He was the least romantic person anyone could imagine. It was obvious he cared. But would it have absolutely killed him to make a romantic gesture sometimes? Like bringing me flowers.
"But I know nothing about flowers", he told me when I stopped hinting and demanded.
"Any flower is better than no flowers", I replied tartly.
For our Anniversary, he brought me a plumeria plant. One measly flower. I hid the cut-glass vase I'd taken out, and pretended I loved it.
He knew what he was doing. He's no longer in the world, but I still get flowers every month.
A drabble is a story told in exactly 100 words.
Lovely photo.
ReplyDeleteI think every woman has felt this at some time.
Though I'm not sure what is meant by 'he's no longer in the world.' That's kinda scary. ;0)
Chilling ending! Lovely shot.
ReplyDeletewow look at this, you redesigned your blog! Very nice!
ReplyDeleteHow sad. He did try!
ReplyDeleteMaybe he didn't know but in the end, he was romantic. Super story. Love the flower.
ReplyDeleteYes, gorgeous flower! I assume it blooms every year?
ReplyDeleteRayna - What a wonderful story of a gift that serves as a permanent reminder. I love it!
ReplyDeleteThe gift that keeps on giving, eh?
ReplyDeleteLovely photo to go with the touching drabble. My hubby gave me an unromantic orange tree - the bugs love it, and nibble the leaves voraciously. I am yet to enjoy either blossom or fruit.
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I never got any flowers...hmmm...
ReplyDeleteA true love story for sure!!!
ReplyDeleteHugs
SueAnn
Lovely, and poignant!
ReplyDeleteWhat a nice story. Our Plumerias will be blooming soon, and I'll think of this.
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