submitted to Contest #233

Chalk and Cheese Dad loves all things British; William and Kate, tea and crumpets, The Crown, saying the loo, not so much queuing though….. People in our small town treat him like he is a rare and exotic bird. "Lovely," he says. It is baffling to me to watch the faces of folks in conversation. The faces of both men and women brighten when near him. Most of the people around here have never traveled out of the state, much less another country. Just between you and Me- neither has dad.  "Do you guys have the same father AND mother?" I w...

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“Did Jesus Eat Bacon For Christmas? ” by Clara 'CC' Carlyle

⭐️ Shortlisted for Contest #229

A bombshell revelation from the man formerly known as Jesus. It took many years, but he has reinvented himself- yet again. Josh, as he is known today, has a worldwide base of followers who call themselves Joshers. Few others can say they have two million followers. Josh the influencer. Josh the activist. Josh the criminal. Josh the great polarizing figure. Exactly who is Josh?  ________ Clara Carlyle: Good to see you.  Josh Christmas: Thank you for having me. Hey everyone out there.  CC: I thought we'd start with you intro...

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“Mock Apple Pie- yummy” by Clara 'CC' Carlyle

Submitted to Contest #228

​Mock Apple Pie- yummyBank of Baltimore11-08-22 Balance $25.55Taco Tuesday, that's what Grandma calls today. I call it Game Day. You see, every two weeks I play a game with myself. If I manage to exist for two weeks without my checking account overdrawn; I order takeout from a fancy place. I hope one day I can live better than paycheck-to-paycheck.   Party for one. It's hard to choose between Chinese or steak, fajitas or wings. Yum! I want it all. I'm so hungry for something besides Honey Nut Cheerios. Sushi sounds delicious.&...

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“Moon and Me” by Clara 'CC' Carlyle

Moon and Me "Welcome. Hi. Welcome. Everyone please find a seat. Please turn off your phones and all other 20th century technology. Good morning and welcome back. Welcome to season 87 of the Renaissance Faire here in Crownsville.  The story line this season is Anne Boleyn- second wife of King Henry VIII." "I believe most of you already have an assignment, you worked here last year, err the last season that we were open anyway. If you are not sure please see Yvie." Moon pointed to Yvie, who had a very long neck thus she wore a green...

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“Drinking the Kool-Aid” by Clara 'CC' Carlyle

Submitted to Contest #227

***Warning: suicide, mental health, cults, religionThe headline said "Cult celebrity along with 13 adults -dead" It was cold. It was snowing. It was dark. It was mind boggling. I feel the gum in my mouth is hard- not chewable. How long have I been out?" How do you feel? What happened here?"" Ma'am do you know what day of the week it is?"" Who is the president?"" How much have you taken?"Huh? I realized that I was only wearing a hoodie- that's it. Instinctively I moved my hands over parts that I usually don't permit strangers to see...

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“Sybolism” by Clara 'CC' Carlyle

Submitted to Contest #226

This story has adult themes.Five Years Agoknock, knock, knock…."Hello L-L little G-girl.""Hi my name is Amber and I'm here to support my troop. Would you like to buy some Girl Scout cookies?" "Is that your real N-name? A- Amber?" Mike asked his young, innocent neighbor. Sweating she mouthed, "Cross my heart" as she signed a cross with her hand. Even at thirteen years old she knew how to flirt. "H-H-H-How much for a B-box?" "Depends on which flavor you like.""I like the, umm, L-L-L-lemon flavor. How much are they?""Nine dollars...

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“And Guest ” by Clara 'CC' Carlyle

Submitted to Contest #225

"Don't forget my fan brush this time," Brian yelled to his assistant. He planned to pack his own tools but he's been stuck on the toilet since before the sun was in the sky. Brian "BA" Amaranth- ARTIST- has an audition. When he auditions, he suffers from diarrhea. "Sorry, sorry, so sorry," An overweight, graying, chaotic woman opened the door to BA's townhouse. "Sorry, did you say something?" Jade didn't know about Brian's nervousness. Today was only the third audition that she would assist him. "Hello? Hola? Bonjour?" She called o...

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