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Weekly Contest #206
Kateryna said, “Hold still, Dear,” as she wiped the dirty smudge off the corner of Maria’s mouth. Maria asked, “Why is everyone so excited?” Kateryna said, “They’re scared of the loud noise.” “What is it?” “Fireworks. See the bright flashes exploding in the night sky,” said the girl’s mother. Maria nodded. “It’s the start of The Game,” lied her mother. “I told you all about it. Don’t you remember?” Maria shook her head, puzzled. “Everyone in the city plays, and there are terrific prizes.” Kateryna added, “What a pity you’re only four. Y...
Weekly Contest #185
Five Potatoes Five, I thought with satisfaction as my bony finger touched the last scrawny potato. I’ll eat for five days. The smile on my dry lips only lasted for a moment because I recalled that the radio had announced that relief couldn’t reach this village for at least two more weeks. Survival requires good decisions, but it was harder and harder to think clearly in my weakened condition. This disaster seemed to go on endlessly. I couldn’t remember the last time I had a real meal. Or a bath, for that matter. I almost laughed at the t...
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