Written for Friday Fictioneers, where our host Rochelle
encourages us to be creative by writing a story in
100 words or less using the photo shown below.
Here’s where the photo prompt took me.
“Martha, must we perpetuate this pagan ritual year after year?”
(“Oh, God! No!”)
“Wonderful! This vermin-infested ersatz evergreen disgusts me!”
(“This is dreadful!”)
“Exactly! Hard to believe we’re in agreement!”
(“No! No!”)
“Yes, yes, you loon! We agreed; no tree!”
(“No! Stop!”)
“Now we’re disagreeing? Martha, have you gone insane….shouting and staring out the window?”
“Shut up, George, and call the police.”
“About a Christmas tree?”
“No, you idiot! The man in the yellow house is strangling his wife!”
“She likely insisted he hang the bloody Christmas lights!”
“CALL NOW!”
“Alright, Martha! But I know exactly how that man feels, poor bastard!”
NAR©2025
100 Words
Nancy’s Notes: If you’d like to read how George & Martha began, click HERE.
This is “I’m Dressing Up Like Santa” by Mark Wright
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The Elephant's Trunk 
I’m not exactly sure why, but this reminds me of a British comedy from the ’70s or ’80s. Great dialogue!
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That’s a good vibe to be having. I’ve written about these two before and there are definitely Brit overtones. Thanks!
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Dear Nancy,
Never a dull moment with George and Martha. 😉 Love the song. I hadn’t heard that one. It’s always entertaining at the Elephant’s Trunk. 😀
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Thanks for a lovely comment, Rochelle. As a writer, being able to connect with my readers is my goal. I’m delighted to know you find my site entertaining. Mission accomplished!
Shalom
🕊️
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I shouldn’t laugh about such a serious matter… but it’s so much fun.
The dialogue is perfect.
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Laugh away! I won’t tell anyone. Thanks very much!
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an ending i didn’t expect. hopefully, the cops will come in time to save her life.
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Yes, me too! Thanks, plaridel.
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Just giggling!
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Giggle away, Chris! I love writing about George & Martha. Thanks!
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Hahahaha! A class ending! I loved it! ❤
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Great! I do love George & Martha! Thanks so much, CA!
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Oh my, I’m laughing my head off. LOL!
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So glad you enjoyed George & Martha. I love these two characters. Thanks, Lisa!
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Brilliant, Nancy – love Georges final few words!
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Good old George …. he of the silver tongue! 😂
Thanks very much, my dear Keith.
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Families at Christmas, it can get tense. Watch out Martha you might be next. There is a comic tone with seriousness in the story which I enjoyed.
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Thank you, Anonymous! George & Martha are two or my favorite characters.
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That was awesome.
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Thanks very much, Mark!
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Well, that took a dastardly turn!
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The infamous Sicilian Curveball at work! 😂
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I guess Christmas is right around the corner and it is good to know that you have already gotten into the spirit of things.
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It’s really too early for me, Jim, but seeing a tree in the corner of the photo prompt pushed me in that direction. We’ll get there soon enough!
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Let’s celebrate Thanksgiving first and then we can turn to Christmas.
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Yikes! Too early for Christmas for me (Nov barely sprung. But I’ll forgive you because this was so good! 🐧🐧
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Whew! It is much too early; I was swayed by the hint of a tree in the photo prompt. 🎄🎅🏼
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😉
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“Rear Window.”
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Such a good movie.
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Oh no! There is a crime in progress
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George better call fast!
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Yes- pronto
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Oh, I’ve missed George and Martha!
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Me too, D! Thanks!
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That is my evening laugh thanks Nancy
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Thank you, Brian! I haven’t written about George & Martha in quite a while. It’s always a pleasure for me; I’m delighted to know you enjoyed them.
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I think George is an Alien, he doesn’t seem to be on the same planet as Martha … and a ‘snappy’ song, Nancy, but no song from me. It’s 10.00 pm and I haven’t finished my post yet!
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An excellent way to describe George!
Thank you, dear Ivor. Sleep well. 😴🥰
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I’m guessing this conversation is more common than what’s expected. The video is a new one for me and very different. Great post Nancy !!!
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Thank you, Ernie. I’ve written many stories about George & Martha; they are a dysfunctional couple who would rather die than live apart, even though they are so rude to each other. I should have included a link to my earlier stories; I didn’t think of it.
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I’ll have to look them up.
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I added a link if you or anyone is interested. Thanks, Ernie.
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Thanks for making it easy!!!
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A pleasure, my friend! Enjoy the weekend.
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George lives happily in a world of his own
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Exactly. Thanks, Neil.
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😅so funny Nancy – do they live next door to Harold and May?🤣
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Hahaha! Thanks, Ange!
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