I’m sorry that happened to you. Presumably someone you have a child with is someone you could trust to be faithful. Sometimes, the presumption is wrong.

I hope that what ever path lies before you, you find more than a touch of happiness there.

Brutal, but I love the practicality of that last sentence.

A sad story, more so because it’s in this challenge. Had to read this a couple times before it sank in.

The writing is very well-styled, and the impact is increased for it. Every sentence a discrete thought barely connected to the next, but every word necessary for comprehension.

Oh man, that’s so sad. That last sentence reminds me of Hemingway’s “For Sale: Baby shoes. Never worn.” But in a slightly more brutal sense…

wow, well certain times call for certain actions!

Like Scott said, the practicality of the wording in this story really makes it hit home. The last line is heartbreaking.

I love stories that say so much in just a few lines.

There are obviously longer and more complex versions of this story (all, you’ll be glad to know, with much silver lining to the thundercloud), but I greatly enjoyed the catharsis – and challenge – of reducing it to its barest bones. Thanks RYD for a smart challenge!

awesome. I liked the soho hookers line! I do hope your wounds are slowly healing.

Not a word wasted.