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I have been told I was a people-pleaser my whole life. I suppose I am. I feel as though I’ve been put on this earth to care for and about others. From my annoying but well-meaning sister to Grandma who calls me her favorite grand-child, I want to do right by them all. I want them to feel my love and gratitude every time they come into the room. My day-to-day life may not be exciting by others’ standards (least of all my parents), but I relish in those precious moments at the end of the day where I can put my love and adoration on display. ...
Submitted to Contest #162
Marni looks down at her menu, which is slowly growing heavier in her clammy palms with each passing minute. She contemplates the purpose of such oversized, leather-bound menus. What are you trying to prove? I can’t imagine anyone comes to a restaurant, feels the weight of the menu, and thinks Oh, this restaurant can’t be that good. Feel how light this menu is! Imagine being someone with limited mobility or dexterity trying to hold this monstrosity. Not very inclusive of you, Chez Marc, she thinks as she waits silently for her guest to arrive...
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