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Sand Dollars, by Mark Tulin – Friday Flash Fiction

Sand Dollars, by Mark Tulin – Friday Flash Fiction
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Sand Dollars, by Mark Tulin
21/8/2020

She finds them at low tide during the morning. Sometimes she digs in the sand to get them. Ever since she was a little girl, she searched for the perfect sand dollar but has yet to find one. They are either chipped or not completely round.

“I keep looking,” she says, “but, to me, they are all special.”

“Yes, “I say to my daughter. “Each sea urchin has the secret of nature inside.”

I watch her walk along the shoreline, often bending to pick one from the sand. She cradles each lovingly in her hands like she’s holding a dove.
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I am an author, poet, humorist, and short story writer living in Long Beach, California. I write about various topics, from my early childhood in Philadelphia to my years as a family therapist and finally to my soul-searching in California. These are poetic narratives that may have humorous or serious content or both. Either way, I hope my poetry and stories resonate with you. My books include Magical Yogis, Uncommon Love Stories, Awkward Grace, Junkyard Souls, and Rain on Cabrillo.

4 comments on “Sand Dollars, by Mark Tulin – Friday Flash Fiction

  1. Robert Parker's avatar

    Nice peaceful feeling, Mark.
    When you’re back from the shore, please get that great kid a Dove Bar! 😊

  2. Theresa's avatar

    So sweet! Perfect break from such a busy day. Thank you, Mark.

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