Jordie’s uncle told him years ago that the only way to catch a band-legged Splocket was a bright pink cookie with blue sprangles. And here was his chance. Her cave had collapsed. Thank goodness he’d made the cookie five years ago and kept it in the freezer. Donning his protective helmet he moved forward, step by achingly slow step. The sides of the cave moved. A growl. Jordie dangled the cookie. Silence. He slid forward. A yelp. The uppermost slab lifted . . . lifted, a pink banded leg emerged, then another. What the hell? His brother already clutched the Splocket in a leg-lock!
Up From the Ashes 
It’s a nice trip through a kid’s world. The reference to the scary creature was quite realistic. Creatures that scare kids are slightly different from the ones that scare adults
LikeLike
Thank you, Larry. This prompt was a bit odd for me so I just took it and ran.
LikeLike
It struck me as weird too. That’s why I wrote something weird in response
LikeLike
haha. I was wondering what he was holding and now it’s clear to me. Five years is a long time to wait, especially only to discover your brother’s got there before you!
LikeLike
Really! Siblings can be so rude.
LikeLike
We can only do what we can do. Cheers!
LikeLike
Good thing he had the helmet on. No telling what that thing is capable of! :-p
LikeLike
Indeed. And it’s so small, too! Thanks for reading!
LikeLike
I didn’t realise he was holding something. Full marks for taking the prompt literally, it was a very amusing story too.
LikeLike
After the prompt with the light above the stage and realizing that so many people noticed the fixture resembled a flying dragon-monster, I’ve taken more time to really study the contents of the pictures. Thanks for reading my piece and finding humor in it. Always appreciate your input, Sandra. Alicia
LikeLike
This is a delightful story. Like Sandra, I didn’t even realize he was holding the “pink cookie.” Observation clearly isn’t my forte. Anyway, this was a joy to read, as it brought me back to the fun of child’s play. Well done!
LikeLike
Thanks! Being a child is fun. (Even though it’s been almost forever since I really was one.)
LikeLike
You had me at the title; I love that name.
janet
LikeLike
Thanks so much. I look forward to your responses to my stories. Cheers!
LikeLike
This is a delightful story, Alicia. I had a smile on my face from beginning to end.
LikeLike
Karen, thanks for stopping by and giving my Splocket a glance.
LikeLike
I like it. I’ll bet splockets are cute too!
LikeLike
I think it’s all about the pink. Thanks, Perry
LikeLike
Yoo-hooo! another adventure story.. always love this genre.. loved this one too Alicia !
LikeLike
Horus, thanks so much! Adventures are the BEST!
LikeLike
After all this time and beaten to the punch! And he had the cookie ready too.
A lovely look into kids’ imaginations (and yours too of course!).
LikeLike
Thank you! Where WOULD we be without imagination? No writing, no plays, no movies. No fun.
LikeLike
Poor Jordie must be feeling a little hard done by 😉
LikeLike
Indeed! Beaten by the brother once again.
LikeLike
Dear Alicia,
Fun and imaginative use of the prompt.
For any who might read, I have it on good authority he’s holding a mini-frisbee.
Shalom,
Rochelle
LikeLike
Thanks, Rochelle, I was wondering what the heck that was.
LikeLike
What a disappointment after all that work! At least he still has the cookie. He can eat that for consolation since the Splocket won’t be getting it. Humorous take on the prompt. Well written. 🙂
LikeLike
Thank you for your kind words. This prompt definitely had me stumped.
LikeLike
Love it! Happy Easter!
LikeLike
Thanks and a Happy Easter to you, too!
LikeLike
So enjoy the child’s view here. Perseverance, faithful hope and belief in all things extraordinary…why else keep a cookie prepared 5 years. Darn those siblings anyway!
LikeLike
Thanks, Shandra. I imagine the cookie is quite icky by now!
LikeLike
Nice! I love the suspense of a childhood adventure. 🙂
LikeLike
Sometimes I miss it, sometimes I recreate. Thanks!
LikeLike
Like so many others here, I never saw the pink thing in his hand! Good eye, and great job finding the less obvious item in the photo. Such a sweet kid-centered story, Alicia! I’m wondering: last word in the first sentence, did you mean “sprinkles,” or is sprangles a clever creation? Just curious… Sweet story!
LikeLike
Dawn, thanks for the question. It really is supposed to be sprangles. I had a hard time with this prompt so just ran with it. Play on!
LikeLike
Well then, kudos for creativity! Nice job. 😉
LikeLike
a playful take on the prompt. delightful 🙂
LikeLike
Thank you K.Z. This one really stumped me this time. But you seemed to carry on as usual. Good job.
LikeLike
Such fun! Loved reading this. I hope he doesn’t have to wait another five years to catch a Splocket 🙂
LikeLike
Thank you! Maybe tomorrow, if the cookie is still around. HA!
LikeLike
i think your interpretation of the prompt fit it to a tee. well done.
LikeLike
Why thank you! What a lovely compliment.
LikeLike
A bit of Alice in Wonderland Vibe going on in here!
LikeLike
I hadn’t thought of it that way . . . Thanks for a different “look” at it.
LikeLike
LOL, cute story and very well-written 🙂
LikeLike
Thanks, Madison, glad you read the story and liked it.
LikeLike
O brother where art thou? Catching Splockets apparently. Nicely done.
LikeLike
Thanks for stopping by to read about Splockets
LikeLike
Very funny! Love the band-legged splockett 😀
LikeLike
Thanks!
LikeLike
I didn’t notice the pink 5 yr. old cookie until you mentioned it. What a fun piece. I enjoyed this very much. 🙂
LikeLike
Thanks! I always appreciate your comments!
LikeLike
Brothers, eh! Always spoiling things. Fun little story from the child’s pov.
LikeLike
Whoops, hit enter by mistake. I borrowed my friend’s, and when they became a pain, I could go home!
LikeLike
Very good take on the photo prompt.
LikeLike
Also meant to say, I can really picture your story
LikeLike
Thanks for both your replies. I’m glad you took the time to read the story. “See” you again on Wednesday.
LikeLike
Indeed!
LikeLike
such a cute story. now i’m wondering who got the prize cookie. 🙂
LikeLike
I’m thinking no one would want it – it’s so old! Thanks for reading and your lovely comment. Cheers!
LikeLike
I love how you’ve incorporated so much of the prompt in your story. Fancy having kept that cookie for five years! Lovely story.
LikeLike
Why, thank you! Thanks for taking the time to read about pink cookies!
LikeLike
the “splocket” reminds me of when i was in boy scouts, when we were sent on a scavenger hunt to another campsite and were told to ask for a “lefthanded sky hook.” took a few years before we understood why the other scoutmasters were laughing and then handed us a random chunk of metal. well done.
LikeLike
Thanks, brainsnorts, it’s funny the myths that are pressed upon us as children. Plus, it’s awfully fun remembering them with a bit of humor. That’s what being a kid is all about, yes?
LikeLike
double yes
LikeLike
Alas that his hard work went in vain! Siblings can be quite the nuisance sometimes- but hey, hopefully these two will share,or something. And I want a band-legged splocket!
LikeLike
Look in the couch!
LikeLike