Jeff had placed lanterns, candles, her favourite planters and her most cherished celebration picture on the centre table in the drawing room. There had been few hushings and murmurs in the neighbourhood as Jeff decorated her house for the upcoming holidays and the new year. Everyone living in the vicinity knew that Jeff was all alone; she did not have anybody in her life to celebrate with. Her husband had met an accident few years back and the couple did not have children who could come to visit during holidays.
Then why was Jeff celebrating? Isn’t it sad that someone who lives alone is lightening candles and humming carols all by herself?
Perhaps Jeff wanted to be happy, and this was her small effort. She was least bothered what would they say. At 65, Jeff wanted to live, and she had learned it, finally. Yes, sometimes it takes a lifetime.
Written for: Crispina’s Creative Challenge #268, hosted by Crispina
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Nice!
Thank you! 💖
सुंदर शॉर्ट स्टोरी है। अच्छा लिखा है ।
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So sweetly written .There should be this spirit in all.
Thank you sis! 💖
Yes, but then it’s not so easy and hence sometimes it takes longer than expected.
This resonates so strongly with me. I thank you 🙂 🙂 🙂
Thank you so much Crispina! 🥰