It was a beautifully crafted dome providing light and color to the dining area. The little blond child in a red jacket couldn’t stop looking. As he gazed upward, though, his face became less animated. His big blue eyes became fearful
He tugged on Mommy’s sleeve. “Mommy, we need to go!” He wasn’t usually a demanding child, so his mother paid attention.
“Are you sick? What’s the matter?”
“I’m scared! Those branches are reaching to get me!”
They got out just in time.
Just Writing! 
They’ve avoided a tale of horror. Well written.
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Close call!
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It is a little sinister, that skylight, isn’t it?
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I thought so 🙂
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Great take on the prompt, Linda.
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We should listen to kids more often!
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Great take on the prompt. I really liked the way you wrote the little boy’s mounting panic.
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Just in time… Hmm. i guess when he speaks, listen.
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You have to Know your kid. Apparently, this one was not an alarmist!
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Lucky that he had these premonitions.
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Perceptive child!
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Saved by a child’s instinct, well done.
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Truth as seen though a child’s eyes. Nicely done.
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a child’s intuition can be a life saver indeed.
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Fascinating take on the prompt. Putting the focus on the little boy is a good idea.
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From the humdrum of reality into horror. I like the understated last line – just perfect.
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I wonder what Z&Z would have made of this. Doesn’t surprise me a child saw the horror first.
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So often in life, kids see things we don’t. Nice one Linda.
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Dear Linda,
Perceptive mother who knows her child. Good one.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Oooo nicely creepy this one!
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Ominous tale. I’m relieved that the mother listened to her child. Children can sense things.
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At this restaurant, people don’t just get served, they are served. Fun take.
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Oh wow, that is brilliant camouflaging for a predator. Thank goodness the kid was paying attention. He saved his and his mother’s life! Good thriller, Linda.
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