Dawn: Hey Mum how are you?
Mother: I’m fine what chaos have you got yourself into this time?
You know the old saying:
“Total chaos: Let loose the kittens of War!”
Dawn: That’s Dogs of War.
Mother: What is Dogs. No I hate Dogs. Kittens are much better.
Dawn: Well anyway, As you know I am alone, now, since Frank left,
You no Frank, my x-husband, the man I loved,
Who left with the receptionist who had legs.
I have legs don't I?
Mother: Well yes but you know the old saying:
“Every kitten has its day”
Dawn: That’s Dog mum Every dog has its day
Mother: No kittens are much nicer.
Dawn: Can I talk to you Mum?
This house that laughs at me daily,
is now my grave.
I am buried alive here forever.
I’m thinking about putting a gravestone instead of the letterbox.
Mother: Well you know the old saying:
“Yan can’t teach an old kitten new tricks.”
Dawn: What are you saying? Its Dog mum Old Dog new tricks.
Mother: No I like kittens better.
Dawn: I am sure I will never find anyone as bad
as he was.
Evil like that is like lightning,
Unable to strike twice in the same place.
Mother: Well you know the old saying:
A kitten is man’s best friend.
Dawn: Its Dog mum.Oh never mind
No, I shall become a mad dog lady,
Stroking dogs and telling them they are
naughty when they mess on the carpet.
An eternity of chastising dogs isn't so bad,is it?
Mother: Not at all.Lovely talking to you.Bye
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This is such a bittersweet portrayal of love lost, the search for connection, and the sometimes-frustrating ways people respond to sadness—with humour, avoidance, or resignation. 🕊️🙏🏻
Yes you are right.It's particularly hard when its Mother and Daughter.Thanks for commenting comrade
Indeed. So it is, quite hard. Superbly expressed.🕊️🙏🏻
We all have our own way of seeing things that often distorts what others are trying to say. It seems that mom loves to soften things and all problems seen through rose colored glasses look better. Not having to face problems is to not have them and better yet when they are not seen or thought of. Nicely done David
Yes let loose the kittens of war is a softer approach.Thanks for your great insight compadre
a fine write, much enjoyed
Thank you so much
most welcome
A very touching story and cleverly crafted, that is a very caring and sensitive, who can see the struggles of her daughter and in her own way, trying to lighten them, wonderful write
Thank you so much.I am glad you enjoyed it
You are very welcome
Excellent write David
Thank you
You're welcome
"Evil like that is like lightning,
Unable to strike twice in the same place...."
Lightning might not strike twice at the same place. It's a question of probability. It has plenty of places at which to strike. But never write off a human : they can come back to get at you again and again. Even when you lose sight of them, they might hit out at you over the Internet...
Indeed you have to be careful.Thanks for commenting.Much appreciated
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