Favourite Animal
The fifth story of 'Divine Revelation'.
When I was six and they asked me what my favourite animal was I said puppies. They were small and cuddly and soft and warm.
When I was nine and they asked me what my favourite animal was I said dragons. They were strong and fierce and protective and brave. They’re my dad’s favourite and I just want to be like him.
When I was fourteen and they asked me what my favourite animal was I said butterflies. They’re resilient and transformed and beautiful and delicate. They’re my mum’s favourite and I just want to be like her.
Now I’m eighteen and they ask me what my favourite animal is. I want to say dragons and butterflies and puppies and cats and bunnies and snakes and crocodiles. But I’ve grown up now so I say caterpillars.
Because the dragons only exist in memories and the butterflies are only beautiful because the caterpillars are brave.
About the Creator
annie harper
Just an actor from Central Queensland, writing some short stories and poetry. I hope you find one you like <3
TW: a lot of my work contains mentions of self-harm, suicide, death, abuse, and mental illness. Please be gentle with yourself.
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Got to hand it to your creativity and memory. Keep up the work. If you have time for a quick read, here's a little story for ya. https://vocal.media/fiction/the-life-of-twister