Chocolate Chip Cookies

by LaToya "Elle" Scott
(Houston, TX. USA)

Mmmmmmmm the smell of chocolate chip cookies! She taste tears in her mouth, from the cries of why? Poor baby only wanted to play with her mother, not to be yelled at for just standing in your presence. Her mother was baking cookies; this is supposed to be a scene of love. She was only longing for her mother's affection. All children just want to feel the warmth of loving arms being wrapped around their little bodies. Whispers of, mommy I love you, as they are being kissed on the forehead after a good night prayer.

This little girl just wanted laugh at being tickled and hear that she brought you joy. Not shiver in the corner after being abused by your hands. She just wanted to be the child that made you smile, not feel the regret of being the burden that ruined your life. She shouldn't be hearing all these negative thoughts about all the things she stopped in your life.

Mmmmmmm the smell of chocolate chip cookies brings about the emotion of strength, because when I grew up I realized that I am not my mother's mistake, I am one of God's greatest creations. I realized that I cannot live a life of bitterness, for someone else's issues. I realized that I like oatmeal raisin cookies instead.

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Oct 16, 2010
good on you!
by: Sue

An inspirational story - to realise that we don't have to be 'trapped' in a nasty childhood. Thank you.

Oct 16, 2010
thank you
by: Anonymous

Amen!

Oct 06, 2010
Beautiful Work !
by: Jael

It makes me think of the scripture, "When my father and mother forsake me, then the Lord will take me up."

Oct 04, 2010
Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are Better Anyway
by: Tamika

This was absolutely beautiful! The ending made me smile really really big! Oatmeal Raisin Cookies are Better Anyway! Keep up the great work!

Oct 02, 2010
No Title Needed
by: J. White

This story gives honest insight of true accounts through the reflective mirror of your life. The examples you used are vivid and causes the reader to feel the emotion you felt as a child. Well done!

Sep 30, 2010
Strengthening
by: Carolann

Beautifully written. I am very impressed with the way you portrayed strength and emotion and hope. Very well done!

Sep 30, 2010
Tender Words
by: Glynis Smy

This is sad and moving. Strong emotions are portrayed in your piece. Thank you for sharing.

Sep 29, 2010
Beautiful and sad
by: Donna

This is beautiful and sad and brave. I like the hopeful surprise at the end. Thank you for writing this.

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