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I have another drabble for you today. For those of you who don't know, a drabble is a story told in exactly 1oo words.
Today's word: PRATTLE
Prattle is defined as talking at length in a foolish or inconsequential way. My friends and I prattle a lot, so I'm familiar with this word.
Enjoy! Or don't, I suppose. It's up to you!
Prattle
“The apocalypse is supposed to happen next week,” Aaron says
cheerfully as he skips another rock across the pond.
Laney laughs. “Wasn’t
it also supposed to happen a couple of years ago?”
Aaron nods. “Yup. If people keep saying it, someone is bound to
be right eventually.”
“That’s true.” She
takes her shoes off one at a time and dips her toes into the cool water.
“How do you think the apocalypse will happen?” he continues
with a grin. “Will it be zombies? Aliens?
Earthquakes?”
“Hmmm.” Laney taps her
chin. “Chocolate shortage.”
They continue to prattle until sunset, perfectly content.
This is the weekend before the last full week of A to Z. You’re amazing for staying with us this long. Thanks for your commitment. You’re almost there. This event only happens once a year, so rest up and get ready for the home stretch!
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A to Z Cohost
P is for Paranormal Vs. Supernatural
Chocolate shortage is indeed the end of the world! :) I love the word prattle.
ReplyDeleteI agree. If the chocolate stops things will get ugly! And fast! Great word and a fun story.
ReplyDeleteI know some people who would think that is the end of the world.
ReplyDeleteI love the word and the story. All the best for rest of your letters...
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A chocolate shortage would be the end for me!
ReplyDeleteA chocolate shortage sounds utterly horrifying!
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