Write a story about someone who is working from home and constantly getting distracted by their pet.

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“Blush” by Unknown User

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Coffee…. that’s all I can think about as I raise my head off my pillow. Was it really worth staying up till 2 am to binge-watch Penny Dreadful? Probably not… Harley enjoyed it anyway. C’mon, boy...let’s go out for a morning pee. You’re my best friend, too…thanks for the kisses. C’mon, before one of us has an accident.The familiar creak of the back door is a little louder today because of the rain. Note to self: buy WD-40. C’mon Harley…don’t be a wimp…it takes like two seconds to pee and I didn’t make you use the doggy door…I’ve been extremel...

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“Jake and Max the Cat” by Stephanie Dennis

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It was the middle of April 2020. Not the best time of year for Citizens of Australia nor the rest of the world. A pandemic has hit us leaving countries in panic and Lockdown, unable to travel domestically neither internationally, even cities have shut down looking like ghost towns, most days.In one Australian city such as perth lives a young and handsome looking man named Jake and his only companion most days is his adorable cat named Max.Due to the lockdown situation, Jake had had to work from home, but when he gets a little too comfortable...

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“Lunacy” by Davy Claessens

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“Hi everybody, Iris here, thanks for joining this late-night Zoom session. I understand it’s not easy after a long day of working in isolation but I hope that touching base keeps us on our toes.Let’s go over what everybody’s been doing and then we can see if there’s any gaps we need to cover. Marco, let’s start with you.” “Marco actually isn’t online yet. Guess he’s still busy with something, he’s not usually late.”“He’ll have a good reason, I’m sure. OK, let’s start with you instead, Aisha.” “Yeah, I’ve been removing pearl featherworth from...

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“ Dog-gone Wild” by SAMANTHA SEE

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A dog is considered “man’s best friend.” Dogs can be handfuls, but they are the most loving animals and become a part of our families. It is truly amazing watching a sweet little puppy grow into a confident, loving dog. Dogs have a way of comforting us and showing us the meaning of what life is really about. Dogs teach us to be present in the moment and make everyday count. No matter how much of a handful a dog can be, they are always there to make our lives more joyful. &nbsp...

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“The Finger in the Backyard” by Gabriella Stewart

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9:02 a.m. I sit down to start working on a book cover an author wants when I realize that I forgot my coffee. Crap. 9:15 a.m. Coffee’s done. I sit down. Freddy, my little corgie, starts whining. I vault up. Last time I ignored him he left a puddle the size of Lake Erie in front of the door. 9:24 a.m. Dog peed in front of the door. Banished the dog to the backyard. Maybe he’ll start digging again? It’s a minefield out there, but it’s better than pee inside. Maybe I’ll fill in the holes one day. Maybe when my landlord complains?...

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“This Infernal Pest (told from the pets pov)” by Holli Walsh

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The two cats sat on the fence looking down into the neighbor's yard at the new labrador puppy that was now next doors barking as usual. The calico cat looked over at his friend and sighed “Now I have to guard this fence as well as avoid the humans” the black cat beside him looked confused “what do you mean I thought they just slept all day now?” they were clearly surprised by this new information. The calico shook his head “they were but then suddenly they woke up early and went to bed early and still are. They walk around the house cleaning...

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“Petunia” by Barbara McLay

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I did not think I would be bothered by a quarantine. I'm used to being alone. I'm a divorced male, a retired civil engineer, and I live alone in a cabin on fifty wooded acres. I write a humorous column for our local weekly paper, more to keep my mind occupied than for the paycheck. I like to read and do crossword puzzles on line. I chat with family and friends on email, and there's always something on Netflix or the television. I never felt isolated.Last year there was a deadly virus killing old farts like me. Well, it killed others, too, or...

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“Never Gonna finish This Comic” by Jessica Smith

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All Sammy could think about was how he should draw the hands round or square and the hair should it be curly or straight. He had always been indecisive since he was born according to his dad and impatient too. Not wanting to spend all night drawing hands and the hair he chooses round hands and curly hair. But of course as soon as he finishes choosing his options and starts his so-called drawing process where he has one sip of his iced tea , puts on his blue eagles hoodie and puts on music. As soon as the music starts he hears barking ...

