Alzheimer was erasing her life.
Sarah held the door as her mother shuffled into the club. They’d have brunch every Sunday after Temple at the Boca Grande Golf and Country club.
Father loved golf. He’d been a member for years.
Cecelia, the hostess, greeted them with a big smile while escorting them to Mother’s favorite table.
“A Mimosa, Mrs. Cohen?”
The edge of Mother’s lips curved when it was placed in front of her.
“Your father went far despite Auschwitz,” Mother said with a blank gaze.
“You’re a good girl, Sarah, a good daughter.”
At the funeral, Sarah remembered that.
2015©isadoradelavega
Genre – Flash Fiction
Word Count – 100
The challenge is to write a story in 100 words – beginning, middle and end
with the photo prompt.
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Inside the Mind of Isadora 
April 15, 2015 at 7:39 pm
Love the new blog look… especially the header pic. 😀
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April 15, 2015 at 8:09 pm
Thank you so much, Kev. I think the header silently describes a writers feelings after writing something they’ve diligently worked on. I appreciate the visit to my blog and the comment. 😎
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April 18, 2015 at 5:22 am
I can feel that. 😀 You’re welcome. 🙂
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April 15, 2015 at 2:54 pm
Tough on the heart … but touching & real.
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April 15, 2015 at 5:20 pm
It’s a subject I’ve been hearing a lot about lately. It seems to be hitting many, many families. Thank you aFrank for the very nice comment. 😎
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April 13, 2015 at 10:53 pm
A very touching story, that I can relate to. Nice job Isadora!
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April 16, 2015 at 7:40 pm
I think there are a great many families that have this and dementia creeping up lately. It’s happened in our extended family. Research needs to be done to find it’s origin and cure.
I’m happy you enjoyed my story. Thank you ..!!! 😎
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April 13, 2015 at 7:00 pm
What I like best about this piece is the line, “You’re a good girl, Sarah, a good daughter.”
We don’t know who is saying it. The mother? The father (and Sarah is remember it)? Very effective. 🙂
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April 16, 2015 at 7:38 pm
Gee, I thought I had responded to my comments. WOW … I have to take a break. 😳
Thank you very much, Lorna. I am enjoying these 100 word challenges. I think I’m developing
my skills of being concise. I appreciate your positive feedback.
Muchas Gracias, dear friend. ❤
Izzy 😎💋
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April 20, 2015 at 4:56 pm
Yes, I need to try this. I definitely need to hone my skills at precision writing!
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April 21, 2015 at 3:06 am
I tend to be a bit wordy. 100 words doesn’t allow more words than necessary for a good flash story. I like reading the other entires because their short. I’m finding that I have a lot of potential stories can come out of these vignettes. Please join in I think the water is warm enough for you. It’s cozy and friendly here. AND … many, many excellent writers such as you. 😎 😍
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April 21, 2015 at 4:06 pm
In this story you actually repeat a phase, I found that amazing for flash fiction. You do it so effectively. I think I may join you. Could you send me the link via email?
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April 22, 2015 at 9:52 am
Will do … and … hope you do.
Muy agradecida por tus palabras. ( So very grateful for your kind comment) . 😎
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April 22, 2015 at 6:28 pm
🙂
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April 13, 2015 at 3:39 pm
What a touching story.. and yes I know it close… I have seen it close range.
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April 16, 2015 at 7:42 pm
Thank you, Bjorn. Yes, we just found out about an older family member that is showing signs.
A very bad disease. 😎
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April 13, 2015 at 12:52 pm
Holding on those rare moments is how one can find peace….Beautiful one!
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April 16, 2015 at 7:44 pm
I don’t know much about the disease except that a few of our older family members are showing signs.
I believe long term memory isn’t affected. It tends to keep them in that place. I guess if the memories
are good that is a blessing. Thank you for stopping by and leaving your very nice comment. 😎
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April 13, 2015 at 6:49 am
Sad and poignant: a lot packed into one hundred words.
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April 16, 2015 at 7:50 pm
Yes, there is a great deal in this and I’m sure there’s a longer version that would detail even more. But, for now, I appreciate your kind words and visit. Thank You ..!!! 😎
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April 13, 2015 at 5:52 am
Emotional read … and reminds us not to forget.
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April 14, 2015 at 12:11 pm
The unknowns of the disease is what keeps us thinking about it.
Yes, a reminder that it can affect anyone. Thank you for visiting and commenting. 😎
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April 12, 2015 at 8:48 pm
This is a very sweet, yet sad story. My good friend is fading from me and her family with this disease. It is so sad to watch from a good friend’s perspective.
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April 16, 2015 at 7:54 pm
I’m so sorry for my delay in responding to your lovely comment.
It’s sad to see people who are close to us suffering with this disease. I wish you hugs of comfort during this difficult time.
Recently, we’ve heard of older family members beginning to experience this terrible disease.
I hope more research is done to find answers. Thank you for visiting. 😎
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April 12, 2015 at 8:17 pm
Dear Isadora,
If you peruse my past flash fictions you’ll find that Jewish history is a subject near and dear to my heart. Touching story.
A couple of nitpicky things. “…to mother’s favorite table…” I think the m should be capitalized. Also you need a comma after Mimosa.
Your story’s too good to typo. 😉
Shalom,
Rochelle
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April 16, 2015 at 7:48 pm
Dear Rochelle,
As always, your corrections are greatly appreciated. I have changed them. Thank you ..!!!
I will be perusing your past fictioneers while on my soon-to-be vacation. From some of your
posts, I’ve seen touches of the history already.
I’m always happy to see you here visiting and leaving your lovely comments.
Gracias,
Isadora 😎
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April 12, 2015 at 7:42 pm
So touching and sad/sweet. Alzheimer’s is such a wicked disease, for those not affected…
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April 13, 2015 at 2:44 pm
The disease affects the caretakers more. It’s devastating for everyone. 😎
Thank you for stopping by and leaving your nice great comment.
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April 12, 2015 at 7:26 pm
Ahh this is touching and sweet.
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April 13, 2015 at 2:40 pm
A disease that seems to be increasing more everyday. I’m pleased you liked it, Gilly. 😎
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