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She sat, watching the world around her getting older, her included. It had been a rather tough day and she disliked what ageing did to her.

I may be wiser, she thought, but I feel like I’m on my last few breaths before I leave this world again. I don’t want to go, but know it is time to move on.

As she sat back to take in the last sight of the world she loved, a door behind her opened and slammed loudly.

“Move over, Saturday. The day of rest has arrived. See you in a week’s time.”

Written in response to the 99-word flash fiction challenge with the theme of ‘growing older’, hosted by Charli Mills at the Carrot Ranch.

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45 responses to “Growing Older”

  1. J.S - WEW avatar
    J.S – WEW

    Nice post, everybody will leave this world, but leave behind the attitude and character. That’s why be kind with the people, because people will remember any person from his attitude. Stay Blessed.

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      Hugh’s Views and News

      Yes, I agree. My grandmother always told me to “Treat others how you would like them to treat you.”

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    Robert

    Good writing!

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      Hugh’s Views and News

      Thank you.

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    samfiftysomething

    So good Hugh! Very clever

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      Hugh’s Views and News

      Thank you, Sam.

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    Charli Mills

    Ha! What an imagination you have, Hugh — giving Saturday her spotlight in aging.

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      Hugh’s Views and News

      She insisted I write about it, Charlie. Thanks so much.

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    Aimer Boyz

    “Move over, Saturday.” Great line!!

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      Hugh’s Views and News

      Glad you like it, Aimer. 😀

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