The Rags of an Orphan

Denise waits for the bus to get her home. Christmas bags and stressed-out faces trap her. She feels lonely.Outside. On the curb. A small child wearing a summer dress. Shivering. With lilac and yellow flowers. Wealth and stress inside the bus. Poverty and cold outside. Denise' stomach rolls with disgust. Memories of her past return.Can Denise make a difference? "The Rags of an Orphan" mirrors society. How will Denise decide? How would you? Read and find your peace at Christmas Eve.