Kintsugi

[furzicle]

Mama gazed with unabashed awe at her newborn. Such perfection! Tears of joy and appreciation streaked her face. Father broke his long habit of not showing his emotions. A heartfelt grin of pride spread across his face. This was the most wonderful day of his life

Comments

[engarian]

I love the rich characters you have created here. They ring true and make the story extremely enjoyable.

- Erulisse (one L)

[furzicle]

Your first comment reassured me that I had been successful to a degree!

[roina_arwen]

This was very enchanting. I like the way the vase came back into play.

[furzicle]

As, of course, it had to!

[viagra]

This was very sweet and very realistic; I feel like I got to know Takara really well through this whole thing, and I'm glad for his happiness, despite life's unexpected twists and turns.

[furzicle]

Since we all like happy endings (most of us anyway!), I had to take myself in hand and make his life difficult. It was actually hard for me to do even though that's exactly what the point of this story was!

[beautyofgrey]

This is a beautiful story. I love the jubilance of his parents, their great love for him, and the vase as a sign of their recognition of his growth in adulthood.

[furzicle]

Thank you for recognizing all that and for taking the time to read.

[furzicle]

I should add: "and comment." You always do have thoughtful insights to share which I appreciate.

[dsrmousey]

I adored this story. We too are vessels which break many times over our years. Hopefully we put ourselves back together stronger, and become more beautiful at heart with the gaining of wisdom. Great use of the prompt. Peace~~~Desiree

[furzicle]

So true! Sometimes we feel like we're losing the race!