Ma’s arm

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The crink in my neck is terrible, waiting lounges tend to have that effect.

The boys weren’t making things easier either; bouncing off the wall one minute, rolling on the floor the next.

I wouldn’t be making this trip if it wasn’t for ma, I don’t want her to miss out on the boys too.

Our five bedroom house is complete, just as Pa and I always dreamed, sadly we would not share the memory of tiny feet running across the marble tiles together.

Ma says they spent his last days whispering a blessing over us.

PHOTO PROMPT © J Hardy Carroll
Copyright J Hardy Carroll

Sorry my story isn’t very impressive or interesting to me today.

Written for Friday fictioneers a writing challenge hosted by Rochelle. The picture was provided by J Hardy Carroll and the task is to write a 100 words story inspired by it. Thanks Rochelle for hosting the challenge. Thank you for stopping by… do click on the link to read other stories.

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Welcome to my blog, Its lovely to have you here! I am Chioma and I like to think of myself as an avid reader and a non biased writer.I got married and joined my partner to start our own little new home miles away from family (*tears*). what are my ideologies: I am a strong advocate for maintaining balance and modesty in every area of life. I believe everyone is entitled to their opinions but they should never be forced on another. I strongly agree that you are allowed to shout your views at the top of your lungs, just as I am allowed to totally ignore them. However it is my belief that in order to create a home far from the familiar environment one must make certain compromises. Not compromises that change who you are or your principles but those that allow you live at peace with the neighbours. That said, I hope my page brings a whole new perspective to living under a whole new climate. Thank you.

27 thoughts on “Ma’s arm”

  8. You paint a beautiful picture of sadness and love, of a family supporting, comforting each other, family at its best. What’s not to like? 🙂

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  9. They sound like a close family, quite sad that Pa won’t share in those tiny feet. I liked your description of the kids in the waiting room – every time I’m in a waiting room there’s at least one kid acting as you describe!

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  11. I have a rule; Never badmouth your own writing. Some of my pieces that I thought were the worst got the highest reviews, while some of my darling favorites turned out to be dogs.

    Personally, I liked the voice in this piece. It seems to have resonated with others as well.

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