Laura Richardson

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Nov, 2020

Stories (2)

2 Stories

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“An Inconvenient Confession ” by Laura Richardson

Submitted to Contest #76

Many years ago, rain was lightly pattering on the windows as my bus's gentle rolling was slowly rocking me to sleep. It had been a long day, and I just wanted to get home after work. It wasn't very cold outside, but the bus had its heaters on and the warmth helped me start to doze off. But unbeknownst to me, instead of a nice rest, I was going to have an experience that taught me about tolerance and patience when connecting with others."Do you mind if I sit there?"I reluctantly opened my eyes a little. A young woman was standing i...

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“Christmas With The Family” by Laura Richardson

Submitted to Contest #69

As Drianna descended the stairs, her new red dress made obnoxious crinkling and swishing noises. The color was festive, but distracting. She felt stuffy, not comfortable, like you’re supposed to feel for the holidays. Why her aging and old-fashioned mother insisted on Drianna wearing a new outfit every Christmas, she never knew, despite her persistent questioning and protests. The day after Christmas, her old outfits were in perfect, unblemished shape—and were at least a day worn in and starting to feel agreeable. But each year, that same...

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