Photo Prompt © Rochelle Wisoff-Fields
That dining room wasn’t used anymore. It’s a beautiful table, mahogany, and still pristine since it’s usually covered up. She walked around it, slowly. Almost reverently. And then she stopped at the top of the table. There were so many memories.
With her eyes shut she thought about what she’d done.
A little girl, wearing a pretty dress for Christmas.
And all those grown-ups.
She flashed a thought. Opening her eyes.
Should she look at that covered up mirror? Would she dare?
But no. Too many ghosts still here.
She’s going to leave forever. There’s just one thing she’ll take…
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Thanks to Rochelle for hosting Friday Fictioneers
Genre: Fiction
Word Count: 100
luna's on line 
Evocative writing, Chris.
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Thanks so much, Dave.
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very powerful
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Thanks a lot, Beth!
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Creepy, I love it! 😊👻💖
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A little creepy can go a long way! Glad that you like that, Aladin. 😉😯🤣
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Very evocative story Chris
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Thank you very much, Sadje. 💛
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You’re most welcome dear friend ♥️♥️♥️
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✨💛✨
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🥰🥰🥰
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Chris this one left me with a feeling of sadness, regret and uneasiness. Well written!
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That was my aim. (a grin) Thanks so much, Val. 😊
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Well, you were very successful!!! 👍🏻
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Such a poignant scene.
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Aww, thanks Liz!
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You’re welcome, Chris!
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she took to dust
as must is a need
to obey is heed
a shot of courage
and so on
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Good show, she felt… in the end.
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Intriguing piece Chris……………….
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Just popped in to my head!
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🙂
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I’m glad she’s decided to leave the place behind, but also glad she’s taking something good with her to remind her.
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Exactly! You put it so well, Li
(I’m smiling back)
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I hope she finds whatever it is she is looking for….
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I’m sure she will, or maybe not… another little chapter… maybe (hmm – thinking).
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Taking the pigs?
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Yep, that’s right! Well done, James.
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Very mysterious, Chris. This reminds of the game, Clue. Well done!
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Thanks a lot, Eugi. Aha yes, that game… it could be!
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You’re welcome, Chris.
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I also guess it’s the pigs she’s taking
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That’s right, Neil – hundred per cent!
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You’ve reminded me of a resent article about a famous person who lost mostly everything in the California fires… But then someone found their photos at a thrift shop – I didn’t read the whole article but I’m guessing the person recognized the actor and sent them their treasured photos! What a good surprise to have.
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Gosh, that’s interesting. Thanks for that!
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Ah, yes. The mirror!
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You told me about covering up mirrors. Perfect timing!
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what did she take though?
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It seems most people think it’s the flying pigs. I’m happy with that!
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Dear Chris,
Reflective and evocative piece.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Thanks so much, Rochelle – that was an excellent photo. Very useful.
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This is a very nice piece, Chris 😊
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Aww, thanks so much, Robbie! 😊
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🩵
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Oooo what is that one thing…brilliantly crafted Chris!
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Aww, that’s very kind…. thanks so much, Carol.
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