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Chelly74 t1_jadnd0n wrote

Reply to comment by DustyLightning in [WP] In a world where computers/robots render humans completely obsolete in every way possible, Your graduation exam is a heartfelt handwrite letter to justify your own existence. If you pass you get to keep the atoms of your own body. by uswhole

This is amazing, i loved it, especially when i realized halfway through that it was the actual essay, not an introduction to the dystopic situation. It even made me tear up a little at the end, and although it's just something written in response to a prompt, i really do agree with what the character (or you, i mean) says. I've often wondered why humans still have hope, even if things are terrible. On the contrary, i couldn't imagine losing hope, or the will to live. Anyway, i just wanted to praise you because i liked the story, but it turned out deeper than intended xd

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DustyLightning t1_jadoeod wrote

I'm flattered to hear that you enjoyed it so much. I'm new to writing in general, and this is only the second prompt I've attempted in this subreddit, so hearing your praise is a huge confidence boost to my capabilities in regards to the pursuit of my new budding hobby ^~^

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Chelly74 t1_jadq1j1 wrote

I'm glad i could make you a little happy :) I'd love to read some more stuff from you, so keep at it, especially if you like it!

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kayfro t1_jaelace wrote

I agree with this review and couldn't put it between myself. When I realized it WAS the essay, it made it more meaningful somehow. Coming to the realization midway was a great catalyst to really putting myself in these teenage humans shoes. I couldn't have justified why I should get to live at that age. I probably couldn't now.

This story is going to stick with me. I'd love more, if you feel compelled to write more, but it's an absolutely beautiful statement about the relationship between humans and machines as it stands.

Thanks for sharing!

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