He was always the same.
“Don’t touch, it’s hot” they’d say, then he’d complain about burning himself. After being warned not to walk on thin ice, he’d moan about being cold as he clambered from the pond. I once advised him against betting on a horse, though that time he had the last laugh when it won!
“I want ‘I’m a Survivor’ played at my funeral’ he once joked!
So it was no surprise when faced with a daubed message prohibiting trespassers he ignored it. We’d begged him not to.
Yesterday was the first time I’d heard that song at a funeral.
Thanks to Rochelle for hosting and to Randy Mazie for the photo.
Prod the frog (gently) to join in the fun.
I’ve read the quote: “Learn from the mistakes of others. You won’t live long enough to make all of them yourself.” So I will note on my list, Stay out of places where the sign says, “No Trespassing.” 😉
That’s very wise of you Christine!
He’s bold. Intrepid. But lacking in common sense.
Indeed he is – err, was!
Good story! There are people like that. 😛
Very true. Thanks Sadje
You’re welcome Keith.
I am slowly understanding how this works, and it sounds great fun 🤭
It certainly is Carole!
So sad, he needed to learn better and i guess he couldn’t.
That’s the way some folks are!
If any a time to use the expression “he was begging for it” the time is now.
Absolutely! Thanks.
You are welcome, Keith.
There are those who must experience things for themselves… no matter the cost!
Great job on Monsieur Frogue!
Monsieur Frog didn’t think so! Thanks Dale
Ah la la!!
At least he lived life (short though it might have been) on his own terms.
That about sums it up! Cheers
He lived hard and died hard. Nice one!
He certainly did! Thanks
Hi Keith – a short story with a fistful of words for a man with little sense – ah well he got what he wanted! Cheers Hilary
i suppose he did! Thanks Hilary
Some people believe they are indestructible!
More fools them! Cheers Clare
Pushing the boundaries… for a while at least. Nicely done.
Thanks so much Sandra.
I like the spirit of the man — maybe activities were misguided.
Just a bit! Thanks Reena
A good story with a touch of dark humor, Keith. Well written. It’s amazing how people take dangerous chances with the only life they have. —– Suzanne
A lot do, but I’m not one of them! Thanks Suzanne
Skilfully written, Keith. I love the last line!
So kind of you Penny, thanks.
Some people just have to act as a cautionary tale for the rest of us.
They provide a valuable service! Thanks Alice.
I know someone JUST like that (though we’re not at the funeral song … yet …).
Get well wishes to poor Mr. Froggy. …
Some people get a kick out of taking unnecessary risks, including Mr Froggy – not me though! I’ll pass on your get well message.
Yep! Some people seek thrills. I find life dramatic enough, thank you very much, without adding to it …
Best regards to Froggy.
Me too!
if anything, he lived his life the way he wanted to.
Each to their own! Cheers plaridel.
On one hand, if one’s too timid, one misses out on life. On the other, if one’s too bold, life could be much shorter than it may be otherwise. Well told.
That first example is me. “Careful, it’s hot.” “Ow!” “I told you it was hot.” “I know but… Ow!”
I totally agree with you. As for your experience – be careful, you might get hurt!
Looks like he pushed it too far and got his wish.
Somewhat sooner than he hoped though!!
he never quite knew when to quite pushing his luck
Very true. Cheers Larry
Took a chance, and did it his way. I wonder if his spirit will be trespassing somewhere else.
Very probably James!
As they say, it takes all sorts, now if that sign had said Come In,:)
…he’d have stayed out! Cheers Michael
Keith, your character is evidence for the survival of the more cautious. Know a few too many people like this, who are fortunately still around at this point.
Best wishes,
Rowena
There has to be a balancing point between cautious (boring) and daring (exciting). Not sure I’ve found it yet though! Thanks, Rowena.
Dear Keith,
There are some people who don’t listen to anyone. Loved the story and the poor frog. 😀
Shalom,
Rochelle
Aren’t there just? Mister Frog was one of them this week! Thanks so much for taking time out to drop by Rochelle.
There’s no shortage of stupid in the world.
So true Denise!
The song lied!
That’s true! Thanks Liz.
Sounds like he lived life…
To the full! Cheers
Did have secretly have a death wish? Doesn’t seem like much of a survivor to me!
I’d call him a wishful thinker!
He certainly lived … before dying. Nicely done!
It certainly wasn’t a dull life! Thanks so much.
Humorous but with heart and a touch of sadness at the end. Well told
Thanks so much Laurie.