This week for Tuesday Tales, we have a picture prompt week and this one is really pretty, I think.
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The next day, she arrived at Amos’ place before it opened. Her car and Johnny’s were the only ones in the parking lot. She’d braided her hair again and tucked the plaits in her orange beret that matched the floral patterned knit shirt she paired with an old pair of jeans.
Amos was making burgers at the grill and Johnny was cutting onions. A bartender stood at the bar making a variety of martinis. Some were light colored and some were darker. They varied from light pink to purple. “Hey guys. Good to see you.” Kat breezed in and put on an act that everything was fine and normal. She nodded toward the bartender. “What’s up with the festive drinks?”
“We’re trying some new recipes for ladies night,” Amos said.
“Did you have a nice time on tour with Paul?” Johnny asked.
“It was cool, yeah. Interesting to see how it all works from the inside. It’s a lot more work than I ever imagined it would be for sure.”
Amos was silent but Johnny continued the conversation, “Did you get a chance to see any of the city or did you spend all the time with the crew?”
“We spent a lot of time either at the venue or at the hotel. It doesn’t seem as if a lot of sightseeing takes place. In fact, if we hadn’t gotten on his plane a couple of times, each place could’ve been the same city for all I could tell.”
“I’ve heard that from Paul before.” Johnny grabbed a tomato and starting slicing.
“I’m glad I went but I’m happy to be home.
Jillian Chantal 
Well done including the pic and the description. As a non-cocktail drinker … purple? Really? 🙂
By: Iris B on October 20, 2014
at 8:59 pm
Yep, purple – I actually took part in a martini tasting on a cruise ship where they had all kinds of flavors like pomegranate, grape, strawberry, etc. They were very much multi-colored. AND tasty. Well, some of them. LOL
By: Author on October 20, 2014
at 9:30 pm
Interesting to her her perspective that she was too busy to even know where she was. I’m not surprised that tours are like that. People think the music business is glamorous, but I see from this that’s a business, like any other. Love this post.
By: jeanjoachim on October 21, 2014
at 6:07 am
Thanks Jean. I think it has to be hard going from city to city, hotel to hotel, at the pace the tours go.
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By: Author on October 21, 2014
at 7:29 am
Great use of the picture prompt!
By: Vicki Locey on October 21, 2014
at 7:08 am
Thanks Vicki.
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By: Author on October 21, 2014
at 7:28 am
I love the reactions from Amos and Johnny at her news. Curious why Amos doesn’t seem pleased. Can’t wait to read more!
By: Tricia Andersen on October 21, 2014
at 9:56 am
thanks Tricia. Amos is def. mad at her. Glad you picked that up! LOL
By: Author on October 21, 2014
at 10:54 am
Elegant and well done. Love the dialogue. I enjoyed your snippet very much.
By: Flossie Benton Rogers on October 21, 2014
at 5:16 pm
Thanks Flossie. I like the elegant word.
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By: Author on October 21, 2014
at 6:03 pm
I love how you describe what she’s wearing. Great snippet!
By: trishafaye on October 24, 2014
at 9:22 pm
Thanks Trisha.
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By: Author on October 25, 2014
at 8:08 am
A very visual snippet. And yes I can understand her comment about not knowing the difference between destinations.
By: sherrygloagtheheartofromance on October 26, 2014
at 8:58 am
Thanks Sherry!
By: Author on October 27, 2014
at 8:56 am