Debbie Teague

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Jul, 2020

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36 Stories

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“Ten O Nine” by Debbie Teague

Submitted to Contest #103

“That will be $10.09 please miss.” Sam gave an almost imperceptible gasp, not because of the shocking cost of the sandwich and shake, but because she had seen that number last night.  Sam had fallen asleep reading her library book and woke at 10:09 PM.  Strange, she thought but shrugged it off.  Her coworkers had all tried food at the Burger Barn and said it “was to die for” but she would wait for a coupon before returning.   After lunch she took a brief walk through the park and dropped a few coins in the guitar c...

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“Hidden In A Book” by Debbie Teague

Submitted to Contest #93

Diane’s pager sounded a familiar pattern of beeps. That meant the conference center was clear and the Dynamic Duo cleaning team could work their magic. They had three hours this time before the next group would arrive so they would have to work swiftly. Most of their income for the business came from Conference Center contracts. They would start with the kitchen and would finish up at the main hall. The conference that weekend had been made up of philanthropic word enthusiasts (generous word nerds in every day speak) and...

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“The Ears Have It” by Debbie Teague

Submitted to Contest #91

Janet was determined to have a relaxing cup of tea while sorting through the mail. She made it a point to toss, file, or place the mail in a created “response needed” folder. The practice kept the paper tiger (clutter) at bay; manageable instead of having piles of paper everywhere. She cringed to think that only a year ago that was the image that greeted her when she walked into her house. The weekend was just starting – aah. Pure happiness. Her favorite pizza was in the oven and there would be just enough time to so...

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“Mind to Mind” by Debbie Teague

Submitted to Contest #89

Ari smiled. “You alone have successfully bridged the communication gap between our races. You have our gratitude and our blessing. Now our wisdom can be shared with those of your race and yours with us. Smile if you understand.” Ari’s forehead tingled. It felt warm, pulsing with energy. She began: “I come in peace wise one. Those of my race call you Twinkle because of the light that shines in your eyes, but I will call you something else if you prefer.” The dolphin shook his head. Silence continued from the...

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“No More Pranks!” by Debbie Teague

Submitted to Contest #87

The alarm sounded. A sleepy Tara stretched, smiled, and then her heart sank. Most unpleasant things Tara was able to tolerate, but there was one day a year that filled her with absolute dread – April 1st, the day of pranks. Too conscientious to “call in sick” and avoid any possible pranks, she mustered enough strength to drag herself to the breakfast table. After some deep breaths and a few mouthfuls of her favorite cereal she had an ‘aha’ moment. She would turn this day into a positive one and go out of her way to d...

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“Be My Eyes Young One.” by Debbie Teague

Submitted to Contest #86

Two people sat underneath an old oak tree in the early spring. The older one wrapped with a lap blanket and prayer shawl to keep away the chill; the younger one in a hooded cloak over a simple robe. They talked of the colors of a bed of tulips next to the benches. After a time, the older one said: “I need you to take a journey young one. Do you recall the first path we walked when you became my student?” “Yes, Master Reeves. Garden of the Gods, it was summer.” The old man smiled and spoke. “Yes, that’s the place....

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“Not A Word” by Debbie Teague

Submitted to Contest #84

“In solitude the mind gains strength and learns to lean upon itself” – Laurence Sterne April 5th Morning Jason thought to himself, and so it begins. Here I am alone with my thoughts and this journal as my only companion and confidante. I rub my hands together partly for warmth and partly to validate my existence. On one wall of the room is a faucet with a washbasin and a latrine. The only furniture is a single bed with a thin mattress, small pillow, and grey wool blanket. I cannot see anything of the outside wo...

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“Stay Tuned to this Station...” by Debbie Teague

Submitted to Contest #80

"If you feel like you don't belong in this world, it is because you are here to make it a better place." - Anonymous “We interrupt this broadcast to bring you a special news bulletin – please stand by
At 11:11 this morning meteorologists and astronomers observed a pulsing white light that appears to be coming from the center of the Andromeda galaxy. This light is currently directed at the world’s ocean basins but appears to be expanding. Stay indoors! This is for your own safety. No one is to go out until we can determ...

