Unexpected Species

Ralph and Jimmy. Two southern boys experiencing something new.

"Hey Ralph, you ever see a critter like that?" Jimmy asks with a rather strong southern drawl.

"How can I NOT see it!? It's right in front of both of us, Mr. Brilliant." replies Ralph with an equally strong southern melody.

"Sooooo... what do you think? What the hell is it?" Jimmy's impatience is famous in these here parts.

"Now, Jimmy. How in tarnation do you figure that I'd know any better 'an you!?" Ralph was getting annoyed with his buddy.

"Well I'm just wonderin' if ya think it would be ok if we touched it. You know, just to have a look-see?" Jimmy's curiosity is also famous.

"Well you go right ahead, Jimmy, and do that if you think that'll stop your mouth from flappin' so dadburn much." Ralph anxiously watches.

"Wooooo-We! Look, Ralph! It's all gooey and...."


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As always, feedback of any kind is welcome!

This was an experiment in the use of dialogue to tell a story.