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Avocado On Toast #flashfiction

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November 12 2020, prompt: In 99 words (no more, no less), write a story that includes avocado toast. How can this be a story or a prop to a story? Use your senses and imagination. Go where the prompt leads!

Avocado On Toast – by Hugh W. Roberts

I always met Carl at this restaurant. But this foggy Thursday evening was much different.

The waiter looked at me peculiarly when I ordered two portions of avocado on toast.

A sudden burst of cold air crossed the table as he placed two plates of green coloured toast in front of me.

I couldn’t thank him. I couldn’t move, yet my ears picked up the sound of Carl’s voice cutting through the foggy night.

“Good. You’re ready. I’ve been waiting for your signal. I told you I’d come to get you when you ordered avocado on toast for us.”

Written for the 99-word flash fiction challenge hosted by Charli Mills at the Carrot Ranch. Click here to join in.

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This post is dedicated to my father, Emrys Roberts, who sadly passed away on October 22nd 2020. Rest in peace, Dad.

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43 responses to “Avocado On Toast #flashfiction”

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    Avocado Toast « Carrot Ranch Literary Community

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  2. dgkaye avatar
    dgkaye

    A lovely tribute story to your father Hugh. I’m so sorry for your loss. I hope you are holding up okay? Hugs across the windy pond. xx <3

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    1. Hugh W. Roberts avatar
      Hugh W. Roberts

      Thank you. It’s been a month now, Debby. I’m pleased to say that I finally got back into my writing and blogging routine at the beginning of this week.

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      1. dgkaye avatar
        dgkaye

        I noticed your absence :) x

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  3. Will avatar
    Will

    Thank you for Avocado on Toast and your other stories, Hugh. Your blog was the first one I read when I joined WordPress a month ago. I am sorry to hear of your father’s passing, but glad to see you have an outlet. As others have said your Flash Fiction piece is more poignant in light of your Dad’s passing. I wish you well and hope that 2021 brings joy.

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    1. Hugh W. Roberts avatar
      Hugh W. Roberts

      Will, first of all, thank you for choosing my blog as the first one to read when you joined WordPress. I hope you’re enjoying your blogging journey?

      It was only because of blogging that I started writing short stories and pieces of flash fiction again. This one was the first I wrote after my father’s funeral. I think he would have liked it.

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  4. Liesbet @ Roaming About avatar
    Liesbet @ Roaming About

    Your piece gave me the chills, Hugh. Must have been that frosty air. Yet, being able to decide when your time has come is a gift in itself. I’m glad your dad would have liked your twisty stories, especially this one. Again, I offer you my deepest condolences and I hope the funeral brought some closure. Take care, my friend, and keep, living life to its fullest. xox

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    1. Hugh W. Roberts avatar
      Hugh W. Roberts

      This was the first piece of writing I did after my father’s funeral, Liesbet. I’m pleased to say that I’m already getting back into the writing and blogging worlds.
      Thank you so much for your condolences.

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  5. robbiesinspiration avatar
    robbiesinspiration

    I am so sorry to hear about your father, Hugh. Losing a parent is so tough, even when they are older and you expect it at some point, the actual event is still very hard. This is a clever piece, I enjoyed it.

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    1. Hugh W. Roberts avatar
      Hugh W. Roberts

      Thank you, Robbie. It’s been a tough few weeks, but it’s good to be back to the worlds of blogging and writing.

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  6. Annette Rochelle Aben avatar
    Annette Rochelle Aben

    Peace be with you <3

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    1. Hugh W. Roberts avatar
      Hugh W. Roberts

      Thank you, Annette.

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  7. Erika avatar
    Erika

    I was impressed by your story. But the giggles got stuck in my throat when I read about your dad. I am sorry, Hugh. Sending you big hugs!

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    1. Hugh W. Roberts avatar
      Hugh W. Roberts

      Thank you, Erika.

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  8. Jacquie Biggar avatar
    Jacquie Biggar

    I’m very sorry for your loss, Hugh. He looks like a great man.

