EPISODE · Apr 22, 2025 · 10 MIN
When a Ghastly Gourd Forces You to Face Your Grief
from Acutely Amanda: Fiction, Folklore, and Fiber Arts · host amandamcneil
Season 1, Episode 5: When a Ghastly Gourd Forces You to Face Your GriefIn this episode, I read a flash fiction story told in second person POV—about a ghastly gourd that’s not really about a gourd at all. It’s a metaphor for grief and the difficult, inescapable things we face after losing a loved one. Then, we dive into the unique power of second-person POV: how it forces us into another’s shoes, making it a compelling tool for exploring emotions we might not otherwise fully understand. Finally, I share the real-life inspiration behind the story—a farmstand pumpkin and my own experience navigating grief.Want more fiction, folklore, and fiber arts in your life? → Visit my publications page to find my longer-form fiction. → Follow me on Instagram for behind-the-scenes content. → Sign up for my newsletter to get exclusive updates and stories straight to your inbox. → Support me on ko-fi.
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