This was it, the X on my map.
I had ventured into the great barren plains with my goal clearly set in mind. Through sheer grit and determination did I make my way through the harsh conditions. My labours had yielded results. The huge protrusion in the ground began parting as I stepped towards it. Its insides emitted a golden glow so strong, that I had to shield my eyes. The aroma instantly made my mouth water. I’d found my treasure.
The perfect baked giant-potato…
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Hahahaha, I love the absurdity of this piece! I also love the reference to “The Martian”!
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Thanks so much, Tien! 😀
I always find it a risk getting into absurd or weird fiction. It is definitely not for everyone!
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That’s brilliant. So funny. I thank you for my lunchtime laugh 🙂
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Like a dream, and equally as crazy!
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Hahaha! 😉
Thank You! 😀
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Nice surprise at the end there!
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i hope that one day you will start putting together e-books of your writings.
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That always ends up remaining in the planning stage! Sigh! 😦
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