aka, The Abject Muse

New Stuff

Tammy decided it was time for a new typewriter. The one on the left only had numbers, while the one on the right had both but the number keys were too hard to push. She wanted one machine with letters and numbers, and with easier keys to push.

Tammy drove to the mall in search of the perfect typewriter. As she strolled past the shops, the Ooh-La-La dress store caught her eye.

Wouldn’t you know they’re having a sale!

Tammy went in just for a peek and came out with a Vera Wang knock-off.

She’d worry about the typewriter tomorrow.

Vera Wang Olive green dress

100 words

Written for Rochelle Wisoff-Fields’ Friday Fictioneers

Cover image courtesy of Dale Rogerson

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32 responses to “New Stuff”

  1. James Pyles Avatar
    James Pyles

    Now they have phones that do everything.

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    1. The Abject Muse Avatar
      The Abject Muse

      When will it ever end? I cannot imagine what’s next.

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  2. Dale Avatar
    Dale

    Haha! I get this, Susan. How many times have I gone shopping for a specific thing and come back with shoes (they ALWAYS fit…)

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    1. The Abject Muse Avatar
      The Abject Muse

      Thanks, Dale! Understood. Thanks for stopping by.

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  3. Sandra Avatar
    Sandra

    It pays not to be over-specific on your shopping list. Just put “things that will make me happy” and you’ll be fine.

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    1. The Abject Muse Avatar
      The Abject Muse

      What a good idea! You can’t go wrong that way.

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  4. Esther Chilton Avatar
    Esther Chilton

    I’d rather have the type writer!

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    1. The Abject Muse Avatar
      The Abject Muse

      Or both?

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      1. Esther Chilton Avatar
        Esther Chilton

        Now that’s an idea!

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  5. Neil MacDonald Avatar
    Neil MacDonald

    It’s all about priorities

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    1. The Abject Muse Avatar
      The Abject Muse

      This is true. You’ve got to have your priorities straight.

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  6. rochellewisoff Avatar
    rochellewisoff

    Dear Susan,

    Who needs a typewriter when you can have such a stunning frock? Fun story.

    Shalom,

    Rochelle

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    1. The Abject Muse Avatar
      The Abject Muse

      Excellent point, Rochelle! Thanks for stopping by. Shalom!

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  7. Sadje Avatar
    Sadje

    This has happened to me too. 😂😂😂

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  8. Peter's pondering Avatar
    Peter’s pondering

    Never mind the dress – A comptometer!!!!!! The operators always had a magical presence as they sped through endless calculations.

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  9. Violet Lentz Avatar
    Violet Lentz

    Exactly why I stay out of stores when I have money! Love it!

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  10. pensitivity101 Avatar
    pensitivity101

    Nice frock!

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  11. CGraith Avatar
    CGraith

    Don’t walk into the lion’s den unless you’re ready to die. My comment is not keeping with the light hearted story you told!

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  12. TraceyDelaplainMD.com Avatar
    TraceyDelaplainMD.com

    So relatable. “Oooo shiny object….” Tracey

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    1. theministryofshrawleywalks Avatar
      theministryofshrawleywalks

      Yep, going shopping for anything specific always ends in disaster, especially if theres records involved (in my case) Good take on the post

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      1. The Abject Muse Avatar
        The Abject Muse

        Thanks, Tracey.

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    2. The Abject Muse Avatar
      The Abject Muse

      Exactly! :-)

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  13. David Stewart Avatar
    David Stewart

    That sounds like me except with a bookstore instead of a dress store. :) Great piece and very relatable.

    -David

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    1. The Abject Muse Avatar
      The Abject Muse

      Book stores, yes!

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  14. Prior... Avatar
    Prior…

    This was a really fun twist – and brought a nice laugh – love how the side trail unfolded with the dress – then the photo added to it

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    1. The Abject Muse Avatar
      The Abject Muse

      Thank you so much!

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  15. James McEwan Avatar
    James McEwan

    A shopping trip with distractions. Maybe the dress was a better buy.

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    1. The Abject Muse Avatar
      The Abject Muse

      I’m sure it was. How much fun can you get out of a typewriter? :-)

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  16. Dawn M. Miller Avatar
    Dawn M. Miller

    That dress would be hard to resist.

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    1. The Abject Muse Avatar
      The Abject Muse

      I know! I love the color and style. If only I were a (good) bit younger. Thank you, Dawn!

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  17. plaridel Avatar
    plaridel

    whatever made her feel good. i think she made the right decision. :)

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  18. Dahlia Avatar
    Dahlia

    Lol! But of course the dress should win, the typewriter will always be available :P

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