This was my original post for this prompt back in 2012. Can’t quite believe it was so long ago but, as the saying goes ‘time flies when you’re having fun’ and Friday Fictioneers certainly provides that in spades! Delighted to hear that Sandra Crook a stalwart of FF, is one of ten people short-listed for the Magic Oxygen Literary Prize 2016 and that our FBM Rochelle is busy with her next book and interviews on radio etc., etc., don’t know where she gets her energy from, wish I could borrow some 🙂
Image courtesy of Sean Fallon
The boy stands anxiously in line
Money clutched tightly in his hand
As one by one a box is taken from the pile on the counter
And handed to a mother, sister, grandfather, brother, father
He has none of these.
Nearing the front, he leans forward and tries to see if there is one for him
Then a brightly coloured jar catches his eye
It is full of cars, trains, planes and robots
Tucking it under his arm, he walks out smiling
His guardian waits to take him back to the home
Back to where the old toys are cheering
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I love this story that reminds us of the joy given to a needy child. Nicely done.
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Thank you, so pleased you liked it.
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Dear Dee,
When I think about the past three years and Friday Fictioneers, I get teary eyed. It was very much out of character for me to take on a leadership role like this, but I couldn’t bear the thought of losing something I already found so rewarding and helpful. I’ve no regrets only “gratefuls.” Thank you for being an integral part of that. Loved your story the second time around. 😉
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Dear Rochelle
I couldn’t have stepped up to the mark and taken on Friday Fictioneers, you took it in your stride and make it look easy! I know it’s not. It must be very demanding to fit it into your hectic schedule. We are all so pleased that you do.
I don’t manage to post every week, but I really appreciate the friendships I’ve made through participating in FF, the support and encouragement is truly amazing.
Pleased you liked the re-run.
Best wishes
Dee
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I love it.. so good that he could make the old toy cheer… and cheer himself.
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Thank you Bjorn
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This is so lovely – I feel happy and sat all at the same time.
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Thank you. Sad situation but the toys help.
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My first thought is that they boy chose to help himself to a “five-finger discount.” I hope I’m wrong. 🙂
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Pleased to say that you are. He had his money all saved up … Thanks for reading 😀
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Aww that was a sweet one Dee! Well done. And thanks for the plug! 🙂
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You’re welcome, it’s a fantastic achievement, fingers crossed …
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Sounds like he got value for his money. I enjoyed the imagery.
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Thank you, glad you liked it 😀
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Nice to see the underdog winning for a change. Good story
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Yes, it is. Thanks for reading
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Small things mean so much to those with less. This you portrayed so well.. Sad, yet true…
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They certainly do. Thank you for reading 😀
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This is a lovely story. I hope the old and new toys get along well.
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I think they will, especially as he loves them all. Thanks for reading 😀
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Wonderful perspective!
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Thank you Dawn 😀
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This really pulled at my heartstrings. Beautiful story 🙂
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Thank you Siobhan, pleased you like it. 😀
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Heart warming story, I loved it.
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Thanks so much Loré
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What a lovely, tender poem-story!
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Lovely comment, thank you for reading.
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That forced a big smile from me. How are you, Dee? Such a nice story!
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Hi Kent, great to hear from you and pleased I made you smile!
All good here and hope with you too. Thanks for reading, it was good to re-run this one 😀
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I guess the old toys are cheering because he’s bringing them new life? Well written.
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Yes indeed. Thanks for reading Liz
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Happy toy story. 😀
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Thank you Maria. 🙂
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You’re most welcome Deb. 🙂
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that’s beautifully written
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Thank you so much.
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Good then, good now. Fun story, Dee!
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Thank you Erin, pleased you thought so
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That’s beautiful. I love how the old toys cheer.
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Thanks GAH, always good to hear from you.
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Lovely, heart-warming story. Good title.
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Thank you Margaret
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A lovely told story with a heartfelt ending. I enjoyed it very much.
Isadora 😎
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Thank you Isadora
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