Boy in the Balloon

by Boudreau Freret

It soared high across the land, a slow floating spectacle for all to stop and stare. Broadcasts interrupted, breath held. Like a child trapped in a well, only better - so much better because of the potential for splatter - potential death transmitted live. The networks stood erect in excited anticipation. Then when it came down, they did too. He was not inside.

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Boudreau Freret's satire has appeared online at Yankee Pot Roast and The Talking Mirror. His first non-satirical submission is coming soon to Mylène Dressler’s American Stories NOW.