Exceptional Broken hearts and memories in every glass. Flash Fiction : From One Who Knows.... by Begin Again 100 Word Dash writing prompt entry

"James!" She stood in the doorway wearing a black lace teddy. "What are you doing here?" "Surprising you!" He handed his fiance a dozen roses. "God, you're beautiful." "Alexis, baby, what's taking you so long?" A man in boxer shorts stood behind her.                               * * * * * * * * * * * * * Devastated, James tried to drink his sorrow away. Alexis's face was at the bottom of every glass.  Tears filled his eyes. On the bar stool beside him, an old man spoke, "My wife ran off back in '99. Took everything." "How did you survive?" He sadly smiled. "Welcome to my house, friend. You can call it home." Writing Prompt Take flash fiction to the extreme. Can you tell a complete story in just 100 words. If so, this is your opportunity to shine. The story can be about any subject you wish, creative approaches are of course encouraged. All stories must have the following: Main Character, Setting, Conflict, Resolution. Recognized Author Notes 100 Words

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