“My garden is in shambles, after my husband retired.” She had tears in her eyes.
“But why? Don’t you find time to tend it?”
“I do. But his main task in office was to thwart others’ ambitions and push his way forward. Now, it’s only me and the plants.”
“He won’t have any place to move forward. But time for you to flee…”
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Weekend Writing Prompt #221 – Thwart
Reena Saxena 
Oh, that is not how things are supposed to be. Well told story, Reena.
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Thank you, Bill!
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You’re welcome, Reena.
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How sad!
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Yes. Thanks, Vignesh!
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Doesn’t sound like a happy retirement for either of them.
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Certainly not 😂 Thank you, Patricia!
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Lol – Do not steal a man his office. He will do his work, also at home. 😉 Thanks, Reena! Have a beautiful weekend1!xx Michael
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Wishing you the same 👍
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👍 Thank you, Reena! 🙂
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