Cheri Jalbert

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Jun, 2020

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“Waiting” by Cheri Jalbert

Submitted to Contest #49

A steady stream of rain tapped against the window. My left eye twitched to the beat. It was only a matter of time now. I sucked in a breath. “Would I survive this? Would she? Is it too late to learn to pray?"People in colorful uniforms whizzed by with purpose. Some pushed carts, others held charts. Fumes from pungent disinfectant forced a fit of sneezing while I sat on the bench holding my cousin. An elderly man in a mask across from us glared, then stood and moved quickly away.Code 99, ICUI jerked my head in th...

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“Introducing Misty Spirit” by Cheri Jalbert

Submitted to Contest #48

A swirling mist skimmed the outskirts of the growing mob. Sensations of fear, rage and pain rioted above the escalating voices. A shadow hovered among the multitude of faces, descending to transform the erupting emotions into something less. Fear, rage, and pain mutated as a gentle breeze dispersed tolerance, understanding and compassion into the small crowd, lingering over each precious face.“It’s too strong,” a pained voice whispered. Fire light glinted on toppled statues as flames licked hungrily at the...

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