Hello! Welcome to another edition of Rochelle’s Friday Fictioneers a story in 100 words inspired by the lovely photo provided this week by Dale. Click here to read the other stories inspired by the photo.
Reflections
Words 100
“Wh…at?”
“Let’s end this.” Sahas’ voice was flat.
“Why? You were so happy on our 25th anniversary…”
“After Tara’s marriage, I felt it was my last obligation.”
“Did I do something wrong? I will be better. I swear.”
He shook his head. “I want out.”
“Is there someone else?”
“Does it matter?”
“What will everyone say?” Sheeta pleaded.
“Tara’s fine.”
“What about the others!” She screamed.
He shrugged.
Two decades later, Sheeta sent a text to Sahas.
Dinner? My treat.
What’s the occasion? Another promotion?
A thank you for releasing me from a prison I didn’t know I was in.
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Sometimes we can’t see the gift of the other one leaving until much later. We get so stuck in what others think, we put aside our own misery. Nicely done, Dahlia.
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Thank you Dale 😊
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“What will everyone say” – We cannot life in misery worried about what others might say. Changing for the better and will show and people will know how much happier they are all round.
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In my part of the world ‘what will others say’ is still a very important factor although the younger generation is rising above it. Thank you James
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Two decades is a long time to come to that realisation, but better late than never
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She didn’t have time to reflect only when she stopped running she could see clearly. But yes better late than never. Thank you Neil for your comment
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The divorce set her free and new mSatisfying life other then a wife and mother
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You are so right she found there is more to life. Happy to ser your comment 😊
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That tree stump does look like a prison. Very satisfying end to your story. Blessing in disguise 🙂
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Thank you Joy😊
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Fantastic twist.
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Thank you Rupali
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A delightfully different take. A conservation over dinner is just what’s needed.
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Thank you Keith.
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Dear Dahlia,
A happy ending after a convoluted fashion. Good one.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Thank you Rochelle!
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