He stood on the beach, gazing out across the ocean, longing at the horizon. The sun began its slow descent. The waves sang. And then, just above the singing, he heard a different music: hooves, and a gentle snort. A magnificent steed, tossing his head, seemed to beckon him. Come play. He approached. The gentle giant nuzzled his forehead against the boy’s shoulder. Come play. The gray moved sideways till the boy stood at his withers. Again, he shook his head. Come play. The boy grabbed the mane, and in an instant, threw himself up. Come play. And they did!********************************************************************
The above is a response to the 100 Word Challenge posted on Julia's Place.
Each week, there is a new "theme" and challenge to write a 100 word piece.
What a beautifully written piece; I enjoyed reading this.
ReplyDeleteThis has got a magical - almost haunting feel to it. It's really beautiful.
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed the horse's insistance to "come and play" it flows well with the whole image of a boy and a horse.
ReplyDeleteSo lovely. I want to play too, and ride the wind on that wonderful steed.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely idea! Just the kind of thing you dream of when you are a kid. Nice take on the prompt.
ReplyDeleteAh a childs dream,just wonderful!
ReplyDeleteAww I am so pleased the boy came to play. What a nice ending.
ReplyDeleteIt is a childhood fantasy, taking place in a lovely, warm world where everything is safe. Lovely. I could really see the scene as you described it.
ReplyDeleteLove it! A whole story in 100 words!
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