This week at the Carrot Ranch, Charli Mills challenged writers to In 99 words (no more, no less), write a story that features stilettos. Who will wear them and why? Go where the prompt leads!
Here is my response. I hope you enjoy it.
The Princess wore Stilettos
The princess clattered around in stilettos and beads, giving orders and making demands. Servants attempted to fulfill her requirements, but nothing was ever quite right.
“Do this.”
“Don’t do that.”
“No!”
“Now!”
“Not now!”
Should they dare bring her juice in the wrong cup, she’d bat it away, “Not that cup. My special cup.”
They would quickly consult, but no one knew what was deemed special for this occasion.
As she grew more unbearable and uncompromising, the suggestion that she retire to her chambers triggered more hostility.
When she finally surrendered to sleep, crumpled on the floor, peace reigned.
Thank you for reading. I appreciate your feedback. Please share your thoughts.
Norah Colvin 
Aw poor little princess! I’ve known a few of those in my time. 😂
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Thanks, Gloria. I thought many may recognise her. 🙂
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Fab story. I’m still laughing.
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Thanks, Anne. I’m pleased. 🙂
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A cute story, Norah. It reminds me of my 2 year old niece yesterday. She was bossing all the big boys around. They gather around her in a circle and her wish is their command. So cute!
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I’m pleased you enjoyed the story, Robbie, and that some elements of it rang true. 🙂
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When a princess becomes demanding, usually a nap in her chambers sets things right. Clever tale.
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Usually. I hope so. 🙂
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Well
Done and the way you led
To the last sentence was cool
surrendered
crumpled
peace
Those three words so well together
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Thank you, Yvette. 🙂
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Oh, how I disliked that kind of princess – no matter the age! I hope she grows up to learn to say thank you and please and I’m SORRY!! 🙂
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I hope so too, Pam.
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So lovely story. I loved it💙
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Thank you, Olivia.
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This made me smile, Norah. Oh, the princesses of the world…
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Lovely story Norah and certainly an element of truth in it. Peace reigns when the little ones finally nod off to dreamland.
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Norah, a fun story and I feel for those ‘servants’ — hopefully, they got a well-earned rest before the new day commences!😀
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Aren’t you glad that young children sleep a lot, Norah? Maybe not at nighttime, but at least we can take naps during the daytime when they do sleep — a lovely little story.
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Great little story Norah. What happens when she wakes? LOL 🙂 Happy holidays! ❤
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Thanks, Debby. I guess they’ll find out soon enough. 🙂
Happy holidays to you too. 🙂
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🙂 🙂
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Sleep brought peace. Sigh.
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It often does.
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LOVE IT! 💕
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Thank you, Bette. 🙂
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Based on anyone you know Norah? I mean I had to ask … 🙂 This story is full of tension, well executed –
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My children were never like that, Susan! 😂 But I did see others that behaved in similar ways. However, I may have exaggerated just a little. 🙂
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her sleeping must be the servants’ favorite time of the day… 🙂
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I think so!
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🙂
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love this !
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Thanks, Beth.
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Brilliant!
Will she still be a princess when she wakes up?
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Probably, if she doesn’t receive better advice. 🙂
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Might be time to find a new boss.😉
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Or train her better! 🙂
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lol I’ve met a few little princesses like that 🙂
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I thought she’d be recognisable to many. 🙂
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