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Precious Moments

These are the days that will be missed.

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Comment from Faith Williams
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Congratulations on your win, Douglas! I love how you bring out the everyday moments, ones we'll miss when they're no longer the everyday. Ryker and the donut made me laugh. Congratulations again!

 Comment Written 14-Oct-2023

reply by the author on 14-Oct-2023
    They asked for ?typical day?. That was real conversation I had the night before. Ha!
Comment from Ginda Simpson
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Isn't it grand to be missed, to be needed for such hefty decisions and advice on problems as they arise. I hope they saved you a donut. A fun bit of writing.

 Comment Written 13-Oct-2023

reply by the author on 13-Oct-2023
    Thank you, Ginda! The prompt asked for a typical day. Ha!
Comment from LJbutterfly
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Hahaha! Congratulations on your well deserved win. This is hilarious, but so real. You may as well have been at home, since you're the center of your family's life even when you are at work. But, you are correct. Such moments and memories are precious.

 Comment Written 13-Oct-2023

reply by the author on 13-Oct-2023
    It?s important to be engaged.

    Thank you, for your sweet review!
Comment from Mary Vigasin
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Congratulations on your win! It is an engaging and amusing story. Here while Dad is working, the kids call Dad several times showing he is engaged with his children.
A marvelous and delicious story.
Best wishes,
Mary

 Comment Written 13-Oct-2023

reply by the author on 13-Oct-2023
    Thanks, Mary! True story.
    D
Comment from Sally Law
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You're a dad that doesn't stop and doesn't want for drama! I love the BFFN as this colors in the story so well. A delightful entry, sir.

Sending you my best today as always, and my very best wishes for the upcoming contest.
Sally Law :))

 Comment Written 13-Oct-2023

reply by the author on 13-Oct-2023
    Why thank you! I have heard it is doing brilliantly! Blessings on you and your house.
Comment from PoemsOfDD
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LOL - this is such an endearing read. The story is well paced, amusing and is real-life for a lot of households. At least the kids ring up and keep the father involved even though time and distance is between them. My eldest just ate what was in the fridge and not hers. My youngest will ask though. Small blessings. A most enjoyable read. Thank you for sharing.

 Comment Written 13-Oct-2023

reply by the author on 13-Oct-2023
    I think that is why it?s doing well. It is very relatable. Most of us have had to juggle work with family. Thank you for reviewing!
Comment from prettybluebirds
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You have done a marvelous job with the writing prompt. It is hilarious yet believable. I enjoyed reading this short story. I wish you worlds of luck in the contest. Nice work.

 Comment Written 12-Oct-2023

reply by the author on 12-Oct-2023
    Thank you! Somebody told me it is going well! Ha! I'm too chicken to watch the contests. Better just to be hit with the results, good or bad!

    Not sure if you saw, but I mentioned you in my one year anniversary piece called "Thank You". Just wanted you to know how much you are appreciated.
    Douglas
Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
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Aww it's lovely though isn't it? You wouldn't be without it even though it does nothing to improve concentration on the job. We live in a weird world don't we? Trying to manage family concerns whilst undertaking a dangerous job of vigilance. Thanks for sharing, Doug. Debbie

 Comment Written 12-Oct-2023

reply by the author on 12-Oct-2023
    You are so very clever.
    The nature of the prompt?
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
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This made me smile, it sounds like you are very much needed by others and I enjoyed how your stressful day is in a way rewarding and you won my vote with your post, love Dolly x

 Comment Written 12-Oct-2023

reply by the author on 12-Oct-2023
    Aww. You are indeed kind, Dolly. Yes, being needed is a reward in itself. I appreciate you!
Comment from RodG
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I really enjoyed this excerpt describing one day in your life. Yes, those phone calls from family members--no matter where you are--are "precious moments." This was both amusing and poignant. Thanks for sharing. Rod

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 Comment Written 11-Oct-2023

reply by the author on 12-Oct-2023
    Thank, Rod. Being needed by people is actually fulfilling in its own right!