Charli’s Carrot Ranch Fiction challenge this week:
July 25, 2019, prompt: In 99 words (no more, no less) write a story that includes the phrase “for one day.” The words single out a special occurrence. What is the emotion and vibe, where does it take place and why? Go where the prompt leads!
The Ugly Duckling Bites Back
I’ve spent my life in her shadow; the beautiful sister, tall, willowy, popular.
And me, well, I’m just me. Plain, average in every way, and described as ‘nice’.
But not today.
Today is my day.
I was the one who managed to find a lovely lad.
I was the one proposed to at the top of the Eiffel Tower.
I am the one looking at my reflection in the mirror today, unable to recognise the princess that stands here in my place.
I am the bride walking down the aisle.
For one day, all eyes will be on me.
But I Smile Anyway... 
Aug 01, 2019 @ 06:08:15
Way to go, Ritu. I’m pleased she remained the centre of attention.
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Aug 01, 2019 @ 07:58:12
Every dog has its day, eh Norah!
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Aug 02, 2019 @ 07:14:57
I guess so! 🙂
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Jul 31, 2019 @ 23:18:38
Filled with the bitterness of a vengeful win. Hope the feathers settle! Good writing, Ritu.
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Jul 31, 2019 @ 23:52:32
Thanks Charli! ❤
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Jul 27, 2019 @ 21:32:04
Ooh, fantastic subject for “Just One Day!”
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Jul 27, 2019 @ 21:57:14
Thank you 🥰
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Jul 27, 2019 @ 12:27:33
Excellent, Ritu!
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Jul 27, 2019 @ 13:18:39
Thanks Jennie!!! Hope youe vacation is goind well!
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Jul 27, 2019 @ 19:00:10
It is, just way too fast.
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Jul 27, 2019 @ 19:38:04
I know…
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Jul 27, 2019 @ 01:39:52
Her day to shine and celebrate her. Very nice, Sister 💜
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Jul 27, 2019 @ 09:20:58
Thank you Brother 💜
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Jul 27, 2019 @ 15:28:56
You’re welcome Sister! 💜
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Jul 26, 2019 @ 22:08:48
That one special day… very fitting take, sis!
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Jul 26, 2019 @ 22:09:16
Thanks sis! ❤
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Jul 26, 2019 @ 22:16:40
😊💖
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Jul 26, 2019 @ 19:20:51
Lovely, with so great emotions. Sounds like you had yourself fought out such things, Sis. Have a beautiful weekend! Michael
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Jul 26, 2019 @ 19:51:59
Thank you so much Bro. Thankfully I was the only sister… But there was one person who made me feel this way. When they didn’t come to my wedding, I can’t explain the relief…
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Jul 26, 2019 @ 19:57:52
Oh yes, I had completely lost sight of it, Sis! After all, it does not have to be your own wheegeers.
Be happy, then you really had a nice wedding.
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Jul 26, 2019 @ 20:06:01
🥰 oh I am
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Jul 26, 2019 @ 18:56:08
Lovely Sis, every sisters nightmare. Loved it 💜💜💜
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Jul 26, 2019 @ 18:58:47
It really is sis. Thank you 💜
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Jul 26, 2019 @ 18:40:25
What a great take, Ritu. It reminds me of Bette Midler’s song Wind beneath my wings: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jorJh8DTMVM
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Jul 26, 2019 @ 18:41:29
Thank you Robbie, and an honour to be compared to Bette Midlers song!
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Jul 26, 2019 @ 18:30:20
Great flash fiction story. You got across a lot of emotion and description is so few words! Thanks for sharing.
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Jul 26, 2019 @ 18:31:43
Thank you Rachel 🙂
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Jul 26, 2019 @ 17:54:02
Beautiful! I can totally relate and this brought tears to my eyes
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Jul 26, 2019 @ 17:57:31
It’s hard, living in someones shadow… 🥴
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Jul 26, 2019 @ 17:53:27
Nice.
Can identify with being in the sister’s shadow, but for different reasons!
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Jul 26, 2019 @ 17:57:04
Aw!!!
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