This week at the Carrot Ranch, Charli Mills challenged writers to In 99 words (no more, no less), write a story about extraction. What is being extracted and from where? Is it an idea? How does genre change the perspective (sci-fi versus romance)? Go where the prompt leads!
This is my response. I hope you enjoy it.
Conversation Extraction
Marcia’s eyes met Henry’s across the room. He looked as unenthralled and uncomfortable as she was. He raised an eyebrow. Her mouth twitched, part smile. She extracted herself from the conversation. He did the same. They met by the kitchen door.
“Haven’t seen you at one of these shindigs before,” he said.
“First time.”
“Enjoying it?”
“Better now. That conversation was more boring than a tooth extraction.”
“What were they discussing?”
“Teeth extractions. They’re all dentists.”
“What about you?”
“Teacher. You?”
“Dentist.”
“Oh.” She reddened, then smiled. “You should join that conversation.”
“You should join mine. They’re all teachers.”
Thank you for reading. I appreciate your feedback. Please share your thoughts.
Note: The collection of stories made in response to the previous prompt Up and Away, including mine, can be read at the Carrot Ranch here.
Norah Colvin 
LOL! Birds of a feather, except for these two. I’m curious to know what might happen to them next.
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Thanks, Michael. Somehow, I think they may have flown the coop together. 😂
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And somewhere between the two worlds, a place was created judt for them. ❤
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Definitely!
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Lol, so funny Norah. Foot caught in mouth! 🙂 x
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Perfectly said, Debby. Yes! 😂
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Oh, so funny, Norah. I am sure people feel like this about accountant’s too. I have research casual conversation when I go out as a ‘wife’.
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Casual conversation can be so difficult until you find that common ground, can’t it?
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It is harder for me now. I have no talking points outside of work, reading ‘weird’ books and writing.
We used to talk about our children when they were small.
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I’ve always found ‘small talk’ difficult. It can take a while to find common ground.
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Awww, teachers and dentists, in one room? 😉 Beautiful written, Norah! xx Michael
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Thank you so much for your encouraging words, Michael. 💖
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Fun punch line, love it.
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Thank you, Anne. 🙂
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I immediately thought teeth! Great short story Norah ….
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Thank you, Susan. 🙂
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A great short story!
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Thank you, Darlene.
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There’s much truth in your little story. What we do in our jobs and the challenges we face and overcome are so much a part of who we are and what we talk about.
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I’m pleased it rang true, Kate. It certainly is in my experience. 🙂
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I loved this! Isn’t it true? the topics that enthrall we mothers when we have newborns–no one else would want to be around. Great story, Norah.
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That’s it exactly, Jacqui. 🙂
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Loved this!
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Thank you, Jennie. 🙂
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You are welcome, Norah.
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🙂
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Loved it 🥰
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Thank you. 🙂
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