Ellen Talboom

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Oct, 2019

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“Holiday Time” by Ellen Talboom

Submitted to Contest #281

That time of year. The decorations start covering almost every part of open blank space on the ground floor of the office building. Humans climb up on ladders, attach green looking leaves along the walls. Odd, no one waters them, yet they stay the same color, bright and shiny. Then the leaves are taken down. Every year, same thing. Humans talk a different language from during the year. Interesting concept. "How ya doing Laura", a guest said, walking past the information desk? "Doing well, you, Mr. Jenkins"? "Great. I love the holi...

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“Coffee Chat” by Ellen Talboom

Submitted to Contest #280

Implying death of a pet"Great coffee here, right"?"Yup. Glad you chose this place"."The gluten free muffins taste good as well"."Ok, I don't eat gluten free foods. But the regular muffins are great"."Have you read the current posts on the neighborhood text chat"?"Second think I do every morning"."Second"?"Feed the pets. That is always first on the to do list"."Right"."Speaking about pets, did you read about the woman who lets her cats out during the day? And then she posts that if anyone has seen her cats because they did not come home a few...

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“What If...” by Ellen Talboom

Submitted to Contest #279

implied death of animals Torhan and Erine were caught up in the mob, headed to the border crossing. Upon arrival, the crossing was closed. Yelling, barking dogs and screams filled the air. The couple made sure they had a tight grip on each other. "This is not doing us, or anyone else any good", Torhan whispered to Erine. "Stay close to me". She nodded. Slowly but aggressively, Torhan guided them away from the pushing mob. There was a bombed out first floor apartment wall. Room with a view! He grinned. Some view. The couple cuddled t...

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“Love Sting” by Ellen Talboom

Submitted to Contest #278

"You are correct. This coffee is much better tasting", Amy said. "Told you. This place isn't as popular, but the coffee is not bitter", Beth replied. "Agree. And the muffins, healthy". They laughed. The friends chatted, ate and sipped their coffees. Just then, an older couple walked in. Beth looked up. Her eyes widened. She gave a glance at Amy, who looked up. "Holy cow, there he is. He's back", Beth whispered. "Don't stare, just look". Amy peeked over her coffee cup. "That's the guy? Are you sure? What's he doing here", A...

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“The 4th Clan” by Ellen Talboom

Submitted to Contest #277

The passing of a pet friend Elfton, leader of the 4th Clan of the Forest Tribe, stood at the head of the Monument Mound. His head lowered; fingers clasped together. The moment has come. The gathered Forest Tribe noticing, stopped chatting and stood around the Mound. All were settled in. Elfton nodded. the gong sounded. All were quiet. The Story of Life begins. Elfton stood silent. Then took a deep breath. "Elfcat belonged to no one. She came to us from nowhere. A friend to all". The Tribe nodded. Silence. "Remember the storm of...

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“Eyes in the Bushes” by Ellen Talboom

Submitted to Contest #275

death of a pet "We are being watched". "I see that", I replied to my son Jace as I was sipping coffee on the patio. "Neighbor's peeking from the hedges", Jace asked? "That would be really creepy", I said. Jace is 12 with a very vivid imagination. Since his husky Em went to dog heaven about three months ago, he sees eyes looking at him from the bushes or from the tall hedges. They used to play catch me and hide in the bushes. They would chase each other all around the back yard for hours. Jace said he doesn't want another pet, at...

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“The Haunted Trip” by Ellen Talboom

Submitted to Contest #274

So here we are, the three of us, buddies since freshman high school days, standing on the porch of a house, early in the morning drinking coffee and tea. This house is registered on the haunted house list, located in a famous haunted town in the Southwest. "Can't believe we are here. And we have you to thank for this Erin", Sam said, leaning on the porch railing. "Second the motion", Jamie replied. "Third", I said. Sam and Jamie are my besties. Sam now has distinctive green hair. If she were 250 pounds heavier and wearing orange, s...

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“The Surprise Birthday Party” by Ellen Talboom

Submitted to Contest #273

Day 14 Sat I think you are a genius. To keep this birthday party a total surprise. This is the way, by writing as a journal entry in the notebook and no talking about this at school. Total surprise. So, 14 days to plan this. Signing off. I put on my hoodie, grabbed the notebook, leashed up Clarice, who was ready to go for her walk, and out we went. I checked my pockets, whoops... back home. Clarice was confused. She didn't get to do anything. I grabbed the doggie bags off the porch table. Ok, now for your walk. Clarice and I walke...

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“Remembering” by Ellen Talboom

Submitted to Contest #272

There it is, my home, where I grew up. I couldn't find my home. I was lost. I took a different turn. I kept walking and walking. Scary time. So happy now. Home. Look, there are the tall things I use to claw up with my brother and sister. And there is the flat tall thing we use to crawl under. So much fun. I am finally home. Just then, two fluffy things moved really fast from behind my home and ran right in front of me and clawed up one of the tall things. Hey, my brother and sister. Why didn't they see me? I am right here. They just move...

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“Face that looks familiar” by Ellen Talboom

Submitted to Contest #271

Observing people is such a fun past time. So many different people going about their daily life activities. Different yet the same. Some look familiar, some very familiar, while others, nope. This is why being employed in the hospitality field is the same yet different every time. Crowds move around, window shopping then stopping at the Resort Cafe for something yummy.One time, this guy came into the cafe. He looked so much like a former classmate. He probably thought he was being hit on. Nope. Awkward. No more doing that.Another day at the ...

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