Mister Fix-It
Write a complete story using one hundred words (or less, but my personal challenge is 100 exactly). This week I wrote a poem that tells a story. The sad, sad story of Ted, The Fix-it-Man
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| PHOTO PROMPT© Ted Strutz |
100 words
She warned Ted to leave it,
to call a mechanic.
But show him repairs,
he’s a fit-it manic.
The problem with Ted,
he’s not too adept.
Something poor Ted
just cannot accept.
“Just let me fiddle
and take off this part.
I could do it with eyes shut.
I know it by heart.”
Five hours later
ol’ Ted’s in the house,
his hat in his hand,
to face his mad spouse.
Has Ted learned his lesson,
and turned a new leaf?
The next time this happens,
will he spare her the grief?
With the size of Ted’s ego?
Not likely!
©2021 Lisa Smith Nelson. All Rights Reserved
That was a fun one... There are so many "Teds" in this world...
ReplyDeleteI think the man has a jones. Or he's just an idiot.
ReplyDeleteIt was worth a try Ted, I'd have probably done the same!
ReplyDeleteI always appreciate a poetic story. Love it!
ReplyDeleteThat was fun! Poetry was a nice way of putting across your story.
ReplyDeleteA clever and creative take on the prompt.
ReplyDeleteMy own personal "Ted" usually gets the job done very well :) Not aways quickly, but well.
ReplyDeleteFunny! I bet he won't either. Good one!
ReplyDeleteDear Lisa,
ReplyDeleteSuch is the nature of the beast. Poor Ted. And poor Mrs. Ted. Nicely done.
Shalom,
Rochelle
What a fun poem. Poor Ms Ted needs the patience of a saint though.
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