Richard looks over at Elizabeth sleeping, the morning sun highlighting the few gray hairs on his wife’s head. “No doubt from those teenagers” he thinks with a smile.
The house is quiet, too early for any of them to be up, he is always first. He finds his dickies and the matching shirt with his name on it; cleaned and pressed by his wife. His plant has a service but she insists on doing it herself to save money. They need every cent they can make. Richard works overtime when he can. He doesn’t mind. He would do anything for his family.
This week’s photo: © Dale Rogerson
I had a hard time coming up with something for this prompt. I tried watching some youtube stories and googling umbrellas. None of that helped, although I did find recommendations for the best umbrellas. It’s here, in case you are interested. In the end this is probably more of a character sketch than a story. In fact even I wonder to what lengths Richard will go to to actually protect his family. Hmmmm……
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The Day After 
Most parents and fathers feel the same, but I wonder how many would really do anything at all when the pressure becomes to much.
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I think most parents would lay down their lives fr their children. I would.
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What a delightful description of family love! I’m really glad I read your story, Dawn!
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Thank you Penny.
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I think your character is the exact opposite of mine… still there are similarities in the situation.
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Can’t wait to read yours!
On my way to class now, maybe tonight.
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Dear Dawn,
Sweet story. Reminded me of a Kenny Rogers song.
Nicely done.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Thanks Rochelle.
That’s sweet.
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Slightly more to this than meets the eye, Dawn?
But intriguing, regardless …
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Thank you
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This is delightful.
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Thank you
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it was nice that you came up with a story anyway. well done.
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It’s a nice slice of life.
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A lovely slice of real life. Money might be tight, but so are they as a family.
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Nice comment Dale. Thank you.
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Saving for family is good. It may be useful in hard times. May be this is one such time.
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He sounds like a good guy. Good job I clicked your “dickies” link, in the UK that would be a “dicky bow” (bow tie), which would also have worked!
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I love the differences!
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Simply delightful Dawn
Click to read my FriFic tale!
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Thanks Keith
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Sometimes a story just wants to be told, and you told a good one. I think it is that bright green umbrella that is to blame, it is far to bright.
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LOL..thank you Michael. I appreciate your comment.
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Gentle and sweet. A close and caring family.
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Yes. Thanks for reading Jilly.
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It rains so much here in Northern Kentucky that the locals refer to the area as “little Ireland”. Umbrellas are not so popular, though…it’s more to raincoats. Easier and safer against the wind and lightening.
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Interesting. The same for the people in Seattle it seems. I find umbrellas to be a nuisance myself and only resort to them if there is no other choice. Most likely if I really need one, it’s not accessible anyway (lol).
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A beautiful snapshot of family life.
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Thank you
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I was completely befuddled until I went back to read it again and saw the title that I’d overlooked.
NOW I get it 🙂
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LOL…I’m glad that helped.
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Most parents feel the same.
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I agree. I know I do.
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I think your character and Bjorn’s need to get together–one to teach the other how to have fun, and the other to teach the one how to be responsible. 😊 This peek into their lives was heartwarming.
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LOL…they should meet up!
Thanks for your comment. 🙂
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He sounds like a real loving husband and father. The world needs more people like these two.
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Thank you Russell.
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Still, you told a very moving story. Nicely done.
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Thank you
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This has such a sad feel to it that I’m left wondering how far Richard might go too.
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Thank you
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The love is palpable. Well done, Dawn!
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Thank you Sascha
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