Turtle
For D.K. Shepard’s ‘Keep it 100 Challenge’ - Microfiction
Her body rocks in the ocean’s gentle sway as she follows the earth’s magnetic pull. For a hundred years she’s travelled these waters, her discoloured shell a testament to her survival. From sun rippled reefs to sunken ships, long forgotten, her travels have taken her far.
She exists as one with this ocean, her life indistinguishable from its briny depths. Countless eggs buried in warm sands are the legacy she leaves behind.
But tonight, she’ll swim a different sea as the earth releases its grasp. Cosmic waves will carry her now and her dreams will fill the heavens.
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Heather Zieffle
I'm an avid fantasy and sci-fi romance writer who enjoys dabbling in other genres from time to time. I have a few self-published books on Kindle so please check them out!
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Comments (14)
Wonderful warming story and love the Terry Pratchett style image
I loved this, Heather. That moment where the turtle leaves Earth was so calm and tranquil. It had a real timeless quality to it.
I appreciate this story a lot, as it recalled octopus moms, and this is a much more hopeful ending (but for cosmic turtles)
Congratulations on top story!!!
Such a lovely moment with a sea turtle, you story is poetic and a lullaby vibe.
So beautiful. From the image to the descriptions. Thank you for sharing a glimpse of her journey with us.
A beautifully poetic ode to life and the eternal journey, this piece captures the profound connection between nature and the cosmos. It’s a gentle reminder of life's impermanence and enduring legacy.
Really beautiful! I love how you extended the phenomenal act of a turtle laying her final eggs into an ethereal experience! Congrats on Top Story and thanks for entering this piece in the challenge!
Ah well done, Heather! Back on the Top, congrats on Top Story!
This is so beautifully written with so many great details! Good luck in D.K.'s challenge and congrats on the Top Story! 🎉
That was a beautiful piece. I especially love the ending.
So gorgeously detailed!
I love the microstory! The picture made me think of the Discworld... but where are the elephants?
oh wow Heather! this is stunning! love the imagery and reverance! exceptional, truly!