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The Plumber

April 30, 2015 10 Comments

The Plumber by Rebecca

By Rebecca Goldthorpe

She thought things came in threes, but had been proven wrong today.

Lottie had pushed the boat out this time. Phil, was The One and she felt confident.

She’d worn her nightdress inside out for a whole week. Rubbed the headboard with lemon peel. Placed herbs in her shoes and daisies under her pillow for luck.

So why did he arrive a day early?

Her hair greasy. Face pack mid application. The shock caused her well rehearsed lines to dry up.

So now, she must just remember him as the hot plumber, who always carried a smile and spanner for her.

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  1. victoria machen says

    April 30, 2015 at 5:38 am

    Lovely story made me laugh!

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    • skylarking4fun says

      April 30, 2015 at 5:43 am

      Many thanks Victoria. I’m really pleased you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  2. Firdaus Parvez says

    April 30, 2015 at 5:42 am

    Such a sweet little story. Put a smile on my face. Well done!

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    • skylarking4fun says

      April 30, 2015 at 5:44 am

      Ahh, thank you very much Firdaus. I’m very pleased you enjoyed it.

      Reply
  3. loucox12 says

    April 30, 2015 at 5:55 am

    I loved it; made me smile

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  4. skylarking4fun says

    April 30, 2015 at 6:21 am

    That’s reaction I was hoping for Lou! Excellent. Thank you

    Reply
  5. Rikki T says

    April 30, 2015 at 10:39 am

    The plumber who has a wench in every village?

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    • skylarking4fun says

      April 30, 2015 at 10:47 am

      Very witty! Yes, could be Rikki.

      Reply
  6. Tricia De Jesus (@PhynneBelle) says

    April 30, 2015 at 2:39 pm

    What a charmer of a story. I was left wanting more! Happy first venture!

    Reply
    • skylarking4fun Rebecca says

      April 30, 2015 at 2:47 pm

      That is praise indeed Tricia. Thanks so much. I have many more up my sleeve too!

      Reply

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