P.V. Andrews

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“The Introductory Resocialization Event” by P.V. Andrews

Submitted to Contest #128

“You’re the first teenager to be invited from this province,” said my mother, trying to sound cheery. I looked at her, then down at the new dress spread across my bed. It hurt my eyes with its shiny newness and bright color. I didn’t even like the texture – the material felt stiff and unyielding, and I knew it would be uncomfortable. I had only ever worn soft cotton pants and t-shirts in grey. “I don’t want to go,” I stated to the dress. “You must,” my mother said sternly, and she stood to help me put it over my head. “It’s a pretty dress,” ...

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From Melbourne, Australia.