“What’s the matter, Mahesh? Why so glum? It’s almost time for the show to begin.”
Mahesh looked over at me, salty tears touching his eyelashes.
“I forgot to bring it.”
“Bring what?”
“My lucky charm. It’s a small teddy bear on a key ring.”
“My daughter bought it for me,” he whispered, his voice breaking.
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©Shailaja V
Word count: 55
Written for 55 on Fridays hosted by Write Tribe
This week’s prompt: Picture prompt
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loved the way you presented, sweet …
I love the twist. I almost thought he was the child!
i also felt that he was glum, he needs a smile
Awww…so sweet! Teddy bear hug to him so that he can get on with the show with a 🙂
Aww! That’s so sweet! He must be loving his daughter so much! 🙂
sweet sentiments.
Indeed it’s the small things tht matter the most 🙂