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Wednesday, January 23, 2013

A Day at the Beach



He had always loved the beach.

 Sitting by ocean's edge, feeling the sun upon his skin, splashing into the water, riding the waves. And buying ice cream about mid-day from the pony-tailed man yelling 
"Eskimo Pies!  Get your Eskimo Pies," 

 and looking at all the pretty girls in their skimpy bikinis, always getting progressively younger.  Well, not much he could do about that.

 Damn near perfect.  Each and every time.

 Even the walk itself over the boardwalk bridge to the vast expanse of seemingly endless sand before him normally filled him with anticipation and delight. 

 Unfortunately,  today he was playing golf. 

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 Picture prompt above, story below, 1oo words .... Yep, I  finally hit the exact mark for prescribed words for my contribution to the Fabulous Friday Fictioneers and Magical Mystery Tour for this, the fourth week of January, 2013.

 Roll up for the Friday Fictioneers, Step Right This Way to the other contributors by clicking the link above.  And see you at the beach!
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58 comments:

  1. PirateGunnJanuary 23, 2013 at 10:23 AM

    Good fun and nice descriptions!

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  2. AnonymousJanuary 23, 2013 at 10:29 AM

    This makes me wish I was at the beach instead of freezing here in western MA. If he plays golf like I do, I can see why it was unfortunate;)

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    1. Perry BlockJanuary 25, 2013 at 1:20 AM

      "That vast expanse of seemingly endless sand before him" may be a tip off as to how well he plays ...

      Stay warm!

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    2. AnonymousJanuary 25, 2013 at 9:21 AM

      Thanks! Warm is a losing battle around here these days. I'm lucky that the golf courses I play don't have terribly many sand traps, though I'd rather be in the sand than have to hit over water. I can feel his pain..:)

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  3. AnonymousJanuary 23, 2013 at 12:22 PM

    Sand trap, eh? I second jenniesisler. This makes me long for the beach.

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    1. Perry BlockJanuary 25, 2013 at 1:34 AM

      I second both of you. If I have to spend a day in the sand, I'd rather be at the beach!

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  4. brudbergJanuary 23, 2013 at 2:31 PM

    A beach is way better than golf poor guy. :-)

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    1. Perry BlockJanuary 25, 2013 at 7:30 AM

      Except maybe he can get something a bit stronger after the round at the golf course than an Eskimo Pie!

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  5. tedstrutzJanuary 23, 2013 at 2:44 PM

    Eskimos on the Beach... perfect!

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    1. Perry BlockJanuary 25, 2013 at 7:35 AM

      Yep, and nothing better than buying that ice cream on the beach on a hot summer's day, no matter how over-priced it is...

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  6. RussellJanuary 23, 2013 at 5:15 PM

    He made his choice. I doubt anyone forced him to play golf. What's unfortunate is the age difference between me and the girls in bikinis keeps getting wider and wider, just like my waistline.

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    1. Perry BlockJanuary 25, 2013 at 7:41 AM

      Look on the bright side, Russell. If you just pig out all you want, your waistline will be way wider!

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  7. AnonymousJanuary 23, 2013 at 5:54 PM

    Girls looking progressively younger --- no kidding! I feel that a LOT these days!

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    1. Perry BlockJanuary 25, 2013 at 7:45 AM

      And guess what? You're going to feel it a whole LOTTER in days ahead!

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  8. janetJanuary 23, 2013 at 6:09 PM

    Lots of fun, Perry. I love the ending. I played golf once and the first 9 were all like that, starting with my opening "drive." The back 9 went pretty well, but that was enough for me.

    janet

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    1. Perry BlockJanuary 25, 2013 at 7:51 AM

      I got you, Janet. Once I was in the sand trap so long, a pony-tailed guy actually did come along calling "Eskimo Pies! Get your Eskimo Pies!"

      Thanks for writing.

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  9. Rochelle Wisoff-FieldsJanuary 23, 2013 at 7:11 PM

    Dear Perry,
    Anyone who uses Beatles lyrics in anyway, shape or form is all right in my book. I enjoyed your story, too. He must've been playing golf with his boss to make it more important than going to the beach.
    shalom,
    Rochelle

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    1. Perry BlockJanuary 25, 2013 at 7:54 AM

      Nah, his boss didn't force him to play.

      It was just A Day in the Life.

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  10. AnonymousJanuary 23, 2013 at 9:18 PM

    it's a fantastic, very real description of the beach and of course, you managed again to make a fab ending ^^

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    1. Perry BlockJanuary 25, 2013 at 8:29 AM

      Just call me "the Fab One!" I have no idea what that means!

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  11. Tom PoetJanuary 23, 2013 at 9:26 PM

    "I don't play any sport where water is a hazard" unknown fisherman. Great description of the beach Perry. Nice work.

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    1. Perry BlockJanuary 25, 2013 at 8:36 AM

      I haven't even gotten to the part yet about all the water hazards.

      Thanks, Tom!

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  12. AnonymousJanuary 23, 2013 at 9:42 PM

    Perry, this is hysterical. I submitted one for this drabble contest, as well. Can't wait to read more of your work.

    - Cullin

    Not to be annoying, but check mine out if you can spare half a second.
    http://fictionsoflife.com/2013/01/23/gunnar-in-maui/

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    1. Perry BlockJanuary 26, 2013 at 6:08 AM

      Thank you so much, but I don't know the word "drabble." Sounds hysterical in and of itself!

