“The only residents remaining in the small town of Miner’s Hill are spirits. We’re on our way there. We’re looking for my late husband, Richard.” Lillian’s hand shook with the Parkinson’s as she lowered her cup to the table. Janet helped to steady her hand so she wouldn’t spill any of the hot liquid.
“No that’s not right at all, Mother,” Janet said, “they’re spiritualists. I don’t expect to find Dad; but hope we can find someone who will help us speak with him – through the veil, as it were.”
Irene, the waitress, topped up Janet’s coffee and asked, “Folks in Miner’s Hill talk to dead people?”
With a slight tremor Lillian looked at Irene, “That’s what we understand, uh huh. We hope to talk with Richard.” Then she smiled and her gaze drifted away.
“That’s kind of an oversimplification.” Janet said. She and Irene looked at each other. “But Mom is hoping for some…” she grappled for the word, “…answers.”
That was some fabulous writing! I like how you turned “spirits” into “spiritualists”. I’m interested in finding out what happens next! ✪
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Well done TN! I enjoyed your bit of flash and want to read more! Thanks for writing again for the MFtS challenge, and be well… ^..^
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Very interesting! I really like the way you took this prompt. Leaves a lot of unanswered questions and the reading needing more. Great story!
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This was a poignant take on the image TN, I thought you did so very sensitively. Michael
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When one seeks, I believe, the answers come.
Now, if i could only remember the questions.
Randy
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Ha ha! Well said.
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Aah, bitter sweet, I hope there are some answers to be found.
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I like the switch from “spirits” to “spiritualists”. I’d love to know what happens when they arrive.
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Very engaging story…loved it.
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This is such a lovely story of sadness and hope and a quest for answers.
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Great take on the prompt. 🙂 I like the change from spirits to spiritualists. I wonder what exactly she needs answers about…?
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You little story sketches always leave me wanting more.
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You get me interested and leave me with an open end? ! Nice read. Good use of spirits
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Interesting the way you made spiritualists from spirits. It’s beginning as a mystery and would be a great hook for a longer story. Well done,TN. 🙂 — Suzanne
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