The young lady who suffered in the fire with Daniel is still in intensive care. Though thought to have pneumonia, she was taken off the respirator a few days ago, so either this diagnosis was in error or is resolving. More good news -- she is communicating and responsive to questions and conversation. Please continue to pray for her recovery.
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Welcome to today's microfiction! Hope you had a great weekend, and for those of us celebrating the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday, I wish you good cookin' and lots of great family time.
Grandma's Goulash graciously hosts Succinctly Yours, the wonderful meme for those of us addicted to microfiction. The trick is to write a story in 140 characters or less using the photo below as inspiration. To add to the challenge is the word of the week, "beholden." My story is below.
**Indescribable Gifts #1: Cannot Be Repaid
(137 characters)
“I am beholden to Chief Massasoit,” William said, “How will I repay him?” “You cannot,” Mary said. “His gifts are so many and so great.”
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Indescribable Gifts #2: Cannot Be Okayed
(137 characters)
"So, hey, baby. Want a closer look at my cornstalk?" John asked with a wink. "Keep it in your vegetable steamer, Pilgrim," Anne advised.
** Chief Massasoit (also called Ousamequin, or “Yellow Feather”) was chief of the Wampanoag Indians when the Pilgrims arrived at Plymouth in 1620. He negotiated a treaty with the Pilgrims on March 22, 1621. The Pilgrims were fortunate in this alliance as the bond with Chief Massasoit is credited with ensuring the success of Plymouth Colony. The Chief also prevented the Pilgrims from suffering starvation during the colony’s early years.
To read the microfiction stories of others participating in this meme, please click HERE.
Thanks for visiting! See you on Wednesday for the naked truth about . . . GOOD GRAVY!
Have a great week!
Lisa
25 comments:
Oh my gosh, you little dickens (as my grandma used to say). That last one is so funny I am covering my mouth so as not to laugh out loud and wake hubby. You are amazing!
*snort* Oh, wow. That second one is hilarious. And that's wonderful news about Daniel! I hope your family has a wonderful and peaceful Thanksgiving celebration!
The 2nd was my favorite...thought maybe he'd ask if she'd "beholden" his stalk!
The first one is the first serious take I believe I've read from you--and how wonderful! I enjoyed the historical tidbit. And the second made coffee come out my nose. I should know by now. Congratulations and continued prayers for Daniel and his friend.
Such good ones this morning, Lisa. The funny one really has started my Monday off with a zip and thank you for it!!!
Talk about contrast! The first did not prepare me for the second. So happy to hear the happy news about Daniel.
Enjoyed both micros. nicely done.
First one- serious and wonderful, second one- I guffawed. You are hilarious, Lisa. I read up on the Wampanoag, Massasoit and Squanto before writing my SY story...very interesting. The Pilgrims were blessed to have such friendly, helpful Native Americans nearby to help them through their first difficult year.
Great news about Daniel coming home and that he's healing well. I'll continue to pray for healing for him and the young woman.
Naughty and nice! (Why did I mention naughty first? Innate brain wiring?)
I am glad Chief Massasoit got his due. Yes, those Pilgrims had much to be thankful for.
Lisa, I have a friend in his ninety's now. He also has Texas Bluebonnets planted beside his drive. One day at the Senior Center he aske a lady friend if she would like to come over and look at his Bluebonnet pictures. I told him, "what a line that is!" This little old fellow didn't know what to say as he didn't know about lines. So naive. XD :)
Your post reminded me of this story. Thank you, I will have to call him soon for a round of golf.
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Lisa, I am happy for Danny and you all. Also will keep praying for all including the burned lady friend.
Thank you for the update. Great news coming at Thanksgiving time.
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Wonderful news about Daniel and his friend, Lisa. You're right, perfect Thanksgiving news.
Enjoyed both of your totally-different takes on the prompt today.
Kay, Alberta, Canada
An Unfittie’s Guide to Adventurous Travel
Oh-my, oh-my! (fanning myself) I completely forget what the first one said!
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I am so sorry to hear about these misfortunes. I'm very happy for you that Daniel is home, and I'm hoping that other young woman will be okay too.
Ann Best, Memoir Author
Hi Lisa,
Oh, what wonderful news for Daniel and all of you ... and for his sweet friend too. I love to see the hand of God work so mightily and so quickly! As we know, it doesn't always happen that way.
Great stories you have for us today, and a reminder of a bit of Thanksgiving history. The second story made me laugh; cute and a bit naughty too.
I look forward to Mondays these days so that I can come over here and have a chuckle.
Hugs,
Kathy M.
Great news about Daniel and his friend. Hope the young lady gets to come home soon too! Sending love waves.
The last microfiction had me in stitches. You're so funny.
Linda - So glad I helped begin your day with a chuckle!
Sarah - Thanks!
Kim - Haha. . .you and my husband think alike. He saw the pun just as you did. And then, of course, I couldn't steal it!
Tammy - Sorry about the whole coffee-out-the-nose thing. :) But thanks!
Claudia - Happy to oblige!
Laraine - Thank you!
Anthony - Thanks for your comment.
Pat - I agree. Chief Massasoit doesn't receive enough credit in the history books. And thank you; we appreciate your prayers.
Jim - Your bluebonnets story is a riot. Are you sure you aren't just looking for a reason to play golf? LOL Enjoy your game! And thanks for remembering Daniel and his friend.
Kay - Thank you!
Pooch - Haha. . .poor Chief Massosoit. Upstaged by a cornstalk.
Ann - So nice to see your name in my comments! Thank you for your concern good wishes.
Kathy - Thanks! Your comment made MY day!
Lynn - Thanks. It really is the best Thanksgiving day gift we could have hoped for.
Great news about Daniel. Prayer is powerful stuff!
Pat
Critter Alley
Rejoicing with you over your nephew's good news! Will keep them in my prayers.
Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Such wonderful, wonderful news about your dear nephew! Thanks be to The Above! I will continue to keep both Daniel and his friend tucked into my Good Night Prayers.
"So, hey, baby. Want a closer look at my cornstalk?" John asked with a wink. "Keep it in your vegetable steamer, Pilgrim," Anne advised.
YIKES! If John can't keep "it" in his "steamer," then the next chapter of this story will be about--Dare I say it?--fresh cream-style corn!?!?!
(God, we're wicked, aren't we?!)
Sending positive thoughts to Daniel and his friend, with oodles of Reiki for their continued recovery.
I love a historical microfiction - well done. :)
I loved both the history and the hilarious, although it sounds as if that corn stalk is already quite steamy.
How wonderful that Daniel is home and his friend is gaining. That is truly cause for thanks.
So glad Daniel and his friend are making steady progress.More prayers and hugs their way.
Loved your second micro best LOL!
Karen - Thank you!
Sparkle - Thanks for the prayers. And omigosh! You crack me up. Thank goodness my brain never went there on its own, or I'd have been unable to post a microfiction this week. LOL
Akelamalu - Thank you. :)
Grandma - Thanks for your comments.
Madeleine - Thanks!
The second one is hilarious!
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