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I am a 40 year old married mother of two teenage boys. I live for writing, especially romance. Love the happily ever after scenerio. The best thing about writing for me is the ability to lose yourself in your work, and feel as if you've accomplished something great. At the end of the day, that's all that really matters.

The Interview

PROMPT: INTERVIEW, WHISPER, CUP ~ 300 words or less

My latest job interview had me sweating uncontrollably. I knew this was another dead end, there would be no job for me, but here I sat, my shirt soaking up the sweat that continued to run from under my arms. One by one the prospective hopefuls came in and out of the boss’ office; not one of them happily, making me close my eyes.

My throat parched, uneasiness settling into the pit of my stomach. I had to drink something before my voice came out gruff and rugged, ruining what little chance I had left. I moved to the water cooler, took a paper cup and filled it to the brim. I downed the cool liquid quickly, filled the cup again draining that one and returned to my seat.

“Eva Jones,” the secretary called.

I stood and followed, praying with every step towards the office.

“Have a seat, Miss Jones,” the woman behind the big desk said, engrossed in paperwork.

I sat, the temperature in this room much cooler than the outer office and breathed a sigh of relief.

“Your resume looks good,” she said, finally moving her eyes to me, her blue orbs widening in shock.

I swallowed hard, trying not to show my utter embarrassment.

“Oh my,” she said.

I cringed, knowing I would have to explain myself. “Menopause,” I uttered, my voice barely above a whisper.

She slammed her hands down onto the desk. “Oh God, don’t you just hate that? Insomnia, hot flashes, anger at the flip of a switch. What a nightmare.”

I nodded, my mind racing wondering if this would help my cause or hinder it.

“Can you start tomorrow?”

My jaw dropped. Who would’ve thought the nightmare of menopause would lead to a job?

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