Well, this was certainlly hard, and not just because I've been working to pick winners in such a small time frame. All of these were fantastic, I really couldn't ask for better entries. All of you successfully showed the world there is more to relationships than just romance or sex.
LovelySheree, I love your portrayal of best friends; it's so amazingly true some people might not believe that's what actually happens. Really, it's inspired.
BML1997, your story was so interesting, a whole world surrounding these two workers and a cat. I'd love to see more of these two sometime, someplace.
Silverspoons, what can I say? There's something about your portrayal of two friends that bonded over a less-than-ideal meeting place for anyone, and that they would continue to stay through thick and thin absolutely captures the idea that a simple gesture can transform into so much more.
Every single story stood out to me, and I love that you all were willing to dive head-first into a less-than-ordinary contest prompt. Alas, three badges are all I can hand out. In my eyes, every single one of you should snag first place.
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