Advent Drabble 7 - Fireplace

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For fobsongfacts

“Hang on,” Pete says, “this fireplace requires wood.”

“Most fireplaces do,” says Patrick.

“No.” Pete shakes his head. “Not fireplaces in California. Those fireplaces require electricity!”  

“But we are not in California anymore,” Patrick says. “You whisked me away for a romantic weekend in the mountains.”

“When it said the room came with a fireplace, I didn’t know it meant a fireplace like the pioneers had.”

“There’s wood stacked right next to it. We can just use that wood.”

“And light it how? With the power of our minds?”

“With a match.”

Pete looks impressed. “You’re practically a Boy Scout!”

Comments

[chocolamousse]

“Not fireplaces in California. Those fireplaces require electricity!”
But Pete! You miss the best! The crackling! The smell! The whimsical (yes, I read yesterday's drabble) dance of the flames! Also I'm sure the sight of Patrick lighting the wood like a hot lumberjack is going to convert you.