My homework was late again and my grades were dropping.
My English teacher said sadly, “How long has your Mom been in the hospital this time?”
“Six weeks.”
“I’m sorry. Try to do better getting your homework done. Are you all right at home alone so much?”
“Yes. I go for a lot of walks in the woods. It’s quiet there and I like to watch the chipmunks. They make me laugh.”
“You’re sure it’s safe.”
“Yes. I never see another human.” I didn’t tell her about the unicorn that walks with me. I knew she wouldn’t believe me.
Written in response to: February 22, 2018, prompt from Charli Mills at Carrot Ranch Literary Community: In 99 words (no more, no less) write a story about a unicorn. It can be realistic or fantastical. Go where the prompt leads.
Respond by February 27, 2018, to be included in the compilation (published February 28). Rules are here. All writers are welcome!
Sue Spitulnik 
02/25/2018 at 12:51
This is very poignant, Susan. A lovely response to the prompt.
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02/26/2018 at 13:48
Thank you Robbie
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02/28/2018 at 22:21
Susan, your flash made me think of the secrets we hold dear like an inner teddy bear when we are feeling vulnerable. A tender story.
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03/01/2018 at 09:13
If I weren’t such a manly man I would tell you that you almost made me cry with this one. This was a beautiful take on the prompt, Susan.
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03/01/2018 at 12:57
Thanks Michael.
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03/05/2018 at 01:54
I was also touched. I want to walk with a unicorn, too.
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