16/12/2024
๐ฃ๐๐ฃ๐๐ฅ ๐ง๐ฅ๐๐๐๐ฆ | The Clarionโs Literary Folio
THIS WEEKโS FEATURED SHORT STORY IS:
๐ช๐ฟ๐ผ๐ป๐ด ๐ง๐ถ๐บ๐ถ๐ป๐ด ๐๐ถ ๐ฆ๐ฎ๐ป๐๐ฎ ๐๐น๐ฎ๐๐ by Sir Albert P. Esguerra
Sir Albertโs work is a comedic narrative with a dramatic twist that tackles the complexities of unrequited love and timing. Through the protagonistโs heartfelt reflections and clumsy attempts at expressing his feelings, Sir Albert presents a story about missed opportunities, deep longing, and the often painful gap between expectations and reality.
The story is about a young manโs infatuation with a girl who has long since been the object of his affections. He recalls the various moments throughout his life where he triedโsometimes awkwardly, sometimes humorouslyโto win her attention, but always with a sense of delay or misfortune. Whether itโs his poorly timed jokes or his unspoken confessions, the protagonist constantly faces the bitter irony of not being able to connect with the girl he loves, at least not in the way he had hoped.
As Christmas draws near, โWrong Timing si Santa Clausโ reminds us that sometimes, the love and moments we long for come too lateโafter the chance has passed. The protagonist's painful journey of unspoken feelings and missed opportunities speaks to the universal experience of waiting for the right moment, only to find it slip away. In the end, he learns that timing is out of our control, but love, though delayed, can still be deeply meaningful.
This holiday season, as we reflect on the true essence of Christmas, let us remember that the magic of Christmas is not in perfect timing or unfulfilled wishes, but in the presence of those we love, and the joy of giving and receiving love, no matter when it comes. Christmas is not just about receiving, but about cherishing the moments we haveโand embracing the love we can give today, before it's too late.
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Caption by: Ashley Velasco