
For the visually challenged writer, the photo is of a group of large bronze statues of laughing men. A young boy and girl are walking among the statues.
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When the taxi driver suddenly turned in the wrong direction, I asked him what he was doing. He turned around, had a naughty grin on his face, and told me that he is taking a detour and wants to show me the latest attraction in the city.
I strongly objected to this as the meter was running and I had no desire to waste time and money on a trip I didn’t ask for. He said that he was not going to charge me extra for the trip but seeing as I was working for an art dealer, (which I had already told him ) he wanted me to look at the latest project his daughter had completed. He thought that perhaps I might be impressed by her work and maybe that way she can get more work.
We reached the destination. It was a park where there were many large bronze statues of men, laughing, in different poses. Kids and families were roaming in the park and were fascinated by these gigantic display of hilarity.
Hmmm…. I looked at these laughing men and could see the talent of the designer. I praised the work and took a few pictures of the display. I told him that I couldn’t promise anything but I’ll talk to one or two people and put in a good word for his daughter. I could see that I had made him happy, so much so that he didn’t charge me for the trip at all.
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Written for FFFC # 171, hosted by Fandango
Also included, FSS # 48, hosted by Fandango
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A happy ending for both of them I would say. 🙂 Good job!
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Thanks Joy.
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A heartwarming story. Parents do go that extra mile for their kids.
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Thanks a lot Suzette
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Aww, what a wonderful tale of a supportive parent. I keep wondering where the statues in that image come from, though. Do you know?
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I think they are in Canada. At least that’s what Jim Adams wrote and he is pretty thorough in his research
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Yes, this sculpture display is in Vancouver British Columbia Canada, in the West end in Morton Park.
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👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
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Wow, that’s really cool.
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Exchanging favors with other people can be mutually beneficial for both parties.
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You’re right Jim. But people have to be inclined to be cooperative.
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A fortuitous taxi ride.
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Exactly!
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Give and take can be a wonderful part of life.
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Very true Patricia! Thanks
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Great tale Sadje, love the outcome
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Thank you so much Deb.
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A lovely story, Sadje.
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Thanks Jeff.
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Most welcome, Sadje. It’s always my pleasure.
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Beautiful and heart-warming story, Sadje! 🤩👏🏼
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Thank you so much Deeksha
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A beautiful story with a happy ending.
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Thanks Eugenia
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You’re welcome, Sadje!
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🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼
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👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
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But did his daughter ever get recognized from the exchange, did the art dealer ever return… that is the question.
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I leave to the imagination of my reader.
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