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Michael Priv's avatar

I loved this. The world-building is most impressive. In a few hundred words you created the feeling of an entire world that clearly existed long before the first sentence and will continue after the last. I also liked your use of implication. You never explain who Induna is, why he left society, or what happened to Lulu's parents. We happen upon a slice of life unfolding in the moment of now. Finally, the literary symmetry is beautifully done. The story begins with a cry in the wilderness and ends with quiet human warmth. The journey is about rediscovering a part of humanity that solitude can never replace. That's elegant storytelling.

Colin Durrant's avatar

I am grateful for your kind word and support Michael, thank you. I love how you said it started with a cry and ends with warmth. :-)

Jo-Ann Petrarca's avatar

That was such a heartwarming story, Colin. 😊

Colin Durrant's avatar

Thank you so much Jo-Ann.. so grateful for your support 🙏🏼☺️❤️

Jo-Ann Petrarca's avatar

You know that I will always be here for you, Colin! 😊

Colin Durrant's avatar

Ah, eternally grateful Jo-Ann :-) Thank you

Jo-Ann Petrarca's avatar

Oh Colin, no thanks needed. We’re all here to support each other, and spread the love and compassion we have in our hearts.

Diana Heyer's avatar

I can feel the weight of this, the significance, in my heart. Than you

Colin Durrant's avatar

Thank you Diana. I’m glad it touched you ☺️🙏🏼

Hege Kristoffersen's avatar

Beautiful post yet again Colin 🙏

Colin Durrant's avatar

Appreciate you Hege. And thank you for sharing…

Geraldine A. V. Hughes's avatar

Oh Wow! Absolutely charming, thank you Mr. Durrant. Amazing of what you can pack into a story! We come from, story. Be well, Geraldine

Colin Durrant's avatar

Thank you so much for your kind words Geraldine 🙏🏼😊

Janet Goh's avatar

My Lulu is you, bro! Haha! 🙏😁

Colin Durrant's avatar

haha!! Yes, you have to look after me..

Janet Goh's avatar

Haha! 🙏😁

Kate S's avatar

That's beautiful. 🥰❤️

Colin Durrant's avatar

Thanks so much Kate 🙏🏼☺️❤️

Tracy Hawkey's avatar

Yes, there is no feeling like human companionship. The warmth and tenderness is unmatched.

I enjoyed reading this. Thank you. 🙏💗