Safe to Be

This week at Friday Fictioneers, Rochelle has chosen the above image by Na’ama Yehuda as our visual prompt. 100 words.

“Mommy, who’s that big lady over there?” The little girl pointed a chubby finger across the water.

“That’s the Statue of Liberty, Rachel,” her mother explained. “She represents the freedom and safety to be who we are.”

“No more hiding from the bad men?”

“That’s right, honey. No more hiding.” Mother’s smile was one of relief. “We’re almost home…America.”

“But what about Daddy, Zayde and Bubbe?” Rachel asked. “Will they be safe, too?”

“I pray they will be.” Mother’s eyes filled with tears and she bent to hug her daughter close. “I pray to G-d they got out in time.”

24 responses to “Safe to Be”

  1. I hope their loved ones are safe.

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    1. Me too. I’m glad I only had 100 words to work with.

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  2. An emotional story. I hope they all meet up and live well.

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    1. Thank you, Mason!

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  3. i just hope the rest of the family make it.

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    1. I like to think they do. Thank you, Plaridel!

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  4. I hope the others are safe too and will join them. Great story.

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    1. Many thanks, notes!

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  5. I can’t even imagine what that feels like, praying, waiting, wondering, worrying. An excellent take.

    My contribution!

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    1. Thank you, Keith. I cannot imagine either, not completely, but it is something I think about nearly every day.

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  6. Dear Susan,

    I see we chose similar immigrants. Although you don’t give us the time frame, I have a pretty good idea of from whence and when. Well done.

    Shalom,

    Rochelle

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    1. Thank you, Rochelle. This immediately comes to mind with the Statue of Liberty.

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  7. I hear the depth in this one…. too many times to count, have I heard similar words from those who were able to escape from where they were… they were relieved to be out, but feared for loved ones still trapped. Great Story this week. Have a safe one!

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    1. Thank you, Bear. Much appreciated!

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  8. A poignant story. I hope the other family members are okay.

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    1. Thank you, Penny!

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  9. A taste of freedom, but I hope they will all make it safely

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    1. Oh, me too! Thank you Michael.

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  10. I hope it works out. Despite its promise, America isn’t always kind to refugees.

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  11. A moving story. For immigrants it must have heart breaking, not knowing what has happened to your loved ones.

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    1. It must have been. And then searching the faces on the street in hopes you’ll find a relative. Geez!

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  12. It’s a shame the world isn’t a nicer place, people shouldn’t have to flee.

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  13. Very sad and movoing story, told by far too many. Let’s hope that their loved ones are safe, too, and that they aren’t rejected.

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