Well, life is not perfect and it's better to have loved and lost, as they say. I respect her decision to leave things be and it's pretty awesome that this did not sit well with the snotty reporter. Haha. Brilliant post, Reena.
Reena, I admire that you were able to tell such a short, short story primarily in dialogue. It engaged me and moves the story forward. Oh, what an ungraceful journalist, his attitude in stark contrast with that of the actress. Great closing. Thanks for the film history, too!
Darlene -- Thank you for reading and for that wonderfully specific, and encouraging comment. Coming from you, it made my day. SO glad you enjoyed the story. I have written a fuller story on this one which I'll publish soon. Look forward to learning more from you!
A really charming and poignant story, Reena. Please do continue writing the 100-word stories when the impulse grabs you. I love them and you pack amazing stories into those 100 words.
Yay Neil! Thank you. And YES it's written and coming. Submitted to an anthology -- let's see if they like it and once they decide I will share here. Thank YOU for reading my work, AND for telling me.
Well done, Reena! Asha seems like a person of sensitivity and depth. I particularly liked your ending: “Even gossip columnists are defeated by grace.”
ditto
Thank you so much Meryl!
SO glad you liked it, Tim! I always appreciate your comments.
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Thanks Raj! 🙏
Well, life is not perfect and it's better to have loved and lost, as they say. I respect her decision to leave things be and it's pretty awesome that this did not sit well with the snotty reporter. Haha. Brilliant post, Reena.
Thank you Parker! 💯 So glad you enjoyed it and welcome to my substack.
Reena, I admire that you were able to tell such a short, short story primarily in dialogue. It engaged me and moves the story forward. Oh, what an ungraceful journalist, his attitude in stark contrast with that of the actress. Great closing. Thanks for the film history, too!
Do indulge in more of these pieces….
And I love that dramatic sky!
Darlene -- Thank you for reading and for that wonderfully specific, and encouraging comment. Coming from you, it made my day. SO glad you enjoyed the story. I have written a fuller story on this one which I'll publish soon. Look forward to learning more from you!
A really charming and poignant story, Reena. Please do continue writing the 100-word stories when the impulse grabs you. I love them and you pack amazing stories into those 100 words.
Carolyn— Aww… Will do. Your appreciation means the world to me. Thank you for all your encouragement always ❤️
I'm glad these 100 word essays and stories intrude upon occasion. Such a good one. Thank you Reena.
Aww...thanks so much Emily. That's so good to hear.
I enjoyed this story and could imagine this becoming much longer in words. Thanks for sharing.
Yay Neil! Thank you. And YES it's written and coming. Submitted to an anthology -- let's see if they like it and once they decide I will share here. Thank YOU for reading my work, AND for telling me.
I’m always happy to see a 100 word essay in my inbox!
Aww thank you Brian!