She recalls children's laughter and excitement and joy on Christmas days when the world stretched out seemingly as much as the universe.
It will be the last sleep in her bed tonight and she half wishes she'll never wake up...perhaps she will not.
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This is Kitty's last full day in the old house she has dwelled in for over half a century. She buried her husband long ago and now peers lovingly at the black and white wedding photograph on the wall. She will take it with her but knows it's not quite the same.
She recalls children's laughter and excitement and joy on Christmas days when the world stretched out seemingly as much as the universe. It will be the last sleep in her bed tonight and she half wishes she'll never wake up...perhaps she will not. 26/5/2023 09:54:36 am
A well-written teary story. You really got me thinking on this one, Guy. Our Western 'civilisation' no longer puts elders at the centre of society.
Pamela Kennedy
27/5/2023 02:50:31 am
I felt a pang of sadness for Kitty. Nicely done, Guy.
Sue Clayton
29/5/2023 06:43:13 am
She needs to stay alive to find a new wall for that lovely photo. Comments are closed.
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