In this month of hearts and flowers, when amorous
relationships are celebrated, let’s not forget those who help drive the lovers
into each other’s arms: the villains or at least those whose malevolent motives
cause the chaos the charmed couple must surmount to be together. February’s
Drabble (100 word stories) of “Ferreted Out Fairy Tales” feature the “Malicious
Menacers,” beginning with the step families in Cinderella and Snow White’s
sagas. Oh, and to keep the spirit of the month, the February Drabble will be in
rhyme!
The Steps’ Laments by Paula Gail Benson
What
should have been our dream come true,
Was
marred by you--adorable you!
We
thought ourselves so very smart
To wheedle
our way into his heart.
But,
when we arrived in your world,
Our
fury ignited and anger unfurled.
Next
to you--favored, pampered, prized--
We dwindled
to nothing in his eyes.
Seeking
to displace your favor
Gave
us diabolical thoughts to savor.
Cindy
and Snow, soon you came to realize,
How
much your presences were despised!
Yet,
whether worked to the bone or driven away
Somehow
your influence continued to stay,
Regretfully, even to
this day!© Paula Gail Benson, all rights reserved
