100 Words on Place

Another 100 word challenge by Velvet Verbosity, this time the word was "place". A lot came to mind with this one, it can go so many different ways. A physical place, a less substantial place-in-the-world place, searching for a place, so many options. I decided to go with my first thought which was "placemats". If there is one thing that improv has taught me, it is how to look at suggestions in a new and interesting way. So, here you go!



"The table was bare. The soft clink of silverware being set down, accompanied by the soft rhythmic clicking of the ceiling fan filled the room. Plates and napkins, meticulously folded, were next. Chairs gently pushed into place, barely brushing the tablecloth. She stood, carefully measuring the distances and counting utensils.

Place mats. She had forgotten the placemats. Stifling a sob, she rushed to the cabinet, organized first by size, then colour, then date. Two placemats, then fix the stack. It was all ruined now. The process must be repeated, and she would not be eating tonight. Not with this travesty."