One would assume that one mistake would be enough. One might even think that humans would learn not to repeat the same mistake over and over again. An invisible virus shook their world and brought them to their knees. Things got so worse so fast that many humans went into “hibernation” mode. They stayed holed up in their homes for weeks. That gave Nature some breathing space to work her magic and heal Mother Earth. But the humans got bored. They came out of hiding and violated the guidelines set by their own kind against the invisible enemy. Even now, they gather together in huge numbers, shunning masks, and other protective steps. Social distancing seems like a joke. When are they ever going to learn? But then again, what do I know? I’m just a statue, stuck in a facepalm forever. Maybe it’s a blessing in disguise. I just can’t bear to watch the humans sabotaging themselves. Eww! Hey, pigeon. What was that for? I’m not your personal poop space. Shoo! Scram! Go find somewhere else to poop. I have got covered in enough poop for the day!
(188 words)
This poem was written in response to The Sunday Fiction Prompt. Thank you, Donna for hosting this challenge. The challenge is to use the picture prompt as inspiration to compose an original story in less than 200 words.
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this is a very interesting concept!
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I’m glad you liked it, Nat. Thanks for reading 😃
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Haha! It’s perfect for this image. Stuck in a face palm forever!
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This was a very late entry. It’s almost one week but inspiration stuck me, just in time! Thank you so much, dear friend. I’m so happy to hear that. ❤️
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It doesn’t matter how long one takes. There is no competition after all!
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Indeed. But deadlines push me to write. Otherwise, I’ll end up procrastinating and the post will lie in my draft folder.
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Oh yes, that is a valid point
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Ha! Considering humans, a forever facepalm would be quite accurate! Great story
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I’m glad you agree. Thank you so much ❤️
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I agree with you, humans don’t learn from history
Unless it is repeated again with more damage and this cycle continue
I loved the way you wrote it 😊💙
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Yup, very true, humans don’t learn from history, unless it is repeated with even more damage and this cycle continue
I love the way you written this, 😊💙
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Stuck in a forever facepalm 🙂 Loved it
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Thank you so much, dear ♥️
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Loved the hibernation part and the stuck in facepalm! Gripping piece:)
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I’m glad you enjoyed it. Thank you so much ❤️🤗
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Thanks for sharing 😀
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So true. Well written!
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Thanks a lot, Akshita ♥️
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Lol that ending was on point though! This was such an interesting point of view. It reminded me of this story by Margaret Atwood called Bluebeard’s Egg in which one of the character writes the story of Bluebeard through the POV of the egg.
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Haha. I’m glad you liked it. I think this story might not have the humourous tone that I intended it to have. I feel so! Wow. It’s an honour that this story reminded you of the work of such a great author!
I have not read that one. Thanks for the suggestion. 😀
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I thought it was funny and ironic and sort of a satirical take on humanity. Not sure if everyone felt that way. Ooh you should read it for sure it’s so great!
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I’m glad that you thought so. Thank you so much. ❤️
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You’re welcome!
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❤️🤗
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You have put that in words in such a nice way! Loved it!!
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I’m so happy to hear that. Thank you so much, Aashi ♥️
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Well written Shweta
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Thank you so much, sir 😃
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Welcome always
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Wonderful take Shweta. And absolutely true and relevant to the times. Enjoyed it❤🌷
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I’m so happy that you enjoyed this post. Thank you so much, Ishita 😃
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❤❤💖
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Haha! Good one!
And people won’t learn.
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Haha. No they won’t. Thank you, Harsh 😊
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A great take on what is happening today in our world, Shweta. We all have to take care of ourselves.
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It’s each for their own. Thank you so much, Kamalji ♥️🤗
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Yes absolutely true, Shweta. Each to their own.
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Love the perspective and sadly he speaks the truth! 🙂
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He has spend eons observing humans, I guess. Thank you so much, Lisa
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Well, he is quite intuitive! 🙂
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Very clever and interesting tale..and the ending, i didnt expect it..well done🥰🥰
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I’m glad that I was able to surprise you. Thank you so much, Mich 😃
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Great take ! Well written .. There is disappointment , sarcasm and humour .. 👌
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I’m glad you enjoyed every bit. Thank you so much ❤️🤗
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Oh boy! What a laugh! current story in picture frame. Nice!
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I’m glad it made you laugh. Thank you so much ❤️🤗
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A well written, topical take. Situation aptly described. 🙂
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Thank you so much, Aishwarya ♥️🤗
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You are welcome, Shweta. 🙂
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🙂
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Thanks for joining in 😄
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Nicely done 🙂
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Thank you, Rhen! 🙂
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You’re so welcome 🙂 I hope you’re feeling better now ❤
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