It was Jo-Jo’s plan.
Break, enter, grab the artwork, drive.
But, she was home. A shot was fired.
A delay – the painting, which one?
Then sirens and a chase.
He’d had years to think about it.
Vivid in his memory, the searing heat of the asphalt on his face.
Jennifer M. Smith is a thinker, a tailor, an author, a sailor, but she’s no thief.
Love this! Had to read it several times to figure it out and loved the mystery of it all – perfect for me to think about as I continue on with my day! I also love the author’s very intriguing description of herself and will definitely go searching for more of her pieces …
How can someone make 50 words say a 1000! This author is so sharp, clear, insightful. Beautiful.
I amazed at the author’s ability to create not only a vivid scene, but a whole story line in only 50 words. I’l be thinking about this one for a while!
That should be ‘I’m amazed” – proofreading fail!
Excellent word visual – beats a 30 minute spot on TV – best of all no commercials to dull the brain! Keep it up