Another take on story writing for Mondays Finish the Story.
This is a unique flash fiction challenge where we’re provided a photo and the first sentence of a story. We have to finish the story using 100-150 words, not including the sentence provided
Photo by Barbara W. Beacham
The family had no idea that little Luigi would grow up to be a fashion-model. Most members of Bosco family, despite their lovely complexion and fine features, were lacking in body height. Luigi, who took after his Mama, was the most diminutive kid in his big family.
In school, everyone teased Luigi and called him ‘basso’. He didn’t mind but his Mama was hurt to see her baby side-lined in all major school functions. She fed him all sorts of foods but to no effect.
No wonder, the family was shocked when one day Luigi disclosed that a big company had selected him be their fashion-model. Jubilation and merry-making followed.
Actually, this company had manufactured a nutritious protein-shake. A short handsome model was needed who, with camera trick, would be televised to have become taller after regularly consuming this shake.
Luigi had proven that every person has value for this world. He basked in his glory, while his cousins felt jealous of him.
(148 words)
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‘basso’ is Italian for short, and ‘alto’ means tall
Yes, it’s a faulty world where looks are promoted, and people are obsessed with enhancing their appearance, but Luigi had to prove himself within this faulty world.
I found this link: Myths about becoming a fashion-model
Copyright © 2015 Written by Alka Girdhar
Excellent story. Everyone does have value for this world….some stand out more than others, but they all contribute in some way.
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Thanks a lot for liking it. Yes, a small object has as much value as a bigger one. A needle is needed and so is sewing machine…a doctor can’t serve without a nurse. I can go on 🙂
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Reading this story made me smile. what a wonderful lesson. 🙂
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🙂 Thanks! Indeed everything needs to be valued.
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Another well done story! Thank you for submitting two this week! I hope that you return for the next challenge too! I enjoy your stories. Be well…. ^..^
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Thank you for liking my story! Being almost new to story writing, I’m myself happy with my attempts and enjoying them. I will join in anytime I can come up with a good story. Regards.
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I look forward to reading more of your stories Alka!
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Great story with a great message – everyone has value in this world. However, some just make the wrong decisions (IMHO). Glad that Luigi had a happy ending.
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Thank you! That’s true. Everything and everyone has their own place and value. I completely agree with you…it’s a lot to do with our right and wrong decisions. The path taken and the path not taken. Luigi made the most of what he was blessed with.
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Yes, Alka, he did. 🙂
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