The first thing she did was put in mirrors to open up the space.
“See,” she told him, “Look at how much bigger the rooms look now!”
Instead of looking he kept his eyes fixed on the T.V screen.
“The place looked big enough before,” he said. “Don’t see why it needs mirrors in every room now.”
She shook her head and dropped her hands to her hips, hammer still clutched loosly in the right.
“It’s called interior design,” she huffed. “Most people pay for someone’s help with it,”
“Oh trust me,” he mutter, “I think I’m going to.”
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Carol J Forrester is a writer and a history geek. Her debut collection 'It's All In The Blood' came out November 2019.
She has a 2:1 BA degree in history from Bath Spa University, enjoys judo at least twice a week, and tries to attend poetry events around the Midlands when she can.
Her flash fiction story ‘Glorious Silence’ was named as River Ram Press’ short story of the month for August 2014 and her short story ‘A Visit From The Fortune Teller’ has been showcased on the literary site Ink Pantry. Her poems ‘Sunsets’ and ‘Clear Out‘ were featured on Eyes Plus Words, and two of her poems were included in the DVerse Poets Pub Publication ‘Chiaroscuro’ which is available for purchase on amazon.Her poem ‘Until The Light Gets In‘ was accepted and published at The Drabble and her poem ‘Newborn’ was published by Ink Sweat & Tears.
She has been lucky enough to write guest posts for sites such as Inky Tavern and Song of The Forlorn and has hosted a number of guest bloggers on her site Writing and Works.
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Dear Carol,
Smart man. He knows what he did. Made me laugh. Well done.
Shalom,
Rochelle
Thank you Rochelle, it seems humor has been taking over in my fiction as of late. That might be a good thing for now though. 😀
Geez, what a grump.
Somewhat I suppose, having to conceed to someone else’s idea of interior decor can be difficult though.
Especially if it is so opposite your own. Yes, I get that.
It’s good when you hit a lighter streak. Enjoyed the tone of this.
I’m glad. I think my mother also appreicates the lighter tone my writing has take recently, she claims that it makes her worry less.
Dear Carol,
he better watch what he says while she’s holding that hammer. Great story.
Aloha,
Doug
I don’t think mirror is their only problem. You portrayed their deeper problems so well.
One person’s fung shui is another’s epic mess. Excellent vignette.
Thank you very much, and how right you are.
I thought for sure it was going to be bang, bang, Maxwell’s (or Maxine’s) silver hammer coming down on his head. Glad it was only humorous!
janet
Well who knows what might happen afterwards.
LOL! That last line cracked me up! 😀
Great to know.
haha! A good one. I was expecting lot of action from hammer but a good end 🙂
Your words are light and fun. I have a feeling hubbie is going to pay for his flippant remarks.
Most likely, thanks for commenting
Funny, I think the hammer could go directly to his head.
Maybe. 🙂
I liked the light tone. I have been reading a lot of heavy-emotionally laden flash fiction pieces so this was a breath of fresh air. It felt like stepping up and looking through the glass to see a normal couple having a normal moment. No murder, zombies or angry fights. Very nice.
I love murder, zombies and angry fights as much as the next writer but you’re quite right, sometimes it’s nice to work with lighter words.
I got a feeling that there will be 7 years of bad luck soon.. mirrors and hammers are a dangerous combo.
They certainly are.
And well he should pay if he just sits there like a fat, grumpy toad. Nice scene!
Thank you, and fat, grumpy toad, what a great image.
funny. i got the drift. 🙂
I’m glad you did, ands thanks for the comment.
I thought the hammer would land on his head!! 🙂 Amusing!
You’re not the only one it seems. Thanks for reading.
Carol. I’m afraid that if she gets him really angry, the mirror may be the first thing to go. I was also concerned about that hammer. Humorous and well written. 🙂 —Susan
Thank you Susan. 😀
I was thinking the same as Doug. Don’t make her mad while she’s holding that hammer. 🙂 Doesn’t sound like he appreciates her.
“Don’t make her mad while she’s holding that hammer” should always be the number one rule in any relationship David. 😀 Thanks for commenting.
I was worried about that hammer, too! LOL He may REALLY pay.
Indeed. Thanks for the comment. 😀
He’s got it right! 🙂 And he should pay.
Lily
Maybe.
Dear Carol, With a hammer in her hand he is mighty brave. Very well told and I’ve been there before – once I decided at 1 AM I wanted to wallpaper our bathroom and had it done when Mike woke up. Great story!
Nan 🙂
Lol, brilliant! Sounds like a productive night and some impressive wallpapering speed.