She had always worn an underskirt. I remember them swaying in the breeze as they hung side by side on the washing line, crisp and white. Although they were much more than that.
They were my sail on far flung adventures across the sea; the flag of my enemy surrendering at last. A beautiful veil as I walked down the aisle, and, each Christmas, one cradled the baby Jesus as I bore him in the shed.
My grandma’s underskirts. So many stories.
I squeezed her cold hand as she lay beautifully dressed before me.
“Goodnight Grandma” I whispered “God bless.”
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PHOTO PROMPT © Roger Bultot
I wrote this as part of the Friday Fictioneers challenge hosted by Rochelle Wisoff-Fields. The idea is to write a short story (just 100 words) based on the photo prompt provided.
To join in the fun visit HERE.
Thanks for reading x
Blissfully Buried in Books 
A lovely story, Anna. My eyes are moist. What a lovely, loving relationship between grandmother and granddaughter!
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Such a beautiful tale of a blessed Grandmother. I, too, remember my Gram’s underdresses quite well. Wish I still had a few. She hand sewed each and every one, smocking, embroidered roses and flowers. Ahhhh, the pleasant, sweet memories…. Thank you for that.
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Delightfully told.
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Beautiful goodbye. Lovely story.
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Loved the image of family love created by this story.
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Beautifully written
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What a sweet and poignant tale. Loved it to bits.
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A lovely story, Anna. I really liked this.
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Dear Anna,
A very beautiful story, pull of love and pathos. The ending gave me a lump in my throat.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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This tugs at my heart… what a beautiful story. Love the childhood memories.
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Beautiful imagery Anna. It really evokes childhood memories and the lovely relationship of grandparents and their grandchildren. Just gorgeous x
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This was so beautiful, so touching. Thanks for writing it.
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I echo everyone else in saying that this was a most beautifully told story, Anna.
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Thank you for taking the time to read it and comment 👍
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Delightful. Tender and sweet.
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Love the way the grandmother is remembered through the child’s imagination.
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A poignant tale beautifully narrated.
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Anna , well done took me back in an instant to my childhood with my beloved gran.
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A poignant tribute to a precious lady in her life.
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How touching. Well done.
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