Tiny Stories: Of All The Land I Own

Popular belief has it that the universe is comprised of atoms. In reality, the universe is actually made up of…

You may not know it to look at me, but I’m a real estate tycoon. I own more acres of land than I know what to do with, complete with property, some with sturdy foundations, others less so. Where, you ask? You should be asking when.

All my property exists in the past. Acreages of failed relationships with family, friends, and lovers, all abandoned before they could reach their full potential. Some were cut short by circumstances beyond my control, but the majority were absolutely avoidable if only I had taken time to till the soil.

The land is barren now, available for sale or rent, perfect for an adventurous developer interested in building something meaningful from the ground up and willing to take on a tenant who is only harmful to himself but is trying really hard to do a better job at property management.


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13 responses to “Tiny Stories: Of All The Land I Own”

  1. Suddenly Suranne Avatar

    “I own more acres of land than I know what to do with” and “Acreages of failed relationships”…………….so powerful, so personal, so tragic.

    Great writing!

    1. Madd_Fictional Avatar

      Tilling the soil of relationships isn’t always as easy as it seems, Surrane. Cheers for the compliment!

  2. perigordonislurking Avatar
    perigordonislurking

    I caught myself nodding while reading this. Some stories hit closer to home than others. I know someone like this and I’m definitely going to show this to him. Thanks for sharing!

    1. Madd_Fictional Avatar

      I hope it helps, Peri. Let me know how it goes, and thanks for reading and commenting!

  3. Fernando Macabees Author Avatar
    Fernando Macabees Author

    “A tenant who is only harmful to himself” is a strong statement among a story of strong statements. Kudos to you, my friend!

    1. Madd_Fictional Avatar

      A mighty strong compliment, Fernando, thank you!

  4. CucaGobleDrinks Avatar
    CucaGobleDrinks

    I agree with everything everybody else in the comment section said! Each sentence goes from strength to strength!

    1. Madd_Fictional Avatar

      Thank you kindly, Cuca!

  5. Skylark Aberjhani Avatar

    Very nice allegorical post. Enjoyed the read.

    1. Madd_Fictional Avatar

      Thank you for taking the time to both read and comment!

  6. Terveen Gill Avatar

    Love the way you say this.
    I guess failed property managers and tycoons are quite the thing these days.
    Don’t invest till it’s deemed the best.
    Wish there was a way to know this beforehand.
    Very creative and written so well. Your style is impeccable.
    Awesome work, Rhyan! 🙂

    1. Madd_Fictional Avatar

      I have always envied those who can maintain the upkeep on relationship properties. As always, you flatter me, Miss Gill.

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