IAIN KELLY

ONE LAST CHRISTMAS

She wandered through empty rooms, smiling sadly at the lifetime of memories swirling around.

The house was too big for her alone. Next year it would be sold.

The decorations lit up the living room. Tomorrow would be filled with laughter and joy.

One last family gathering in their home.


Written for the Scottish Book Trustโ€™s monthly 50-word story competition. Decemberโ€™s topic is to write a story set inside this house. There is a chance you could win a mug: more details HERE.

12 responses to “ONE LAST CHRISTMAS”

  1. Tena Carr Avatar
    Tena Carr

    Great story

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar
  2. NK Avatar

    Poignant and tight — nicely done.

    Liked by 2 people

    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Thanks ๐Ÿ™‚

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  3. D. Wallace Peach Avatar

    Bittersweet, but beautiful. Happy Holidays. ๐Ÿ™‚

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Thanks, Happy Holidays to you too ๐Ÿ™‚

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  4. John Davis Frain Avatar

    It is so tough to paint a picture in only 50 words. But Iain, you just did it. That house came alive in my mind. And sadly, it came across as the last time it will come alive for her. Great story, nicely done.

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    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Many thanks John, much appreciated.

      Liked by 1 person

  5. James McEwan Avatar

    Short and sweet. Perhaps, I thought, if she was a ghost this would provide an extra dimension.

    Liked by 1 person

    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

      Very true, that could be left to the reader of they believe in ghosts or not. Thanks for reading and commenting.

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  6. subroto Avatar

    Nicely done. Brings out her nostalgic frame of mind.

    Liked by 1 person

    1. Iain Kelly Avatar

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