Mary Reid

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Mar, 2024

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“Paradise Lost” by Mary Reid

Submitted to Contest #248

Paradise Lost by Mary Margo Reid In the old cane field where we played in our youth, it’s hard to believe what we hear is the truth, that this time next year it will be no more, replaced instead with a swanky resort. “Momma, momma…” “Boy, how many times I tell you don’t run into this place, like a threatened mongoose have you in a chase!” “But momma...” “And stop slamming that door also when unruly you rush in. Why must I tell you this again and again?” “Sorry momma, but I got terribly bad news, the old cane field we soon can’t u...

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“The Guilt” by Mary Reid

Submitted to Contest #244

“The Guilt” by Mary M Reid “Knock, knock.”  Caught off guard, Mrs. Forde quickly turned around, causing the dish she was washing to slip through her fingers. “Brianna! I wasn’t expecting you today.” “Didn’t mean to startle you,” said Brianna as she planted a kiss on her mother’s cheek. “Elie’s rehearsing for a play so I have some time and thought I’d drop by. Where’s dad?” “We’re having BBQ so he’s heating up the grill. Why don’t you join us,” said Mrs. Forde who was always pleased when her daughter was able to drop by.“Sounds good, tha...

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Author bio

As a novice writer who has enjoyed writing poetry from a young age, I look forward to writing in other genres. As a Black woman, my works will center around themes that affect women, women of colour, their strengths and resiliencies, how they interact with their environments.