One of those days, Part V

One of those days, Part V

A Story by Jon Roggie

Have you ever seen someone experiencing something completely new?
When it is something good,
you can't help yourself.
You just smile.
I take my little companion to a place of stories.
To be honest,
 that is the name.
A Place of Stories.
I know it might seem a touch cliche,
 but it is a coffee shop.
I would appreciate if you didn't groan.
Now,
 I am a regular,
 but the proprietors are losing their patience.
Luckily,
 a little waif of a child will deflect a touch of their displeasure.
I remember to tell her her name before we enter.
She gives me a look,
 but stays quiet.
I try not to worry.
When you enter the Story,
 it is like coming home.
Part of the reason I get yelled at upon arrival.
"Jon!  Where have you been?"
As a side note,
  here about I am known as Jon Tala.
Using my normal method of courage,
  I immediately place the child in front of me,
  and approach the counter.
Honestly,
 you would be surprised how often this works.
"Marion, I apologize.
 I have been preoccupied."
The questioning look is a masterful mixture.
"Who is this little one?"
The raised eyebrow is a thing of beauty.
"A friend reached out to me,
 and asked for a favor.
 This is Fesili."
Normally,
 you can imagine the immediate questions.
I rush forward into the fray.
"By chance, would you be able to create a pair of hot chocolates?
 Also, I seem to smell some of Anne's famous oatmeal cookies baking..."
My little friend's large eyes actually help sell this.
I hate to admit it,
 but it is fun to improvise.

© 2017 Jon Roggie


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A Place of Stories. I love that!
I really like this setting too, and am intrigued by the child

Posted 7 Years Ago


Jon Roggie

7 Years Ago

Yes, the little pest you inspired has entered the story.
Papaya

7 Years Ago

LOL. :) She will be a pest for sure but I think she'll be delightful.

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Jon Roggie
Jon Roggie

Porterville, CA



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