Mary had a…
A stumble at the E note.
…little lamb, little lamb, little lamb…
The young couple next door got their five-year-old a piano a few weeks ago, and I’ve been listening to her slow progress through our wall. Before the piano, there was a violin. They always provide the best for her. The best instruments, the best tutors.
Mary had a little…
The music halts. A curt shout. Muffled yelling. Then, a thud. There is no cry. Never is.
Mary had a little lamb. Its fleece was white as snow…
Too dark…? Written for Friday Fictioneers – 15 March 2019.
What does nelkumi think? 
Is there foul play afoot, in spite of all the spoiled cuteness?
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Suspense!
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It’s never too dark. The darkness in our stories shines a light on the darkness of our realities. That said, the mistreatment of children really bothers me. I have a bad feeling the perfection demanded of the little one isn’t going to end well for anybody, except those who take advantage of her wounded soul as she grows.
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It bothers me, too. Thank you for your comments…truly, sincerely.
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Well-told tale!
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Thank you!
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You are welcome.
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Not sure what to make of this. Did she just give up? Or something more sinister. Great beginning.
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Thank you for taking the time to visit and comment.
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The irony, giving all that material wealth to their child and not what she needs – time, patience, understanding, someone to listen to her. Well written but very sad
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Thank you for the visit. Appreciate your note.
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My pleasure
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That was heartbreaking. And very well done, Nelkumi.
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Thank you!
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This may be dark but it is something that is happening in various homes all over the world. Good for you for writing this to remind us of how it is in real life.
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Thank you for your support.
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Great use of a sweet children’s song to contrast with the ugly reality of this little girl’s life. The ending is great. If it’s dark then it’s dark. That’s the story you’re telling and it’s well worth telling.
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Thank you for your encouraging words.
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Chillingly told.
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I had but one aim…
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Yikes! I was not expecting that twist!
Good story,
-Rachel
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Thank you!
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