PHOTO PROMPT © Sandra Crook
“But Dad, it’s still light, I can’t get to sleep,” Adam whined.
“Count sheep.” Came the reply.
“What’ll that do?”
“You’ll see.” After his father left the bedroom, Adam climbed onto the windowsill.
“One…two…that’s at least ten. It’s fun but, how’s it gonna help me sleep? Oh, a black one…They like mum’s flowers.”
Later his father stealthily opened the door and was surprised. “What are you doing there?”
“Counting sheep like you said.”
“I meant in your head.”
“But why, when they’re in the garden?”
“What?” His father rushed to survey the horticultural carnage. “Oh my God, she’ll go ballistic!”
Written for Friday Fictioneers – a 100 words story based on a photo prompt. Hosted by Rochelle. Read the other entries here.
Ha… very amusing… except for the flowers…
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Thanks Bjorn
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Oops 🙂 Very funny!
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Thanks just a little bit of whimsey. The first time my father told me to count sheep I didn’t have a clue what he was on about 😊
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Thanks. Glad it hit the mark
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Most amusing – kids take things so literally don’t they (but why not if they are right outside the window)!
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Glad you enjoyed it 😊
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I’d go ballistic too – It’s bad enough with slugs and snails! Lovely tale 🙂
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I would go ballistic if sheep got into my garden too.🙂
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Well as much as I appreciate a nice flower I love the little fluffy creatures 😊
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Cute story, Mike. Knowing how hard my mother worked with her flowers, I can imagine how the mother will react. Funny story and good writing. 😀 — Suzanne
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Thanks Suzanne. When my father first told me to count sheep I didn’t have a clue what he was on about.
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Dear Michael,
Oops. Cute story of how literally children take things.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Thanks Rochelle. I enjoy the amusing conflicts that arise occasionally when adult and child life collide
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Hahaha, too funny. Always be precise when talking to kids. 😀 Great story.
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Thanks
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