Results of U-Write-It Week 221
"As we move into the holiday season," Mary's boss said, "let's not forget what it's all about. For my present this year, I'd like..." |
...one of those aroma therapy thingys. You can find them at Wal Mart in the candle aisle. The brand is....let me see..." She pulled out a small notebook and glanced over it. "Aha, the brand is Sweet Sensations. Get the Holiday pack. After all, I have to get in the Christmas Spirit!" Mary rolled her eyes as her boss talked on for several more minutes about the supposed 'meaning' of Christmas. And yet she knew that the employees would have to do what she wanted, or else....well, she didn't like to think about that. Finally her boss finished her monologue, and the associates turned to go. "Wait!" the boss said in an irritated voice. "That was only the first item on the list!"by Meredith Rigby |
...a thoughful gift please keep in mind that I will be adding a new partner to our firm right after the holiday." Mary could see dollar signs swirling around in her head like dancing sugar plums. Stan poked Mary in the arm just as they left the meeting. "What are you buying Ms. Cherry Esquire Attorney at Law?" Mary brushed off Stan as she returned to her office. She googled for the perfect gift: a dazzling 5 ½ carat diamond bracelet. The cost was $5,000. With one click of a button she could purchase this beauty right from her chair. A few hours later Stan said, "Guess what Mrs. Baker bought for the boss?" "What? I'm not worried," Mary exclaimed, humming Tis the season to be jolly. "Mrs. Baker handed our boss the keys to a brand new Mercedes!" Stan wore an evil grin upon his boyish face. Mary stopped humming. by Ranae Cherry, Dover, PA |
...the gaudiest, most expensive, most elaborate object imaginable. Spare no expense, your raise next year will depend on it." A small man raised his hand. "You said we shouldn't forget what the holiday season is all about, sir." The boss nodded. "That's right." "But I thought the season was about the joy of giving, not receiving." The boss's look was one of sarcasm and disbelief. "That's exactly right, Morgenstern. You get the joy of giving to me. I won't take much joy in receiving because I know you pinheads won't even get close to giving me what I want. So, it works for both of us." Morgenstern shook his head sadly. "Merry Christmas...I guess." "Welcome to the 21st Century," the boss said, laughing.by Phillip Lynne, Knoxville, TN |
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