Tuesday, April 9, 2013

A to Z Challenge 2013 - H is for Heels

I'm posting snippets from a story for this year's Challenge.
If you'd like to read the whole tale, please start with A.

H IS FOR HEELS

Put the bracelet back on this instant. Fenn demanded.

"No." Danielle snapped as she slipped on her shoes. She couldn't remember the last time she wore heels. "I don't want to hear you lecture me any more. Tonight's my night to relieve the stress from both my jobs. No one takes their boss on a date with them."

Well as your boss I'd like to remind you that you do not get involved with parents of children you've saved. Fenn shot back. I will also speak for your boss at the school and add that you do not date any of the students' parents.

"What are you doing to do? Tell on me?" She snorted. Checking her reflection for the fifth time, Danielle fiddled with her hair. She hadn't been this nervous about anything in years.

How juvenile of you.

"It's one date. And not really a date. I'm just meeting Erik for drinks." Danielle popped a breath mint into her mouth and flicked off the bathroom light before she could fuss any more. "Besides, I'm allowed to have friends. And a friend with benefits would be even better."
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32 comments:

  1. Heather R. HoldenApril 9, 2013 at 2:38 AM

    Yet another great snippet! :) But oh-oh, she's leaving Fenn behind? Hopefully she won't end up regretting that decision later!

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  2. Nick WilfordApril 9, 2013 at 5:22 AM

    Oh, Fenn is such a worrywort! What's the worst that could happen? Actually I get a feeling that will be answered. :)

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  3. Mark MeansApril 9, 2013 at 8:58 AM

    Poor Fenn...only trying to keep Danielle on the straight and narrow.

    He'll probably be saying "I told you so", later on :)

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  4. Fida IslaihApril 9, 2013 at 9:15 AM

    I'm like on a teeter tot. I'm rooting for Dani, but feel sorry for Fenn, thanks for the story!

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  5. Lynn ProctorApril 9, 2013 at 9:16 AM

    awww the breath mint, it's a date ;)

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  6. Summer RossApril 9, 2013 at 9:59 AM

    awesome snippet! I loved the way you started this one. that first line is my favorite. :)

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  7. M.J. FifieldApril 9, 2013 at 10:07 AM

    I'm with Lynn...a breath mint does seem to push it into date territory. =)

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  8. cleemckenzieApril 9, 2013 at 10:19 AM

    Nice touches: the heels and the breath mint! She's thinking, too. Friends yes. Benefits absolutely. :-)

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  9. Maurice MitchellApril 9, 2013 at 10:36 AM

    Uh oh. She's got breath mint. LOL Great post
    - Maurice Mitchell

    The Geek Twins | Film Sketchr

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  10. Susan Gourley/KelleyApril 9, 2013 at 10:55 AM

    Yes, yes, she deserves a break.

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  11. jaybirdApril 9, 2013 at 10:56 AM

    I love wearing my heels!

    Nice piece Christine.

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  12. UnknownApril 9, 2013 at 11:04 AM

    I loved how you worked "heels" in today and fun excerpt. Friends with benefits sounds.... intriguing...

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  13. Dani and JaxApril 9, 2013 at 11:12 AM

    Great excerpt!

    Cover Girls

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  14. DanaApril 9, 2013 at 11:39 AM

    Fun excerpt! Can't wait until tomorrow. :)

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  15. UnknownApril 9, 2013 at 11:59 AM

    Ooh, after Fenn's warning, I'm starting to have some doubts about Erik. :)

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  16. Sherry EllisApril 9, 2013 at 2:32 PM

    Nice! And I like how you balanced that block on your son's head. I don't think my son would sit still long enough to do that!

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  17. Misha GerrickApril 9, 2013 at 2:37 PM

    Oooh.... this sounds like a mistake in the making... Can't wait to see what happens next. :-)

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  18. Julie FlandersApril 9, 2013 at 3:16 PM

    I have a feeling Fenn may be right and Danielle is going to end up in trouble here. Hope not!

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  19. Christine RainsApril 9, 2013 at 3:20 PM

    Thank you all. I've been a little worried that the snippets might lead people to think Fenn and Danielle don't get along. They generally do, but she needs to sow some wild oats!

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  20. Christine RainsApril 9, 2013 at 3:21 PM

    Also, all the pics of my son, the blocks, and the Monopoly board are just him playing around. He balanced the block all by himself!

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  21. ClareApril 9, 2013 at 3:22 PM

    Poor Fenn. I would feel sorry for him if I weren't so desperately rooting for Danielle and Erik to get it on! ;)

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  22. JaiApril 9, 2013 at 4:24 PM

    Sow away girl!! Go out and sow!

    Great snippet!!

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  23. PK HREZOApril 9, 2013 at 4:29 PM

    Ooo suggestive ending. Love it.

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  24. Jean Katherine BaldridgeApril 9, 2013 at 4:54 PM

    Wow! that was so fun! I haven't stopped by before! How intriguing!
    Best wishes,
    jean from A to Z

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  25. UnknownApril 9, 2013 at 5:42 PM

    must catch up but I'm intrigued by those friends with benefits...

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  26. Alex J. CavanaughApril 9, 2013 at 6:13 PM

    I'm sure he is just as interested in a friend with benefits!

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  27. M PaxApril 9, 2013 at 6:43 PM

    First dates can be so exciting, and I'm sure more so for Danielle. :)

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  28. Al DiazApril 9, 2013 at 7:23 PM

    Well, who could say no to a friend with benefits offer? hahahaha

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  29. AnonymousApril 9, 2013 at 8:48 PM

    Great snippet. What kind of boss talks in her head? (I am assuming the boss is talking in her head)


    Sonia Lal

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  30. Gwen GardnerApril 9, 2013 at 8:49 PM

    Hmm, is Fenn getting jealous?

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  31. Angela BrownApril 9, 2013 at 10:34 PM

    I'm with Danielle! Have a blast, Danielle!

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  32. AnonymousApril 11, 2013 at 10:43 PM

    Poor Fenn... can't help but feel bad for him.

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