Dear Mom & Dad,
I’m sure this ‘Thank You’ note seems quite contrary to my persona, but it’s no-less sincere.
I’ve realized how my past ungrateful behaviors have hurt you. I apologize for it all.
The incredible gala you created for my marriage to Harry left me breathless.
As I’m sitting on the balcony with this magical view of Portofino, I’m tearful of the years we’ve missed together. Milestone celebrations; each lost along the way.
Your description of our honeymoon get-a-way was on target, to the last detail.
Spellbound describes how I feel today.
All my love,
Meghan
2019©Isadora DeLaVega
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Word Count: 100
Genre: Flash Fiction
Photo Prompt: CEAyr
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***** The names of the characters in this fiction story is in no way associated with the Royals of England.
I simply needed two names for my characters. I have no clue about Meghan or Harry’s lives. Thanks 😎
Inside the Mind of Isadora 
June 10, 2019 at 3:13 pm
Beautiful.
It’s never too late to make amends.
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June 10, 2019 at 5:30 pm
Yes, making amends is a healing process. I know of many people who go to their graves without closure on some of their altercations.
Perhaps, pride or stubbornness or lack of maturity. Thanks, Dale for popping by. I know you’re swamped with boxes so your visit is truly appreciated. Have a super week …
Isadora 😎
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June 10, 2019 at 5:31 pm
Thanks, Isadora.
Between work and boxes, I need to take a reading and commenting break 😉
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June 10, 2019 at 5:36 pm
I’m sure a cup of cafe and a laptop in a cozy chair is a perfect way to keep the tension down. Namaste 🙏
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June 10, 2019 at 5:57 pm
Or a glass of wine 😉
But I’ll save that for later!
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June 10, 2019 at 6:06 pm
👍🤪😃
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June 9, 2019 at 6:15 pm
A sweet story, realizing the sacrifices of her parents and expressing her appreciation. What every parent wishes to hear.
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June 11, 2019 at 3:24 pm
Yes, I agree. Parents don’t always get the appreciation they deserve.
It’s better to realize it before it is too late to say.
Glad you enjoy, Brenda. Thanks for visiting and commenting.
Isadora 😎
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June 8, 2019 at 6:01 pm
At last she is realising her mistake. The house is bringing the change in her. Better late than never to have said sorry.
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June 10, 2019 at 5:47 pm
My plan was to show the power of recognizing the errors of our ways in general for all who live with altercations. I didn’t relaize when I selected the names for the characters that it could be interpreted as a story about the royals. Thank you for commenting, Abhijit.
Have a wonderful week … Isadora 😎
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June 8, 2019 at 5:32 pm
A wonderful, happy story!
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June 10, 2019 at 5:49 pm
I think reconciliation is often avoided. I thought this letter was a good way to show that people can make amends even with their parents. Thank you for enjoying my story enough to leave a comment. I greatly appreciate it.
Isadora 😎
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June 11, 2019 at 11:59 am
In my work, I urge people all the time to make amends with those who have hurt them, or that they have hurt. It’s a much happier way to live!
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June 11, 2019 at 2:14 pm
It must be very rewarding to see them come together again after an estrangement. A way of life more people need to begin to live in order have harmony in their lives. 🙏
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June 8, 2019 at 10:14 am
A lovely story, Isadora. Her parents gave the young couple a great gift in that honeymoon so deserved an appreciative note. This couple is starting off in the right way. Hopefully, it will continue that way. Well written, 🙂 — Suzanne
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June 8, 2019 at 3:02 pm
I had an English teacher (nun) who believed in ‘Thank you’ notes and handwritten letters. She started a pen-pal writing challenge for us to do. I was friends with my pen-pal until she passed away. I loved and still love to send cards, letters and Thank you’s.
I appreciate your stopping by and commenting. Thank you : )
Isadora 😎
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June 9, 2019 at 9:05 am
You’re most welcome. Have a great week ahead. 🙂 — Suzanne
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June 16, 2019 at 2:03 pm
My mom taught me the value of thank you notes when I was little. At the time I did not appreciate being made to sit down and write them, but she was right 🙂
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June 18, 2019 at 12:26 am
There are so many things that our parents or teachers show us that we don’t appreciate until we’re older. I wish these traditions could continue. Thanks for visiting and commenting, Meg. Have a wonderful week.
Isadora 😎
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June 7, 2019 at 8:56 pm
It’s always good when families can be reconciled. Well done Meghan for taking the initiative.
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June 11, 2019 at 3:26 pm
I love receiving ‘Thank you’ notes from dinner guests or over-nighters.
It’s happening less and less day by day. Sad.
Thanks, Penny, for commenting and visiting.
Isadora 😎
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June 7, 2019 at 8:55 pm
I thought it’s Megan too! How are you my friend? Long time!😊😀
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June 11, 2019 at 3:31 pm
I’l have to be sure to use non-newsy names. LOL
I’ve been doing, Seyi. Taking each day as it comes. I’m hoping
to do a post on a recent stressful time. I still can’t seem to write it all down.
Life is about our journey’s. The ups and downs and the ebbs and flows.
