One picture but thousands of poor people are increasingly oppressed.
One picture of sadness and frustration.
A picture of neglect. A picture of endless suffering.
A picture of truth.
Let’s slide, and muddy roll. But tomorrow a new morning will spring up and green leaves in the corner will rejoice and blossom with a sweet smile.
It’s time to have fun. Who knows?
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleA unique take on the “Green” prompt. Many emotions in a few words – suffering, oppression, the unfairness of life, and to top it all off a bit of humor and whimsy. Excellent writing.
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This is lovely Lotchie! A great and well-written story about finding happiness in hardship. I love the imagery between the mud and the green of the leaves. I picture hope versus oppression as being colors such as green and brown. This has many layers, love it!
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleHello, Melissa. I am so honored that you liked my short story. Thank you so much.
Lotchie, your micro story is fabulous ???? ???? You really made my day when you said: “It’s time to have fun. Who knows?” – Absolutely love this attitude. You are exactly right – when the world has gone mad, it is time to have fun!
Keep Writing!
Thank you so much, Chris. Thank you for all the kind words and inspiration.
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleReally enjoyed this Lotchie! My favorite line is “Let’s slide, and muddy roll.” That line is packing some poetic imagery/feeling with only 5 words, well done.
Thank you for enjoying my short story, Jess. I appreciate it so much.
Lotchie, this is an incredible story – just what micro fiction should be. You’ve combined tragedy, heartache and suffering with hope and humor. Really amazing. You are a great writer! Where is the picture from?
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The photo was taken when I was on my way to our local church last Sunday, March 13, 2022.
I love this story, Lotchie, I really do! So much said in so few words, but words that hit home. I agree with Fuji, this is just how micro-fiction should be. Good job!
Hello, Linda. Thanks for loving and liking my micro-fiction. I am very pleased with all your kind and encouraging words.
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleI guess the tragedy you describe, like your picture, is inspired from experiences in your country. Many are suffering the conditions you point out, maybe not always with the same kind of optimism you show. Good writing!
Thank you, Christer.
Thanks for sending me on a roller coaster of emotions but nevertheless ending on an optimistic note, Lotchie.
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleI’m so thankful I made you feel that way, Margarida. It seems that my micro-story did its purpose. Thank you so much for all your kind words.
Lotchie, your story is beautiful and leaves your reader with hope that just maybe tomorrow would be better. There is great contrast and I like the idea that your protagonist looked for something fun to do, even in hardship. Great story!
Hello, Marianna. Thank you for reading and liking my story. Your comment makes me happy.
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleA lovely piece of writing Lotchie, one that leaves you with the feeling that there could be a rainbow around any corner.
Thank you for reading and commenting, Carrie. It means a lot to me.
I’m so glad your story got so much recognition, Lotchie. I definitely voted for your story – actually, I can’t get it out of my head! Why? Who knows?
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleWow. Thank you so much for voting on my story, Julie. I am so blessed and overwhelmed by all your good words.
I love this, Lotchie. I definitely see a timely message in it about finding something to be joyous about in grim circumstances.
Thank you so much for liking and loving my story, Kayja.
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleCongratulations Lotchie! I’m so pleased for you. Celebrate and enjoy your achievement.
Thank you so much, Linda. Cheers!
That’s beautiful, Lotchie. At the end of it all, there’s so much hope for better times to come. Kudos to you.
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You are welcome, Lotchie:)
Short story yet full of emotions. You got me hooked up in reading it since the first words!
Please, keep up the good work.
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleThank you so much for liking my story, Lorena. Your words make my day.