Jackal's 100-word story for June 25, 2025

Jackal wrote the following micro-story on Hectalex on June 25, 2025. Each story on Hectalex is inspired by a daily visual prompt and must be exactly 100 words.

“Happy birthday to me Happy birthday to me Happy birthday to…. myself Happy birthday to me” *blows out candle* *silent sobs* Joy sat at the dining room table, looking at her singular cupcake. This was the first year that she’s on her own and she doesn’t quite know what to do. Her therapist told her to do everything she would have done if Jordan was there, so she started her day at “Holy Biscuit” for their birthday special. Then a nice walk around Lake Longbow. And finally now sitting at the table with her favorite cupcake. *continues to sob uncontrollably*

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