"Skyward" for sure. It could be science fiction or fantasy or metaphysical or metaphorical, which makes it work on many levels. But more than anything it's comforting. Thanks for sharing! I'll try to make this Friday's 50s, but I have the day off work so I might be lost in a daze and forget. 🤣
Justin, I thought each one of these stories was perfect, but my favorite, probably because it reminds me of John and me, is "Looking Back". You'd be surprised at how fast fifty some years go by when you're having fun together! No matter where you are or where you travel.
These are all delightful, Justin Thank you for putting them all together on one page. I especially like the teacher's message in the "drumming" boy. I see another book in the offing... I always welcome a second look at your work, and especially from deep in the archive. Thank you.
I like "Looking Back." As they say, "Life is what happens while you're busy making plans." And, done right, life is better, even, than a trip to Paris.
These are beautiful! I liked Finding His Beat the most - I can picture the teacher grinning! “…you just don’t know it yet” is a perfect way to close it. Looking forward to reading more!
He decided to check on his wife on the way for a refill. She smiled and said "hello Mr Pavarotti". The last time this had happened he had been singing an opera all the way home. This was her cue that he had had enough booze.
Aw. You plugged your book! YAY! All your fifties rule, Justin. 💜
For the next 50-word story, Justin, do you ask that we share some advice proffered to us, or for us to proffer advice? Dos it matter?
A great fistful of fifties!
Great stories!
My wife and I never made it to Paris.
I love your writing. These are all fantastic.
"Skyward" for sure. It could be science fiction or fantasy or metaphysical or metaphorical, which makes it work on many levels. But more than anything it's comforting. Thanks for sharing! I'll try to make this Friday's 50s, but I have the day off work so I might be lost in a daze and forget. 🤣
Oh this was for Friday! Sorry. I'll surely post again. Thanks for the heads up
Great stories, Justin. “No Rest” is a classic. Thanks for the prompt. I’ll see what I can do 👍🏼😁
"Looking Back" really hits hard. Beautiful
Justin, I thought each one of these stories was perfect, but my favorite, probably because it reminds me of John and me, is "Looking Back". You'd be surprised at how fast fifty some years go by when you're having fun together! No matter where you are or where you travel.
These are all delightful, Justin Thank you for putting them all together on one page. I especially like the teacher's message in the "drumming" boy. I see another book in the offing... I always welcome a second look at your work, and especially from deep in the archive. Thank you.
I like "Looking Back." As they say, "Life is what happens while you're busy making plans." And, done right, life is better, even, than a trip to Paris.
These are beautiful! I liked Finding His Beat the most - I can picture the teacher grinning! “…you just don’t know it yet” is a perfect way to close it. Looking forward to reading more!
The wise maiden ( Fiction)
The party was boisterous.
He decided to check on his wife on the way for a refill. She smiled and said "hello Mr Pavarotti". The last time this had happened he had been singing an opera all the way home. This was her cue that he had had enough booze.
“Lost Era.” Definitely need to expand this!