Charli’s Carrot Ranch Prompt this week:
May 14, 2020, prompt: In 99 words (no more, no less), write a story that answers the question, “What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you are in absolute danger?” Go where the prompt leads!
Life Crossing
I had only just pushed the wheels of the buggy onto the road, after checking to see all was clear, yet the roar of the engine was close. Either I had missed seeing this approaching car, or the driver wasn’t driving at the designated speed limit.
Knowing I wouldn’t be able to reach the other side, I grabbed the buggy handles and jerked it back, as fast as I could.
Heart beating as if it would break out of my ribcage, I checked inside.
Bless him, he was still asleep. But I knew our lives had flashed before me.
But I Smile Anyway... 
May 19, 2020 @ 07:28:22
Quick reflexes save the day, but what a terrifying scene you build! I also like that you use sound for the approaching danger.
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May 19, 2020 @ 09:01:39
That’s thanks to listening to Sachas talk about the five senses in writing last week!
Thank you!
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May 18, 2020 @ 12:25:37
So glad you and your child were safe. What a nightmare.
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May 18, 2020 @ 16:26:16
A total nightmare 😱
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May 17, 2020 @ 16:12:45
As we say, the wiser is giving in!
On the other hand, it’s about life, and here you’ve found a really nice metaphor for the current situation. Thank you for sharing,Sis!
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May 17, 2020 @ 16:20:47
Thanks, Bro 🥰
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May 17, 2020 @ 16:59:44
Always with a great pleasure, Sis!
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May 15, 2020 @ 22:02:45
Lucky escape. Have to be extra careful with kids
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May 15, 2020 @ 22:08:51
Truly do…
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May 15, 2020 @ 16:15:42
whew! quite the moment
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May 15, 2020 @ 16:16:20
Indeed, Sis 😳
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May 15, 2020 @ 15:33:37
Wow! You’re active…
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May 15, 2020 @ 15:34:32
No one can label me lazy… 😉
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May 15, 2020 @ 15:00:00
Terrifying moment! So glad that the worse didn’t happen.
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May 15, 2020 @ 15:25:54
One of my worst fears. I’d always put my child’s safety first xx
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May 15, 2020 @ 14:41:03
If you’re finding post-COVID days too nasty, can I recommend parodying it..?!
(https://flingingintothegaps.wordpress.com/)
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May 15, 2020 @ 15:24:48
Been there… Done that… Sang the songs and posted them too!
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