I’m back to Julia’s 100-Word Challenges for Grown-Ups. This week, the prompt has a bit of an Easter theme to it:
…looking at all of that chocolate….
We’re not required to incorporate the exact phrase in this challenge’s 100 words, but I did, because it evokes such a vivid image. Maybe a bit too vivid, though?
“Relief and Shame”
The gift basket was a lovely gesture…but just looking at all of that chocolate made a tide of sick rumble up from her belly to the top of her throat, threatening with a rancid belch she barely caught in her palm in time.
She didn’t notice Wennie crouching beside her in the toilet, not until it was all over. “You want some water?”
Easing back against the wall, she nodded.
Wennie returned a moment later, glass in hand.
She sipped, the cold taste of relief sliding down her throat. And shame.
Wennie gave a tsk. “Have you told him, yet?”
I can’t be the only one who’s felt queasy in this situation. 😉
Did you partake in the chocolate challenge, this week? How did that taste to you?
oh dear! Fabulous twist!
I had a feeling that’s where you were going with it! Nice twist on the prompt, Mayumi. 🙂
That’s a fine twist! Well one, Mayumi, and Happy Easter to you! 🙂
We’ve all been there! Great.
Thanks, Mrs TeePot! This one brought back a lot of memories. 😀
Thank you, Kate. As much as I do enjoy chocolate, certain circumstances have prevented full appreciation. 😀
Thank you, Subhan! Happy Easter to you, as well! Many blessings! 😀
Thanks, jabbersville. I’m glad this one came across all right.
I haven’t been in this position for this particular reason. But you captured the moment perfectly, I think!
Thanks, JM! These little moments are especially fun for me. Glad you enjoyed it. 🙂
Very intriguing. I really appreciated your creative take. Great post.
And here I thought the chocolate would be the only sweet surprise.
A great glimpse into both the apprehensions and joys of becoming new parents!
Thank you, chestless_man. 🙂 I had fun writing this one, so I’m glad that shone through.
Yes, this one entertained me a bit too much, I think. 😀 I’m glad folks have taken it in the spirit it was intended – a bit of a turnabout for my poor mommy-to-be! 😀