A magical story from Robert. He draws on characters from previous prompts to create this touching story. Enjoy.
Trina first saw the android in the window of Saks Fifth Avenue.
It had golden gears, and a golden brown skin that sold separately.
Trina pulled out her bench and sat with her dolly, Madison.
‘He looks like Father?’ Trina said.
‘Your Father was shinier,’ replied Madison.
“Father twinkled like the moon on a windswept beach.”
Madison cringed and wrinkled her nose.
Trina continued: “Father was on a plane to Hawaii when the hurricanes struck. He went down like a meteor over Cher in Nantucket: poor father.”
“Why Cher in Nantucket?”
“She has the right syllables.”
Trina stood and moved the bench closer to the window.
‘The bot is browner than Father, but I rather like it.”
“Your Father didn’t have abs like that!”
Trina sat Madison on her lap. “How would you, know!”
Madison giggled, “That day you left me in the bathroom; I watched
your Father take a…
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I love this story, Rob. Saks Fifth Avenue added a great dimension to the story. I’m so glad to see Trina and the shadow boy!
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I love Rob’s stories. They’re so unique. Thanks for taking the time to read, Miriam. Much appreciated!
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You’re welcome. Last month I asked him what happened to the shadow boy in his prompt response. Now I saw part II. There maybe part III, hehe. 🙂
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Magical indeed, Diana. I loved Rob’s story. He really drew me into Trina, and the doll, and even the shadow boy. Plus the image he made of Trina was gorgeous.
Kudos, Rob. I didn’t think you (or anyone) could top the Anjana story from the other prompt — but you did!
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I just love the whimsy and imagination that Robert adds. It feels so natural. And, oh my gosh, I forgot to comment on the artwork (since I was so mesmerized by the story!). It’s fabulous and I’m through the roof with excitement that Robert has contributed his stories to these prompts.
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This is a great idea Diana. I love stopping in and checking out the other stories. They’re all so good.
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I’m so glad you take the time. Much appreciated, my friend.
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Thank you, Teagan. I’m glad you like the image. It was spur of the moment. I enjoy Diana’s prompts.
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Such clever use of the prompt and previous ones as well!
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Thanks for reading, Jan. Robert’s writing never ceases to make me smile. 🙂 I’m glad you enjoyed the story.
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Thanks, Jan.
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It is truly wonderful how the prior prompts were woven in…delightful read! Thank you! 🙂
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I really liked that too, Ethan. It expands the world of these characters, and the writing is delightful. 🙂
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Thank you for the prompt and the reblog, Diana.
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Very welcome, my friend. I’m so glad you took up the prompt, and I was honored to share. ❤
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I’ll head over to Rob’s blog after I catch up here a tad. I seem to have fallen off of follows, so when I visit someone, I have too refollow. Must be a WP thing!!
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WP has been causing a bit of havoc for a number of bloggers… dropping follows and followers, putting everyone is spam, etc. *Sigh* So no worries. 😀
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Yes… and SPAM!
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And a great story from Rob. Keep reading for sure. 🙂
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Love the direction Rob took with this prompt ❤
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Thanks Jacquie. 🙂
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I do too, Jacquie. He’s an amazing writer and his stories are delightful. Thanks for stopping by to read, my friend.
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I flat out love this! 🙂
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You just made my day. Thank you! 🙂
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Me too, Holly. The whimsy is lovely and yet the topic so heartrending and fleeting – exactly how kids dip in and out of grief. Robert is a mesmerizing writer. 🙂 Thanks so much for the visit!
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Great post!
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Thanks for reading, Jess. Robert has a wonderful imagination. I’m glad you enjoyed his story 🙂
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He certainly does!
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Been away for a while and happy to read these posts again Diana..
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Thank you, Mich. I appreciate the visit!
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