We aren’t given any struggles we can’t handle.
Yes, it has been a long time. Hope all is well with you.
Have a wonderful week …
Isadora 😎
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June 7, 2019 at 4:41 pm
Very sweet story 🌹
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June 11, 2019 at 3:32 pm
Thank you, Jo. We all need to write those who’ve we’ve neglected or injured in some way.
Life is a short period in time.
Isadora 😎
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June 7, 2019 at 3:05 pm
What a lovely thoughtful letter to write, Isodora. To be so honest and heartfelt means a lot. A gem of a story.
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June 11, 2019 at 3:34 pm
Thank you, Keith, for your very nice comment.
I believe we need to let those we love how much they mean
to us before time runs out and we cannot. Children need to express to parents
how much they appreciate the things they sacrifice to do for them.
Have a great week ….
Isadora 😎
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June 7, 2019 at 9:31 am
Your story seems to have headed in a direction of its own and become a story of the royal despite that not being your intention! Nice one.
My go at Friday Fictioneers!
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June 7, 2019 at 2:02 am
Sense of humor is always good … and it does look like a honeymoon place!
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June 11, 2019 at 3:36 pm
I thought the place had a great deal of potential for a honeymoon vacation.
I’d never want to climb those stairs everyday. LOLOL
Well, maybe, I could do a Fred Astair dance up the stairs everyday …. NOT !!! 😁
Thanks, aFrank. Have a super Tuesday.
Isadora 😎
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June 6, 2019 at 11:56 am
Querida Isadora,
I’m not sure Meghan owes her father any kind of apology. 😉 IMHO. Love the letter for this magical couple. Bien escrito mi amiga.
Shalom y abrazos,
Rochelle
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June 6, 2019 at 5:25 pm
Querida Rochelle,
No es un cuento de verdad. I was playing with character names. Meghan popped into my mind; then, Harry. It’s a tale of parents and children who can have issues and sometimes come back around.
Gracias,
Isadora 😎
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June 6, 2019 at 8:33 am
A little bit of satire added to today’s mix of interpretations. 🙂
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June 6, 2019 at 5:29 pm
Hi Sandra,
Welcome and thank you for commenting. Yes, I was going for a bit of tongue-in-cheek humor. I’m trying my hand at approaching the prompts with a less drama and intensity. I’m not sure if I’m going to do well in that genre. 🙄 Thanks again …
Isadora 😎
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June 6, 2019 at 5:40 am
Sweet story.
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June 8, 2019 at 2:39 pm
Happy you thought it is, Sasha. Thank you.
Isadora 😎
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June 6, 2019 at 12:22 am
Like Larry, I almost missed the connection. How sweet!
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June 6, 2019 at 5:49 pm
I wish Larry was right in his connection to the royals.
I was searching for names for my story and Meghan came up first.
I thought I’d add Harry as a bit of humor. It’s a story more about
parents and relationships to their adults kids. Thank you for commenting.
I appreciate it so much.
Isadora 😎
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June 5, 2019 at 11:09 pm
They spent their honeymoon THERE?
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June 11, 2019 at 3:49 pm
Ooopppssss … I missed this comment, Neil.
UMMM … it looked like a great place to spend a few days with ones honey.
But, maybe not, those stairs would be killer. LOL Thanks …
Isadora 😎
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June 5, 2019 at 9:57 pm
I’m sure she is happy now, being a real life Princess! 🙂
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June 11, 2019 at 3:47 pm
It’s a coincidence that my story is thought to be about the royals. LOL
I just happen to have used the names for my characters. I have no clue about the royals and their issues. : O
The story is about reconciliation. Parents are always neglected when it comes to their adult children appreciating
the sacrifices they make. I was trying to show it’s possible for them to realize it even if it’s late.
Thanks for visiting, Iain.
Isadora 😎
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June 5, 2019 at 9:27 pm
Totally beautiful, Isadora! ❦
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June 11, 2019 at 3:38 pm
Thank you, Resa. I was writing about reconciliation between parents and children.
Too many are estranged and need healing. Glad you enjoyed my tale.
Isadora 😎
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June 5, 2019 at 9:01 pm
At least she’s apologizing. It’s just occurred to me that they’re the famous Harry and Meghan
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June 6, 2019 at 12:22 am
Larry!!!!! You entered a story on my site but your link was bad and I had to delete it. I apologize since I had no way to contact you.
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June 6, 2019 at 5:54 pm
I’ll go back and see what happened. Google and I have issues once in a while. LOL
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June 6, 2019 at 5:53 pm
I really wasn’t trying to write about the royals. I was looking for characters names and Meghans name popped up.
I added Harry as a bit of tongue-in-cheek whimsy. LOL
But, Thanks, for commenting and appreciating my quirky tale.
Isadora 😎
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June 11, 2019 at 3:40 pm
Actually,, it’s just a coincidence. I was writing about the power of healing between parents and their adult children.
Words that all parents want to hear from their adult children. Glad you enjoyed anyway.
Isadora 😎
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June 11, 2019 at 3:42 pm
That’s so true, and It works both ways. Everybody has to apologize when he’s blown it.
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