Backstory Drabble 17: 'Dear Departed' (J/E etc. - G)

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This one, though it's more sweet than bitter, really does qualify for the current drabble challenge prompt, 'The Dead'. 150 words, set at Shipwreck Cove, with thanks again to hereswith for looking it over.




~ Dear Departed ~

Teague was strolling about the common room, showing off Elizabeth's son, Jamie, six months old now and displaying, amid smiles and gurgling laughter, a brand new tooth - his first.

"Application of strong rum was called for, direct on the gums. Jack and Lizzie were at wit's end with the lad's fussing. Had to step in. I'm an old hand at this sort of thing."

Over at a corner table, half in shadow, Jack shook his head sadly. "Yet another incident I'll never live down."

Elizabeth smiled, but said, wistfully, "I don't mind it. I only wish my father had had his chance."

Jack patted her hand, and gave it a light squeeze. "D'you think he would've known about the trick with the rum?"

"Maybe. But it would have been the finest cognac, rather than rum." And she lifted her tankard in a salute to the dear, very dear departed.


~.~

Comments

[florencia7.livejournal.com]

A very beautiful family scene - with the dear departed living in the memory of those who are still alive. Wonderful drabble.

[geekmama.livejournal.com]

Thank you! I love those family scenes, as you know. :)