Word was out that there would be animal abuse and drinking. Definitely drinking. Children would be welcome.
Cars started arriving with little ones spilling out. Smiles, hugs, and greetings abounded. Despite the predictions, everyone was happy. A stout stick was issued to the children.
Time to swing at the piñata.
N.T. Franklin writes after his real job hoping one day to have it be his real job. He writes cozy mystery short stories, nostalgia short stories, and Flash Fiction. When not reading or writing short stories, you might find him fishing or solving crossword puzzles.
Very good “hook” with the “animal abuse” Really liked this one :-)
Thanks for the kind words.
Reminded me of Shirley Jackson’s “The Lottery”. This one surprised me more.
Thanks for the lovely comparison.
Just found this one. I remember many fun birthday parties in CA where we kids whacked the piñata.