Parenting in the Apocalypse
A story in exactly 100 words
No, we can’t eat those plants. They’ll make you sick.
I miss Daddy too. No, he can’t come back.
There’s no water. Put a pebble in your mouth.
Wait. Shh. We’re like little mice, remember?
Because we can’t let them see us. Yes, they’re all bad men.
No, I won’t let them get you. I promise.
You have to hold still now. Cover your ears.
Because there’s going to be a big sound. Yes, I’m crying. Just a little.
It won’t hurt. Just a bang. And then you’ll see Daddy. I promise.
Hold still now. I’ll be right behind you.
About the Creator
Jan M Flynn
I write speculative short fiction, historical novels, upper-middle grade fantasy: pretty much whatever stalks me until I write it. Represented by Helen Adams of Zimmermann Literary Agency, NYC. Words fueled by coffee, mellowed by wine.
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