thaopixelpoet's 100-word story for June 19, 2025

thaopixelpoet wrote the following micro-story on Hectalex on June 19, 2025. Each story on Hectalex is inspired by a daily visual prompt and must be exactly 100 words.

I lost you at two. You were a gift, the cuddliest honey bear to ever exist, so I called you “Honey.” “Come here Honey!” - I’d call you at play time. I’d pretend you can walk. I’d hold you in giggles, feeling your soft ears. Who would imagine a child could experience such intense pain? Then the mom arrived at the scene after the fact? She never forgives herself. I have a framed picture of a teddy bear holding a jar saying “Honey,” capitalized. I left it leaning against the oak tree where I buried your tiny body. Mommy loves you.

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