I’ve never read such a vivid description of a headache: A ten piece orchestra of percussionists played violently in Todd’s head.

Thank you John, that twist gave me goosebumps.

Wow, I agree with Ana, A ten piece orchestra of percussionists played violently in Todd’s head was a great line. Bravo!

I loved the classic remnant from the “dream” that still exists even after the fact. One day he will regret wanting to leave the Zen masters hideaway so quickly.

Fun duality of reality and dream through the ficlet. The twist ending came a bit quickly though.