Patti Abbott issued this challenge on February 6: “On Saturday night, we passed a young woman on the street who was talking to her male companion and said, “I really don’t mind the scars.” A good start-up line for a little challenge perhaps.” Though I don’t consider myself A Writer, I did have the following short-short jump into my head. Enjoy.
Give and Take
by Richard Robinson
“At least they got it before it burst,” she said as she loaded the small handgun, “and I don’t really mind the scars. I do wish I didn’t have to rob a bank to pay the bills.”
story (c) Richard Robinson, 2011.
The Broken Bullhorn 
Concision carries the day! Too true, as well.
It’s almost like a series of haiku. Far more evocative in 42 syllables than my sledgehammer approach in 1600 + words. Impressively and succinctly done.
Todd – thanks, and nicely put.
J.F. – Hadn’t thought of it as haiku, but it could be worked that way. Glad you like it. I haven’t read yours yet, but later today will do so.
Cool! The birth of a fictioneer. We’ll we looking for more from you, sir.
Good one, Richard!
I could read more if all were flash fictions!
Good un by the way.
This is the beginning of a beautiful writing career.
Thanks, everyone, I really appreciate the positive comments!
That was fun, Richard. Now I want to see your 800 word version!