Image based on IBT(2014), with my apologies
A little flash fiction around a prompt of “Wife Carrying.” Because maybe that’s the true test of a strong partnership:
It’d never occurred to them that their participation might not be welcome. Celebrating the fortitude and stamina required to go the distance in marriage–what better way to do this than with a test of physical endurance?
There was some confusion at the starting line as to which was the wife, but the buffalo-plaid-flanneled officiant had held up his gun, told all couples to get ready, set…
Pat hopped on Toni’s back, and they giggled their way through the course’s hedges and water traps. Everyone applauded when they were awarded first prize. This was, after all, the 21st century!
© Liz Husebye Hartmann (2020)
Carrot Ranch Prompt (01/09/2020): In 99 words (no more, no less), write a story about a carried wife. Why is she being carried? Who is carrying? Pick a genre if you’d like and craft a memorable character. Go where the prompt leads!
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I like the small details that are telling — the buffalo plaid officiant, the giggling and confusion over which one was the wife — it’s subtle which makes it more real. I like that you brought this one to life!
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Me too!
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I loved this! There are all sorts of families, and all sorts of couples…and that’s a good thing!
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a very nice one. has a message too.
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The prompt seemed to call for meaning.
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Nice one. My one was tackled the same theme.
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Cool!
(Overhand high five!)
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It wasn’t an easy prompt but you’ve a fine result.
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Perhaps some confusion, compromises and concessions, but that’s marriage. Glad the crowd was friendly. Cool take.
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Thanks. Had to think on this one before putting something down…
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