Write about someone who has finally managed to succeed at a long-standing New Year’s resolution.

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“Gladiolus” by Afsara Anjum

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Gladiolus Chapter 1 30 December, 4:44 PM. Finally. Sarah stared at the card in her hand. She thought of a thing or two about how she felt at that moment. Excitement, nervousness or was it fear? She couldn’t tell. Nor did she want to. After looking at the card one more time, she started preparing for that special day. A whole year had again passed away in the blink of an eye. Yet here she was, uncertain for the third time in 3 years. But she would do it this time, wouldn’t she? At least the determination shining in her eyes said so...

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“Leap of faith” by Cat Madsen

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Leap of faith made by Cat Madsen As I walked down the busy road near my old school, I could feel the cold wind on my forehead, in the distance, was the school that was once filled with laughter and cheer, now it was filled with empty promises to be near your friends and teachers. To be near those who hold your dear, to those who you hold dear. many thoughts kept running in my mind as I made my way past the old school grounds and down the road. As I got closer to my destination it was like something in me pulled me to turn around and walk t...

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“Realistic Resolutions 2.021” by Sabrina Rose

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So, this is my attempt at a realistic resolution list (based on a true story built by a millennial in 2020) Here I have made a compilation of my top things I need to change or improve on this year. I try to stray from being like everyone else (you know, making a list of realistic resolutions ala ‘new year new you’ deal, ima juice and work out all day everyday sort of thing. it never works) anywho, here’s what I came up with Building up that CONFIDENCE Consisting of getting back in the socia...

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“Who's your Resolution?” by Grammar Police

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A woman peeks through the opening of the door. Her amber eyes widen in alarm. She quickly closes the door. I sigh. Maybe I should just leave,I think, turning on my heel, No. It would've all been for nothing. I turn to face the door again. I bang on the door until the lady opens it. I gesture for her to open the door and she capitulates. She beckons inside, and I follow her into the dusty apartment. I sit on a lint-covered couch as she tip-toes into the kitchen. I shift from side to side on the red, velvety couch. It must of been pretty once...

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“With a Little Help From a Friend” by Joseph Savage

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My New Year’s Resolution? It’s the same one I’ve had for the past decade: to change things with Harold. We’ve been married for 13 years now. This year I finally found a way. It’s funny, because I found out how from the second resolution New Year’s resolution I had along with it – to lose weight. If you came to my house, you wouldn’t think I cared anything at all about it, with all the cookies we have in the pantry. But those are Harold’s. Like most people, I started with diets. Atkins was big when I first started out, but it was so expensi...

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“You Were My Queen All Along. ” by Lexi Nelson

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“Hey guys! Today we’re going to be doi-” Marie gave a long pause as she looked to the figure that was standing in her doorway. This was her everyday life. She would try to make her daily vlog for her YouTube channel and at that second, her stepsister, Ivy would be standing there trying to mess her up. Now you might be wondering, why is she making YouTube vlogs? Well, Marie wasn’t really normal, she was only 16 years old and excessively wealthy with about 1.3 million watchers on her daily basis, well that was if she got to make her daily vlog...

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“Try ” by Alex Payero

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Try, what does that word mean? To some, it may mean quickly looking over a set of history themed flashcards, or attempting to reach that shiny rock out of the depths of the lake you visit each summer. But to others it may have a deeper meaning, pulling all nighters only to get a fifty percent on a final and get yelled at for not trying hard enough. This generation some adults may question your definition of "I'm trying". You may try your hardest, blood sweat and tears, only to fall into the pits of failure, and you may not want to crawl out ...

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“A successful New Year” by Pamela Berglund

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I did it. I finally resolved my new years resolution from last year. I didn’t think it was at all possible, but when I put my mind to something, I usually succeed. I remember making my resolution at midnight. My husband John and I had just opened up a bottle of chilled champagne. “So have you decided what your new year's resolution is going to be, asked John?” “Oh please, I never make new year's resolutions. It’s a waste of time. They last for a week and then they are quickly forgotten. Besides which...

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Write about someone who has finally managed to succeed at a long-standing New Year’s resolution.

Submissions are closed

✍️ 98 stories

“Gladiolus” by Afsara Anjum

“Leap of faith” by Cat Madsen

“Realistic Resolutions 2.021” by Sabrina Rose

“Who's your Resolution?” by Grammar Police

“With a Little Help From a Friend” by Joseph Savage

“You Were My Queen All Along. ” by Lexi Nelson

“Try ” by Alex Payero

“A successful New Year” by Pamela Berglund

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Write about someone whose job is to help people leave their old lives behind.

Start your story with one character making a vow that they never would have made the year before.

Write about someone who doesn’t remember their past — and doesn’t want to.

Write about two characters who each want to change the same thing, but resolve to go about it in very different ways.

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