Shorty Johnson otherwise known as “SJ” strolled around the table, keeping his pace measured, outwardly exuding confidence. Those that knew him intently mulling over his last remarks. The words he chose, as if prophetically speaking, “It’s all over now” tumbling from his beard and mustache shrouded mouth. Deep inside down where a man has to look into his own mirrored face, lay the cesspool of doubt, itching for a chance to catch him minus his life-jacket in place in order to drown his hope. SJ was nearing the position of finality, where everything hung on correctness. Clear mindedness. Smooth talkingness. Even his brain, was invisible now! Even time wanted to know, what was going to be the outcome. He glanced over the table, one last time, before calling “nine ball in the side pocket”!
to be continued…
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BRAIN BREAK
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Jen Whyte, 7 months ago
Intriguing!! ..... makes you want to read more …..
Patito49, 7 months ago
Very good… nice flow…
coffeetea, 7 months ago
very deep writing in between of conciousness and brain…..... and now. Guess the conclusion is still going on. Interesting, possibly very misterious many.
Kathleen Struckle, 7 months ago
Very interesting!!
helene ruiz, 7 months ago
VERY NICE
Roger Sampson, 7 months ago
Brilliant writing Elf, I mean it truly. They say painting is worth a 1000 words – how ‘bout 146 words is worth a gallery of a 1000 paintings. Rog
Suzanne German, 6 months ago
This is terrifif Elf! love the ease of style you write with….smooth and sharp simultaneously!
So, did you know Shorty Johnson?
sg
elfevans, 6 months ago
Yeah! We crossed Pool Rooms from time to NOW!
C.C. Arshagra, 5 months ago
The mystery and dichotomy poises and suspended … a fine opening
Marvin Tunstall, 5 months ago
nice piece!
linaji, 4 months ago
that is so good! enjoyed it.
caroline caux-..., 3 months ago
This is grand! I want to read more!