Write a story about a couple with fundamentally different beliefs.

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“Haviva” by Tsvi Jolles

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Unlike most people who believe the world owes them a thank you, Aunt Haviva believes she needs to be grateful for what she has, regardless of how little it may look to an outsider. In the morning, when she walks to the intersection near her house, she shakes hands with drivers and sometimes asks them to get out of their cars so that she can give them a brave morning hug.Drinking morning coffee, watching her from a sidewalk table, one realizes her behavior is certainly borderline, and even crosses the line for sure. However, aunt Ha...

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“A Pale Blue Dot” by Maria Blackman

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Caze and Rebexi’s family life had been harmonious, despite the challenges of living in the Blue Colony, but they were shaken to their respective cores when Zily came home from school crying. “Darling,” Rebexi said, as she stroked Zily’s hair. “What happened?” Caze hovered behind Rebexi, troubled by his daughter’s blotchy face and reddened eyes. Zily sniffled, burrowing her head into Rebexi’s lap. “Jaro said…” Her voice was muffled. “Jaro said how come you don’t go to church on Starday? He said…” Caze stifled a gasp then spoke encou...

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“Deviation” by Kelita Sim

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The family of three (minus Caleb’s wife, who had booked a solo all-day retreat last minute without telling her husband) rattled through the turnstile after the holiday club rep Carmita as she signalled the direction of the activity pool and facilities.“Be quick,” she warned, in accented English, and tapped on her Casio as Caleb steered his family towards the changing room, “the swimming has already started.”The family changing room was completely empty, much to Caleb’s relief. With a huge sigh, he allowed the luggage he’d manoeuvred from the...

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“Put in a Good Word” by L Moon

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I remember the day I broke my heart by asking God for an exception. Just this once. I dared to ask the question of what he and I could be, if only we could ignore the creeping complications of our differences. Perhaps, I thought naively, we could be different. We could be the ones to show the world how to navigate the trails blazed by the hardened hearts of our forefathers. Perhaps, I dreamed, our love might be enough. “So… what’s going on between us?” I dared to ask, ready to paint a beautiful fantasy of peace and inclusion where we ...

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“Subtle Blessings” by Douglas J. Veverka

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I stood for several moments taking in the scene. The lake stretched for miles, tree-covered islands reflected off the mirror-like surface. The scent of pine wafted in the air as the water lapped against the wooden dock. Nature nestled me to its bosom, whispering promises of delight in exchange for my time and admiration. Dad walked up next to me. “Well this is nice,” he said glancing out, “now let's get the car unpacked.” He turned and walked away. My eyes remained on the splendor. I shook my head and th...

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“A Search For Truth” by Cisco Ortiz

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Certainly, the alarming worldwide statistics which threaten our survival can be attributed to much other than one common cause. However, with approximately 8 billion people living on planet Earth, it is beyond alarming how our clear view of reality has been and continues to be obstructed by things like our very own developed technology, as well as false teachings, dogmas & therefore false beliefs. For the most part, they are fed by those closest to us at a premature age not having a minimal understanding as to what exactly it is an...

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“Pinioning ” by Abby W

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Pinioning Abby ReiterSeptember 13, 1929 Dear Timothy,From my 2nd story window, I am watching the autumn gusts kick up litter and throw it about in sporadic spirals. I can’t help feeling that my heart and brain are spinning around in much the same way.I have been here just a week now.My grief for you, for us, for what we could have been, has coated me in a thick sticky syrup of despair. I do the things I need to do – finding the landlord to fix the leaking faucet, buying a new pair of oxfords for my position that starts Monday – but it’s...

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“A Breakfast Discussion” by Symphony Downey

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“Listen, I’m not trying to say that there’s no value to the stories, I’m just saying that maybe they’re meant to be taken more figuratively than literally. Like, the rabbit and the hare, great lesson in the story, great story even, but it’s just a story that teaches a lesson, not something that actually happened,” she said as she took another bite from her cereal. He looks at her in awe, like he cannot believe her beliefs are so wrong. “How can you even think that? The Bible is God's Word. If He said it happened, it happened. The...

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Write a story about a couple with fundamentally different beliefs.

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✍️ 23 stories

“Haviva” by Tsvi Jolles

“A Pale Blue Dot” by Maria Blackman

“Deviation” by Kelita Sim

“Put in a Good Word” by L Moon

“Subtle Blessings” by Douglas J. Veverka

“A Search For Truth” by Cisco Ortiz

“Pinioning ” by Abby W

“A Breakfast Discussion” by Symphony Downey

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Start your story with a character saying “Are you there, God? It’s me…”

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Write a story about a teenager whose family is moving.

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