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Keith's Ramblings

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for Rochelle’s Friday Fictioneers photo prompt.

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From a very young age, Albert loved fireworks. He’d use any excuse to set some off! He even founded the town’s bonfire society, and every November the fifth, folk come from near and far to enjoy its amazing event.

Each year on his birthday, his family lays on a spectacular display at the bottom of his garden. This year it was an extra special birthday, and his son Tom had a firework made specifically to mark the occasion.

He lit the touchpaper and it shot into the air, then exploded into a riot of colour sending Albert’s ashes flying in every direction!

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43 thoughts on “100 words”

  4. Dale's avatar Dale Jul 9, 2025 / 18:58

    Now THAT is the best way to send off a lover of fireworks!

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  9. James Pyles's avatar James Pyles Jul 10, 2025 / 00:23

    I suppose that’s one way to give him a send off but I’d hate to think of where some of his ashes ended up.

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  12. Will's avatar Will Jul 10, 2025 / 03:09

    Beautiful ending, Keith. Was not expecting it.

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  13. Nandini Deka's avatar Nandini Deka Jul 10, 2025 / 08:14

    nice send off…but i’m also wondering if its a good idea for the ashes to be scattered this way in the air….

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    • Keith's Ramblings's avatar Keith's Ramblings Jul 11, 2025 / 13:49

      Thanks Nandini. It’s actually quite a common practice here, wise or not!

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  14. ben Alexander's avatar ben Alexander Jul 10, 2025 / 08:19

    Keith, this little story manages to be cheeky and touching all at once. I love how it celebrates Albert’s spirit—literally and figuratively—with one final burst of joy!

    Much love,

    David

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  17. rochellewisoff's avatar rochellewisoff Jul 11, 2025 / 18:44

    Dear Keith,

    I’m sure Albert would appreciate his spectacular send off.

    Shalom,

    Rochelle

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  18. Dahlia's avatar Dahlia Jul 13, 2025 / 04:45

    A perfect send off for Albert. Pity he didnt get to see it, or perhaps he did!

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  19. Christine Goodnough's avatar Christine Goodnough Jul 13, 2025 / 22:28

    Perhaps fitting, but I’m glad I don’t live nearby. Somehow. the thought of bits of Albert drifting down on me as I’m taking a walk…

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