January 16, 2023, prompt: Write a story about a lady shadow in 99 words (no more, no less). Who is this person, and why do they lurk in the shadows. What is the tone and setting for your story? Go where the prompt leads! Click here for details.
Shadow Talk – by Hugh W. Roberts
I followed the lady’s shadow on her journey. She took me around the house and waited for me when I fell behind.
If rooms were dark, I’d flick on the light to see her. She talked to me on our journey and reassured me that everything would be okay.
When I heard the key in the front door, she had to leave, but another shadow took her place.
As I quickly took off my mother’s dress, pearl necklace and high-heeled shoes, my father’s voice called out.
“Are you ready, William? Time for you to hit the under-elevens football pitch.”
Written for the 99-word flash fiction challenge hosted by Charli Mills at the Carrot Ranch.
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Hugh, this was fabulous! Bravo to the shadow woman! 💜
Thanks, Colleen.
I was wondering why people take a photo of their own shadow
Now we know because they can talk to you and answer any questions.
So sweet. Enjoyed all 99 words. 😊
That’s great to hear. Thank you.
Bravo!
Thank you.
A very poignant ending, no less than I have come to expect from you Hugh 💜💜
That’s so kind. Thanks so much, Willow.
Always a pleasure Hugh
Very well done on 99 words and rather poignant
Thanks, Geoff.
Aww, a sweet story and true for many. I know…
Thanks, Terri.
Wow- that was close!
Very. Have to be careful not to get caught.
Hugh, I like this one!
Thanks, Robert.
Brilliant Hugh. Those shadows have real power
They do, Brenda. Much more than we know.
Oh, Hugh, I loved this. x
Thanks, Judith.
Well done, Hugh!
Thanks, Dan.