The little league coach, Mr. Temple, praises my winning performance, says I’m his new star pitcher.
“What a great curve ball, Ace. I bet your dad is really proud.”
placed atop
folded American flag
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Responding to my desire of learning how to throw a wicked curve ball Mom says, “You’ll have to wait until the baby bottles finish boiling. You can help by taking them from the kettle” handing me the tongs. “Put them on the counter to dry while I get Dori from her rocker, dressed to go outside and grab my mitt.” The little league coach, Mr. Temple, praises my winning performance, says I’m his new star pitcher. “What a great curve ball, Ace. I bet your dad is really proud.” game ball
placed atop folded American flag
Pamela Kennedy
23/10/2020 09:31:42 am
Your story touched me. 23/10/2020 06:38:55 pm
Memories and just everyone can relate to easy times. Thank you for the forgotten memory.
Sue Clayton
24/10/2020 05:17:06 am
Folded American flag tells the whole story. Sad piece.
Carl "Papa" Palmer
24/10/2020 04:48:52 pm
I glad you understood the sadness of this HAIBUN, Sue, a reader outside the U.S. asked for clarification...
Susan Reid
24/10/2020 02:52:44 pm
Ending was so sad. Glad the Mom picked up the mitt.
Carl "Papa" Palmer
24/10/2020 04:52:13 pm
I appreciate you, Susan, taking your time to comment, so thoughtful.
Jason
25/10/2020 04:11:48 pm
Once again...another good one! Congrats on yet another one dad...love you!
Kathy
25/10/2020 04:16:06 pm
Always so thought provoking. Love you dad. Comments are closed.
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