It was past time to clean out the
closet. I could no longer find anything
to wear in the sea of clothes. As I
painstakingly went about the task of sorting, I came across my jacket from the
high school cross country team as my son waltzed into the room.
“Are you throwing THIS away? “He asked in
disbelief. I glanced over my shoulder to
see what had caught his attention. He
was holding up my old high school cross country team jacket. I sat back on my haunches and shrugged. It no longer fit me and probably never would
again. I kind of hated to get rid of it but neither of my children would ever go to
that school. What was the point of
keeping it? I went back to my sorting,
wanting more than anything to get through the task in this lifetime.
“Can I have it?” My mind went blank. “Have what?”
I looked over my shoulder to see my son trying on the jacket.
“Why would you want that old thing?" I asked
in disbelief than saw the outrage that crossed his features as he began to
count off its many virtues, the volume of his voice rising with each one. I
didn’t want to hear the arguments or fight about it. I wasn’t in the mood!!
“Whatever! Take it! It’s yours!”
This story was written for the Trifecta challenge according to the criteria given below. While this story is purely fictional and off the top of my head, the possibility of it becoming reality is possible but hasn't really happened. ♥
WHATEVER1. (pronoun) a: anything or everything that
b: no matter what : regardless of what
Used in questions that express surprise or confusion
2. (adjective) a: all the
b: any ; any … that
Used to refer to something that is not known
3. (adverb) Used to show that something is not important
Remember:
• Your response must be between 33 and 333 words.
• You must use the 3rd definition of the given word in your post.
• The word itself needs to be included in your response.
• You may not use a variation of the word; it needs to be exactly as stated above.
• Only one entry per writer.
Nice use of the word prompt with its definition. Your son looks good in that jacket though. :) And what's written at the back, please?
ReplyDeletemrriadrainbowhues, I am so pleased you liked it! The jacket says "Charger Cross Country". It was my old jacket. Thank you for stopping by and for your sweet comments! ♥
DeleteMay this story turn out true soon enough so that you wouldn't have to discard anything that has given you good memories :)
ReplyDeleteBhavya, well the way that goes I won't be the one to discard it. I will die and leave this pack rat mess for my kids to sort through after the fact. In jest while writing this story I asked my son if he would in fact like to have my jacket. He scrunched up his nose, shook his head, then smiled. LOL It was a great story that came into my head and served its purpose. If they are going to treasure something...I hope they latch onto my letter man's jacket. I worked hard for that one! Thank you for stopping by and for your sweet comments! ♥
DeleteAww...and all along I thought it's a true story. Lovely take on the prompt. Such a proud feeling it will be to see your offspring loving some of your cherished items...isn't it? :-)
ReplyDeleteRekha, yes that would be a lovely day! Thank you for stopping in and for your sweet comments! ♥
DeleteNice heartwarming take on the prompt. Like Rekha says you must be feeling all warm and happy inside that your little one is using your old jacket.
ReplyDeletemahabore, I am so pleased you enjoyed my story. Thank you for stopping by and for your sweet comments! ♥
DeleteWonderful story and great use of prompt words, Kathy! Even I thought that it was a true story!! :)
ReplyDeleteShilpa. I am so happy you liked it! Thank you for stopping by and for your sweet comments! ♥
DeleteThis story has that "feel good" element in it..nice picture there..:)
ReplyDeletepayal, I am so pleased you liked it!! My son had fun posing for that shot. Made him feel like a model. LOL Thank you for stopping by and for your sweet comments. ♥
DeleteThat wasn't true? Sure sounded like it!! :D Great short story!
ReplyDeleteJoJo, nope, not one shred of it was true. LOL I even made my son pose with the jacket after which I asked him if he would ever like to have it. He looks at me and scrunched up his nose nodding no. Got my answer. LOL Thank you for stopping by and for your sweet comments! ♥
DeleteWell I have actually picked up a lot of such stuff from my mother. And I always kind of loved them because they were hers at one point. Even she could never see the point in such things though :D
ReplyDeleteRicha
Richa, I always treasured everything my folks gave me, especially now that they are no longer here. I am very sentimental about such things. Thank you for stopping by and for your sweet comments! ♥
DeleteThis is sweet. We do this form of recycling at our house. A closet may get cleaned out, but half the stuff just resides elsewhere in the house!
ReplyDeletejannatwrites, now that is cool! Thank you for stopping by and for your sweet comments! ♥
DeleteHappy New year - sorry I haven't been about for a while - hope you and yours are having a great start to 2014 :-)
ReplyDeleteGlen!!! Happy New Year! I am so HAPPY to see you! Thank you for stopping by and saying hello! You have made my day! ♥
DeleteNice twist on the old tale of handing down possessions from one generation to the next. Nice to have the child wanting to do the preservation this time. Like others, I thought this was a true story, too. Nicely done. :)
ReplyDeleteTom, I am so pleased you liked it! It just came off the top of my head. Maybe I am actually getting better at this fiction thing. Practice, practice! Thank you for stopping by and making my day with your comments! ♥
DeleteIt's nice that your son wanted your jacket and thought it was special. A very sweet story.
ReplyDeleteSuzy, I am so pleased you liked the story. It was fiction...he really doesn't want it at all! Thank you for stopping by and for your sweet comments! ♥
DeleteYour son looks gorgeous in the jacket no matter what :) You are right about the cleaning thing stuff ! Loved the story xx
ReplyDeleteshadowsofthedivine, he is a cutie! Sometimes I just get a bee up my butt and have to clean. I simply can not cope with the clutter a moment longer. I am pleased you liked the story. It was a story too. My son wrinkled up when I asked him if he would like the jacket...Maybe if it was a "Concord" jacket! LOL My old school is considered a rival so it is understandable! LOL Thank you for stopping by and for your kind comments! ♥
DeleteGreat details about him counting off the virtues in a rising voice. Sweet story.
ReplyDeletemomosapien, I am so pleased you enjoyed it. That is exactly how my son is when he is trying to make a point. His voice gets louder and louder and more passionate! Thank you for stopping by and for your kind comments! ♥
DeleteSo precious.
ReplyDeleteDraug, I am so pleased you liked it. Thank you for stopping by and for your sweet comments! ♥
DeleteI love this story. I have a sweater my mom never wore because my dad did not like it. I wore it in high school and college. I haven't been that small in forty years but it hangs in my closet. You're lucky to have a kid who appreciates clothes with memories.
ReplyDeleteAnn, both when my mom died and when my dad did, I latched onto favorite clothing. Mostly they hang in the closet, but I know they are there and my heart is happy to see them. Thank you for stopping by and for your sweet comments! ♥
DeleteCute. It's funny how kids can find value in even the most insignificant objects.
ReplyDeleteTrifecta, I know what you mean. It is like the times when you get them a new toy and they get more excitement out of the box! Thank you for stopping by and for your kind comments! ♥
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