Words in the Park 2024!
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Write a story or poem about your favorite childhood toy.
How to use this prompt: Using the picture and heading, create a short story or poem incorporating it. There is no right or wrong 'answer' just whatever your imagination sparks from the subject.
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Not a child interested in dolls, I fell in love with a store window display doll sitting in a pram. Initially, the store owner refused to sell it, but my Mother persuaded him. My large dark eyed, black haired doll was my only one. Almost as large as me, I adored her. I called her Tina.
Fleeting glance
A store window
Viewed display
Oh she’s lovely
Unattainable Refused sale Irate reaction Temper tantrum Eased by promises
Tactical talk
Only this one time
Your doll purchased