Margie Gaffron

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Jul, 2021

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2 Stories

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“Circus” by Margie Gaffron

Submitted to Contest #188

Circus “So what’s the catch, Kid? The show doesn’t start for a couple hours. You wanna buy a ticket early?” “No, I don’t want to buy a ticket. I want to join the circus.” “Ok Kid, I’ve heard that before. You want to join the circus. What do you think you want to do?” “I’m not sure. I like elephants. I’m pretty good at working. I could learn to do all kinds of things.” “Don’t tell me. You’re running away from home and you read the book Toby Tyler.” “How did you know that?” “Kid, this is kind of a daily occurrence for me.” “It is? So where ar...

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“It Must Have Rained” by Margie Gaffron

Submitted to Contest #112

It Must Have Rained            It must have rained, ground wet, everything dripping. How could I have not noticed, sleeping as I do now with my cheek cushioned on the windowsill, breathing trees and stars.            Two weeks ago, I separated from my husband by moving upstairs. It turns out it was not far enough, but I did not know this then. Raised the mattress to sill level, where I could pretend I was sleeping outside, p...

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My goal is to be a curious, adventuresome, vibrant, creative five-year-old for the rest of my life.