
A Second Quack At Life
“Oh mother!” Puddles exclaimed, surveying his heavenly surroundings. “This is not good.”
“Quuuaaaak!” He shrieked, jumping in shock, as a flustered duck abruptly appeared beside him.
“I’m L-Lucky,” said the duck, attempting to swiftly regain her composure.
Puddles looked her in the eye. “Erm… Unfortunately I think you might be somewhat mistaken,” he said, indicating their surroundings.
“My name is ‘Lucky’,” clarified the duck.
“Oh!… My sincere apologies.” said Puddles.
“Where do you think we are?” questioned Lucky.
“Afterlife, I’m presuming,” responded Puddles.
“Oh!…That means we must be…” concluded Lucky.
“Yep,” interrupted Puddles. “Must be…”
They stood, in contemplative silence.
After some minutes, Lucky could no longer contain herself. “I just thought the storm wind might assist in my quest for flight. The last thing I recall, as I spread my wings, was a massive gust.”
“I didn’t want to take shelter,” added Puddles, relieved to be able to speak. “I just wanted to experience the storm. The last thing I remember was a huge flash.”
“D’you think we could become angels?” enquired Lucky. “I mean, since we have wings, we are surely halfway there?”
Puddles couldn’t quite imagine angels named ‘Puddles’ and ‘Lucky’, let alone him becoming one; but he didn’t wish to dampen Lucky’s optimism. “I guess anything is possible.”
Contemplative silence swiftly resumed.
Suddenly a deep voice resounded around them. “Lucky and Puddles, it is not your time. I am sending you back.”
The ducks glanced at one another and gulped.
“Uh oh!” They murmured in unison, bracing themselves for potential impact.
“Oooooh, this is rather high,” Lucky thought dizzily. Farmer Tate stood below; unable to fathom how a flightless duck could have gotten onto the two-storey high farmhouse roof.
“If Farmer Tate can get me down, then I promise I will never ever ever attempt to fly again,” said Lucky sincerely.
Meanwhile…
“Arghhhh!” yelled Puddles, back on the lake, as he turned to see his tail feathers smoking. After ungracefully extinguishing his bottom, he thought…
“Maybe next time I will consider advice very carefully.”
God smiled.
“Angels? What a thought…”
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleYour story made me smile Paula. I could just imagine the confusion of those ducks believing they were angels. At least they got a second chance ?
Cheers. The intention was to make readers smile. Pleased you enjoyed.
This is such a jolly read Paula. I felt as though I were sitting on my Mothers knee asking all sorts of questions. My Granddaughter would love this read to her. Well done.
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleThanks Eric. I would love to know what your Granddaughter thinks of the story. I hope she enjoys.
Such fun and great story, Paula. I rather like the idea of ducks as angels and I’ll be having a close look at the wild ducks on my dam tomorrow morning 🙂
Thanks Sandra. A few days after writing the story I was watching some ducks in a pond being rained upon by a fountain. It made me smile.
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleThis is so sweet! It could make a lovely children’s book I think.
Cheers Nikki. I would love to write a children’s book.
Who couldn’t have a smile on their face reading this Paula. Kids and adults alike would love reading the adventures of such adorable characters as Puddles and Lucky. A really fun read.
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleThanks Linda. I am really pleased that you enjoyed it.
This is such a fun and different story, Paula. The idea is great, the dialogue flows very well and the element of surprise is there to turn the story in an unexpected direction. Both readers and God have to smile.
Thank you Christer. I woke up this morning to a number of such amazing comments. I enjoy writing fun stories like this. Knowing I have made others smile is the best feeling.
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleI love the humor in your story! The innocence of your characters is captivating!
Thank you for your comment Danielle. I am really pleased you enjoyed.
I like the characters, such a lovely story, Paula. ?
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleThanks Brigitta.
Wow. This is a different story, entertaining and very funny. I can’t help myself by smiling throughout the story. I love it, and I am sure kids will love it too.
Really pleased you enjoyed. I loved writing it and it’s so cool to know it is making people smile.
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleYou’re welcome, Paula. You did a good job.