Five Sentence Fiction – Departure
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Melvin picked up the printout, “What are you doing,” he said, waving the paper in my face.
“Trying to plan so things will be easier for you and the kids.”
“You want a band to play shag music? He said, his scowl deepening into a look of disbelief, “Have you lost your mind?”
I grinned, “I may not have been very memorable in life, but when I leave this earth, I promise you, my departure will bring more smiles than tears and it will be memorable.”
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The first story I read so far that had a positive take on the prompt. Nicely written.
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Aww, thanks. So glad you liked it and I appreciate your comments.
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This is a very refreshing little story! I like it!
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Thank you. I’m glad you enjoyed it and thanks for commenting.
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Bravo!!! I have Marvin Gaye’s Sexual Healing on my list when I pass and have to write it in my will because my kids already told me they will not play it.
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That’s hilarious! I’ll have to rethink mine- do I add that one as well? Hmm, it was always a favorite. Glad you liked it and thanks for commenting.
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At Easter dinner my kids confirmed they would NOT play it. We were discussion my mom’s recent funeral. I want them to party and celebrate my life…and how else can you dance better but to Motown!!
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Agreed!
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How wonderful. 🙂
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Thanks! Glad you liked it.
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