The Break

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Music refreshes spirits as water soothes tired feet. Soon the barmaids must return to the jarring noise and fetid air of the smoky tavern.

Grandma




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Comments

  1. first50April 19, 2010 at 8:16 AM

    After a long day of hoisting pints, a girl needs to soak her feet.

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  2. anthonynorthApril 19, 2010 at 8:42 AM

    Good one. I can picture this.

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  3. PeggyApril 19, 2010 at 9:05 AM

    I can picture this too, your words led me to a beautiful grassy knoll by a cool stream, in back of a smelly tavern. Really good, loved your take!

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  4. Kristine@SaladBowlBlogApril 19, 2010 at 9:12 AM

    'music refreshes the spirtis'. I like that passage.
    I wouldnt mind working in smoky tavern with a fetid air if it has a lovely steam at the back like this one.
    Have a good week ahead.

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  5. Sylvia KApril 19, 2010 at 9:28 AM

    Oh, I can picture this one, too! What a terrific take for the day! Hope you have a great week and that you find a grassy knoll just in case you need a break!

    Sylvia

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  6. JanelApril 19, 2010 at 11:41 AM

    I really liked your interpretation of the picture! Those lyre breaks never last long enough. :)

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  7. Susan at Stony RiverApril 19, 2010 at 1:09 PM

    Oh wow - suddenly these girls seem so real! And you managed to explain so much in such a few words, I love it!

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  8. AllisonianApril 19, 2010 at 1:13 PM

    Oh, to take a break from it all, just for a minute to rest, refresh and reflect. I've worked in taverns, Doctor offices, business offices and stores. Taking a break is still as important as water to feet and spirits to music! Thank you for the reminder! My next break will look like this in my mind thanks to you my friend!
    Ciao!
    Allison

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  9. ThomApril 19, 2010 at 1:14 PM

    OMG I can so picture that. Just perfect for their jobs. Well done my friend :)

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  10. quillyApril 19, 2010 at 3:48 PM

    Very good. Appearances can be deceptive and you captured that well!

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  11. Bill ~ {The Old Fart}April 19, 2010 at 4:04 PM

    Poor Girls, can't soak those sore feet eh. Oh Well I guess it comes with the job.

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  12. LarryApril 19, 2010 at 4:56 PM

    I'm glad you stopped by This Blog Of Mine and left a comment on the floozy post i'm not sure which would make the difference the harp would give them music to dance to the poles anyway thanks for stopping by I appreciate your comments.

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  13. Rosidah AbidinApril 19, 2010 at 5:41 PM

    Aah, what a wonderful way to relax. I would love to join these ladies at this beautiful place. Your MM feels very refreshing to me. Have a great week.

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  14. hopeApril 19, 2010 at 5:48 PM

    I LIKE this one! Never in a million years would I have thought Barmaids...nicely done!

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  15. SouthLakesMomApril 19, 2010 at 6:26 PM

    Just makes me think of one of those bucolic paintings above the bar ... "Calgon, take me away!"

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  16. christopherApril 19, 2010 at 6:52 PM

    Great story...clever contrast indeed.

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  17. SuzApril 19, 2010 at 9:10 PM

    ha ha barmaids! very good

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  18. Sh@KiR@ CKApril 20, 2010 at 1:32 AM

    Barmaids huh? WOW.
    Great insight, G!
    Excellent MM!
    Have you a great week!
    Mine is here
    hugs
    shakira

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  19. SparkleFarkleApril 20, 2010 at 1:45 AM

    God! Believe it or not, when I read your this week's barmaids needing to refresh, my mind leapt back to the "good, ol' days" when THIS STUFF (<-- "Click") was part of the "norm." (EW! Sorry, I didn't mean to offend. It's truly amazing how/what other people's microfiction will inspire. LOL!)

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  20. jabblogApril 20, 2010 at 3:43 AM

    Terrific take - very easy to picture this!

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  21. ♪ Tharangni ♪April 20, 2010 at 4:20 AM

    oww...! poor thing! it must be really tired and sad at the tavern, but, it was really nice! :)
    >>Reply to my post<<
    @Grandma: Thank you!^_^ And yes, I will join in for more because i think its really awesome! :) and sure, i'll see urs! :) Thanks for seeing mine :)

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  22. John's commentsApril 20, 2010 at 4:56 AM

    Let's hear it for the tavern workers! I'm still on the lyrical theme. My micro-fictionMy micro-fiction

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  23. Susan Helene GottfriedApril 20, 2010 at 7:47 AM

    I love this. The piece you wrote and the concept. I may have to jump on board at some point...

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  24. Michael G-GApril 20, 2010 at 3:36 PM

    Glad they at least get a break! Loved your interpretation of this week's MM!

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