Merissa Penniman

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“Oscar the Owl” by Merissa Penniman

Submitted to Contest #211

Oscar the Owl “Please, Vu, you have to take him,” Linda’s voice pleaded over the phone. “We’ve already had him for six weeks and he’s been to three other adoption places with no luck. No one wants to adopt an owl with no background.” I sighed. “Linda, I can’t--” I started. “You’re the best option for him,” she continued. “He’s not predictable or sweet and approachable like most people are looking for. He needs someone who knows animals and can respect and care for him properly.” “If he seems so undomesticated,” I countered, “maybe he...

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