From the writing competition on August 3rd, in which the requirements were that it be 100 words or less and feature a bookmark, RealitySlams from Malaysia sent in this beautiful entry. She won a book from the list offered by the UK Year of Reading.
Here is her story:
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"As any artist knows, any feelings conveyed while performing the art would be felt by its audience.
And so, with feelings of love and tenderness, he started carving on the thin aluminium plate a fine pattern that lifted, dipped, and curled. He worked on it almost without lifting the carving blade, his concentration unwavering. Thirty minutes later, the bookmark was done. Making certain the corners were blunt and the surface rid of carving dust, Gibran called out to his four year-old grandson Khalil, whom he hoped would take up the love of reading.
As he has."
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In her few words I am given a very clear picture in my mind first from a distance, then viewing the bookmark from above as the carver does. The detail of his action adds to the portrayal of the carver's character, showing us his skill, his conscientiousness and care for his grandson. And it is for me, filled with emotion, passing on skills between the generations, full of the hopes for the future. A very worthy winner. Well done RealitySlams!
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2 comments:
thank you! such kind words! again, thanks for the encouragement, Jenny!
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It is a lovely piece of writing. And what a great way for a grandparent to encourage a grandchild to read.
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