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Unforgettable: A Story In 10 words

If I Ain't Readin'
1 min readDec 6, 2022

The 10 word story challenge

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After reading and enjoying Shanté Nixon ‘s 10 word story, I was inspired. It presents a challenge, but it stretches your creativity muscles too. Without further ado, here is my 10 word story.

  1. My sister brought her to us, one hot summer day.
  2. The house rearranged itself into sheer curtains and Downy scents.
  3. She had long, flowing hair tucked under a red beret.
  4. She believes in God? A gentle bible thumper, with flair.
  5. Choir: She wears white. Angels wear white, singing pure songs.
  6. Mommy no more — Beret is here. A new, older mommy.
  7. “Yes, Dad’s in love.” I accept it. We accept it.
  8. Every day is like an hour, soaring on quick wings.
  9. Years later, Beret-Angel-Downy is smaller with chemo treatments.
  10. Years later, Dad and Ms. Beret are buried in memories.

I hope you enjoyed this 10 word challenge. Have you heard of it? Thinking of giving it a try? Well, you should. Whew! This took a lot out of me!

Thank you for reading!

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If I Ain't Readin'
If I Ain't Readin'

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Erica is an essayist and poet who enjoys reading, creating content, and helping others find their purpose too. Above all, she loves to read🖤

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