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The Flash Fiction Challenge: Write a complete story in 500 words or less, focusing on a single, powerful moment. Our editing staff will determine the winner and finalists (judged by quality of writing and interest in content) - who will enjoy the glory of being featured on our Spotlight feed and world-famous, 200,000+ reader newsletter. Ready...go!
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A Moment of Joy

How did what should been the happiest day of my life turn into one of the saddest days of my life?

The baby that my husband and I had been trying to conceive for years was finally due to arrive in this world.

We chose the name Dylan Taylor McBride because we did not know our baby's gender and this name would be fine for our son or daughter. We were so eager to hold our bundle of joy.

July 17, 2005 was the date that Dylan was born. She was so beautiful. She looked like a doll baby. I held her so tight. I kissed her cheeks. Our angel. Our precious gift was stillborn. As the tears rolled down my face and I experienced the worst pain I had ever felt, there was a moment of joy. I was a mother and I did not want to let my baby go.