It’s time for Friday Fictioneers. I’m piggybacking onto David’s story, because it was so enchanting.
This alleyway looks like it belongs in Europe, where I have never been. Sigh. Someday. I imagine little alleyways like this one.
Rochelle and Janet, I hope you’re having a wonderful visit and maybe even share a memorable culinary experience of your own. Thanks to Kent Bonham for the photo.
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Genre: General (99 words)
Alley of Enchantment
Cradling my waist, he whisked me into the alley. His musky scent mingled with mine while we lingered, his breath on my cheek. I forgot about my aching feet searching for the restaurant with no street name.
“I think I’m hungry,” I said.
“We’re lost. Let’s skip it,” he said, nipping my neck.
Cupping his chin, I whispered, “They say this is the best restaurant in the world.”
He sighed. “It better be.”
In our candlelit corner, we savored a culinary experience that could not be matched. We returned to it in our future visits, pretending to be lost.
AmyReeseWrites 
Fabulous Amy.
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Thanks, Audra.
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Sweet, fun and very visual!
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Thanks, Cathy. I’m glad you thought so!
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Sounds like song lyrics somehow, I could hear it being sung while I read it!
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Oh, I love that. I’m going to try to sing in now! Thanks, Vanessa.
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Playful. I like it very much, Amy.
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Thanks, Honie.
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Great ending Amy. Loved it. Well done.
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Thanks, Summerstommy. I’m glad you liked it.
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Sometimes, the company makes the meal.
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Oh, I think so, Guapo. I need a good dinner out. Having a delicious meal with stimulating conversation…it’s one of my favorite things in life.
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Now that was a good story. Very sensual and romantic.
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Ah thanks, Jackie.
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That was fun.
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Thanks, Dawn. I felt like having a little fun.
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Well I am glad you shared 🙂
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This one has a pretty good flow.
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Thanks, Adam.
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Great story. I’ve had some experiences like that with my wife, especially in Spain where we constantly got lost in all the tiny, winding streets.
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Oh, so cool that I wrote this then. How romantic, David! Being lost in a beautiful place isn’t such a bad thing.
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I am starving after reading that – we found a bistro in Verona that we tried to go back to but could never find again – spooky really – as always sublime writing me deario!
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Jim, what a wonderful compliment. Thank you. I imagine their lost encounters getting more steamy over time. That is spooky story about your bistro and a good premise for a story. It was a special, secret restaurant you found. Or, was it ever there at all?…
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I tend to the latter now…….foggy night…..the river…..screeching owls in the background…….dusty,musty clientele………
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Well, there is a certain romance there. Hmm… I’ve always loved screeching owls.
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Who doesn’t! Too wit too woo
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Hi Amy,
Very atmospheric story, and such passion. You truly have a romantic soul. ron
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Hi Ron,
Thanks for that. I do think of myself as a romantic. I’m glad that came through. It’s hard for it to not sound cliched or forced. Amy
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Lovely romantic story. Whisk me into the alley, please someone!
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Thanks, Perry. Yeah, me too!
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loved this! you turned the alley into something magical 🙂
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Thanks, kz. I like magical!
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Dear Amy,
Sweet romantic story. I loved it that they pretended to be lost. Thanks for inviting me to dinner. 😉
Shalom,
Aunt Matilda
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Dear Aunt Matilda,
Oh, it so good to see you here! Back from your adventures already? You’re welcome. The pleasure is all mine.
Amy
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Ha – I love it that she signed as Aunt Matilda. We had a lovely time in Branson Friday night. I’m sure you’ll see the picture soon. There were 8 Fictioneers there.
– signed Count Monte Crisco de Pillsbury
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Strong undercurrents in this piece, nicely conveyed. Well done.
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Thanks, Sandra. I always appreciate your thoughtful comments.
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I like the touch of spice!
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Thanks, Frank!
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You NEED to go to Europe, Amy. All over Paris, for instance, there are little alleyways to get lost in, and of course, incredible restaurants. You can live out this nice story there!
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Weebs, I would LOVE to go. I’m sure that I lived there in a past life. Italy, I think. I was monk who made wine. I wish, I wish. Hopefully, not before I’m too old to enjoy it. Thanks for reading!
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A lovely tale.
I have to tell you with those little mini ramps in the walkway I would end up flat on my butt or my face (again). It is picture perfect but dangerous for me.
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Thanks, Michelle. Oh, no. Not here, Michelle! Remember, this is the Alley of Enchantment…your dreams will come true here.
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I really enjoyed the playful nature of this fun couple. It’s nice to read things that have a positive vibe and speak of love.
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Charming… what a wonderful place this must be,
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Thanks, Bjorn. I think so, too. I’d like to visit.
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Smoking hot! This is a very cool direction to go in… perfect for the alley shot. Fantastic, Amy!
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Wow! Thanks, Dawn. I appreciate your kind words!
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Aww,such a romantic interlude and what a charming title-loved it!
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Thank you!
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🙂
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You showed two different types of hunger and in doing so, showed two different types of characters. And with dialogue. Obviously, their contrasting ‘hungers’ were compatible and they lived hungrily ever after. 🙂
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Ann, yes, hungry is the key word. They were both satisfied and sated. It’s not a bad way to go. 🙂
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I’m not sure they made it to a ‘restaurant’. Good story.
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Me either, Ted. And if that’s how you would like to interpret, that’s fine with me! Thanks.
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