Art by Alucard

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Author Katie takes a break from writing to stroll on the beach – covering up with her favorite blue kimono mini-dress.

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The rented condo in the exclusive beachside resort was the perfect place for me to rejuvenate myself and get some focused writing done. It had already been a productive day; dozens of pages had flown from my fingertips – despite the distraction of the condo’s stunning view of the ocean, or the sounds of the crashing surf.

I figured it was time for a well-deserved break. Besides, the cleaning crew would be there to refresh and restock the condo for the remainder of my stay. I’d feel awkward if I was hanging out there while they worked, as well as unproductive. So why not head on down to the beach for a stroll and maybe even a quick dip?

I donned my cute pink bikini and my chunky-soled sandals and prepared to head out. I paused for a moment though, remembering the last time I’d slinked down to the beach in only my bikini. Apparently some of the other, more prudish residents had complained that I was in violation of some HOA rules on ‘appropriate apparel in public spaces.’

At the time I really felt bad for the gentleman from the facility management team. He had to take a break from supervising his service crews to come intercept me on my way back from the beach. He pulled up in his golf cart, blocking my path, and asked politely if he could speak with me about a homeowner complaint.

Alright, I’ll be the first to admit my bikini was a little snug and a little light on coverage. I have to give him credit, he managed to keep from openly gawking at me, but I could see the flush in his cheeks and the sparks in his eyes as he stole quick looks when he thought I was glancing away. But he was a perfect gentleman about it – and handsome, too.

I would LOVE it, I thought, if I ran into him again (and got to enjoy making him nervous while he was stealing glances again). Walking out in my bikini again might be the best way to ensure that happened. But I didn’t want to cause him – or myself – any trouble with the other homeowners.

So I went into my closet and pulled out one of my favorite beach cover-ups, a navy-blue-and-lavender floral print kimono mini-dress. It was comfy to wear, stretchy and satin smooth, and with beautiful high slits and cut-outs in all the right places! And the cheongsam-style button collar drew the fabric in to hug my curves sensually.

In my personal opinion, it was almost as alluring and eye-catching as the bikini alone – and yet, wouldn’t run afoul of those stuffy HOA rules!

I grabbed my woven jute beach bag and sunglasses and set out on the walkway between the condos that lead to the beach access. I hadn’t gone far when I heard the familiar hum of an electric golf cart coming up behind me. I turned and lowered my sunglasses, movie-star style, to catch the eyes of the handsome facilities manager.

“Oh dear…” I cooed in a playful tone. “Are you here to check up on my attire? Or perhaps inspect me for wardrobe malfunctions?”

His face flushed again while he flashed a big smile. “Uh, no, Miss…” he said in an equally playful tone. “I’m just watching to make sure you get down to the beach safely. You know, there have been reports of space toads and froglins accosting beautiful women such as yourself…”

“You just made that up…there are no such things as froglins or space toads, are there? Those are just creatures dreamed up to fuel women’s fantasies of being abducted by mischievous creatures, right?”

The man grinned broadly and winked. “Maybe they are, maybe they aren’t…but why risk it?” He patted the bench seat next to him. “How about I give you a ride down to the beach, just to be on the safe side?”

“What a chivalrous gentleman you are,” I smirked back at him while taking a seat beside him. “Onward, my gallant knight!”

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The little pink bikini in question:

And froglin abductions aren’t totally unheard of around here:

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