Photo Copyright: Rochelle Wisoff-Fields
Here we are all gathered together again this week. We’re now in a dimly-lit restaurant. This is the Friday Fictioneers group. Our hostess for this gathering is the talented and gracious author and artist, Rochelle Wisoff-Fields. The challenge for each of us this week and every week is to write a story with no more than 100 words, not including the title. It’s supposed to have a beginning, middle, end, and be inspired by the picture prompt for the week. This week’s prompt was provided by Rochelle herself. Thanks again, Rochelle.
To read the other stories by the group members, just click on the link given below, then on the little blue frog in the blue box.
The link for this week’s stories is as follows:
https://rochellewisofffields.wordpress.com/2016/10/12/14-october-2016/
Genre: Humor Fiction
Word Count: 100 Words
A ROMANTIC DINNER by P.S. Joshi
Dave had taken Myra out for a romantic dinner on their 40th Wedding Anniversary.
“Dave, I can’t read the menu. How am I supposed to order? This might be considered romantic for some, but my eyes are not young anymore. Are these lamps supposed to be the only light or didn’t they pay the bill?”
“Alright, Myra, I guess I’ve made a mistake, but John at the office suggested this place.”
“How old is John?”
“He’s twenty-three.”
“Twenty-three? He’s younger than our kids and I’ve got outfits older than that.”
“Okay, Myra. You’ve made your point.”
Musings on Life & Experience 
Mira and Dave have obviously been together 40 years. Gotta give it to Dave for the attempt.
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Thanks, John. You can kind of tell can’t you?. I’m sure she knew he meant well but was hungry and wanted to order. I’m sure they’ll make due with something. He did deserve A for effort. I’m happy you liked the story. 😀 — Suzanne
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Myra’s a little grumpy, isn’t she? At least Dave gave it a try. ❤
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Thanks, Diana. Yes, she seems to be one of those people who gets grumpy when they’re hungry. I’m sure she’ll feel sorry later and cook him a good meal at home another time. He does deserve A for effort. They’ve become accustomed to each other. It seems. I’m happy you liked the story. 😀 — Suzanne
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After 40 years of marriage, I’m sure they have a rhythm to their relationship :-).
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It is a bummer but those dimly-lit restaurants do not make menu reading easy! (Thankfully most of our cells have flashlights in ’em!) And I agree with D. Wallace… Myra’s a tad grumpy! 😉
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Thanks, Dale. Yes, she does get grumpy when hungry. Her disposition will no doubt improve when she gets something good to eat. We never went to dark restaurants because my husband didn’t like them either. Dave did deserve A for effort. I’m happy you liked the story. 🙂 — Suzanne
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Absolutely À for effort…and patience!
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Aw, poor Dave, he’s trying his best! Though if I took restaurant advice from some of the young-uns in the office who knows where I’d end up? 🙂
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Thanks, Ali. Yes, Dave is really trying his best. Myra is grumpy because she’s hungry. Our son used to choose good restaurants because he worked part-time in some when in high school and before he entered college. He was picky and also became a good cook. I’m happy you liked the story. 🙂 — Suzanne
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Yes she’s grumpy, but my guess is that’s the pattern they’ve settled into
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Thanks, Neil. I think you’re right. That and she’s hungry. I’m happy you liked the story. 😀 — Suzanne
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Poor Dave – he’s trying at least, he gets credit for that. I hope Myra appreciates he’s still making the effort! Nice story 🙂
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Thanks, Iain. You’re perfectly right. Dave does deserve A for effort. He’s also earned more sympathy than any character I’ve written about ever I think. I’m happy you liked the story. 😀 — Suzanne
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And the print is tiny too. We must have dined at the same restaurant.
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Thanks, Russell. I think you’re in the minority for not saying Myra was grumpy. I guess you also get upset when hungry. I’m happy you liked the story. 😀 — Suzanne
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Well penned and the second last line reminds me of a repartee. A freshly employed tutor was boasting of his teaching experience – a senior professor on the verge of retirement silenced him saying, ‘ don’t talk of experience to me, I have taken more leave than your experience. 🙂
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Thanks, Yarnspinnerr. I enjoyed your story of the tutor and professor. That was good. I’m pleased you liked my story. 🙂 — Suzanne
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Nice story.
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Thanks, Indira. I’m pleased you liked the story. 🙂 — Suzanne
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🙂 Have a good day.
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she can order the chef’s special and save the night. 🙂
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Thanks, Plaridel. That’s a good idea. Maybe the server will suggest it to her. I’m happy you liked the story. 😀 — Suzanne
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Maybe the waiter can recommend something and they will be happy together
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Thanks, Bjorn. Yes. Let’s hope someone suggests something so the evening isn’t a total loss. I’m happy you liked the story. 😀 — Suzanne
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Dear Suzanne,
Myra and I think alike. I’ve often told some of my younger friend that I have shoes older than them. 😉 Perhaps Myra should have the server read the menu to her. Cute story.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Thanks, Rochelle. That’s a good idea. The server probably knows the menu by heart. I’m happy you enjoyed the story. 😀 — Suzanne
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Dave gets points for his attempt at a romantic dinner.
Lighting can be very poor in restaurants. I suppose their going for atmosphere.
Perhaps, the waiter could’ve made some suggestions. Then, Myra wouldn’t have to read the menu at all. : )
Nicely done …
Isadora 😎
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Thanks, Isadora. Yes, Dave gets an A for effort. Let’s hope for the best for Myra’s dinner. I’m happy you enjoyed the story. 😀 — Suzanne
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If the lights to poor to see the food, I am with Myra, as I like to see what i am eating.
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Thanks, Mike. If the lights are that poor, it makes you kind of suspicious of the quality of the food, doesn’t it? I also like to see what I’m eating. I’m happy you liked the story. 😀 — Suzanne
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I’ve got outfits older than that Oh this line! How funny. Love this scene and feel as if I’ve been there!
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Thanks, Alicia. I’m happy I made the scene realistic and you enjoyed it so much. 😀 — Suzanne
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Myra needs a little drinkie-poo and Dave needs to a) borrow someone’s lighter to help her read the menu or b) ask her if she’d like him to order her favorite dish (for his favorite “dish”), and c) rub the back of her neck, nibble on her ear, and whisper that all will be fine, the appetizers are on the way.
😉
After 40 years, he should know her already, don’t you think?
Randy
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Thanks, Randy. Wow, you really give thorough advice. You’re right. He should know her “very” well after 40 years. I guess he just thought he’d try something new. I bet he won’t do that again. I’m happy you liked the story. 😀 — Suzanne
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I’m sure they had a lovely romantic evening despite the shaky start. After 40 years they know how to make it work, I’m sure. Nice love story.
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Thanks, Margaret. I think you’re right. She’s just hungry. I’m happy you liked the story. 🙂 — Suzanne
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Could see it happening but at least he took her out for dinner 😀 Nice take Suzanne 🙂
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Thanks, Dahlia. I’m glad I succeeded in making it realistic and you liked the story. 😀 — Suzanne
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Dear Suzanne, I loved your story! “I’ve got outfits older than that”…me too, me too! 😀
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Very real. Love the voices.
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