Small is Beautiful (The Unthinkable, 150-word Challenge) 
by Nancy Kaminski 
(c) March 19, 2003 
 
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"No! Absolutely not!" Nick circled the vehicle, horrified. "Lacroix,  
this is unspeakable! You of all people should have better taste. And  
what about safety?" 
 
"Six air bags, Nicholas, not that it matters." 
 
"No---what about protection from the sun??" 
 
Lacroix sighed. "Planning, Nicholas. The occasion never arises. And  
it's perfect for city traffic." 
 
"Well, I'm not riding in it. I have my limits." 
 
"Very well then, follow me in your vehicle," Lacroix said serenely,  
and slid into his new car. 
 
A half hour later Lacroix waited for Nick, who as usual had to search  
for a parking spot large enough for the Caddy. When Nick finally  
appeared, Lacroix was surrounded by a bevy of cooing, admiring,  
giggling girls. 
 
"Wow," Nick said, awestruck at the sight. 
 
"I can park anywhere," Lacroix said smugly. "Plus---it's a chick  
magnet." 
 
"You win, Lacroix. I want one. Where's the nearest Mini Cooper  
dealership?" 
 
FINIS 
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