She lay in bed, knees tucked to her chin, silently screaming in anguish. She couldn’t stop the tears -- but the children must not hear her sobs. She choked them back and buried her face in the pillow. Later, after she recovered, she could only hope that the mascara stains on the pillowcase would wash out.
This is a story told in 55 words for G-man.
Mijayami...
ReplyDeleteWhy was she crying?
Grief or gas?
Loved your sad 55 My Friend.
Thanks for playing, and have a Kick Ass Week-End
aww i feel bad for her...my thoughts go dark when thinking of why she needs to keep it from the kids...and maybe even hide it from a mate...
ReplyDeleteThat's very sad. I hope it's not a personal experience.
ReplyDeleteThe picture really sums up the words... which came first? I love photo prompts. I too, hope doesn't reflect a personal experience...
ReplyDeleteSo sad. Hoping this is fiction.
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