Zoe hates family vacations; the guided tours, jam-packed itineraries, endless photo ops, cramped sleeping conditions, and unfamiliar food. This year would prove no different as she begrudgingly stuffs a hoodie in her backpack, and hops out of the cab.
The line to board the ferry is long, so Zoe uses headphones to buy her a little time. Her parents are holding hands and pointing out interesting sights, while her two younger brothers are taking turns kicking one another.
As they wait, Zoe people-watches. She sees a couple doing a poor job of trying to disguise the argument that they’re having. Then, she sees a creepy middle-aged, bald guy digging in his noise.
And just as she convinces herself that this too is yet another “family vacation adventure” (as her mother refers to them) that she could have done without, she scans to the left of the crowd and sees him. She looks away quickly, and smiles.
© LaRonda Moore
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Inspired by FFfAW Challenge #97
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Is that smile enigmatic in a funny kind of way. A tummy swoop, an aerial loop? I can’t wait to hear what you have to say 😉 Thanks, I enjoyed this little teaser. Peter
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Zoe’s smile is enthusiasm. She feels hope but more importantly purpose for this vacation now. What could give a family vacation more purpose then a crush? Awe. The wonders of teenage love. Thanks for your comment and thoughts!
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I meant the final smile as “she saw him . . . ” at the end of your story. 😉
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Hahahaha! I love the descriptions of the characters around her. LOL! I also love how you show that she is a boy crazy teenager. Wonderful story! Welcome to the FFfAW challenge! We are happy you have joined us!
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Thanks so much Joy. I am excited to be a part of this writing community!
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This is great!
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Thanks Lisa.
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Love first sight but only for the moment.
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Right. Is that what it was for you?
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