Today, I decided to be different. A man has decided to act like a child looking at his mother for love and validation so I have to compromise a little for him.
Mr. A, although we rarely see for some weeks now has been the same the few times we saw each other. Exaggerated attitude and smile!
You need to see how shocked he was today! 😁 We were having a neighborhood chat at the garden centered between buildings.
As he approached us where we are, greetings flew from left, right and centre but I saw as he scanned the crowd. I knew he was looking for me, so before he found me I said "Good Afternoon, Mr. A".
He had his eye fixed on me and smiled. I think he's happy now, he got the validation he wanted.
Somehow! Good for him.
The season for walking is coming to an end. Chilly, damp, unwelcoming outside.
I bundled up for what might be my last jaunt. Ms. C. was hurrying in from the store. I held the door and spoke as usual. She mentioned Mr. B. had had an operation and was slowly recuperating. She had stopped in to keep him company.
Hmmm. Maybe that is why I hadn't noticed him out recently. Or is it? Now that I think back, I haven't been looking for him like I used to. Ever since I felt I understood him, his presence, or lack of tecognition seems to have become unnoticeable. Interesting..
The winter months are long and I develope cabin fever rather quickly. Mr. B. is confined.
Maybe one day soon I will stroll down the hall and knock on Mr. B.'s door. I am sure he has lots of people to keep him company. I understand from Mama D in Apt E, Mr B. Is quite liked. I will stop in to assure he knows I always do the neighborly thing.
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What will be the best way to get this master piece posted as a finished composition? When it is finished! Let me know when you want to wrap it up. Hoping to have a complete story. I tend to get carried away. Lol
Whatever season it was outside, I can't tell. I have lost track of time.
I just had a successful surgery and I'm back home recuperating. Did I forget to mention how wonderful and amazing the people in my neighborhood are.
Ooh! They come in and out, with wishes of quick recovery. It's overwhelming the love I'm getting from everyone.
Ms. C told me about Mr. A asking about me. I laughed so hard. She wouldn't understand why. I haven't seen Mr. A in awhile, infact I only saw him once, after I decided to compromise.
I guess I was right afterall, he just wants attention from me like everyone else is giving. He got it, good for him.
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In all honesty, I don't how or where this is leading to. 😁 I'm just enjoying myself writing and following the story line. I see it as two men reporting to a counselor/someone to help them settle an issue.
Are you on discord?? Let's chat there.
I'm @lightoj#7019 on discord.
Not on discord. I also wanted to mention the Jodi Picoult quote. Have read two of her books. Different, I will try another. Not familiar with her quotes.
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It is thawing once again, finally. I am ready to get out but the drizzle and wind is hanging in there today. Stuck inside looking out. The whole buildimg is quiet.
Soon I hear cheerful voices drifting through my door. I can tell they stopped at Mr. B's door.
Mr. B. has been well, fully up and about after surgery. These people are visiting for fun.
Bored or curious or both I boldly decided to knock and invite myself. I'm Mr. A. and I am sure all would enjoy if I joined.
And we all did enjoy. I forgot I was at Mr. B.'s. Very nice afternoon.
Seems Mr. B. and I don't need to know much more than we basically like each other.
Now I can't recall why we took such a long time to find this out.
There's absolutely no problem at all, if after failing or falling short you want to try again. I believe with respect and genuine feelings we can create an atmosphere of peace devoid of any doubts.
I'm full back in shape now. But for the fun of it, I stayed in bed to surprise my neighbours who visits. So when I noticed we have a large crowd in my apartment, I stood and walked majestically.
The joy and happiness on these people's faces, I'll never forget. The excitement, the screaming, the whistling and jumping that follows was just as expected, even more. I feel grateful for these people, they are wonderful and amazing.
Look who's here Mr. A. I welcomed him and ensured he doesn't feel out of place, we all had an amazing afternoon. Everyone was happy!
I guess, he trashed out his ego.
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Think this is a good moment to end it? I don't know. Maybe there's no ending afterall.
How eloquent....trashed out his ego! I love it.
I think we're good. I think Mr.A. and Mr. B. are right whete they ned to be. Going further would be overkill maybe.
I was totally enjoying this @lightoj. My first spontaneous story and certainly a first co-written with someone I do not know. Only on Steemit. Amazing. Thank you so much for this fun experience.
Will keep following for sure.
It's an amazing experience for me as well. I mean we did paint a picture so beautiful and colourful.
Mr. A and Mr. B I think has found a common ground, no need to damage their identity. They are good.
Thank you @nananini.
Thank you!