IF only I had listened, Ravin' Ink Group' Prompt

for 12/14/2024

The email arrived. Was far too busy to open it.  

Signed, Bemused.

The wire arrived. Was far away from home. 

Resigned, Useless.

Arrived home three days later than planned

Had assigned chore - elsewhere.   

I don't usually swear but - did, very loudly at

end of garden, fairy far.

Right hand up.  Left hand up.  Both hands up.

Ever the fool. *If only I had listened*

Forgot the moat was being dug whilst absent.

Home. Pitch dark. Stepped onto the drawbridge.

Found a roundabout had been dug whilst away.

Put my foot in it. Flightless. Hospitalised.

So,  this story is briefer than intended - in

fact it's been abridged. Too far? 

Signed, Oddly D. Moted. 

Reviews

[Patricia Wedel]

dearest Em.. I trust this is a Legend about a Modern Day Moat (which is a Cool and Wise Choice..) even in this Age and Day. Your Talent is our Pleasure. gently, Pat

[LisaCarol]

As usual, your story is very skillfully told. The ending made me laugh despite the dreadful fall. Excellent writing and a wonderful submission for the prompt.