Journey, a 100-word story by Bruce Arbuckle

Gladys has noticed a trend amongst her friends to relinquish pastimes they previously enjoyed and take up unpleasant activities they used to scorn.

These pursuits  are no longer described as hobbies but as “journeys”.

She sits in the pub waiting for three friends to finish their spinning class (apparently, part of a “wellness journey”).

Sipping a gin and tonic she wonders if she is missing out.

Perhaps she should go on a journey.

When her friends arrive, looking flushed and exhausted, they each order sparkling water and something called a Buddha Bowl.

Gladys decides she is happy where she is.

A 100 word story written by Bruce Arbuckle, inspired by the random word prompt “trend”

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