Blowin’ 07/12/2022 MGAWG Prompt: Wince / Bloviate / (Speculative Fiction) By kevin e collander © 2022 “Batten down the hatches!” Captain Reginald screamed to his mates and guests as they sailed the massive sound. “Avast Yee Mateys. A Nor’easter closing in on the starboard main.” The thirty-six-foot yacht, the Intrepid, yawed to port, its mainsail full. But this was simply a routine tack, and crew of one and guests rolled their eyes as they leaned against the starboard siderails. Again, the skipper was bloviating and again everyone was supposed to play along. They had been there before, many times. Penelope Blinken, in her lemon yellow, chiffon summer dress and matching parasol, screamed with fearful delight as the ship swung about. Waves splashed onto the deck ...
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