The Troll

[rayaso]

Idol Minor+, Prompt 3
Topic: Intaglio

THE TROLL

There always comes a time to put away our childish things.  Most of us do it on our own, when we’re ready.  But for some, that time comes too soon and others do it for us.  For Billy, that time was now.

Billy’s father had taken him out to Susie’s Diner for breakfast, which was a special treat.  While

Comments

[murielle]

You made me cry! I love this so much I have no words.

I had a troll with long green hair when I was a kid (much older than Billy) and my teacher stole him and gave it to his girlfriend. Their marriage didn't last. Trolls don't like to be stolen from their children. (It's my story!)

I love that Troll got to be friends with Billy forever!

(Sorry I didn't comment when it counted. I was still too grief-y. I should have sat that one out.)

I love Billy stories! <3

[rayaso]

Thank you so much! I understand about the delay. Grief is so hard to manage. It actually means more to me that you took the time now to comment on it. I hope you are better.

[murielle]

I saw your name and wanted to read your story from the beginning. It had been so long since I'd had that privilege. So, so glad you shared your gift with us again. :-)
I'm coming along. It takes time, one day at a time. Thank you.

[rayaso]

You flatter me, as always. I will be thinking of you. It takes so much time to get over something like that.