Photo Copyright: Melanie Greenwood
Here we are gathered together for another week. This time, we’re standing on a virtual runway near a virtual jet plane. Our hostess is the talented and gracious author and artist, Rochelle Wisoff-Fields. We’re the Friday Fictioneers, and our challenge this week and every week is to each write an original story with no more than 100 words. It’s supposed to have a beginning, middle, end, and follow the picture prompt provided for the week. This week’s prompt was provided by Melanie Greenwood. Thanks, Melanie.
To read the other stories from group members, first click on the link given below, then on the little blue frog in the blue box. The link for the other stories this week is as follows:
https://rochellewisofffields.wordpress.com/2016/01/06/8-january-2016/
Genre: Realistic Fiction
Word Count: 100 Words
OFF THE EDGE By P.S. Joshi
Pilot Rex Franklyn knew this would be a problem take-off. He wouldn’t be ascending, but flying off the edge of a high plateau. Just seeing that drop made him nervous. Could he make it?
His co-pilot, Lloyd Bittner, joined him.
“Well, Rex, what do you think our chances are?”
Rex wiped sweat off his forehead. “I don’t want to imagine.”
“Lloyd, your Mom wants you home. Rex put the tablecloth back on the dining table.”
Rex picked up his plane, lifting it over the table edge and into the air.
“Okay, Mom.”
“See you later, Rex,” Lloyd called back.
Musings on Life & Experience 
Thank goodness those children are flying the plane I’m in! Much better than grownups I was a bit worried there.
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Thanks, Perry. I got the idea for that from a flight my brother told us about. He said the end of the runway just dropped off and the plane was in flight. There was no ascent. Yes, the plane in my story was in good hands. 😀 — Suzanne
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Much better when the safety of the plane relies solely on imagination.
xxx Huge Hugs xxx
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Thanks, David. That’s for sure. Huge Hugs for you also. 😀 — Suzanne
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There’s no limit to the imagination of a child; especially when he/she is with another child. Nicely done Suzanne.
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Thanks, Sandra. That’s very true. I’m so happy you liked the story. 🙂 — Suzanne
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Excellent piece, Suzanne. I could just see those boys sweating it out on a short runway. Now, what’s for supper?
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Thanks, Russell. I’m so happy you liked the story. I’ll have to ask Rex’s mom what she’s serving this evening. I may join them also. 😀 — Suzanne
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Phew, that was a lucky save, though I’m sure the plane would have made it! I enjoyed the little twist from reality to imagination 🙂
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Thanks, Ali. I think with two such expert pilots the plane would have definitely made it. I’m so glad you liked the twist. 🙂 — Suzanne
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Perfect flash. 🙂
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Thanks, Yarnspinnerr. I’m so glad you liked the story. What great praise. I appreciate it. 🙂 — Suzanne
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Cute story Suzanne.
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Thanks, Ansumani. I’m so glad you liked it. I enjoyed writing it. 😀 — Suzanne
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Sweet twist!
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Thanks, M.J. I’m so pleased you liked the way I did the twist. 😀 — Suzanne
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Cute.
Had me worried there for a moment.
Randy
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Thanks, Randy. I’m so glad you liked the story. I usually like a happy ending. 😀 — Suzanne
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Great twist at the end. What imaginations children have. ~ you portrayed it well.
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Thanks, Alicia. I’m so pleased you liked the twist. You’re right, children have great imaginations. Thanks for the praise. I appreciate it. 🙂 — Suzanne
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Ha ha ha! Oh Suzanne, I had to read that middle line twice! What? The twist is great. So funny. Well done. 🙂
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Thanks, Diana. I’m so happy you enjoyed it, especially the twist. Thanks for the praise. I appreciate it. I enjoyed writing this one. 😀 — Suzanne
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I have been on real airports like that… But the twist was great – they will be great pilots one day.
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Thanks, Bjorn. I got the idea from my brother describing a flight he was on one time. He said the plane just took off the side of a mountain with no ascent. I’m so glad you liked the twist. The boys may very well one day be good pilots. 🙂 — Suzanne
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One day they might be doing it for real – who knows? Cute story. I like the twist.
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Thanks, Margaret. You’re right, they may grow up to be pilots. Sometimes children show life interests early. We just have to spot the signs. I’m so pleased you liked the story, especially the twist. 🙂 — Suzanne
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Dear Suzanne,
Wonderful bait and switch here. I often think how much writing a story is akin to when we were kids playing “let’s pretend.” Well done.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Thanks, Rochelle. I so pleased you liked the story, especially the twist. I appreciate the praise a great deal. I think you’re right. It’s probably what makes writing so much fun. That child is still in there playing “let’s pretend” and “what if”. 😀 — Suzanne
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This is wonderful. Of course they would have made it, but there would have been a sudden drop, some serious turbulences, and perhaps an engine on fire. The noble pilot would have saved the day–if only mums didn’t always ruin the best moments. 😀
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Thanks, Gah. I’m so glad you enjoyed the story that much. Of course, there would have had to be some trouble on the takeoff. It wouldn’t have been exciting without it. And, as you say, the brave pilot would have triumphed. Mom’s can really spoil the fun. 😀 — Suzanne
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you did it again. i didn’t expect the twist at the end. 🙂
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Thanks, Plaridel. I’m so pleased the end twist surprised you, and you enjoyed it. I love to succeed at those. 😀 — Suzanne
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Wonderful, Suzanne! I saw a sad ending coming, felt the tension, and then the relief that this was mere child’s play. Such a sweet conclusion!
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Thanks, Dawn. I’m so happy you enjoyed the story, especially the ending. Such great praise. I appreciate it. 🙂 — Suzanne
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Aww…that made me smile 🙂
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Thanks, Dawn. I’m so glad you enjoyed the story. 🙂 — Suzanne
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Cute story. My son was really into airplanes for a while, everything airplane, airplane. I’m so glad they’re just having fun! Playtime is magical. Happy New Year, Suzanne!
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Thanks, Amy. I’m so happy you enjoyed the story. Children have such great imaginations. Happy New Year to you and yours, also. 🙂 — Suzanne
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Sweet! I don’t remember playing as a kid. I have to live vicariously through your story. 🙂
Lily
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Thanks, Lily. I’m so happy you enjoyed the story. I played a lot as a child, often by myself as my brother was much older and not home any longer. I also read a lot. 🙂 — Suzanne
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