The marketplace was too loud to read so I closed my book and watched him. He banged on the lid of the trash can, then giggled to no one in particular. As he mumbled a tune, he wiggled around hopping from one foot to the other. Probably needed to pee, I thought. He was likely at that stage where he insisted on dressing himself. Mothers learn quickly to pick their battles, and coordinating clothing is typically traded off for something more important. He was contentΒ wearing Β a mismatched striped outfitΒ and playing his makeshift drum. We should all be so carefree.
Grace Grits and Gardening
βChildren see magic because they look for it.β
βΒ Christopher Moore
This was written for Write Tribe – 100 Words on Saturday – Picture Prompt
Alvina Castro says
I love how carefree a childs life can be. there life is all about the now and happy and play. They look so happy in there own little world and I Love that there not clouded yet in stress. thanks for sharing!
Talya Tate Boerner says
Thank you Alvina. I agree!
Dorothy Johnson says
I particularly like the hat! So cute! I hope life treats him well.
Talya Tate Boerner says
I love the hat too. I thought it should have a propeller on top – LOL.
Colene says
That is an amazing 100 words to match a sweet photo!
Talya Tate Boerner says
Thank you Colene.
Barbara Tate says
Sweet hundred words from you this morning. Loved it.
Geeta Nair says
Lovely take on the prompt Talya.
Talya Tate Boerner says
Thank you Geeta!
Jennifer says
He’s definitely got his own style π I love how cheery his clothes are… makes me think he’s fun and happy-go-lucky π
Talya Tate Boerner says
Me too Jennifer. He makes me smile and I bet his hands are sticky:)
Jyothi Nair says
Very well said. I guess we forget to be as carefree and happy as we grow up. The kids get away with anything with their cuteness and innocent eyes. Don’t you think so? π
Talya Tate Boerner says
Yes I agree! We could learn from them:)
Shilpa Garg says
Loved the observations you made… so very vivid and realistic. And yes, if only if can re-learn to be carefree from kids! Lovely story in 100 words, Talya π
Talya Tate Boerner says
Thank you so much Shilpa!
nabanita says
Ohh those carefree days of childhood..Loved what you interpreted from the prompt π
Talya Tate Boerner says
Thank you! To be a child againβ¦
usha menon says
Talya this is a very cute observation ! The little boy’s carefree style is penned so sweetly and marvelously.
Talya Tate Boerner says
Thank you! I appreciate your comment.
Cathy Graham says
Good one, Talya. You’d almost think you really had been there in that marketplace observing this little boy. Ah, the joys of childhood and living in the moment. A carefree time for sure.
Geezer On the Go says
Nice job creating a story to match the picture,
Suzy says
You truly painted a cute picture. Yes, we should all be so carefree – let our inner child emerge. Nice take on the prompt.
Sheela says
Indeed …. childhood is always free of worries…and that is the best stage of life….
loved your observation of the picture…
vishalbheeroo says
Love it! We have forgotten to be care free in life.
Cheerz
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