Pegman takes us to Tulum, Mexico this week
The challenge to create a 150 word story inspired by the location. Here’s my story.
Maria’s Quinceanera
‘ Maria ! Come here, I need to check your party dress.’
‘Mama, I have a headache, can’t come just now…’
‘Listen here Miss, it’s not just about you. Our family is on show here, we’ll give a magnificent party, thanks to Uncle Pedro’s generosity. We’ll celebrate your 15th birthday, showing you off to our neighbours. Don’t you dare bring shame on us..’
‘Scram little Brother ! Not boys’ stuff. ‘
‘Auntie Rita what did Mama mean – ‘showing me off?’
‘Maria, as a girl, we protected you, taught you to be a good girl. You have reached the age
of 15, soon grown up, maybe engaged. We are so proud of you, others will see our pride in you,
and your beauty ‘.
‘Rita, the cake is here ‘.
‘I think I understand, its scary and exciting. Love my dress. Boys eh ? Me a grown up, wonder how I will be ?
May 19, 2018 at 7:00 pm
Very well-written.
May 11, 2018 at 11:22 pm
Fifteen! So young, so much expected. You truly captured that.
May 12, 2018 at 9:29 am
Thanks Alicia, pleased you feel it worked. I was feeling a sense of her stepping out into a future which she doesn’t yet know about.
May 8, 2018 at 2:37 am
Dear Francine,
You’ve captured the importance of the Quinciñera and the family voices beautifully. Nicely written.
Shalom,
Rochelle
May 9, 2018 at 7:41 am
Thank you Rochelle. Such a big transition for a girl I think.
May 7, 2018 at 7:29 pm
I think she’s not quite ready to grow up! They certainly have a lot of expectations for her. Love how you highlighted this tradition for your story. It’s a very big deal in Mexico.
May 9, 2018 at 7:43 am
Thank you Karen for your appreciation. Looks like a hugely celebrated event, from the photos.