Our gracious host, Rochelle, at Friday Fictioneers
encourages us to be creative by writing a story in
100 words or less using the photo shown below.
Here’s where the photo prompt took me.
The words “I can’t” shattered her like glass. Three hundred faces stared. Her chest burned with rage and humiliation as she fled down the aisle, each step a scream her throat wouldn’t release. Outside, she ripped the veil from her hair and hurled it onto the concrete rubble behind the church. Let it rot there. Let the flowers wither like her trust, like every promise he’d made. She wanted to set it all on fire – the dress, the day, the fool she’d been. Instead, she walked away, leaving that delicate white lie crumpled in the dirt where it belonged.
NAR©2025
100 Words
This is “watch” by Billie Eilish
All text, graphics and videos are copyright for Nancy Richy and are not to be used without permission. NAR©2017-present.
The Elephant's Trunk 
Ooh, powerful stuff, Nancy!
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Thanks very much, Chris. I’m glad you enjoyed it.
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Dear Nancy,
Wow! Better before she said “I do.” In the end I think she’s be happy, although a dramatic break up for sure. Well done.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Thanks, Rochelle. I agree with you completely. While I’m sure what he did came as a complete shock, once the dust settles she will realize it’s for the best. Still, that doesn’t excuse his lousy behavior!
Shalom
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Nancy, I’m sorry he hurt her. She made the right choice in not taking the next step and walking away. I like Billie Eilish. Her song flames all of the way through.
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In time she will come to realize this was the best thing that could have happened although it hurts like hell right now, and the way he handled it was like a kick to the gut. Thanks for your comments, Lisa. I’m glad you enjoyed it my story and the song.
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You’re welcome.
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Wow, that was a great story.
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Thanks very much, Mark. At first glance without my glasses, I mistook the flowers for a bridal veil. When I realized my mistake, I decided to just go with that premise anyway. Pleased to know you enjoyed it.
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A very touching story, Nancy! Much appreciated 👏👏👏
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Thanks for your very gracious comments, KK.
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Truly my pleasure, Nancy 😊
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good for her. as it stands, it seems her wedding dress isn’t even worth donating to goodwill.
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Nope! At this point, she has no good will! 😂 Thanks, plaridel.
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everything happens for the best…she’ll soon realize…and meet someone worthy!
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I feel the same way, Nandini. Thank you.
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let the dust settle (and flowers) and move on – very good
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Thanks, Yvette. Things always look clearer when the dust settles.
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so true
🙂
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his loss obviously
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I agree, obviously
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Whose lie, hers or his?
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Good question, James; I think it’s safe to assume it’s his lie but who knows.
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Such an emotional and sad story! I thought the song was perfect. Hope you are doing well ❤️🩹❤️
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Thanks Lisa! I’m pleased to know you enjoyed my story. I’m in pain, which is to be expected just two days after surgery. Writing keeps my mind occupied. I’m hopeful when I get my custom fit splint on Monday that I’ll be a little more comfortable. Thank you for asking..
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❤️
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Hope you’re okay, Nancy. Strong story ❤️
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Thank you so much for asking, Esther. I’m in pain, but it’s only been two days since the surgery. I find I am most happy when my mind is engaged in something creative. Using the Dictation app helps a lot; I’m right handed and can do very little with my left hand. I’m glad you enjoyed the story; I’m sure this scenario has played out many times. Thank you.
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Take care 💐
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So glad to see you posting! This is a powerful one, writer Nancy. Hope your healing is going well. 💝
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Thanks so much for your good wishes, Michele. I’m uncomfortable and my hand hurts but I find if I’m doing some writing and my mind is occupied, I can deal with it. This is a sad story, but I’m sure it’s happened before. I appreciate your comments.
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🪻🌸🌺🌷🌻🌼
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After she’s vented her anger, she’ll be glad to be rid of him. What a piece of sh$$, to do that.
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That must be some awful pain to deal with! Thanks for sharing your thoughts, Gabi. I appreciate them.
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Excellent! Run, girl, run! He doesn’t deserve you anyway. Oy… Super short, Nancy. And perfect tune, of course,
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What a nightmare, but she is truly better off without him. Thanks for your comments, my sistah! I do appreciate them.
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Absolutely! And she better not consider giving him a second chance, either!
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Good Lord, no!
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There are fools who would…
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They need a good bitch slapping!
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You’ve got that right.
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Well, that’s that I guess!
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What a total louse!
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Maybe the Baby’s Breath will take root and survive and she is better off without him.
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Flowers, bloom in the most unlikely of places. Good riddance to him, I say!
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Thus was born the phrase-“Run- while there is still time!” loved this.
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You make an excellent point! This guy is a first class louse. Thanks, Jodi.
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Hell hath no fury like a woman scorned. What a tale.
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You got that right, dear Keith! And who could blame her? Thank you!
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A wonderful show of anger and humiliation. Sad circumstances though.
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Thanks very much, James. I can’t imagine something like this happening, yet it does.
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Full of feeling, this one
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Thank you, Neil. So dreadful.
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Nicely done Sis 💜
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Thanks very much, sis.
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Each word felt deeply, Nancy!
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Thank you Cindy. Once I got started, it was full steam ahead!
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Written with great feeling Nancy loved it and the track too🙌
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Thank you, Ange. I was really into this one!
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Oh poor lady. A public betrayal hurts a lot
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Oh, yes. It’s got to be the worst! Thank you, Sadje.
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You’re very welcome
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