Tuesday Tales 2023-6-6 Soft

It’s time for summer fun and for Tuesday Tales, June 6, 2023, where we use word and picture prompts in the stories we’re writing. I am working on a cozy mystery. This week’s word prompt is soft. Events occur prior to Peri’s relocation to her former childhood home in Glisten, Georgia. When you finish reading my snippet, make sure to visit all the talented authors of Tuesday Tales.

“Maybe, maybe not. You and I had some eerie experiences when you lived in the hotel. I’ll never forget those!”

“Well, don’t forget the parental diagnosis at the time—imaginary friends.”

“Bah! Anyway, regardless of any hurdles, I’m so glad you decided to take Jack up on his offer.”

In my mind I could see her dark brown eyes shining at me. “Jump first, think later,” I told her.

Her tone softened. “I know coming back is not easy for you. I think about Johnny, too.” She paused. “But I’m excited for you!” She was bubbly again. “And for me, having my best friend come home—at least for a while. I can’t wait until you get here.”

“I can always count on you for the positives. According to what Jack said, I’ll have my work cut out for me helping him with this project. I should learn a lot about renovation.”

“Are you still heading up today?”

“Yes, I wish I could have come when he first called, but one of the tour companies wouldn’t let me out of my contract. I’m leading a last-minute tour today as a courtesy fill-in. I’ll be finished in a couple of hours. I’ll be ready to leave shortly after, so I’ll see you tonight. Jack and Dovie cleared out a room for me in the hotel. I was surprised they are staying there, too, along with some cousin of Jack’s I haven’t met. Have you seen them much?”

“I’ve seen them all a few times since they’ve been here. ”Her tone soured slightly. “The cousin would be Luella. She’s a piece of work.”

“Hmm, we’ll have a long gossip fest, and I look forward to more of that story.”

“Can’t wait to see you. I’m on my way to Dahlonega. Believe it or not, Bill sent me to cover a story about a winery with a hotshot vintner. I have to take the photos, too, which is the pits, but I’ll meet up with you afterward.”

“Have fun at the winery.”

She said she would, and my phone buzzed with another call. “The bus driver is checking in. See you tonight, Robin.” I pushed the button to take the call. The driver relayed her location and indicated she was on her way to pick us up.

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Cheers & Happy Reading!

Flossie Benton Rogers, Conjuring the Magic with Spirited Stories

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