Jolly Rancher
“I don’t get it.” Silvia stared through the café window at her uncle, who had ridden his horse into town rather than driving in the car with his wife and visiting niece.
“Don’t get what, Sil?” Mel looked up from her crossword.
“Why people call him the jolly rancher.”
Mel raised an eyebrow. “You see that sour face?”
“Yeah, and?”
Well, that’s how he usually looks. But he does a lot of good things for people in need around here. Kinda sweet, huh?”
“I still don’t get it.”
Shaking her head, Mel said, “You’ve never eaten the candy, have you?”
Out of nowhere today, the idea for this story popped into my head, demanding to be written. And no, I’ve never tasted Jolly Rancher candy. I truly have no idea where this came from!
Do other writers have this kind of craziness happen? I’m curious. Weigh in, folks. Which one of your stories has come about in a similar fashion?
All of my stories are inspired by a word someone said. The actions, choices, decisions and life of everyone I know, meet, read about and what other say. Lol. I have tasted jolly rancher candy. I understand why he is called that. Kindness shows on some people. It doesn't on him. Lol.
I don’t know where most of my story ideas come from. Random thoughts just find their way into my head! 🤣
With that said, sometimes a single word, image, or line from a conversation inspire me.