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CONTEST ENDED – Thank you for submitting your stories!

Write a story in the form of a series of thank you cards.

Posted in Narrative on Jul 26, 2024

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✍️ 64 stories

“Good Neighbors” by Anna Tolly

Submitted to Contest #261

9/15/17 Dear Mrs. Johnson,Thank you so much for the gift basket you brought over! The soups were delicious. It’s been so hard to cook meals with the new baby, so I really appreciate it. I can’t wait to try out that restaurant. Being new to town, it’s good to know what places to try (and good to know we have kind neighbors to recommend them!) Between Jack, Charlie, and myself, those treats were eaten up in no time too. We’re glad to have you as our neighbor.Your friend,Rae Campbell 7/27/18 Dear Rae, Thank you for the delicious raspberri...

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“A Eulogy of Gratitude” by Pete Gautchier

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Prompt: Write a story in the form of a series of thank you cards (and as an expression of gratitude to someone.) A Eulogy of GratitudeThe late Frank Sinatra made popular in his song, My Way1 these words:“Regrets, I've had a few But then again, too few to mention I did what I had to do And saw it through without exemption I planned each charted course Each careful step along the byway And more, much more than this I did it my way”Yes, I did it my way and now I am scurrying to jot down these thank you cards before I fall asleep. Thank you…Mom ...

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“Thank You! -Management” by Marsha Marrow

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I had always been more of a ‘smile through everything and don’t show your frustration’ type of person. Always one to avoid making waves. Instead, I would keep my mouth shut at all the trivial things that bothered me, convinced that nobody else needed to hear me gripe. I was not a pushover, but not one to seek any unnecessary drama either. That is until I realized the power of anonymity behind the mask of a card from “Management.” The first time I wielded my newfound strength was in the laundry room of my apartment. All the washing ma...

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“The Reunion” by Joyce Schook

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Dear Morgan,I just want to express my gratitude to you. Your kindness meant the world to me. You were more than just a great hostess, you were a friend to me. At first I felt out of sorts in your home but you quickly made me feel welcome. I was relaxed and comfortable in no time. I was forever that shy kid who always held her tongue. You gave me permission to be my most authentic self. And I just want you to know it meant a great deal to me. There are still angels on earth, I believe that because I found one in you. I am still trying hard to...

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“TO THE ONES WHO STOOD BY MY SIDE, THIS ONE IS FOR YOU” by Melinda Madrigal

Submitted to Contest #261

For the longest time I've been having a problem, a very big problem. I alienate family and friends. I was kicked out of my family. Everyone hated me but they still came to help me. To make me see I was destroying my life. One day I realized what I was losing and I decided to get help. These Thank You Cards are for those who never gave up on me and for those who were tough on me. First, I want to say thank you to the big guy up in the sky. Without your love and guidance, I wouldn't be here. When I needed someone to talk too, you were always t...

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“Thank You (A Confessional)” by Cameron Navarre

Submitted to Contest #261

For nurse Sarah Robinson,Thank you for taking such good care of this old man in his final days. I couldn’t have asked for a more compassionate and competent person to guide me towards the end of the line. I have no doubt that, even if you knew who I was, and what I did, you would have treated me with the same care and respect that I have come to receive these past few days. As a final request, my hope is that you can help these letters find their way to their intended recipients. If you are curious and would like to know more about the man y...

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“Dear Gwrdlwgly” by Connor Lindsay

Submitted to Contest #261

Sensitivity Warning: Physical Violence, Gore, Mental Health Dear Gwrdlwgly  High Priestess Shandra asked me to write a thank you letter to Your Slimeiness so that I can show a modicum of gratitude for the prize you’ve given me. Thank you for allowing me into your service. Thank you for excising the unnecessary from my life. Thank you for giving me a purpose. When I was brought to your temple I was nothing but you showed me with the culling how much we have to give. When it began I was scared, terrified, of what would happen, to me, to m...

