Fifty Word Contest - A fresh start
After a very long absence (and I'm really sorry for this) I'm back among my very dear and talented 50-worders or "the clan". The last two months of the year were absolutely hectic but now things started to settle. So, I'm joining again @jayna's challenge, Fifty Word Contest. This week prompt is clean and I chose to use it as part of a proverb.
Derek looked at the huge building and felt small. The windows mirroring the morning sun somehow frightened him. Who knows what he will find behind those walls?
Taking a deep breath and with a big smile on his face, he pushed the door. After all, a new broom sweeps clean.
The image I used for this short story is an edit of one of my photos. I took it during a coffee break at work and I felt is quite fit for this post. Tall buildings can be very intimidating, especiallyfor those starting a new job or returning to the office after a long absence. 😉
Check out the challenge started by me and @erikah, SeasonChallenge. We would love to learn about your impressions towards the Winter (these being the theme until 28th of February).
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Welcome back, @roxy-cat! I'm so glad you're finding time for 50-word stories again. Did you see it is now a weekly contest? I decided to switch things up a few weeks ago.
I really enjoyed reading your story. It has all the important components: a character (Derek), a conflict (his fear of entering the tall, intimidating building), and a resolution (his decision to face his fear and enter the building). I'm not sure if he is a cleaning person, or if the "new broom" reference is a metaphor for a fresh start. Either way, it's an interesting read, and I like the character's small victory in the end!
Thank you for your nice comment, @jayna. I know you changed things a bit but it is still a pleasure to participate. 🙂
The proverb I used is an English one meaning that a new employee will do a better job than an old one. I learned it last month when I returned to work and I switched teams. I'm a newbie on this department but the pressure is quite high. However I love adrenaline. 🙂
Ha ha, good thing you do! Good luck with the new job. I like that expression and will certainly find it handy.
Thank you, @jayna. 🙂