February 18, 2021, prompt: In 99 words (no more, no less), write a story where a character is in the right place at the right time. It may be cause for celebration! Go where the prompt leads!
Stargardts
Norma knew her sight was failing ever since she was ten. But what really worried her was, had she passed this fate on to her daughter?
The day had arrived when they would get the test results.
They’d been at the hospital two hours waiting. Finally they were called in. The doctor smiled at them both and without any preamble told them the Stargardts had been passed on.
Outside Jenny hugged Nora. “Mum you can help me through this. I have seen you cope, you have taught me so much already.” They basked in the warmth of the sun.
This is part of the Carrot Ranch Rodeo February.
Feb 19, 2021 @ 12:45:52
I love how the news did not bring them down. They are there for each other, and the mother has already modeled coping and acceptance.
Feb 19, 2021 @ 12:50:34
I have a beautiful friend in this position , I do not know the fate of her daughter , no one dose yet but my friend is a wonderful role model. Either way they will cope.💜
Feb 19, 2021 @ 13:01:39
They will. More than the eye condition got passed down. They have a positive outlook.
Feb 19, 2021 @ 13:13:27
Yes and thankful it rubs off on me and others two 💜
Feb 19, 2021 @ 13:12:38
Sad, but heartwarming, too, Sis. 💜
Feb 19, 2021 @ 13:14:21
Thank you Ritu it one from the heart .💜
Feb 19, 2021 @ 13:14:57
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Feb 19, 2021 @ 17:11:27
It is not easy when you know you have passed a genetic condition onto your children. Nice one, Willow.
Feb 19, 2021 @ 17:35:53
It’s a sad state of affairs and I hope my friend is spared this but if she is not she will meet it with her usual aplomb and good attitude 💜💜💜
Feb 21, 2021 @ 15:58:58
A sad story, Willow but I felt the hope that they will make it through. ❤
Feb 21, 2021 @ 16:42:34
Thank you Colleen, I have a beautiful friend in this position , I do not know the fate of her daughter , no one dose yet but my friend is a wonderful role model. Either way they will cope.💜
Feb 21, 2021 @ 17:56:58
How sad. I hope your friend and her daughter will be able to get through this situation together. I send them my best. I wonder how much Covid is affecting our bodies? I’ve heard stories of people having all sorts of issues after exposure (or not). It’s strange times to live in. ❤
Feb 21, 2021 @ 18:02:33
Yes these are very hard times we live in but Stargardts is totally non Covid. My friend has been loosing her sight since the age of twelve, she is now 27yrs. But I do know what you mean about the Covid effects…it will be some time yet until we really know 💜💜
Feb 21, 2021 @ 18:16:54
How interesting. I’d never heard of Stargardts. I’ll look it up. Yes… Covid effects will be around for years to come. ❤
Feb 21, 2021 @ 18:17:49
Our lad is still suffering from exhaustion, though he is back at work .
Feb 21, 2021 @ 18:19:09
Bless him. I hope he continue to improve. So many are ill. ❤
Feb 21, 2021 @ 18:25:53
Thank you Colleen it is worry. 💜
Feb 23, 2021 @ 01:32:23
I love the way that disability isn’t stigmatized in this. The mom being such a wonderful role model while living with her disability so that the daughter wasn’t afraid to be diagnosed with it was well written.
Feb 23, 2021 @ 06:31:49
Thank you Nicole, there is so much stigma about disability these days. Life can be good no matter what.
Feb 23, 2021 @ 02:11:18
While it is not easy news, best to know as soon as possible, I say. They will help each other out, for sure.
Feb 23, 2021 @ 06:29:13
Life can hand out harsh cards sometimes. In real life I hope my friend’s children escape this outcome .💜
Feb 23, 2021 @ 12:02:04
This is true. And it is part of life, the good, the bad and the ugly. And I hope your friend’s children do. 🧡
Feb 23, 2021 @ 13:31:35
She is fantastic and so are her children 💜💜💜
Feb 23, 2021 @ 13:43:38
Wonderful!
Feb 23, 2021 @ 13:46:04
It really is 💜