Random word challenge #360: Monstrous

This story was published in Medium’s Fiction Shorts.

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The last line is Happy Christmas to all and to all a good night.

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It’s a monstrous responsibility.

There’s something different about this night, even for nonbelievers.

Can you hear it? The silence. Wars have stopped, all too briefly. Yesterday, I overheard two old friends greet each other after years of separation, hugging with a heartfelt Feliz Navidad.

Everyone carries a little bit of childhood throughout life. And a lot of pain. I can’t make the suffering go away. But I’m part of the world’s magic — a cool breeze on a hot day.

However, I need your help. I can’t do this alone.

Please!

Happy Christmas to all, and to all a good night.

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