“See the blue sky? The clouds?” Lillian asks. Her voice cracks as its breathing thickens, slows. “You’ll be there soon.” This moving little story tells us a lot about its writer. Thank you, Justin. I wish we were neighbors.
No worries and no pressure ever, my friend. I completely understand and relate to this 1,000 percent. There’s no possible way for all of us to read everything we’d like to read. (Unless a magical device used to turn back time is invented?)
In all seriousness, thank you for your kind words regarding the story. I’m really happy you liked it!
“See the blue sky? The clouds?” Lillian asks. Her voice cracks as its breathing thickens, slows. “You’ll be there soon.” This moving little story tells us a lot about its writer. Thank you, Justin. I wish we were neighbors.
Thank you so much, Sharron! I wish we were, too. And if we were, I’d be walking over a handful of cucumbers...they’re taking over! 🤣
Trade you for tomatoes. We could be salad-neighbors.
Deal!
So sad, but so beautiful.
'No, she wasn't' was such a breathtakingly thoughtful last line from Joe.
An awesome story, Justin!
Aww, thanks so much, Rebecca. I appreciate you reading! 🙏
Really enjoyed this, thanks so much.
Thank you, Peter!
Sweet and compassionate little girl. The trooper with his hat in his hand. Fine study of human nature, Justin.
Thank you so much, Jim. She sure is! The trooper decided to make an unplanned appearance while I was writing, and I’m happy he did.
Such a great story, great detail about the accident.
I really appreciate you reading and commenting. Thanks, Scott!
Another great short story!!
Thanks, madre. 😄
Touching
Thank you for reading!
Always a pleasure
Ya got me, again. Lillian and I are friends.
Thank you for your obvious compassion you placed in the story. It is a sweet story that was seamless to jump into live .
Thanks for the kind words, Alixandra. I think I’d be friends with her, too!
Nice work, Justin- poignant and unexpected. I enjoyed it. Keep up the good work!
Thanks so much, Chris. I really appreciate it!
“No, she wasn’t." My eyes got misty.
Thank you for reading, Bill! I really appreciate it. 🙏
Sometimes I get overwhelmed with everything (on Substack and in live) and miss stories. But I'm glad I didn't miss All Alone, a beautiful story.
Hey Bill,
No worries and no pressure ever, my friend. I completely understand and relate to this 1,000 percent. There’s no possible way for all of us to read everything we’d like to read. (Unless a magical device used to turn back time is invented?)
In all seriousness, thank you for your kind words regarding the story. I’m really happy you liked it!
Lillian is going to be quite the grown-up, with this memory behind her. Sweet story.
Thanks so much, Tara! I couldn’t agree more with you. She is a compassionate little girl.
This was so poignant. The trooper with his hat and the last line just capped it off. So well done.
Thanks so much for the kind words and for reading, Michael!
That's beautiful, mate.
Thanks so much, Luke. That means a lot to me! 🙏 I’m really happy you enjoyed it.
Gulp... a beautiful last line..!
Thank you, Susie! I’m happy you enjoyed it!
This is incredibly touching. Thank you.
Thanks so much for reading, Ben. I appreciate the kind words!
Powerful from word one, Justin.
And obviously... 😭
Thank you my friend! 🙏