It had been a terrible year for Mary.
She had lost her entire family some months ago.
Mary had not quite recovered from the shock.
Her neighbours tried to pay her visits.
They could see she was a far shadow of her former bubbly self...
Christmas cheer was all around.
But, the whole street knew that Mary was not going to celebrate Christmas that year.
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| Photo Prompt- Dale Rogerson |
A little girl rang her doorbell.
Mary opened the door.
The lights of the Christmas Tree shone in Mary's eyes.
100 words fiction for Friday Fictioneers.
What happens next? Do you think this Christmas will usher hope and cheer for Mary?
Festive greetings to all and wishing all lots of happiness.
That may be the last thing Mary will appreciate
ReplyDeleteKids are hard to say no to.
ReplyDeleteDear Anita,
ReplyDeleteIt was nice of them to try to cheer her up.
Shalom,
Rochelle
Sending a little girl to ring Mary's doorbell was, of course, a stroke of genius :)
ReplyDeleteWhat wonderful neighbours she has...
ReplyDeleteThe line just before the image generates a feeling of dread, and such sorrow for Mary. I'm glad it ended on a positive note.
ReplyDeleteI felt so sad for Mary, but it ended on a positive note at least.
ReplyDeleteA wonderful story of love and caring. Maybe that will get Mary to open up and cry surrounded by friends.
ReplyDeleteWhat a sweet story! Tis the season to spread goodwill, and they did.
ReplyDelete(Dora)
DeleteIt is very nice of Mary's neighbors to cheer her up.
ReplyDeleteWhat a delightful gesture.
ReplyDeleteLet's hope she appreciated their thoughtfulness.
ReplyDeleteA kind-hearted and uplifting story. Nicely done.
ReplyDeleteHow sweet.
ReplyDeleteWhat started off as a sad story about loss has turned into one of hope. Beautifully done, Anita. Mary's neighbors are showing the true Christmas spirit. Have a Merry Christmas!
ReplyDeleteAdele