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Everything Old…

PHOTO PROMPT © Lori Wilson

The door chimed, and before Dottie looked up from arranging old cookbooks, a shrill voice filled her antique shop.

“You’re rebranding? It’s bad enough you didn’t sell when Dad died.”

“Good morning to you, too.”

Francine rolled her eyes. “You’re aging. You won’t find anyone to help you—.”

“This community is growing. People are moving back.” 

“Really?” Francine crossed her arms.

A figure stepped from behind a display. “Really.”

“Mercy?” Francine’s voice cracked.

Mercy smiled and rubbed her round belly. “It’s a great place to raise kids, Mom. Matt’s working downtown and online antique sales are hopping. We love Elmsdale.”

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Across the Generations

PHOTO PROMPT © Ted Strutz

Across the Generations

“I WON’T sleep! Never. Not without DEAR Mr. Bear.” Penny dropped her flushed cheek against the rough quilt and wailed.

“We forgot to pack him, hun. You’ll have to manage.”

“I WANTED to go back. He’ll NEVER forgive me! Oh, Mr. BEAR.”

Mother’s lips danced and she quickly looked away. 

Grandma’s silhouette filled the doorway. “Like mother, like daughter.” 

“Hmmm.” Mother stood and poked her head into the closet. 

“Mr. Rabbit has sat here alone for 20 years, Pen.”

“Whoaaaaa. That’s forEVER.” She exhaled loudly. ”Okay. I’ll take him.”

“You’re a trooper.” Mother kissed Penny’s cheek. “You, too, Mr. Rabbit.”

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