19th post #microstory

Do you like that canvas or prefer my portrait? - the painter asked.

I choose the portrait, but I want to know what happened with your hand - the child replied.

All right, I'll tell you the truth: My left hand missed its ring finger after she denied my marriage proposal, but I had to try it one more time. Now, as you can see, I have got neither an ear nor a finger.

I choose the portrait...

jaf