RANDOM WORD DRABBLE | FICTION SHORTS
The Foundation Has Been Laid
another perspective about roots and wings
Today’s Daily Word: LAID
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Landon returned a week ago, comfortably settled back home.
That’s why he was shocked when he overheard Dad saying to Mom: “The foundation has been laid; he has the roots — now just give him the wings so he can take flight.” Landon bursted into their room — in tears and furious defiance.
“I just returned after being gone for 18 months! I thought you wanted me home!” he yelled at his parents. “Why treat me one way, but talk behind my back about roots and wings — preparing to push me out?”
Then he saw the potted fern and swallowed his embarrassment.
LESSONS:
1. Don’t assume.
2. Learn the facts and context before overreacting.
3. Actions really do speak louder than words.
