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Thoughts on Micro Fiction
Came across a micro fiction story I wrote last year. It was originally written for a contest, but I wasn't able to finish it in time. Going into it, I thought a story consisting of 100 words or less wouldn't take that much of my time. But now I know, writing micro fiction is not for the faint of heart. When there is no room for any excess fat, every word must carry its own weight. Every sentence must pack a punch. There is no "getting to know you" period for a character. Mad props to those who choose this writing style.
"What's my dad like?" he asks.
If I close my eyes, it's nine years ago. I'm crawling to the door and running through the yard barefoot, my hands shaking so badly I'm afraid I won't be able to start the car. I barely squeeze my belly behind the wheel as the door bangs open. I don't look back.
I cannot tell him that his father is why I've never dated these last nine years or why we moved so far away or why I sometimes wake up screaming.
My son waits patiently for an answer.
"His favorite color was green."
-Ember Shane
"What's my dad like?" he asks.
If I close my eyes, it's nine years ago. I'm crawling to the door and running through the yard barefoot, my hands shaking so badly I'm afraid I won't be able to start the car. I barely squeeze my belly behind the wheel as the door bangs open. I don't look back.
I cannot tell him that his father is why I've never dated these last nine years or why we moved so far away or why I sometimes wake up screaming.
My son waits patiently for an answer.
"His favorite color was green."
-Ember Shane