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“They Do Exist!” by Debbie Teague

Submitted to Contest #78

Jason was amazed to find out that there were so many people who collected the same thing as he did – the revered page eleven. He didn’t even know there was an actual name for people like him – partial completists. It felt good to belong to a group. Completists collect whole books, partial completists only a specific page. He had only been collecting for about a year so only had a few hundred pieces while others he talked to at the convention had collections numbering in the thousands. Jason had saved for eleven weeks...

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“Full Circle” by Debbie Teague

Submitted to Contest #75

“We cannot see our reflection in running water, it is only in still water that we can see” – Zen. Timid Jason dreaded the walk home from school, but it was a dread he would have to face. His two older brothers had gone into the military and were no longer around to protect him and the school bullies knew that. He waited around after classes let out, hiding in one of the stalls in the bathroom (standing on the toilet so no one saw him) until he thought it was safe, then left the building and started the trek home. So far so g...

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“And Away We Go” by Debbie Teague

Submitted to Contest #74

“The ache for home lives in all of us, the safe place where we can go as we are and not be questioned” – Maya Angelou My backpack is ready, and I have my thermos of tea (it’s magic and will refill itself continuously). Come along with me as I journey to the ten places I would most like to see. We will ride by train wherever possible to each of the locations. Money is not an issue since I hit the jackpot in the national lottery. We will taste food, see sights, take photographs, and leave footprints. Ready? Our fir...

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“Up Up and Away” by Debbie Teague

Submitted to Contest #72

“Discovery consists not in seeking new lands but in seeing with new eyes.” – Marcel Proust “Come again?” I stared in disbelief into the eyes of the attorney across from me. “Yes, the requirement is that you take aerial photographs in a hot air balloon of the animals in Kruger National Park and publish a blog about the experience.  Then you will inherit the house and land in Fort Morgan, as well as a steady income from the dividends of the investments your uncle made.” That had been two weeks ago, and my stomach has been in knots ...

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“Heavenly Chocolate Cake” by Debbie Teague

Submitted to Contest #71

All you need is love – but a little chocolate now and then doesn’t hurt – Charles M. Schulz Here we go again Becky said to herself. Maybe this time the cake would taste like the ones she remembered. Two cups of flour, instant coffee (only a teaspoon of this), cocoa powder, three eggs, vanilla, chocolate chips (semi sweet) ... one by one she checked off the ingredients and whispered pleas. If she timed it right, the cake would be cool enough to eat when the children, Pam (six) and Pete (eight), came down from doing online sc...

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“Words fell on Deaf Ears” by Debbie Teague

Submitted to Contest #70

“It wasn’t me; I swear! They took him - I was bound up and couldn’t help him.” “Little green men you say?” scoffed the sheriff.   “Grey men with black eyes!” “Young lady, I have heard some stories in my time but yours takes the cake. You are asking us to believe that you and your brother saw a flying saucer in the field and “beings” came out from it, bound you up, and took your brother. Is that right?” “Yes! Honestly!” Sheriff Wilson did not believe her. Her protests fell on deaf ears. “Take her away!” Young Sus...

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“Diwali Experience” by Debbie Teague

Submitted to Contest #69

“Oh, but dad, we always go camping every year at this time” the two boys said in unison. “I know sons, but your mother has asked that you be at the Diwali celebration this year to meet her new husband and your step-sisters. Show them how gentlemanly Westerners can be.” Young Paul piped up with “Girls, yuck!” Peter laughed but secretly agreed with his brother. He said, “Di what?” Diwali his father explained.  "It is kind of like our new year, a festival of lights – new beginnings". “I hope we don’t have to do yoga and sit in...

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Author bio

I enjoy uplifting and encouraging people with my writing. My favorite authors are Ray Bradbury, Richard Bach (Illusions), Richard Lederer (Adventures of a Verbivore), and Agatha Christie. Writing helps me learn more about myself and brings me joy. I send blessings to each and every reader.