Happy memories

Questa storia è stata scritta per il COWT 10, settimana 5, missione 2, Arizona (foto Grand Canyon)

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rating: SFW


 

 

 

It was a classic.

 

It was an adventure.

 

He was probably a bit too old to be this eager to spend time with his parents – being 14 already – but he had looked forward the travel. It was their first time visiting the Grand Canyon in Arizona.

 

They had camped along the road, he had taken turns with his mom to ride on the passenger seat beside his father.

 

The black jeep wasn't the best choice there in the south, but thankfully the air conditioner worked more than fine.

 

His Dad was saying...

“...I know, a plane would have been quicker, but we wouldn't enjoy the travel...”

 

“It was because you're scared of planes Dad, I know...”

 

“I never said that!”

 

“When have we ever took a plane to anywhere?”

 

“That's because...”

 

Will laughed like the little shit he was.

 

“You sure love making fun of your old man, uh? And I thought I could let you drive just a little, if we found the right place, I guess you're still too young for that...”

 

Will stopped laughing immediately.

 

“DAD! I'll be good, I swear!”

 

“Pft... I don't know...”

 

 

 

“...Nope, the light isn't right... stay where you are, I'll get a bit closer...”

 

Will sighed. It was too hot and hugging his dad for 5 minutes didn't help.

“Mom, I'll make a selfie with my phone, why bother with that old thing?”

“I want both, okay?”

 

“But you won't be in the photo! Come on...!”

 

 

“I just want to take a cute picture of my boys, alright? Stop being so annoying, Will”

 

His dad shook his head. Those kind of arguments were common.

 

“Will, you know she loves polaroids, you have to choose your battles wisely... this isn't one you can win so.. come on, just come here!”

 

His dad put a hand on his shoulder.

His mom was a few steps behind, her face half hidden by her old polaroid camera.

 

“Guys, say cheese!”

 

“Just this one time, dad...”

Will hugged his father, their chocolate brown hair shining lighter in the sun.

 

A warm embrace, two smiles, and the void behind.