Broken Things
Realistic Fiction
“You are the weirdest friend I’ve ever known!” Selena exclaimed, staring at the dilapidated statue in Taylor’s yard.
They’ve been bestfriends since childhood— ever since the world begun. Selena’s been practically part of Taylor’s life as much as Taylor’s been part of hers. They’re two opposite poles, so much like two sides of a brain. Taylor is odd and quirky and artsy and lost in the clouds while Selena is everything Taylor’s not.
“Lena!” Taylor’s eyes beamed. “I bought this for three-dollars on a garage sale. You like?”
“I like?” she yelled, giving an unbelieving stare. “Why would someone have the nerve to sell this and why would you buy such scrap?”
“It’s my latest hobby, remember? I collect broken things.”
“Ever since Jacob broke your heart,” she argued. “You can’t mend it with those, Tay.”
Taylor’s eyes flickered with a hint of tears as she proudly spoke, “Watch me.”
Word Count: 150
© 2016 Maria. All Rights Reserved.
Here is for Flash Fiction for Aspiring Writers prompt. This week’s photo prompt is provided by Phylor. Thanks PJ for hosting another fun prompt.
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June 8, 2016 at 2:32 pm
Poor Taylor. Let’s hope she heals as she patches up broken things.
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June 10, 2016 at 6:39 pm
Thank you, Jacq! She will, in due time… 🙂
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June 8, 2016 at 5:26 pm
You go girl, Taylor! 🙂 Mend your broken heart and stand tall 🙂
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June 10, 2016 at 6:39 pm
YAY! Cheers to mending hearts! 😀
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June 8, 2016 at 8:29 pm
Acts of kindness always heals the heart
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June 10, 2016 at 9:28 am
I completely agree. 🙂 Thank you!
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June 10, 2016 at 12:21 pm
🙂
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June 9, 2016 at 12:17 am
She has found a way to mend her broken heart by collecting broken things, and who are we (or Selena) to judge whether this is the way to do that or not! I like the strength that Taylor has and I also like how you compared the two girls personalities! Great story, Maria!
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June 10, 2016 at 6:14 pm
So true, PJ. We all have different ways of coping and if that is how Taylor wants it then be it, right? 🙂 She will, for sure, get through it in time. Thank you too for the prompt. I enjoyed this a lot! 😀 ❤
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June 10, 2016 at 7:43 pm
You are right, Maria! I’m glad you liked the prompt and I enjoyed your story!
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June 9, 2016 at 2:13 am
Collecting broken things to mend her broken heart. I love the defiance in the last line. I think Taylor is going to heal just fine 🙂 Lovely story, Maria! You really know how to pen lovely and sweet stories.
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June 10, 2016 at 9:34 am
I think so, too! We all have different ways of mending our broken hearts.. 🙂 And thank youuuu, Jade! ^^
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June 9, 2016 at 3:12 am
Nice take. I think Taylor can do whatever she needs to mend her heart. Sometimes healing is different for everyone.
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June 10, 2016 at 9:48 am
Yes, it’s true. Some write, some paint, so travel, etc. Whatever it is that makes us feel better, I believe it’s fine. No matter how odd it may seem to other people. Thank you, Mandi! 🙂
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June 9, 2016 at 5:06 pm
oh wooooow! what a twist, Maria!!! your imagination is limitless! I am cheering for her! ❤
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June 10, 2016 at 6:16 pm
So am I! Let’s cheer for all the broken hearts, yay!! Thank you dear… ❤❤❤
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June 12, 2016 at 4:20 am
Lovely story with a bittersweet ending. I really like the way you portrayed the friendship!
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June 13, 2016 at 7:46 pm
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you, Magarisa. And nice meeting you here. ^^
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June 14, 2016 at 2:21 am
Nice meeting you too, Maria!
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June 14, 2016 at 9:25 pm
🤗💕
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June 13, 2016 at 7:48 am
I’m glad Taylor is not discouraged by her friend and will keep collecting broken things if it helps her through this time in her life. One day she will get over it, but for now, she needs to work through it the best way she knows how. Wonderful story.
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June 13, 2016 at 7:54 pm
She will, in due time. Time heals most wounds and it’s up to her how she’d handle the scars. Thanks a lot, Jessie. 🙂
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July 9, 2016 at 7:12 am
Bittersweet! I like the friendship and I am rooting for Taylor in this corner here. Her heartbreak will soon be a thing of the past.
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July 10, 2016 at 8:45 am
I’m sure she’ll get back on her feet one day, too. 😊😊
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