Flash Fiction: Saving Mom and Dad, by Mark Tulin

Recently published in Friday Flash Fiction. Featured image the property of Mark Tulin.

There comes a time when big decisions need to be made. No matter how guilty you feel. To read the 100-word story, click Saving Mom and Dad.

Saving Mom and Dad, by Mark Tulin

 
The woman from Social Services was here, and I wanted to give the impression that my parents could care for themselves, but my mother was drifting about, focussing on the wrong things. And my father was in his office, busy with imaginary work to come out.

“Your parents need to be put into a home,” the lady said after her evaluation.

I agreed but knew they would never forgive me. Then I thought, Why am I trying to be responsible for my parents when my house isn’t in order? I should worry about myself.

So I reluctantly signed the papers.