Cousins

Adi inhaled deeply from the mug of chamomile tea cradled in her hands. Its scent combined with the sigh of snowfall, was the perfect end to dinner.

“Penny for your thoughts, cuz?” Nina said.

“I haven’t had lomo saltado that good in ages.” Adi said, grinning.

“Stick around,” Nina replied, reclining on the couch they had used as a fort a decade ago. “There’s more where that came from.”

“Thank you, for dinner, for letting me stay so I don’t have to drive in this… and for having my back.”


“Someone had to teach that man a lesson. De nada.”

January Snowfall Nighttime, photo by Sarah Potter


Song Choice: Stand By Me performed by Prince Royce 

This bit of flash fiction was inspired by the photo prompt given for Friday Fictioners hosted by Rochelle Wisoff-Fields and is also linked to A Dash of Sunny's Prompt Nights: Come Chase Oh Fleeting Thoughts of the Moment.
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60 comments:

  1. DaleFebruary 22, 2017 at 5:21 PM

    Thank goodness for family!

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  2. Magaly GuerreroFebruary 22, 2017 at 5:23 PM

    Nothing soothes the soul, in cold days, like a fantastic meal and a heart willing to wrap us with understanding. I do hope the lesson was a lasting one. If not, I'm sure dear cuz will be there with more lomo saltado and a good kicking (for anyone deserving).

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    1. RommyMarch 1, 2017 at 5:49 PM

      There's nothing like a good lomo saltado after a proper behind kicking.

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  3. Laura MorriganFebruary 22, 2017 at 5:26 PM

    Oooh, those last words!

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  4. Melancholy and MenaceFebruary 22, 2017 at 8:37 PM

    Good food, good company and comforting memories. What more could anyone ask for? ☺

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  5. AnonymousFebruary 22, 2017 at 8:40 PM

    Just a few words which carry so much more

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    1. RommyMarch 1, 2017 at 5:50 PM

      The hundred word challenge was hard! But I'm glad I did it :)

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  6. dralimanFebruary 23, 2017 at 3:11 AM

    Sounds like a wonderful evening, with an interesting back story hinted at in the last sentence.
    I Googled "lomo saltado" - looks delicious!

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    1. RommyMarch 1, 2017 at 5:50 PM

      It's one of my favorites. My mom makes it really well.

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  7. Rochelle Wisoff-FieldsFebruary 23, 2017 at 5:45 AM

    Dear Rommy,

    There's a lot of story between the lines...in that last line in particular. Warm and well written. Welcome to Friday Fictioneers, I look forward to reading more from you.

    Shalom,

    Rochelle

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    1. RommyMarch 1, 2017 at 5:51 PM

      Thanks Rochelle! Glad to be be writing with this group.

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  8. NEEL ANIL PANICKERFebruary 23, 2017 at 8:24 AM

    Apt last lines.

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    1. RommyMarch 1, 2017 at 5:51 PM

      It does add a bit of chill after the warmth.

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  9. Gah LearnerFebruary 23, 2017 at 9:45 AM

    Almost a comfortable, lovely evening if it wasn't for that last line.

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  10. Lynn LoveFebruary 23, 2017 at 11:03 AM

    A lovely tale of friendship and food! Gorgeous :)

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  11. Magic Love CrowFebruary 23, 2017 at 9:05 PM

    I love your photo! And, I loved that last line! Big Hugs!

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    1. RommyMarch 1, 2017 at 5:58 PM

      The photo isn't mine. It's courtesy of Friday Fictioneers. But it was fun to create a story to go with it.

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  12. Sanaa RizviFebruary 24, 2017 at 7:22 AM

    Whistles!!❤️💘 This is absolutely deliciously penned, Rommy! There is nothing like a good meal and company to keep you warm and comforted on a snowy day 😀 sigh.. I would love to experience me some snow one day. Thank you so much for participating at Prompt Nights and for your constant love and support💘❤️


    Lots of love,
    Sanaa

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  13. Christine GFebruary 24, 2017 at 7:41 AM

    I guess Blogspot doesn't give Like options, but this is a nice little tale of family/friendship. People we all wish we had standing by us. The ending cracks open another story I'd like to read.

