She twirled around the pole, false enthusiasm on her face. She could have chosen a gem for her stage name: Ruby, Jade, or Sapphire. Perhaps a different virtue: Faith, Charity, even the popular but inaccurate Chastity. But looking out across the sea of half-seen faces, leering gazes that represented a new transmission for her car or books for school, or just another chunk for her nest egg, the young woman knew she’d chosen well. She would have a future after this, unlike her mama. She’d make that future.
Hope danced for the faceless wallets, taking solace in the power of names.
I love the depth here. A micro worth a thousand words. Thank you!
Abilene, Abilene
There’s a town ahead that you’ve never seen
I had to think of the great Dave Alvin song when I read your masterpiece in 103 words.
She did well. HOPE is perfect! Your choice of cover pic is perfect as well. Thanks for sharing.
Liked. She had a mindset and a determination to achieve it.
A Wonderful Micro story filled with Hope for a better life as she was in control and understands it an income source and not a long term career. Good Luck Hope!!!
Amazing, still in a short number of words you are able to create a emotive response - She have chosen a great name - Hope
Really like the story Hope tells! 😊
well done
Perfect!
❤️🍷
Empowered not exploited Hope is going through the motions to acheive her goal. A good example of the story behind the facade.
Well done!
She's got her eye on the prize. Clever micro!
Smart lady, has her shit together. Great micro about staying positive and keeping focused on her goals one step at a time.👌