Randal Mars

Author on Reedsy Prompts since Feb, 2024

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“A Row of Lights ” by Randal Mars

Submitted to Contest #239

"Don't step on the marigolds!" Sondra's warning was to Fina. The little girl was straddling the bright path of petals that led from the altar to the screen door. The colorful offerings of cakes, toys, and flowers had filled the ofrenda's shelves, and the votive candles were ready to be lit. Fina's older sister, Ari, pulled her away from trouble. In the dining room, their father Eddie was staring at the perfect vela. The bright orange candle sat on top of a spread of flattened newspaper. It was the perfect color: orange red like his mother's ...

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