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  14. GinaFebruary 24, 2017 at 8:30 AM

    A beautiful moment between 2 who really care for each other :D XXX

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  15. RussellFebruary 24, 2017 at 10:52 AM

    Nicely written. As Rochelle mentioned, there is much between the lines. Welcome to FFF.

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    1. RommyMarch 1, 2017 at 6:03 PM

      Thanks Russell. I'm glad you could stop by. I've been giggling over the story with the polar bear since I've read it. I think I need to pick up your book.

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  16. Debi SwimFebruary 24, 2017 at 12:33 PM

    Those "having your back" friends are rare... glad you are one and have one.

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    1. RommyMarch 1, 2017 at 6:04 PM

      Yes, and if they can cook, for goodness sake, never let them go! :D

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  17. liz youngFebruary 24, 2017 at 12:38 PM

    The sigh of snowfall - love it! There is a special bond between cousins, and this illustrates it perfectly.

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  18. Alice AudreyFebruary 24, 2017 at 1:51 PM

    Now I really want to know what lesson he was taught. Simply that she COULD leave?

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  19. Mandibelle16February 24, 2017 at 3:44 PM

    Sounds like a lovely friendship. I wonder if the guy got killed or just taught a good lesson.

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  20. brudbergFebruary 24, 2017 at 4:24 PM

    Great to see you here also Rommy. A very comforting dialogue hinting of something less good outside. I think that doors are great for closing sometimes.

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    1. RommyMarch 1, 2017 at 6:15 PM

      The world is definitely colder outside the room the two women share. Thank goodness they have each other.

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  21. plaridelFebruary 24, 2017 at 5:39 PM

    i think there are more things left unsaid. waiting for the sequel.

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  22. Old EggFebruary 24, 2017 at 6:08 PM

    I loved the implication that the snowfall would cover any evidence of them 'teaching that man a lesson'. I'm thinking he won't be pleased when he finds out.

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  23. Gillena CoxFebruary 25, 2017 at 6:26 AM

    Lovely

    much love...

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  24. ElleceeFebruary 25, 2017 at 6:55 AM

    A telling conversation between longtime friends. The perfect setting, sharing warm drinks and good food. One of the bright spots in life, even if there is darkness behind the scenes. I enjoyed your conversation,,,

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    1. RommyMarch 1, 2017 at 6:20 PM

      Having people who will stand beside you is one of the best bright spots life can offer.

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  25. Sumana RoyFebruary 25, 2017 at 8:14 AM

    love this bit of warmth in an unfriendly world around...

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  26. JollyFebruary 25, 2017 at 7:30 PM

    I wish I had a cuz like that. Warm and cozy in spite of the underlying sadness.

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  27. SubrotoFebruary 25, 2017 at 10:23 PM

    Thats what families do, they look out for each other. Nice one.

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    1. RommyMarch 1, 2017 at 6:28 PM

      It's nice to see family members who are so close.

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  28. SreejaFebruary 27, 2017 at 3:06 AM

    lovely...!!

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  29. Snow's Fissures and FracturesFebruary 28, 2017 at 4:09 PM

    We all need that one person we can always turn to. That was very sweet.

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    1. RommyMarch 1, 2017 at 6:29 PM

      It's a magical thing to have a person like that in your life.

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  30. AnonymousMarch 2, 2017 at 9:48 AM

    Welcome to Friday Fictioneers, Rommy. And my apologies for only just replying to your comment on my blog, which went into "Spam". I like the way you write and the way you portray the relaxed and easy relationship between two friends, who sound as if they're always there for each other, especially when it comes to dealing with a recalcitrant male... (not that all males are recalcitrant, of course!)

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    1. RommyMarch 4, 2017 at 9:57 PM

      No worries! Thank you for making the time to stop by and comment. :)

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