Hello, Fellow Fictioneers! I just returned from overseas, so I have been in absentia and have missed a lot of your smiling faces.
Jean Hays sent Rochelle this really cool picture for a prompt. Thanks, Jean!
The restaurant mentioned in this story actually exists, by the way, and is one of my favorites — the Gas Light Grill in Leawood, Kansas. Elegant food, a classic jazz ensemble and a dance floor. Love it!
I’m a fan of vintage stuff, although this story really has nothing to do with cars. It’s actually about a guy going out with a younger woman.
You see, Tom and Janine are on their third date and she has chosen this restaurant.
So … let’s listen in —
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“I’m kind of out of practice.” He poured her some wine.
Beautiful Janine smiled with reassurance. “You pour just fine.”
“I was kind of surprised you picked this place. I thought you’d want something …”
“Younger? Look, Tom, I’m a 30 year-old ‘old soul’ and you’re a ’vintage’ 52. Aged to perfection. You’ve led an interesting, accomplished life.” She put her hand in his. “You are truly special. Dance with me?”
On the dance floor, she smiled as Tom held her in his arms and sang in her ear, “It poured sweet and clear, it was a very good year …”
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Feel what Tom felt, too. Enjoy!
Welcome back! And yes, it has been a very good year. 🙂
Thank-you VERY much! 😉
Welcome back! I’ve been looking for you. Lovely story put to a wonderful wonderful song.
Thanks, Alicia! Glad you liked it. 🙂
I’ve been wondering where you were. Hope it was fun, like your story.
Thanks, Dawn. I enjoyed writing it.
Geez, I didn’t expect you to be so mushy, Kent. You’re sounding more like Perry every day. (Take that as a compliment. He’s a fine writer and humorist.) So, you’re a vintage man who likes vintage stuff, right? But 35 year old girls don’t look too bad either, do they?
Hahahaha! No, they don’t look too bad, either.
In the car world, it’s a classic after 25 years. I guess she’s “vintage” also.
Wonderful imagery, Kent. I envisioned a restaurant that would be perfect for the scene, in Flint, MI. Welcome back, and shalom! Hope you enjoyed your trip to the holy land?
Thanks! I loved it. How was Fiji?
That restaurant I have been wanting to go to for awhile with just the right girl. It’s also expensive, but well-worth it.
Fiji was Fabulous (I’ve got to posts up about it) and which restaurant did you go to?? Dying to know. So glad you had a great time!
That’s a wonderful story!!! Jusr make the guy 64 and you’ve really got something! Never leave us again…. yes, beautiful Janine …
Well, I thought 64 would have been a little over the top, but it does have some merit.
I figured this would be a story you’d like, Perry. Maybe you could write a comedy version. Why not? 😀
WOW! I can picture the Gas Light Grill … and you on the dance floor. I like that place.
Yeah, WDAF had a fundraiser there (Band Of Angels — repairing and giving away used musical instruments to kids who can’t afford them) and Dick Hawk helped us out with it. My dad used to work for him, so it was kind of old home week when we went. I just GOTTA go there again … and take a lady friend. 😉
Dear Kent,
A Very Good Year is a very good story. Reminds us that if two minds meet and sparks fly, age matters little.
Welcome back to this side of the world and thanks for Frank.
Aloha,
Doug
Thanks, Mister Doug. Mucho apreciado.
You can’t miss with the Chairman of the Board, you know? 😉
Dear Kent,
Welcome back from the corner tabernacle.
Your story poured sweet, it was a very good tale.
Shalom,
Cuzzin Shellie
Haha! Thanks. I had a lot I wanted to say, so, yeah. This was a challenge. I’m going to probably expand it. One hundred words was just too little.
You definitely should.
You got it! I’m curious to see how this would pan out.
Murphy’s Romance. One of the best movies ever. But when you say “James Garner” you’ve said it all. Aaaah….
Ahhh. ROCK-ford. 😀
Welcome back, you old smoothie you! Nice one.
And good to see YOU, Sandra! (MUA!) I hope France was fun.
It seems our FF Bunch likes traveling a lot in Europe. Dropping in on a neighbor for you folks, a herculean effort for us Americans. But, that’s the fun of adventure, right? 😉
Dear Kent, Love your story and the Gas Light Grill! Great food and all that Jazz! Great place to eat and meet! Nan 🙂
I’m looking forward to going there again.
What a wonderful story.. no golddigging here, Just plain ol’ love.. very nice.
Thanks, Bjorn! I think it’s time to see something positive for once in the world.
What a nice couple they are, and what a romantic start to their relationship. They deserve to live happily ever after.
Thanks, Margaret! And thanks for stopping by to read. 🙂
Welcome back and nicely done on the story.
Thanks, Y.C. It was a challenge to do, though. I think it needs more words (or more cowbell, I don’t know …)
Tom is like fine wine! A nice bouquet.
Lily
Wonderfully put, Lily! I like that. Thanks.
And thanks for stopping by and reading, too! 🙂
So there is hope for us old souls. Nice story, glad you are back.