Not everyone likes making speeches. I know I certainly don't. I like to leave that to other people because, as far as I'm concerned, it's not in my wheelhouse.

You did a marvellous job with this drabble. I love how you used the challenge word. It feels more than a little authentic.

I am sure there are numerous people out there, possibly readers, that can see themselves in your character. They either see themselves or they recognise something in your character that reminds them of people they know.