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This Last Dance The ticking grandfather clock was no reminder to them of the neglected belongings, yet to be packed. The boxes, half empty, had been left on the gracefully made bed, filled with clothing laid over the edge of the box, and spilling onto the white sheets. As the sun set, the light crept out of the colorful room, once filled with laughter and hushed whispers, and now heavy with emptiness, time slowly chipping away at the memories of the summer. Their time was fleeting with the sunlight, but the night still felt young as ...
Submitted to Contest #35
Veronica stood at the edge and looked down. Now is the time. If not now when? Veronica told herself. She backed up a few feet, took a deep breath and leaped forward, without a moment of hesitation. Two years ago, Veronica was an art student at Maple Leaf High School and like many other days, she was running late. As she shoved down her sketchbook into her bag and ran towards the door, she realized that she forgot breakfast. Well now is way too late, I better get going or I'll be really late. Veronica ran down the stairs, since ther...
Submitted to Contest #33
It's the most wonderful time of the year! The streets are covered in snow and the same three songs have been playing on repeat for days. Chrismas trees on every corner, covered in bright lights and ornaments. Most people sit in their homes, cozy, with a cup of hot chocolate and a smile on their face as they chat about things that don't really matter. But some unlucky few are a bit sloppy with their planning, so now they're rushing into the last couple store open, to buy a few last-minute gifts. Amanda was one of many who was now in her...
Submitted to Contest #32
Ethan adjusted his tie in the mirror and sighed. His hair was a total mess. He tried to cut his hair a week back, and as you might have guessed, it didn't go that well. His hair now looked uneven, and with patches longer than others. No time to fix it now. Ethan was envious of his girlfriend. Jenna walked up to the mirror, stood in front of Ethan, and glanced up and down. She frowned, looking at her messy hair and picked up a brush. Within minutes she was able to smooth out her curls. And the spray she used to add the shine to her hair alway...
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