Written for Sammi’s Weekend Writing Prompt
#452 where we’re asked to be creative in
exactly 72 words using the word ‘letter’.
Also for FOWC With Fandango, using the
word “jive”. Here’s where the prompts took me.
Maurice found his grandfather’s letter tucked inside the sleeve of an old vinyl. The faded ink described underground jazz clubs where musicians would jam until dawn, the saxophones wailing through smoky rooms.
“Your grandmother and I met there,” it read. “She could really jive. Even her eyes had rhythm!”
Maurice smiled, imagining them dancing and sharing laughter. He folded the letter carefully, understanding now why his grandfather always hummed while cooking dinner.
NAR©2026
72 Words
This is “Sing, Sing, Sing (With a Swing)” by Louis Prima from the movie “Swing Kids”
All text and graphics are copyright for Nancy Richy and are not to be used without permission. NAR©2017-present.
The Elephant's Trunk 
Warm kitchen, warm cooking, grandpa’s memories while Maurice is looking. Spin me around the floor!
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Fab comments, Liz! Thanks so much; I’m glad you enjoyed this one.
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Ah, this is beautiful N.!
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So glad you think so, D. Thanks!
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What a delighful story – as for the track, perfect!
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Thank you! My great pleasure! So much energy in this music.
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Trying again. WP said they could not post my comment. I was polite!
I love this song! And Grandpa tapping his toes while he cooks dinner? I could picture that!
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Must be snow gremlins in the cables! Thanks for trying again, Lois.
I love this song, too. Such energy. I’m glad you enjoyed my story and found it relatable. Thanks, Lois.
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Great story- and I am gonna have to look up that movie- I love that one guy that was in House!
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Thanks! You recognized him, too, eh? Apparently he sings and dances as well as acts. I love House!
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Such a sweet story and fab track it’s so evocative 🎶🙌
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It’s just so alive with energy! Thank you, Ange. 🎶✨
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Good combi Nancy!
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Thanks, Di. I’m pleased with it.
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A lovely story Nancy
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Grazie, cara mia.
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Pleasure dear friend
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A very pleasant story, Nancy, and your musical accompaniment was perfect.
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Thanks, Fan. I love the energy of that music.
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A happy nostalgic discovery … I loved your story and I’m swinging away with the fabulous tune, Nancy 🎵💙😍😎
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Thanks, dear friend. That swing music is so good! Enjoy! 🥰🎶
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I won’t be swinging too much today… we’re going for an early walkies, then we’ll hiding inside for the rest of the day … it’s going to be a very hot 43’C … 🌞🌏
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Oh no! Much too hot, my friend. Stay safe and comfy inside. Woof Woof, Frankie! 🥰🐶😎💛
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🐶🌞🐶🥰🌞A Writing and listening to music day
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Your story made me smile, Nancy!
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I’m so pleased to know that! Thank you, Brenda! ☺️
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what a sweet little story Nance! ❤
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Thanks so much, CA. ❤️
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