By Kim kjagain Moes
Marco, in his threadbare jeans, watches another boy, wearing fancy clothes and shiny shoes, ride the Wish Carousel. Marco jumps over the fence and climbs on, eyes closed, wishing he could be like the rich boy. When Marco opens his eyes, he has fancy clothes and shiny shoes.
Paulo, with his threadbare genes, watches the poor boy jump onto the moving carousel. Eyes closed, Paulo wishes he could be like him. When Paulo opens his eyes, he has sturdy legs in tattered clothes. He tests out his first steps, then runs to help the other boy who has just fallen down.
Clever “Be careful what you wish for” lesson in 101 words! Brilliant use of the homonyms jeans/genes.
Agree.
Amazing!
Good story, Kim. Well done!
Thanks for submitting. Very enjoyable.
Wow, what a fantastic reversal. I enjoyed this story.
Very thoughtful!
Love the differences shown between Marco and Paulo, how, when one’s wish is granted, he’s happy for himself, and when the other’s wish is granted, he immediately helps someone else. Fantastic!
Liked the story. Great idea
Outstanding. Make sure you stop and think about your wishes.