Radiance
A special thanks to Missy and Jules (aka peepsmile) for letting me you their inspiring, radiant picture. This is for the February challenge.
Radiance belongs to the following groups:
Flash FictionKicking at a mound of sand, I drearily awaited the torrents of rain that would soon flood the beach.
So much for inspiration, I thought to myself.
The menacing dark clouds masking the sun were already driving people away by the dozen. Only one plain, invisible writer remained.
Hmmm. I really need a metaphor for myself
I glimpsed a transparent, misshapen, uncolored rock on the ground, forlorn and half-buried. I picked it up, dusting the sand away.
Perfect.
I watched the beam from the lighthouse across the harbor circle its way to where I stood.. A swatch of light brushed across my hand.
Split-second contact…..Instant rainbow.
Peter Davidson
Inspirational! I liked this, made me smile.
Natella2020 replied
Thank you so much Peter. I’m glad that it did.
nancyames
What a lovely moment.and a real metaphor for your self.
Natella2020 replied
That’s such a nice thing to say! Thank you so much.
olawunmi
Wow! What a creative piece… love it! Welldone indeed.
Natella2020 replied
JAK, Sumayyah. I’m glad you like it. The creativity sprung from the picture, hope you saw it.
Lehane
An inspirational moment indeed. Personally I would think about dropping the adjective “drearily” at the beginning, I think it sticks in the flow a little.
Natella2020 replied
Thanks for reading and for your thought. I think that deleting the word would negatively affect the flow and the mood. Do you have any suggestions for a replacement?
hilarydougill
Wonderfully well written, God sending a message to the self doubter.
Natella2020 replied
Thank you so much for reading, Hilary!
jules / Missy ...
So beautifully written,thank you for allowing us to be a small part of your vision :O)
Natella2020 replied
You’re very welcome. Thank you both as well.
jules / Missy ...
You’re very welcome :O)
kseriphyn
Beautiful imagery.
Natella2020 replied
Thank you so very much.
Anne van Alkemade
Well done Natella. This exercise has really worked for you big time. Liked the story on first read. Viewed the image and love the story on the second read. Really really there!!
Anne van Alkemade
Meant to mention I loved “Really need a metaphor for myself”. It’s so self conscious. LOL.
Natella2020 replied
Thanks, Anne. I’m honored.
Chanel2
Great story Natella, you worked it in so well with the picture :)
Natella2020 replied
Thank you so much!
Peter Davidson
well done on winning!
Natella2020 replied
Thank you so much.
Forest Friends...
Hi Natella Congratulations on winning the competition with your work! Tina
Natella2020 replied
Thanks Tina.
fleece
nice
Natella2020 replied
Thank you.
Chanel2
Congratulations on winning Natella. A lovely story and well deserved :)
Natella2020 replied
Thank you so much!