Joseph L Floyd

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Mar, 2022

Stories (5)

5 Stories

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“What Have I Done?” by Joseph L Floyd

Submitted to Contest #184

What Have I Done? She never used credit cards and generally paid in cash. Her monthly retirement and pension payments were automatically sent to her bank account. It was an ordeal to send someone to the bank to withdraw the money she would need for the next few weeks. Since her illness worsened, she was forced to account for trips to the doctor, medicine, and other medical payments. She was tired, and now the hospital was forcing everyone to pay electronically. Unfortunately, she had no ATM card, credit card, or internet access. ...

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“Around The World In A Menu” by Joseph L Floyd

Submitted to Contest #162

Simon Bentley waited for his long-time friend, Brent Baker, to arrive for their weekly lunch meeting. He continued to study the menu, waiting for his friend to be seated. This was a new establishment, and both men were eager to try something fresh. Finally, Brent arrives, and the waiter pours water and asks if they want something to drink and an appetizer. Simon looks over his menu and says, "I see you have wine from Spain." "Ah, you also have Gazpacho." "Yes, we have cuisine from all over the world." "I am sure we will accommodate your pa...

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“Keep Digging” by Joseph L Floyd

Submitted to Contest #160

Keep Digging Hasan and his men had dug three wells, each proving to be a worthy endeavor. Each well could produce enough water for a whole village for many years. However, there were more than a few problems that arose. First, the villagers began to quarrel over the water, and different ones claimed possession of the well even though it was on land that belonged to Hasan’s family and he and his men had dug it. Then there were the frequent droughts that brought stragglers from nearby villages, nomads, and the occasional sojourner. ...

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“You Need Service Credits” by Joseph L Floyd

Submitted to Contest #159

You Need Service Credits Regina Highborn stood to her feet, took a deep breath, looked around, and shouted, “Hey, where is everyone?” “Can’t you see I need help?” “It’s probably tea time!” Ean McMurphy popped his head up from beyond the hill in the distance. He turned back and surveyed the land. Then, a hand slapped him on the back and said, “Sounds like we got a new resident today.” “Sure, but I am not taking on any new disciples,” Ean replied. “I believe it’s McDuncan’s turn.” “She only has eight and needs at least two more.” “Ri...

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“If Grace Knew!” by Joseph L Floyd

Submitted to Contest #158

If Grace Knew! Horace Friend was desperate for a new partner with the right connections. After that lousy deal with Dr. Pain and Silas Justice, he and his group fell on hard times. Being true to his name Silas Justice closed down Dr. Pain’s operation. Now there was Augustus Feelgood, who his devotees called the doctor. He was a handwriting expert that some would call a forger. Before Dr. Pain’s operation went bust, he had learned all he knew about the business and set up his own practice. He was hanging his hat down at the corner of L...

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