By Brian K. Bolen
Raya watched the rain. “Can I go out and play, Grandma?”
“No, stay inside.”
“Why?”
“B’cause, the Puddle People will getcha.”
Raya muttered something and opened the door.
“I’m warnin’ you, don’t go out there.”
Slamming the door, Raya hopped down the steps—laughing, skipping.
Across the street, puddles formed. Raya jumped into the largest, feet spraying water.
“Get outta there, child!”
Raya froze; her eyes widened, fingers splayed. “Help me, Grandma, help!”
Grandma watched as Raya descended into darkness, wagging one finger. “I told you, child.”
She turned and headed inside, knowing Raya’s older sister would be waiting for her.
OMG..unexpected ending. Loved it
Like most kids, puddles are fun, even after Grandma’s warnings she could not resist. To our surprise we find out that her sister met with the same fate.
Great story, author has a terrific imagination.
Nice! Had to read it twice to get that the older sister was in the puddle. Grandmas should be listened to!