This is a bit eerie. I too just finished writing for this contest. Two stories on the power of belief, and my second one dealt with an experience I had with a thick malevolent presence. Mine did not include it moving any objects however, but perhaps it could have if I had not reacted so quickly.
Given your fathers reaction, I find myself wondering if the force that your mom witnessed that day was a recurring happening for your dad, and if he was protecting you and the others by not talking of it. Thank you for sharing, it helps my own story feel more natural reading of someone else who knows of this type of experience. Good luck in the contest, your ability to bring us into the dynamics of your family was powerful.
Morning! I will check out your entry. I too have often wondered if he was protecting me by not talking about it, he had an incredible fiery temper when he was younger. Thanks for reading, and best of luck to you in the contest as well!
Thanks for replying. I appreciate the well wishes in the contest. But after reading several of the stories such as yours, there are far more deserving contributions than mine in this contest. I feel I was rewarded enough by being able to share stories that most who know me will never hear because most are not open to these experiences. Your ability to pull us into your experience is a gift you gave to all of us who read it, and I thank you.