Oh AG, you are a commentary balm for my soul, I swear. I really struggled with this story, I have been reading a lot about the craft of writing. The just blathering what's floating around in your cortex out, then leaving it, then going back to the draft and mercilessly sanding away at the words until just what needs to said remains. It's gloriously agonizing lol, but I want to get better.
I'm so glad the tale was a treat for you, your response was one for me, thank you😊
You do have a way. As for working hard...if you've ever read biographies of great authors, they almost always labor. They write and rewrite. A short story may be months in the planning, on and off again, as it takes shape.
When I write (not that I am any model) sometimes the story comes in a flash. But then the work begins. And, in a way, the fun. Because that's when I get to know myself, my style. Only I know where I want the story to go, how I want it to sound. I have a chisel, and I'm in complete control. I love this stage writing.
Your effort shows :)
I so loved reading your reply! You can tell that you love to methodically sculpt words to reveal your own unique take on whatever pops into your consciousness, a true word artist and appreciator of all who labor in the realm.
And you are so, so a model!