Two Old Birds

Watching a pair of mourning doves, “He’s an odd one, Mr. Marley, those feathers so dirty and beaten. I suppose even his wife is repulsed at times, but she stays. I guess that’s the way of birds.”

The two elderly bird watchers continued down the path, once in a while nudging each other to raise their binoculars. Time weighed heavily on the two gentlemen, but enjoying a trip outdoors was always a treat. Neither man liked sitting at home conversing with their wives and a walk in the meadow was a relief.

Spotting the raven picking at carrion on the path was not such a beautiful sight, but Mr. Marley seconded his companion’s thoughts, “that’s the way of birds”.

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Vote

I can’t be emphatic enough, when I ask you to vote. Vote whether you agree with me or not, but please do not take your right to vote for granted. People have died for your rights, and still are to this day. It’s more than a right, it’s an obligation.

Don’t let the stupidity and ignorance of others’ actions going on now, including our government leader, drain you to the point of apathy.

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Emphatic – Word of the Day Challenge

Cyranny’s #1MinFiction

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But I can’t ride one of those!

Sure you can, just hop on so we can get outta here!

I think it’s buckled to the post.

Here, use these! (Harry retrieved a pair of bolt cutters from his bag. He had already used them on the store door chain. Sirens heard in the distance.)

(Jesse cut off the bike lock and Harry jumped on the back of the scooter. Harry motioned for him to get in front of him.)

So I’m supposed to drive?

(Sirens heard getting closer.)

Yes, you idiot!

(Sirens closed in.)

Never mind, just get down on the ground and hope they’re real cops.

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September 2nd #1MinFiction Challenge