      Thanks for writing, Cullen.

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  13. UnknownJanuary 23, 2013 at 11:01 PM

    Makes me wanna hit the beach this weekend if the weather holds up. Very nice image you've painted in the story

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    1. Perry BlockJanuary 26, 2013 at 6:14 AM

      Thanks, Jennifer! Makes me want to go to the beach this weekend too except for the fact it's 13 degrees. I appreciate your commenting.

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  14. AnonymousJanuary 23, 2013 at 11:56 PM

    I'm guessing he was forced into playing golf by his boss. That's probably the only way I'd play. I'd take the beach any day.

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    1. Perry BlockJanuary 26, 2013 at 6:23 AM

      Well, it was time to try something different for him. If he ever gets out of that epic sand trap,don't think he'll try it again!

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  15. AnonymousJanuary 24, 2013 at 12:00 AM

    Funny! lol
    Scott
    Mine: http://kindredspirit23.wordpress.com/2013/01/23/friday-fictioneers-walkway-to-wonder-genre-sci-fi/

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  16. Sandra CrookJanuary 24, 2013 at 2:15 AM

    The beach any day for me. Nice one Perry, started my day with a grin.

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    1. BrandonJanuary 26, 2013 at 11:14 AM

      Thank you, Sandra. Even though the guy in the story is grimacing!

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  17. AnonymousJanuary 24, 2013 at 4:26 AM

    Quite an interesting guy.. :-) Wonder what made him play golf today..

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  18. ShirleyJanuary 24, 2013 at 12:10 PM

    So cute. Loved the ending. But I'd take the beach over golf any day.

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    1. BrandonJanuary 26, 2013 at 11:20 AM

      But there's actually more sand at the golf course. At least the way this guy plays.

      Thanks for writing, Shirley.

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  19. AnonymousJanuary 24, 2013 at 2:09 PM

    A good take on the picture, it made me smile.

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    1. Perry BlockJanuary 26, 2013 at 12:59 PM

      Glad you're smiling! He's still taking strokes trying to get out.

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  20. EL ApplebyJanuary 24, 2013 at 5:10 PM

    Love the eskimo pies! Not so sure about golf, though :)

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  21. AnonymousJanuary 24, 2013 at 10:15 PM

    Hi Perry,
    I see you were the first one to arrive at the party. You must be a fast typist! Your story is a wistful description of a perfect day at the beach. Maybe the golfer will end up in a few sand traps! Ron

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    1. Perry BlockJanuary 26, 2013 at 1:01 PM

      Ron,

      Yeah, I was the first one to arrive at the party, but I didn't so much as bring a bottle of cheap wine or even cupcakes.

      So I'm still a lousy party guest! The golfer (I guess surrogate me) has landed in the Mother of All Sand Traps, so I guess I got what I deserved ...

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  22. AnonymousJanuary 25, 2013 at 8:51 AM

    Very good. Personally I prefer the beach. In fact I'm with Mark Twain who said "golf is a good walk wasted".

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    1. Perry BlockJanuary 26, 2013 at 1:02 PM

      It isn't even a good walk with all the starting and stopping. Plus you get all that sand in your contact lenses!

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  23. AnonymousJanuary 25, 2013 at 8:51 AM

    Eskimo pies!
    How I wish winter gets the hell out of here! I want Eskimo pies in the summer sun.
    Nice work

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    1. Perry BlockJanuary 26, 2013 at 1:07 PM

      Thanks. Have one now, though, and turn the heat immediately after up to 87 or more ...

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  24. billgncsJanuary 25, 2013 at 9:03 PM

    you hit one into the ocean ?

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    1. Perry BlockJanuary 26, 2013 at 1:06 PM

      Well, into the trap for sure. You can't see water in the prompt itself, only endless sand.

      But to answer your question, hitting it into the ocean? No problem for me even if the course is in Montana!

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  25. UnknownJanuary 25, 2013 at 11:19 PM

    too bad he was out playing golf...not only missed the chicks but Eskimo Pies!! enjoyed your story...<3

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  26. Sandra ConnerJanuary 26, 2013 at 9:52 AM

    Perry, you've given new meaning to the 'surprise ending.' Cute!

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    1. Perry BlockJanuary 26, 2013 at 1:17 PM

      Thanks. The only surprise left is how many shots it'll take me to get out!

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  27. train-whistleJanuary 26, 2013 at 12:22 PM

    hahaha, I'm moving right along, feeling all sentimental and bam, the ending. great job. "unfortunately today he was playing golf" what a perfect last line.

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  28. Perry BlockJanuary 26, 2013 at 1:18 PM

    Thank you. I'll take a humble bow now ...

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  29. BoJanuary 26, 2013 at 8:03 PM

    Terrific descriptions that really pull the reader's in. Great post.

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    1. Perry BlockJanuary 27, 2013 at 3:07 AM

      Yes, they pull the reader in like the trap pulled in my ball!

      Thanks for writing.

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  30. AnonymousJanuary 29, 2013 at 10:40 PM

    Nice one. Still smiling here.

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    1. Perry BlockFebruary 2, 2013 at 2:41 AM

      Thanks. I was sick of it long ago, but I'm glad you're still smiling!

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