PHOTO PROMPT © Valerie J. Barrett
“Put the kettle on Polly.”
“My name’s not Polly.”
“I know I was just referencing…what’s up?”
“I don’t know, so much to do…the ironing…”
“Don’t worry, it’s not pressing. See what I did there?”
“For heaven’s sake!.. Sorry, I know you’re trying…”
“But you’re not prepared to.”
“Can’t you see? If it takes this much effort it’s not right.”
“There’s someone else. Isn’t there.”
“Sort of.”
“What’s that mean?”
“I’ve only seen him twice.”
“Only twice but that’s enough to make him the better option?”
“Where are you going?”
“To pack my things…and I’m taking the iron, it’s mine.”
Written for Friday Fictioneers – a 100 words story based on a photo prompt. Hosted by Rochelle. Read the other entries here.
Michael Wynn 
Humour in a sad situation. It’s come to something if they;re going to argue over who gets the iron! Nice touch Michael.
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Thanks Iain, I was just trying to illustrate how petty it all becomes
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Great banter, until the reality kicks in. I enjoyed reading this.
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Thanks Michael
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I think he knew where the conversation was headed and used humor to make it easier. Well done!
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I think he was desperately trying to salvage the relationship but fighting a losing battle
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The relationship is over long before the ownership of the iron is transferred. In fact long before the dialogue started. Snappy.
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Thanks Sandra
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Ouch, when a relationship just sort of peters out – been there!
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Thanks for reading Draliman, sort of pleased you recognised the situation, sorry you had to go through it
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Dear Michael,
I guess Polly wanted to put someone else’s kettle on. 😉 Tight dialogue paces this piece right to the bitter end.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Thanks Rochelle
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I’m with her. People who point out their own humour aren’t to be tolerated
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He’s desperate, poor bloke 🙂
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Yup, like Neil I think the ‘see what I did there’ disqualified him for good. I love the wordplay in this, lovely writing.
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Thanks, he’s struggling, I have some sympathy for him
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Even a cup of tea won’t solve this one! Nice one
Rosey invited me to lunch!
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Thanks Keith
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Better cut out now. It’s true, when too much effort is required on one or the other’s part, it’s just not meant to be!
Loved the way you did this.
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Thanks Dale, yes he’s fighting a lost cause
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I could picture this scene…well done.
~Donna
https://authorshutterbug.wordpress.com/
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Thanks you
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That started long before this little conversation and now it’s over. He’s lost Polly and the iron both. A good story and dialogue, Michael. 🙂 — Suzanne
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Thanks Suzanne, yes I think it’s too late for trying even
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Good she decided to leave. That too with the iron. Next time he goes to meet her, his clothes will not be ironed. Some revenge!
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Thanks for reading
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Hmmm. Probably best they split up at this point. Sounds like neither is really committed.
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She has definitely had enough and now he’s trying too hard. Thanks for your comment Linda
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Unpleasant memories triggered with your story. So painful all the way around.
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Thanks, sorry it triggered unpleasant memories but so many relationships seem to end this way
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How could she be attracted to someone who may not be as punny?
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Yes, he’s blown it with her, I think. Thanks for commenting
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Maybe she needs someone who can say anything serious…
irony is worse than ironing
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Yes, Bjorn, she’s definitely looking for different and better. Thanks
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Really made me think.
Enjoyable story.
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Thanks Dawn
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Petty squabbling hides the deep cracks just below the surface. Sad and well done in just dialogue
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Thanks Lynn, glad you enjoyed it
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