Here we go again, thought the salty old fisherman, making his way from the dock with the last of his catch. He’d pretended not to notice their begging eyes when he made his previous trips to the truck and back. But it was the same thing every time—always watching with their sad, hungry and wanting eyes. That was the one thing about returning to the wharf—everyone expecting free handouts. “Not today—go away”, he muttered. But then the small one showed up and melted his heart. He grabbed a large handful of cut-bait and tossed it. He smiled and thought—damn cats.
Jennifer Duncan
25/11/2022 02:27:53 pm
He understood hardship. Good twist at the end.
Scott bogart
26/11/2022 07:16:50 pm
Thank you, Jim
David Lowis
25/11/2022 10:01:36 pm
Really nicely done. I could picture the scene clearly.
Scott bogart
26/11/2022 07:17:59 pm
Thanks David!
Rashna Tessa Walton
26/11/2022 01:34:46 am
I'm so glad the fisherman relented.
Scott Bogart
26/11/2022 07:19:34 pm
Thank you Rashna
Sue Clayton
26/11/2022 02:52:10 am
Love this salty old fisherman. He's worth his weight in kindness.
Scott Bogart
26/11/2022 07:21:07 pm
Thank you, Sue. I agree. Comments are closed.
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