Runaway

If only I can reach the side before she can get a hold of me…

The Wicked Witch of the West has nothing on this crazy woman–the way she laughs after pulling me in the river!

Someone SAVE ME!

Author’s note: A photo-prompt story–Thank you, Karsten Winegeart for the inspiring photo (available on Unsplash.com)

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5 thoughts on “Runaway”

hahahha; didn’t see that coming: short and snappy :)

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Shaily Agrawal says:

Jul 13, 2026 at 12:55 pm

Thanks, John! I had a German Shepherd growing up and he hated bathing. :D So, I knew what this dog was thinking! :)

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1. johnlmalone says:
  
  Jul 14, 2026 at 4:05 am
  
  hahaha; yes, it sounded authentic —
  
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