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    1. Hugh W. Roberts avatar
      Hugh W. Roberts

      He was a man who made many people smile. Thank you, Jacquie.

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  9. Gloria avatar
    Gloria

    Aw that’s so lovely. I’m sure your dad was very proud of you. The longer we have our parents the harder it is to let them go. Condolences Hugh.

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    1. Hugh W. Roberts avatar
      Hugh W. Roberts

      Yes, I do hope he was proud of me and of what I have achieved in my life so far. Thank you for your condolences, Gloria.

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  10. Clive avatar
    Clive

    I’m very sorry to hear the news of your father, and send you and your family my condolences, Hugh.

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    1. Hugh W. Roberts avatar
      Hugh W. Roberts

      Thank you so much, Clive.

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  11. Cathy avatar
    Cathy

    Deepest sympathy on your father’s passing, Hugh 💟

    Another twisty tale to ponder 😉

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    1. Hugh W. Roberts avatar
      Hugh W. Roberts

      Thank you so much, Cathy. My father loved a twisty tale too. 😀

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  12. Terri Webster Schrandt avatar
    Terri Webster Schrandt

    First of all, I had to chuckle at your story, clever Hugh. Secondly, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your dear father. He is handsome in that photo! Having lost my mom in March, I know your emotions are all over the place and it’s OK to grieve for days, weeks, months. In fact, I am in San Diego this week and am visiting my mom’s memorial brick today for the first time. I’m taking her ashes with me back home. This will be a tough day. My deepest sympathies, dear Hugh and may your father rest in peace. ❤

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    1. Hugh W. Roberts avatar
      Hugh W. Roberts

      Terri, thank you so much for your kind words. It was a shock to us all at how quickly my father passed away. Tow days before he passed, he was planting spring bulbs in his garden. It’s certainly made us think that we should enjoy every moment. It’s a strange feeling, but now that both my parents have passed away, I feel a sense of enlightenment. It’s something I may write about.

      I hope your visit to San Diego to visit your mother’s memorial block goes well. I’m sure you’ll be experiencing a rollercoaster of emotions over this week.

      Take care.
      xx

      P.S – My father would have chuckled at my piece of avocado on toast fiction too. I believe I got much of my humour from him.

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      1. Terri Webster Schrandt avatar
        Terri Webster Schrandt

        Life is definitely short! As long as my mom lingered, it was still a shock when she passed. Now that we are older, Hugh, we need to embrace each day with gusto. Again, I’m sorry for your loss and he has left you a wonderful legacy.

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        1. Hugh W. Roberts avatar
          Hugh W. Roberts

          As I read on another blog recently, Terri,

          ‘Life is a gift and today is the present.’

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  13. Jordan Hoggard avatar
    Jordan Hoggard

    Excellent piece making for a wonderful dedication. My deepest condolences for your loss. Great and engaging smile he has there. Best to you and yours walking this bridge, and as you do, may your memories be with him as cherished blessings.

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    1. Hugh W. Roberts avatar
      Hugh W. Roberts

      Thank you, Jordan. He was a man who helped many dreams come true.

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      1. Jordan Hoggard avatar
        Jordan Hoggard

        You’re welcome, Hugh. That’s a wonderful testament. Thanks much for sharing that with me.

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  14. Darlene avatar
    Darlene

    So sorry to hear of the loss of your father. May he rest in peace. Sending virtual hugs. xo
    PS The story was good.

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    1. Hugh W. Roberts avatar
      Hugh W. Roberts

      Thank you so much, Darlene.

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  15. Lea avatar
    Lea

    Hi Hugh, I am so very sorry about the loss of your dad. Please accept my sincere condolences. He looks like he was a kind and friendly man. I wish I had the words to bring you comfort.

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    1. Hugh W. Roberts avatar
      Hugh W. Roberts

      Thank you for your condolences, Lea. He will be missed very much. I’m very thankful that he was here to see me make a dream come true of becoming a published author.

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      1. Lea avatar
        Lea

        I’m sure he was very proud of you, Hugh.

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