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“A New Trade, Perhaps?” by Writers Block

Submitted to Contest #78

Laura and Jeanette work along side of each other as sales specialists at a design shop. Both are great at getting leads and meeting their quotas. Jeanette takes more of a forward approach whereas Laura remains cool as a cucumber. One day Sharon, the owner of the design shop drops in. She walks over to Laura who is diligently working on a sample board for a client. Sharon praises Laura on the last project, which dealt with a large housing development. Jeanette overhears and quickly ends her phone conversation. She hurries over to Sharon and...

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“You Choose The Title, Please” by Writers Block

Shall the title to this latest piece be Serendipity, The Corner on Main, The Corner Cafe, or something else? Ever been caught off guard by someone and wondered what to do next? Swanson, GA, is a sleepy, southern town with a population of 25,000. It has more indigenous residents than those who relocate here. The climate is primarily dry, but the weather can hold torrential rain coming from the Gulf of Mexico. Swanson is southwest of Georgia's state capital and is home to a liberal arts college known as The Swansonian. The job industry he...

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“A Time to Eat” by Writers Block

Submitted to Contest #74

All Purpose Flour Eggs Milk Cooking Oil Baking Powder Pinch of Salt Preheat oven. Mix dry ingredients together. Slowly blend wet ingredients into dry mixture. Stir until a ball of dough forms. Sprinkle extra flour onto surface. Roll out dough ball until half of an inch high. Cut uniform discs from dough. Place disc on lightly greased baking sheet. Bake in preheated oven. Periodically check for consistency. Remove baking sheet when discs have risen and golden brown. Allow resting time. Serve with desired jellies or jams. Eggs Pinch of Sal...

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“Yes, No, Maybe?” by Writers Block

Submitted to Contest #73

Author's Note: I incorporated famous poems in my latest work. Enjoy! i carry your heart with me(i carry it in my heart)i am never without it(anywhere i go you go, my dear; and whatever is done by only me is your doing, my darling) i fear no fate(for you are my fate, my sweet)i want no world(for beautiful you are my world, my true) and it’s you are whatever a moon has always meant and whatever a sun will always sing is you here is the deepest secret nobody knows (here is the root of the root and the bud of the bud and the sky of the sky...

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“Is This Real?” by Writers Block

Submitted to Contest #72

Margaret graduated from the university with honors at the end of the Fall. Relieved but weary, her next chain of events was to find a place to live and acquire employment. She briefly moved back with her parents so she could save up some money while working and getting accustomed to a new schedule.As you would expect, the first month or so went fairly smooth as her parents were happy to have her again. Margaret was getting out and about, distributing her resume and going on interviews. She even filled out a few applications as she was quite...

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“Christmas In July” by Writers Block

Submitted to Contest #72

It was another day at the shop in the Piedmont region, and Debbie dusted the displays. She grew weary of the quiet, pin dropping eeriness. She goes over to Booth 51 and grabs a radio. While thumbing through the range of channels, Debbie comes across one that plays music as opposed to talk radio. She turns the volume to a bare audible level. Some sudden noise towards the back of the shop now got her attention. Debbie strolls towards the back of the shop. A shelf clip had given way, and an avalanche of books now rested on the floor in a heap. ...

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“Spicy and Salty” by Writers Block

Submitted to Contest #71

Jingle Bell Rock played in the background as Veronica was putting the sugar topping on her latest batch of snicker doodles. She slides the loaded cookie sheet into the oven and sets the timer. The door chime alerted as Lillian came back from her lunch break. She clocked in and went over to the sink to wash her hands before starting to prepare her caramel coconut cookie bars. The sugary smell of baked cookies permeated the bake shop. Lillian commented on how good the snicker doodles were coming along. Veronica replied " This is my prized re...

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“Say It Ain't So” by Writers Block

Carol was living out her last year at school, relishing the friendships she had made throughout the years. Senior year is full of sentiments, but it's also a gateway into the phase of adulthood of is what yet to come. She happened to have a class with Tommy who happened to be a crush of hers. It soon became obvious to him about her crush. She admired his confidence, sense of humor, and build. One day while in class, they started communicating about a general topic. Tommy sensed that Carol wasn't like other females he had encountered. Carol w...

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“Destination West” by Writers Block

Submitted to Contest #47

It was late afternoon in the Carolinas, and the school group was awaiting a travel bus for their trip out west. All of the 8 leaders were gathering the group of high schoolers to do a head count. Everybody formed a straight line as the bus arrived in the parking lot. Excitement grew over the group as they marched inside the bus to find their seats. Before the bus took off, a couple of the leaders stood in the aisle and commenced with a short spiel. Applause followed from the passengers. Faces were glued to the windows as the bus traveled onw...

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“Feuding Friends” by Writers Block

Submitted to Contest #46

“Flowers do not compete with one another. They just bloom.1“ Abigail and Sarah are neighbors on the same street and go to the same school. Abigail is involved in several extracurricular activities and has an array of hobbies and talents. Other people are naturally drawn to her without having to make much of an effort. Sarah lives vicariously through Abigail is some ways. They have a few things in common like your typical teenager. Abigail is focused and grounded whereas Sarah means well but is perceived by others as one of a kind. Senior...

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“Long Awaiting” by Writers Block

Submitted to Contest #46

 Waves crashed upon the shore down below as Larkspur made it up the hillside. Stopping to catch his breath once he got to the top, Larkspur noticed a change in the wind. Ominous clouds were rolling in. He quickly sought out shelter before it was too late. Moments later, the rain came down in sheets. Occasional thunder rumbled in the background. Larkspur stayed vigilant inside the shelter, watching Mother Nature get drenched. Eventually, the rain slacked off and the sun peeked through the clouds that were not so heavy anymore. The weary ...

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“About A Community” by Writers Block

This latest entry is a version of free verse poetry on a subject out of my usual writing pattern. It is only food for thought. “Alone, we can do so little; together, we can do so much” – Helen Keller.1Community is all around us.Whether it means your friends, neighbors, your church,or even - gasp - your workplace,You belong somewhere.Lately, it seems like the only timebeing a “neighbor” does not matter iseither the beginning of life or the end of life.I remember seeing a television commercial reflecting an imag...

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“Relocation” by Writers Block

“Life has got all those twists and turns. You've got to hold on tight and off you go.”1Relocating to a new town portrays a milestone in one's life. Sure, it can possess some uncertainty but there comes a time where one also needs a change all together. Before you actually move, you can try to jazz up your daily routine or keep branching out to meet people, whether it is in your current location or new location. Sometimes you do have common interests with others. Other times, you develop new and different interests. But do not burn your bridg...

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“The Vacation Getaway” by Writers Block

Submitted to Contest #44

I step off the plane and descend down the stairway. The sun’s rays are beating down upon me. I set my foot upon land and shift my carry-on bag from shoulder to shoulder. A parade of airport staff and locals greet us with warm welcomes. I continue on through the sliding doors into the airport. I meander through the crowd to retrieve my luggage. I arrive at the revolving turn-about, and patiently await the arrival of my belongings. I locate a familiar bag with dozens of tags slip through the conveyor system, ...

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“What Is This” by Writers Block

Submitted to Contest #43

It was a crisp fall day down at the inner harbor. A tinge of warm air brushed by as well as a wrapper from one of the street vendors. People propped themselves upon the steps leading to the water. The autumn sun filtered through the clouds. The water remained mostly calm with a few ripples from the breeze and far off boats. Other took advantage of such a spectacular fall day to exercise their boats before winter came aboard.Around the block, kids played street hockey and jumped rope. Their guardians stooped them...

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