This week at the Carrot Ranch, Charlie Mills challenged writers to In 99 words (no more, no less), write a story about disappearance. It can be an event, act, or subtle theme. Who or what disappears? Does it fade or explode? Can it be explained or experienced? Go where the prompt leads!
My story includes the same characters that appeared in my previous story Change is Coming. I hope you enjoy it.
The Disappearing Trick
Jamie tore open his gifts—a book from Pauline, a soccer ball from Mum and, from Grandma and Grandpa, a magic set.
“Look, Rabbit,” said Jamie. “I can make things disappear.”
Everyone smiled.
Jamie prepared his performance.
“For my first trick, I will make Rabbit disappear. Everyone, close your eyes. Abba. Dabba. Caboo! Open your eyes. Look. Rabbit disappeared.”
The family clapped.
“Where’s Rabbit?” asked Pauline.
“For my next trick, I will pull Rabbit out of the hat. Abba. Dabba. Caboo!”
Everyone cheered.
“I wish it was that easy to disappear,” Mum whispered.
“We’ll help,” said Grandma and Grandpa.
Thank you for reading. I appreciate your feedback. Please share your thoughts.
Note: The collection of stories made in response to the previous prompt Ready for a Change can be read at the Carrot Ranch here.
Norah Colvin 
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Aw, so cute. But then they grow up and we wish they were small again!
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That’s so true, Gloria. They grow up far too fast.
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Norah, I can remember the allure of disappearing into a hat or other secluded space as a mother of three youngsters born within four years. How quickly though, they disappear on their own.
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That’s so true, Charli. Too soon.
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This is very cute story. It is very hard for mothers to disappear even to the bathroom for a few minutes.
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It is indeed. I remember it well.
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Well told with varying inuendos of different member’s perspectives on ‘disappearing’. ❤
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Thank you so much, Debbie. It’s lovely to have you back in the blogosphere again.
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Thanks so much Norah. It is good to be back. ❤
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Fun twist at the end, Norah.
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Thanks, Jacqui.
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Smart follow-up to the previous flash. It takes skill to show the reader both the child’s and adult’s perspectives in so few words. And it’s all the more poignant thinking how the mother and grandparents are trying to protect the boy and celebrate his birthday when they must be feeling so anxious themselves.
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Thank you for your lovely comment, Anne. You always ‘get’ the gist of my stories. I appreciate that.
Sorry I haven’t been over your way recently. I’ve had lots of distractions and internet problems to boot. Hopefully, will get there soon.
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Good one Buddy. Looks like another serial is emerging. I’m glad this family has Granma and Granpa. It doesn’t seem fair that she and the kids (and Rabbit) are on the run.
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It’s not fair. Sadly, life isn’t for many. I’ll see if any other events for the series arise. I’m not committed yet.
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No pressure. Have a good week Norah.
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Thanks, D. You too!
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As a fellow teacher, it is lovely to see you writing and enjoying writing here. It is so important that we continue to write for enjoyment. Thanks for sharing.
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Thank you for your lovely comment.
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