Figurehead 
With Destiny tied to the bowsprit branch, Marlie took command of her tree fort. She steered the pitching ship into the roiling sea of fog-drenched backyard, the surf of snow rising underneath the plunging bow. Over the howling wind she barked orders at her frightened crew.
“Should they really be out there in this weather?”
“They’re dressed for it and they’re under cover in the tree fort. Tommy will let her know when he’s had enough.”
“Maybe. Oh, here he is now. Tommy. Are you okay?”
“I had to walk the plank.”
“There’s hot chocolate in the galley, Mate.”
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The January 31, 2019, Carrot Ranch prompt: In 99 words (no more, no less) write a story about sea mist. How does it create an environment for a story? It can set the stage or take the stage. Go where the prompt leads.
I was led back to Marlie and her Destiny Doll . You may remember her as the prophetess or maybe even as a Warrior.
I love that Marlie has Destiny tied to the bowsprit branch. Too cute!
Poor Tommy having to walk the blank. Good thing there’s chocolate in the hold – hot at that. 🙂
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It’s funnier still when we recall how Destiny Doll must appear by now, having had her hair roughcut with grass shears, been through caves, earthquakes and landslides and who knows what else since then. Not your typical bowsprit figurehead, but suits Marlie just fine. It’s Tommy I worry about.
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I agree. I don’t think Destiny would cut as fine a figure as Mary but we don’t all have to be fashion plates. Yeah, Tommy could be in for some rocky patches with big sister Marlie.
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The Destiney Doll looks like my Barbies that survived horses, logging camps and haircuts. Ah, good memories! Tommy will be fine.
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Tommy should be grateful for that doll. He might have been the figurehead. What kind of chainsaw did your Barbie run?
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Husquavarna, although I grew up and married a Stihl man. Barbie approved.
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