Thanks again to Rochelle Wisoff-Fields for hosting Friday Fictioneers! Here’s my take on the photo prompt in 100 words.
PHOTO PROMPT © Dale Rogerson
The Stage
Little Emmie loved to dance, but distrusted the stage.
She rushed twice a week to the room with mirrors and eagerly mimicked as Ms. Jones moved to the music. But it didn’t seem quite right, like trying to draw a sunset.
“On stage,” Ms. Jones’ words glowed with reverence, “it will be magnificent!”
Emmie wasn’t sure. Her costume looked too ruffly, sequin-y, and bright.
Mom read Emmie’s thoughts on performance day and smiled. “Just try it once, hun. Experiences are good.”
After the dance, Mom pushed her way backstage. Emmie ran to her.
“Agggghh!” She screamed. “I love the stage!”
Angela Writes... 
A born performer!
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Yes! Thank you for reading and commenting :).
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There are those who shine once under the spotlight! Lovely story!
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i love happy ending. well done. 🙂
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I’m glad you enjoyed it. Thank you!
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Sweet story and a star is born!
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Iain, thank you!
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What a reversal! Your story is so lifelike, I can just hear Emmie’s squeal of joy.
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Margaret, thank you! Your kind comment is so encouraging. And sorry for the delayed reply; it’s been one of those weeks :).
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You have shown a wonderful learning experience, where self doubt is overcome but just trying and doing. How else can confidence grow for children.
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James, thank you! That’s exactly what I was trying to portray. Apologies for the super delayed reply; I’m playing catchup.
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Such a beautiful story. Emmie is so vividly described, she jumps from the page.
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Thank you so much for reading and commenting!
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Those are the kinds of happy endings I like. Pushing through the discomfort can yield such blessings.
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Thank you! There’s something wonderful about the transition from thinking you can’t, to realizing you can. 🙂 And I’m sorry for the delayed reply; it’s been a week!
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You’re very welcome, Angela, and no worries.
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Aww… So wholesome. Sometimes you need that one person to get you going.
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Yes, so true! The people who motivate others to better things are probably the most influential people in the world, though they may never fully realize it. Thank you for commenting, and my apologies for the delayed reply.
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Lovely happy ending and a good mother-daughter relationship. Nicely done!
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Thank you so much!
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Wise Mum, wise teacher. There’s something magical about the stage!
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I agree completely! And wise mums and teachers are some of the best things we can ask for over the years. Thank you for commenting :).
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