By Karama Neal
I approached the river—sun sparkling on the water, egrets on the banks, pretty little gray shells at my feet, tugboat pushing cargo upstream—but was nervous about getting too close. I only passed my college swimming requirement by holding my breath throughout the test. Mom would only reluctantly enter ankle-high water. She wouldn’t even let me spritz her with the water hose in our summer garden.
So while this river was ever present in our lives, Mom’s request for a river scattering surprised me.
But as I held her urn, taking cautious steps forward, I remembered her motto—‘Question fear.’
Excellent micro. Fantastic ending.
Thanks so much, David! ‘Question fear’ is indeed my own motto. So glad you like it.
Touching! Thank you
Thank you! I’m so pleased you enjoyed it.
Nice story, very thought-provoking!
Thank you! I’m glad you liked it.
Perfect flash. Great ending, and a title that does add to the story.
Thank you! I appreciate your kind words about my work.
Oh, this was beautiful.
Thank you! I’m so pleased that you liked it.
Wonderful, I loved the last line.
Thank you! I really appreciate your comments.
Thank you! I was pleased to draw from family memories for this.