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The Curmudgeon and the Tooth-Ache

February 26, 2024 4 Comments

By E. Rhyme

He spent two weeks eating mashed food, flinging expletives, and popping Advil.

He prayed profusely, wishing for a miracle to avoid the daunting task of a dentist’s visit.

Finally relenting, he found himself under the yellow glare of the dental lamp with his mouth dry, as a probe explored the source of his stabbing pain.

The dentist straightened up and declared the imminent fall: four molars to be brought down.

When his grandchildren heard of this, they squealed at the tooth fairy’s luck and rolled with giggles. After a few moments of disbelief, his frown eased, and laughter rattled through him.

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  1. A.Baj says

    February 27, 2024 at 11:48 pm

    “Captivating blend of humor and warmth! Loved it!”

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    • E. Rhyme says

      February 28, 2024 at 12:21 am

      Thank you 🙂

      Reply
  2. Mike McCarty says

    February 28, 2024 at 9:03 am

    Succinct description sets the scene of one in pain, and sets up the respite ending. Nice!

    Reply
    • E Rhyme says

      February 29, 2024 at 5:09 am

      Thank you for reading and commenting 🙂

      Reply

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