Photo by: Madison Woods
Bargaining Position
Cory stalked in the moonlight behind his mom’s house, looking furtively for Gina. He planned to marry her someday. Unfortunately, convincing his mom, Janet, that Gina was nothing like her sleezy sister had proven challenging…so far.
In the moonlight, he saw a vision in white. Cory grinned in surprise at Gina’s sheer nightdress. He ran toward her until he could see clearly and then…
“Aaahhh!”
“Ohmigod!”
“Geez! Mom!” protested Cory.
Janet covered herself sheepishly. “Cory! What’re you doing here?”
“What about you?”
“Buttercup!” Gary the mailman ran toward Janet wearing only green tights, a leather vest…and fairy wings.
“So, Mom,” chuckled Cory. “Can we talk about Gina again, now?”
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Written for the Friday Fictioneers. Each week, Rochelle Wisoff-Fields posts a Fictioneer-supplied photo as a prompt for flash fiction. This is my story based on the photo above. See what other stories were written about the same pic right here: https://rochellewisofffields.wordpress.com/2015/08/05/7-august-2015/
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Some things can not be unseen! Thanks for that visual.
Tracey
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Hehe. I think Cory may need counseling later on in life. Thanks much! 🙂
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Just “aaahhh” – that’s all ? I heard most sons would be traumatized if they caught their mother in this fashion.
Funny story 🙂
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Cory had his priorities. Getting his mom to be okay with Gina was #1. After that’s settled, I think he’ll be seeking out psychiatric counseling. 😉 Glad you had fun. Thanks kindly! 🙂
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Excellent.
Is it set in Glasgow?
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Thank you! It could be anywhere. Pick your country. Cheers! 🙂
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Hilarious! Catching his mom doing this is hilarious. I agree – he might need counseling. LOL! Yes, very good time to talk about Gina. Haha!
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Right? I mean, she’s in no position to criticize anymore. Of course, he’ll never see his mom, or the mailman, the same way again. It might be time to move out and get an apartment. Perhaps call 311 for some free psychological help. 😉 Glad you got a laugh. Thanks so much! 🙂
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Haha! Yes, he will never look at them the same again. I agree, it is probably time for him to move out on his own then her opinion doesn’t really matter. LOL!
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Hypocrisy is a terrible affliction.
Good piece.
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It most certainly is. Thanks most kindly. 🙂
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Oh dear…poor Cory. It’s a wonder he didn’t go blind on the spot. Something tells me he won’t have a problem regarding Gina again. All he’ll have to say to his mother is, “So Mum, how is twinkle toes doing?” 🙂
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Haha! Yep, the mere mention of “Twinkle Toes” will get her quiet straightaway! It’s good that he’ll have no more trouble regarding Gina. Unfortunately it came at great cost. About $200 per 30 minute session. 😉 Thanks Lyn! 🙂
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😀
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Ha, ha,you’ve made me laugh, well done.
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Most cool. Laughter was the whole idea. Good to hear it worked. Thanks much, Sally! 🙂
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we always have different standards for ourselves
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It’s very true. Often, that works well for us, but it can sneak around and bite us in the butt most unexpectedly.
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Some people have the oddest preferences… very funny story. Cory sounds like a down-to-earth guy who knows what counts.
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He is. His head is screwed on straight. The same cannot be said about his mom. But despite her “quirks” she’s largely harmless.
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Burned retinas I’m sure. 😉 Great twist!
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Oh yes. It’ll take awhile to shake off that memory. Thanks so much! 🙂
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Hahaha! There’s no telling what will happen during a full moon. Well, you told what could happen, now didn’t you? 🙂
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Yep. They don’t call them luna-tics for nothing. And this is just one of the frightening things that can happen during a full moon. Glad you laughed. Thanks much! 🙂
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I sure did. I never felt particularly odd during a full moon, but, then again, I am a moon child, so I don’t count. (I’m probably odd all the time)! 🙂
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I hope there is no husband in the picture (or currently out of it) 🙂 Hilarious take on the prompt.
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Nope, Janet is a widower from a long time ago. So she had been free to pursue romance for years. Cory just never expected to witness the “how” of her doing that. 😉 Thanks so much! 🙂
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Dear Eric,
I think Mom has some ‘splainin’ to do. 😉 Funny story.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Hehe. Oh yes, she definitely does. Glad you enjoyed this. Thanks much, Rochelle! 🙂
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There’s still a spark in old Janet, it seems. Poor Rory. Funny story.
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Yep. She still has her groove. 😉 Too bad Cory had to see it. Thanks much much, Margaret. 🙂
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Wow, just…wow. Very entertaining indeed, though I am not quite sure Cory would think the same.
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Thank you! Yeah, Cory will probably have nightmares after that. 🙂
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Yes – you did succeed in helping us enjoy the lighter and humorous side of us ‘humans’.
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That’s all that I hope for. Thanks so much! 🙂
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Aww! Poor boy. As it is she broke his quest and in such a manner! 🙂
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No kidding! Perhaps new, advanced drugs can wipe that stain away from his mind. 😉
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That boy is scarred for life! Great story!
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You bet he is. Poor kid. Thanks kindly! 🙂
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