Aunt Molly was never included in family gatherings.
She’s strange, everyone said.
Yet, here I am standing among her clutter and dust.
Why did she name me her heir?
I barely knew her.
Was there a message among these relics of antiquity?
She made potions, everyone said.
What kind of potions?
Was she a witch or chemist?
She mixed elixir concoctions to heal the believers.
The estate appraiser will be here soon. Perhaps, he can give me some insight.
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Did you just say $50,000 dollars for that purple bottle?
Yes, Ma’am. It’s a collectable.
Dear Auntie Molly …. I love you.
2015©isadora delavega
Genre: Flash Fiction
Word Count: 100 Words
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July 31, 2015 at 11:05 am
Hola Isadora,
$50,000? There’s an elixir anyone would enjoy. As I enjoyed your story. Well done.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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July 31, 2015 at 6:23 pm
Hola Rochelle,
BIG BUCKS …!!!! Who can tell what valuable treasure is going to be left to you in an estate.
It hasn’t happened to me yet. 😂 I can dream in my story. LOL
I’m happy you enjoyed this story. The photo prompt was a little difficult
for me this week. I’m not a fan of this one I’ve written as much as some of my other entries.
But, it’s great writing practice. Thank you for hosting and always stopping by to leave your
very nice comments.
Adios,
Isadora 😎
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July 31, 2015 at 8:59 am
I’d like to think Molly was rewarding the only family member who showed her some respect.
Good piece.
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July 31, 2015 at 6:26 pm
Eccentric relatives are often left isolated because people lack the interest to understand them.
I hope Aunt Molly saw kindness in her niece. I’m pleased you enjoyed my story. Thank you for
stopping by and leaving your very comment, Mick. _______ Isadora 😎
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July 31, 2015 at 6:28 am
An interesting aunt to have.
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July 31, 2015 at 6:16 pm
It’s a much more interesting way of living when you’re eccentric.
Aunt Molly was certainly that. Thank you for visiting. _______ Isadora 😎
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July 30, 2015 at 11:34 pm
Beautiful story. Maybe Aunt Mollie wanted to teach niece that beig free and yourself has great value. 🙂
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July 31, 2015 at 5:24 am
Aunt Molly must have known her message would be received. Goodness and kindness will
shine through to others even when distance prevents paths from crossing.
I’m happy you thought it was beautiful. I found this photo prompt very challenging this week.
I appreciate your kind comment and visit. Thank You …!!! _____ Isadora 😎
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July 30, 2015 at 6:21 pm
Love the twist at the end. Fantastic! I would love Aunt Molly too. 🙂
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July 30, 2015 at 6:35 pm
How could she not love Aunt Molly. She left her a houseful of treasures. With no attachment to the items, I’m sure the estate appraiser will find many antique shops to consign or sell them to.
Inheritances can be a blessing and a nightmare. In this case it looks like it was a blessing. Thanks for commenting. Your visits always bring a smile. ______ Isadora 😎
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July 30, 2015 at 6:36 pm
🙂
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July 30, 2015 at 6:05 pm
Wonderful! Those bottles held more treasures than she thought! Or maybe than the auctioneer thought… 😉
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July 30, 2015 at 6:45 pm
Hola Amiga,
This prompt wasn’t my favorite. I struggled a little with my approach. I hoped the message was clear
in those short 100 words. I had a lot of ideas but went with this one.
Eccentric old aunts who live alone and gather stuff through whatever idiosyncratic behavior they have
can, at times, leave treasures one never knew they had or were valuable. But … estate appraisers can be wrong. The truth is in the eventual sale.
(Must be read with a southern accent – gosh … you have a tremendous influence on me … LOL)
I’m always happy to see ya’ll here, Ms. Lorna. Hope ya’ll are feelin’ well. Ya’ll take good care.
Adios y garcias,
Issy 😎
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July 30, 2015 at 11:04 am
This just doesn’t ring true! The estate agent would have pocketed the bottle.
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July 30, 2015 at 3:23 pm
Well … that would be unethical for the estate appraiser to do. 😳
I’ve had family estates appraised and, usually, you stay with them as they wander around the home.
Some items have to be researched for value. They take photos and get back to you.
But, I suppose there’s always one bad apple in any field. Sad, though.
Thanks for the comment that left an open dialog for us to enjoy. _______ Isadora 😎
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July 30, 2015 at 10:55 am
Aunt Molly took care of the one person who appreciated her.
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July 30, 2015 at 3:25 pm
Who knew ..??? Good ol’ eccentric Aunt Molly had a house full of treasures. 😳
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July 30, 2015 at 6:38 am
Good old Aunt Molly. The ‘strange’ usually have a story to tell.
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July 30, 2015 at 3:18 pm
It’s so true. People who live an eccentric life or in isolation have a lot to tell but no one is willing to listen.
I’ve heard many stories of valuable items left behind by these types of strange relatives.
Thank you for visiting, Sandra. You’re always a pleasure to see. ________ Isadora 😎
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July 29, 2015 at 11:33 pm
That’s some collectable bottle! I will have to look out for one. 🙂
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July 30, 2015 at 4:43 am
One never knows what is a collectable or just a decorative piece we happen to enjoy having.
I am of the no-clutter school so I have very little around that needs dusting. Now, go and check
those special items you have that may be collectable. 😄
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July 30, 2015 at 6:16 am
That’s funny you say that. I have just researching a print I found for $15 in a second hand shop. It turns out to be by a UK artist of some renown. I don’t think its worth much more that $50 but it’s a nice score. I’ll keep looking for that purple bottle 🙂
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July 30, 2015 at 3:12 pm
I enjoy browsing flea markets and estate sales for finds such as you’ve mentioned. There’s a thrill in finding something more valuable than what you’ve paid. I often gift them and find the receivers always enjoy the story of how they were found. One persons rubbish is another persons treasure. Happy Hunting …!!! 😎
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July 29, 2015 at 10:24 pm
Nice story.
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July 30, 2015 at 4:40 am
Thank you. For some reason, this prompt didn’t give me as much creativity as I
would have liked. I’m glad you thought enough about it to leave a comment. 😊
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July 29, 2015 at 8:23 pm
She was an alchemist–she turned bottles into gold. 🙂
janet
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July 29, 2015 at 8:29 pm
Ahhh … yes, the insanity of the insane. 😊
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