A HUNTER ONCE (lesson of the heart)

A HUNTER ONCE (lesson of the heart)

A Story by Richard🖌
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Short Story … my second posted in a row. A true story about me as a young lad awakening to a sense of compassion. I write very few stories and this will, probably, be my last for some time to come.

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© 2020 Richard🖌


Author's Note

Richard🖌
I sincerely hope you have found favor in this rare true story piece by me.
Illustration from Wikimedia Commons.

"Big THANKS go out to Relic for helping me with Edits and Suggestions."
Thank you, Tim 😃

Please, feel free to offer constructive critique.

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Delighted to read your first short story this evening here in Tarragona, Spain.
Even though your story is about geese and their committed connection in life, this notion rings true for many other living things....Swans for instance and of course many humans feel this way as well.
I absolutely loved your story... Wonderful story telling at its very best.
Everyone that reads this will most definitely feel the deep connection that you have so well described.
We humans call it love...but then again what's love got to do with it...as proven by the geese and gander...
there is a bound..unspoken..connected...
Lisa

Posted 2 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Richard🖌

2 Years Ago

Such a delightful pleasure, Lisa 😃

Receiving such intimately understood sentiments.. read more
Richard🖌

2 Years Ago

Typo: loved "the is" little tale = loved "this" little tale
Lisasview

2 Years Ago

Oh well, typos are so easy to make..right..
Lisa, early here in Spain



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Delighted to read your first short story this evening here in Tarragona, Spain.
Even though your story is about geese and their committed connection in life, this notion rings true for many other living things....Swans for instance and of course many humans feel this way as well.
I absolutely loved your story... Wonderful story telling at its very best.
Everyone that reads this will most definitely feel the deep connection that you have so well described.
We humans call it love...but then again what's love got to do with it...as proven by the geese and gander...
there is a bound..unspoken..connected...
Lisa

Posted 2 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Richard🖌

2 Years Ago

Such a delightful pleasure, Lisa 😃

Receiving such intimately understood sentiments.. read more
Richard🖌

2 Years Ago

Typo: loved "the is" little tale = loved "this" little tale
Lisasview

2 Years Ago

Oh well, typos are so easy to make..right..
Lisa, early here in Spain
Truly loved this story. It felt like I was there seeing it all happen as you describe. Sad to learn that the goose was calling out to her mate. You're father showed her a kindness, I think. I'm not very good at critiquing, I just love to read and share my thoughts.

Posted 3 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Richard🖌

3 Years Ago

Ohhh!

i see, you've read and reviewed this one, already; and, a lovely, intriguing, e.. read more
It is our great loss that you don't write stories often & here you proclaim to never write another! I know you prefer poetry, but I prefer your prose by a long shot. You are so effusive in the way you express details, imagery, feelings, & methodology in your writing, so packed, we are totally immersed despite this being a fairly brief read. It's the perfect snapshot & bitesize piece for those (with short attention spans) who would shy away from longer stories. Here's hoping you & your loved ones are enjoying a lovely Christmas week full of affection & togetherness (((HUGS))) Fondly, Margie

Posted 3 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Richard🖌

3 Years Ago

Dang, Margie! 🙄

Sorry, Dearest, for missing your wonderfully encouraging, approvin.. read more
Your story telling is as wonderful as your poetry! ( you should write more * hint hint)
Yes, I am aware geese mate for life... I had somewhat of a similiar story.
Here in Wisconsin, we are surrounded by lakes/rivers/ creeks... so, lots of geese. Lilly was about 3 or 4 yrs. old when we came across a gander that had been it by a car. His mate was in complete distress. She would not leave his side.Lilly somehow knew, as was completely inconsolable. To this day...it will bring tears to her eyes when she remembers.


Posted 3 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Richard🖌

3 Years Ago

Gosh, Dear Susan 😔

Such a sad story you've shared of You, Lilly, the unfortunate g.. read more
Very interesting and moving account
With respect, I have spent a great amount of time in the woods but have never wanted to hunt or kill
That is a beautiful bit of artwork
Take care

Posted 3 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Richard🖌

3 Years Ago

Thank you, Dave, most humbly and gratefully.🌿

I, too, have spent as much time in t.. read more
Memories such as this are most precious. My dad introduced me to hunting, also, and the hard parts included. Having lived in South Texas for several years, I'm a little skeptical of how "cold" it was. Still, it's a fine story about father and son bonding. Irreplaceable, that is.

Posted 3 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Richard🖌

3 Years Ago

"played GOLF all winter", not gold … sheesh!
Samuel Dickens

3 Years Ago

Of course it's all relative. I saw freezing temperatures there, too. (Stationed at Naval Air Station.. read more
Richard🖌

3 Years Ago

Well,
Texas misses you. : )
Point well-taken.
I learned something new about geese, Richard. This is a moving story with a picture that gives the story a feel for classic literature. I've enjoyed each of your stories and I would like to see more from you sometime in the future.

Loved it.

There were a couple of spaces I'd have used some different wording but I'll get back to you on that. :)

Posted 3 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Richard🖌

3 Years Ago

Hey, Tim 😃

Good to see ya again so soon.
There's nothing better than being .. read more
Thank you Richard for sharing the story. I didn't know geese mated for life. My grandchildren are afraid of them. They protect their babies.
Coyote

Posted 3 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Richard🖌

3 Years Ago

Hey, John 🤜✲🤛

Good to see ya, My Friend.
You are certainly welcome for.. read more
Coyote Poetry

3 Years Ago

You are right Richard and Have some fun. Be safe my friend.
It's wonderful to see life through the eyes of our 14 year old self. Old enough to see but still so tender. I loved your memory, I'm so glad you shared it with us.

Posted 3 Years Ago


1 of 1 people found this review constructive.

Richard🖌

3 Years Ago

Cherrie, I'm ever-so grateful for your nice review,

It is truly rewarding to know you.. read more

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Added on November 28, 2020
Last Updated on November 29, 2020
Tags: Nature, Compassion, Lesson Learned

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