I pass here every day,
Checking my reflection;
Looking, but not looking –
Willing those eyes to notice mine.
Today the table lies empty.
My reflection walks by,
Heartbroken and alone,
Praying you’ll return.
These 33 words form my entry into the Trifextra 101 challenge. The story was in response to the above photo prompt (picture courtesy of Thomas Leuthard/Foto.com). I hope you enjoy what I came up with.
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Lovely little story! If only he had summoned the courage to go inside and meet her before she disappeared. Imagine the possibilities! ♥
Thanks, Kathy.
That’s really beautiful!
maybe one day the will be strong enough to break the spell. enjoyable take on the prompt.
Aww, nice take on the prompt. Love the “looking but not looking” line. Thanks for sharing!
Interest take on the tale of the passerby and not the reader. I liked this very much, from the point of view of originality, and from the lovely narrative of your words…
Great writing
Very wistful and melancholy.
Nicely done!
I wonder if they will ever meet? LM x
What a wonderfully-complete scene, Paul! You made very good use of your 33 words. Well done. 🙂
Really lovely 🙂 Glad I got to read it!
Lovely piece, lonely yet hopeful.
Oh,how sad!If only..Lovely take on the prompt Paul:-)
Beautiful – I love the wistfulness in it.
I love the emotion in this. Great work!