I remember this solo rhythmic run of my father here—once his home ground—whenever I walk past it, his six-foot-frame image popping up whatever direction I look at.
SPORT He was accelerating down the left flank, toeing the ball forward exactly the same length each time, as though there’s a hidden magnet controlling his touch with the ball. With curved legs like a taut bow, he, a consummate dribbler, sashayed his way past other defenders, constantly cutting inside, and let out a stunner, a banana kick that saw the ball curve away from the charging goalkeeper into the far post.
I remember this solo rhythmic run of my father here—once his home ground—whenever I walk past it, his six-foot-frame image popping up whatever direction I look at.
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Krystyna
21/2/2021 07:24:31 pm
Excellent imagery accompanies the memory of athleticism with a special relationship. Well done, Swapan.
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Swapan k Banerjee
21/2/2021 07:42:57 pm
Thanks very much, Krystyna.
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Pamela Kennedy
21/2/2021 07:58:51 pm
Such a wonderful memory to cherish!
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Swapan k Banerjee
21/2/2021 08:01:02 pm
Thank you Pamela.
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Sue Clayton
22/2/2021 12:35:06 am
His father was his sports hero.
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Padmini Krishnan
22/2/2021 11:07:02 am
Sharp descriptions and a deep memory of his father. Good going
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Swapan k Banerjee
22/2/2021 03:29:20 pm
Thank you Sue and Padmini for your perceptive comments.
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Mary Wallace
23/2/2021 05:11:38 am
Passing places that are special to us, can be like greeting old friends.
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Swapan k Banerjee
23/2/2021 07:46:04 am
Exactly so, Mary. Thank you.
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Candace Arthuria Williams
23/2/2021 03:30:34 pm
Thanks for the memories, Swapan. Brings back a few of my own. Aren't fathers grand?
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Swapan k Banerjee
23/2/2021 04:31:35 pm
Definitely yes, Candace. Thank you.
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Jennifer Duncan
23/2/2021 08:32:57 pm
Such a thoughtful, loving description of the father. Special to be reminded of someone by a place.
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Swapan k Banerjee
23/2/2021 11:32:36 pm
Thanks very much, Jennifer.
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Marjan sierhuis
27/2/2021 06:27:35 pm
A lovely story, Swapan.
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Swapan k Banerjee
28/2/2021 06:21:37 pm
Thank you, Marjan.
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