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“Mr. Fluffyboots” by LeighAnne Ferreol

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Mr. Fluffyboots let out a long hiss as I nudged him off the table. He leaped to the floor and trotted off with his tail in the air indignantly. I sighed. Switching to working from home wasn’t easy, I knew Mr. Fluffyboots must have been confused. Usually, when I was home I would give him all my attention, but now? As much as I wished I could spend time with him I couldn’t have him disturbing my specimens. My work was very delicate. Luckily I had collected the necessary specimens before this crisis started, but I still had to examine the...

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“Pandemonium” by Rachel Kaufmann

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When I was informed that I would have to work from home for the forseeble future I was a trifle uncertain as to whether I should let out a whoop of pure glee and do three handsprings ,or tear my hair and fall into a black depression. Never having been cast as a " Worker From Home" before I felt a bit at sea as to how best to play the part. However, upon giving the role a bit of thought I concluded that being naturally of a more buoyant ,humorous turn of mind, I would try out the whoop of glee approach first since it would undoubtedly be easi...

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“Backyard Woes” by Kayla Saddington

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Harry nudges Sarah’s legs as she types and bends down to pat him for the hundredth time today. Furiously replying to an email, she leans in towards her laptop and starts the second paragraph. Harry sits down and looks up expectantly at her. ‘Not now Harry, I’m busy.’ He starts to sook. ‘Where’s Lulu?’ He jumps up and puts his front paws on her lap, still looking at her intently. ‘Harry, I can’t. Go find Lulu.’ She puts his front legs back down on the floor and points out into the hallway, motioning to Lulu, mostly asleep. ‘Off you go.’ Harry...

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“Home” by Monika Chiplunkar

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Everyone who knows me, would tell you one thing , I scratch out the eyes of all those who refuse to accept that I have the world’s greatest pet. I still remember the first day I saw Johnny. It was quite cliche- we met at the local pet store. I was forced there along with my friends who were really excited to get a new pet. I was what they call, a lone wolf, and so I naturally wanted to be left alone. The thought of having a company, forced upon me 24/7, gave me the shudders. I simply stood in the clean pet store, surrounded by barking dogs (...

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“The 9 Cats of Distraction” by Robert Dion

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Finally, the evening has arrived, the hot, muggy day is behind me. That is the life of this American here in the Philippines. I have not yet moved to the seaside where the air is fresh and the breeze is very cooling. I am stuck in General Santos City, a Fish Port whose main products are tuna and quarrying. I get the end product called dust. There is a dusty road out in front of our small home where I can find seashells. I joke to my friends back home that I live on what once was a beach eon ago. Yeah, it is extremely hot and dusty here. But ...

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“Wonderfully Free” by Emma Teng

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The last rays of sunlight slanted through the crack in the curtains, illuminating the living room with a soft gold and highlighting the dust particles floating in the air. Daniel was sitting on his couch, staring into space, the journal open in his lap and pen in his hand forgotten. His other hand gently stroked Sammy’s brown and white belly while the small dog curled up against him. Unlike many of his neighbors and people all over the internet, Daniel knew that today was exactly the 28th day of quarantine. He also knew that it was...

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“Shamrock's Quarantine ” by Michael Brown

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It’s currently the day I don’t know what, of quarantine and concentrating has been a little hard. Working from home isn’t as easy as everyone thinks it is you know. My uncle is a pretty established lawyer and he says he does a lot of work from home. I honestly don’t know how he stays disciplined. For every 15 minutes of homework I do, there's at least 30 minutes of fumbling around with my phone, sharpening my pencil, flipping through the tv, and on and on and on. I know what you're thinking but I am a hard worker, just maybe not with school ...

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Write a story about someone who is working from home and constantly getting distracted by their pet.

Submissions are closed

✍️ 98 stories

“Blush” by Unknown User

“Jake and Max the Cat” by Stephanie Dennis

“Lunacy” by Davy Claessens

“ Dog-gone Wild” by SAMANTHA SEE

“The Finger in the Backyard” by Gabriella Stewart

“This Infernal Pest (told from the pets pov)” by Holli Walsh

“Petunia” by Barbara McLay

“Never Gonna finish This Comic” by Jessica Smith

“Mr. Fluffyboots” by LeighAnne Ferreol

“Pandemonium” by Rachel Kaufmann

“Backyard Woes” by Kayla Saddington

“Home” by Monika Chiplunkar

“The 9 Cats of Distraction” by Robert Dion

“Wonderfully Free” by Emma Teng

“Shamrock's Quarantine ” by Michael Brown

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