I rather like this one. Wrote it in 30 minutes. I think that’s a new record for me. It was either that or miss the challenge altogether. Glad I opted for speed.
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Jeremy stomped off in disgust. Yes, we were going to have THAT same old argument again.
“I don’t understand why you have to work tonight of all nights!” he signed rapidly with his fingers.
I rubbed the heels of my hands against my eyes, no doubt smearing my makeup. I’d have to fix it…again. “It’s my job, Jeremy. It’s what I do for a living. It’s what I’ve always done for a living.” I pushed past him to re-enter the bathroom. My back to him, so he’d not be able to read my lips, I added, “Shut up, shut up, shut up!” Continue reading
