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The Mona Lisa Effect

Leo's letdown

By Joe O’ConnorPublished 3 years ago • 1 min read
The Mona Lisa Effect
Photo by Mika Baumeister on Unsplash

Long wait. Overcrowded room. Zig-zagging like the airport line. Chattering anticipation. Phone camera poised. Bated breath for your turn.

Hmmm. Smaller than you thought. Shift your head to see if her eyes follow. The foot-tapping and tsks from behind make you move after barely a moment.

It’s just a painting.

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Joe O’Connor

New Zealander

English teacher

Short stories and poems📚

Please be honest- I would love your constructive feedback, as it's the only way I'll get better. Would rather it was pointed out so I can improve!

Currently writing James The Wonderer

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