It Happened Again

At my doctor’s clinic, I again encountered “Bot1”; nearly running over people in front of me. It seemed to be coming towards me; to its whims I’d nearly succumbed. No, “excuse me”, “Lookout” or a “Kiss my big rubber wheels”. In front of me, it turned and stopped, screaming, “Clear the hall, I have things to do!” I tried to go around the bully but, it spun around and screamed again; I said back, “You’re in my way now, you spinning bucket of tin!” “Bot1” blinked red lights, backed away and backed itself up; turning into another room, it sat there, seeming to have given up. As I walked past the door, I felt it leer at me. I sped up my pace and looking back I saw it rolling out again; oh how I wanted to flee. As I neared the exit, once again it screamed; this time it was picking on someone else, it seems. Humans are supposed to control that “Bot1” but, I doubt one was that day; it was the rudest monstrosity I’ve encountered any day. So if you encounter a clinic, “Bot”, don’t let it push you around; just feel free to insult it back and stand your own ground.
Copyright © | Year Posted 2018

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Pandit Avatar
December 14, 2018 at 11:10 AM
Very original theme..kudos for the creativity. I know exactly what to do now when I encounter one. I have seen the ads..they work exactly as you describe, MLK.
Kiser Avatar
December 14, 2018 at 8:07 PM
They're very obnoxious, although I suppose their creators think they're cute. Anyway thanks for dropping by to read and comment.
Trifiatis Avatar
December 14, 2018 at 10:32 AM
Entertaining but disturbingly story especially as Christmas is here dearest, MLK! Hope you won't have another such encounter! Superbly written!
Kiser Avatar
December 14, 2018 at 8:05 PM
Yes, I had it at a clinic where my doctor is. The thing was in a real mood. Thanks for dropping by.
Kendrick Avatar
December 14, 2018 at 9:12 AM
Cute one.. I haven't encountered one of these. Good humorous work. Sara
Kiser Avatar
December 14, 2018 at 10:09 AM
I think people running those things may be having a bit of dark fun...it spins, darts in and out in front of people, cutting them off, etc., this particular day, it was moody! Glad you stopped by again...happy holidays to you.
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