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“Tallia's Thanks” by Andrea Krist

Submitted to Contest #261

Dear World, Today my mother gave me an assignment. She says I need to take some time to stop and think. She wants me to write down all that I am thankful for. I told her that would take too long and was not worth starting. She said to try anyway. So, here I am trying. To the Sun, Thank you for your warmth. Thank you for the light you give each morning that springs above the hills and begins a new day. Thank you for the colors you bring to the sky in the evening and for knowing how long each day should last so that the world can take the rest...

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“Letters I Can't Send” by Maria Nulot

Submitted to Contest #261

Content warnings: Suicide, substance use Dear Leo,  You know I don’t write letters. I’ve always been more into physics than philosophy. Maybe that’s just an excuse. It’s hard to talk about how I feel. I mean, that’s how we were brought up, to keep everything inside. Look at me. You’re–you’re not even here and I’m having trouble writing the words down. What I mean to say is, I am so, so sorry. And thank you. For everything.  -J Dear Leo,  I’m gonna try again. That last letter was bad. Micah loves details. Tina, ...

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“Love, Loss and Letters” by Nikko DeGoya

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Mom,Thanks for all the help in the operating room today. I know my husband can be a bit of a lightweight when it comes to blood and other assorted bodily fluids. Thank you for keeping me calm in the utmost vulnerability, and not taking advantage of or  using that time against me. Today was a day I won’t ever forget and I'm sure I won’t let my husband forget or live this situation down either. He’s sad he missed the birth, but I'm sure he’s somewhat secretly glad at the same time. Either way, both of us are ecstatic to welcome our daught...

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“The locket” by Justin Diaz

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5/15/2024Dear Andrew,               I wanted to start off by saying thank you, I know I more pressured you into helping, but it was important that you tell me what you knew. Your well regarded for your expertise which is why I sought you out. Andrew Jones, the private investigator who helped reunite a father and daughter who had been separated for years. I must admit I was hesitant at first because they also said you weren’t reliable, That I was wasting my time by eve...

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“School Thank Yous” by Rocina Daez

Submitted to Contest #261

TW: Mental health & Physical abuseDear Mrs. Carter,Thank you for being my teacher for 2nd grade. At the dollar store mom said I could get you a present. I've always loved those little snow globe thingys. I couldn't find one that said Teacher, so I got the one that said Mom instead. I figure it's' close enough.Johnny (age 7)Dear Mr. Dietrich,Thanks for teaching me 7th grade! You are my favorite teacher. (Way better than grumpy ole Puggly last year. We called her Ratface- when she wasn't around.) I liked it best when you taught us about th...

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“Thank You” by Laura Shell

Submitted to Contest #261

Dear Jacob, Remember the very first time I got sarcastic with you, and you gave me that look like you would kill me if I ever said anything like it again? Your eyebrows met in the middle and that vein in your forehead, the one on the right side of your head, the one that looks like a tuning fork, it started to throb... I want to thank you for that moment because it told me that you have something dark within you that I needed to pay attention to. I didn't pay attention at the time, but looking back now... So I thank you for showing me a hint...

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“Love, Della” by Jane Horsman

Submitted to Contest #261

Kent, Ohio Miles sighed, his chin resting on his hand while he watched out the front window of the small apartment. He had been waiting at least an hour already, and he was running out of patience and energy. His eyes snapped open when he heard the doorbell ring, and he rushed to the door to scoop up the square envelope the mailman had pushed through the slot. He smiled. It was another thank-you card. July 15, 1971 Miles, Thank you so much for all your letters, you’re part of my only sanity. I’ve been in contact with the paper, making sure ...

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“Loving Clam” by Olivia Schmidt

Submitted to Contest #261

This stream of conversation, written by the same person each time, is loosely based on the dynamic of two women in their 50s who are very close to my heart. Both refer to each other as different variations of the word "Clam" and occasionally something worse, which is very true to life. These letters provide multiple examples of their relationship's wacky and somewhat inappropriate humor while also referencing very dark themes such as grief, depression, and isolation. It's not your traditional kind of love or set of thank-you's per se, but ea...

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