The previous parts of "Pixies In The Garden" are below:
Part 1 - Nora Makes A New Friend
Part 2 - Xenon's Lesson About Truth
Part 3 - Death Is A Rebirth
Part 4 - Fear And Bravery
Part 5 - Broken Hearts
Nora went to visit Miss Hansen and came back after a few hours to find Xenon relaxing on a branch. She had fun at Miss Hansen's place, because her sister's daughters were there. Nora made two new friends on that day.
- Hey, Xenon! It was a good idea visiting Miss Hansen. I met her two nieces, Sally and Amanda and we had so much fun playing with the cats.
- This is great, Nora.
- Only, you know... there's just one thing that made me feel a bit sad.
- What is it, Nora? Did those girls say anything to upset you?
- No. No, Xenon! I heard their mother talking to Miss Hansen and...
- Nora, you know eavesdropping is not a nice thing.
- I was not eavesdropping, Xenon. I just got inside to get some water and heard them talking in the kitchen.
- What was it that upset you then?
- Miss Hansen's sister was crying and saying that she wanted a divorce because her husband didn't love her any more. She said that she couldn't live with a man that hates talking to her, spends too little time around the house and does not even want to sleep on the same bed with her.
- And what about her? Does she still love him?
- I didn't stay any longer, Xenon. It felt inappropriate, so I went out to find the girls.
- You did the right thing. Some things are meant to be kept between siblings.
- Ooh... and something else, while we were playing with Betsy the cat, Sally said something that put me into thoughts.
- What did she say?
- She said she wished they could stay at her aunt's house longer, because when they are at home her mum and dad mostly argue and they don't have fun there.
- I am sorry to say that, but it sounds like this family should tear apart.
- What?! Are you out of your mind, Xenon? Families stick together for ever!
- Sometimes, Nora, families tearing apart is for their best.
- But how?
- When a man and a woman don't love each other in a romantic way any more, it becomes unhealthy to be together.
- But what if they have children?
- When they have children it is even more "imperative" for them to break up.
- What?! How can a mother and a father leave their children, Xenon? You are so cruel to say that!
- I am not cruel, Nora. I am just saying what's the healthy thing to do. When a mum and a dad split up it doesn't mean that they don't love their children. It only means that they can't be with the other parent any more, because sticking around them brings their worse self to the surface. When they are left alone and have all the vital space they need, their better self takes over again.
- Does it have to be that way always?
- Not always. There are times when a parent leaves because the other one does harmful things not only to them but the children too. There are also parents that leave because they are too selfish and were never fit to make a family. There are parents that give their family up because they feel they are freeing them from a burden, let's say of financial or social nature.
- I don't get that last part.
- It's more complicated for you, I know. In general though, when a mum and a dad don't see eye to eye, they should go on separate ways. Their children will always be their children and they will love them the same if not more. When the parents can reach a fair agreement, then their kids will be able to spend time with both and share their love with both their parents. A divorce does not mean you don't have a family any more. It only means your family takes a different shape.
- So, you think Sally and Amanda's parents should split as this would not affect their love towards the girls?
- I am pretty sure about that. Only rare cases of parents don't love their children. I doubt that Sally and Amanda's are one of those cases. I believe they stick together despite not liking each other just because they don't want to hurt the girls. But they don't understand that this toxic situation is placing a heavy load on the girls' hearts. When they keep seeing their parents angry, sad and irritated. When they listen to all the arguments and complaints. When they don't see them hold hands, kiss or hugging gently. Children should be surrounded by love, if they are to grow a world of love tomorrow. When the parents can't give them their love right together, maybe they should do it on their own, even if it is to find another person in the future to be romantically related to.
- It stills sounds sad having to share your parents.
- You don't share them exactly. Your portion of their love is still the same, they just have to make some more for the new partner in their life, if they are ever to find one.
- And it won't be bad having to change houses to be with their mum or dad so often?
- A little inconvenient maybe, but not bad I think. Children get to do different things with each parent, things they enjoy. They get the love and attention they deserve in an environment free of negativity and this can only be good. I mean, it is very very normal to feel sad at first until you get to accept the new reality, but soon you understand that life is more peaceful that way and less stressful.
Nora was still not happy with Xenon's point of view.
- Don't get it all wrong, Nora. How would you rather live? In a house with your parents arguing all the time or spend in peace a few days a week in a different house with just your mum or dad?
- Would they be happier alone?
- Yes and less stressed and you would feel happier around them.
- Then... in that case I think I would choose the second.
- You see? A divorce is not necessarily a bad thing. Sometimes it does more good than harm. This is why I told you that Sally and Amanda's parents would probably be better off without each other.
- Let's hope that they decide what's best for the girls, Xenon.
- I believe they will soon realise what they need to do and everything will be all right.
- Nora! Noraaa! Come in darling, Dad just came from work, it's dinner time! her mother was at the door calling her.
- I'm coming, Mum! and t urning back to Xenon she said, I'm going inside. I'm just happy my parents still love each other and love me and my brother.
- Go and spend some time with your family, Nora. And remember, not all families have to be the same for the people to be happy.
- I will, Xenon. Thank you for today's lessons! See you tomorrow!
- See you tomorrow, Nora!
And little Nora ran to the house and sat around the table with her family. It was the first time she felt so happy and grateful that she was having dinner with them. She felt less sad for her two new friends, Sally and Amanda and that night she prayed that their parents decide what is best for them.
To be continued...
*All photos, non-edited, taken with my Nikon D3400
Original story by @ruth-girl - Steemit, 2018
Thank you so much for your time!
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I keep on wondering how you are able to put all this up, i guess you are writing from your experience or a friends experience. Because it i will be too hard to believe that this is from your imagination.
This series is basically my personal views and philosophical wonderings on various subjects. I just "disguise" my thoughts into a wise pixie.
And yes, personal experience and other peoples' stories usually urge me.
Thank you for reading @mayowadavid! :)
Sounds like Nora was actually eavesdropping :)
She actually overheard them and went out :P
Oh ! That I love your stories @ ruth-girl, they are full of meaning and it would be nice to use it to explain things to children. You have the words you need to do it. This little troll is decidedly very intelligent, he is good advice.
Xenon tries to teach Nora valuable lessons about her life. Conversations a child would have with a parent or grandparent are taking place in a garden with a creature of our imagination, a smart pixie. I just wish some of these "lessons" could make it our schools. We are taught all about maths, history, IT and language that we forget to educate our souls... sorry about the rambling.
Thank you for being here today @marie2018!
Oh! But no, it's good to explain how you see it would be really useful in schools, because unfortunately there are a lot of couple problems nowadays and sometimes people do not know how to explain what's going on . You are so right.
Have a good day @ruth-girl
Psychology through stories.... :)
The best way to present an idea...
I suggest you apply the same on other science fields Dora. ( Xronia Polla... kathysterimena) ☺
Thank you @chbalk!
I have the "Trolls around the solar system" series for astronomy, but I might do it later on other fields too.
(Σε ευχαριστώ και για τα χρόνια πολλά, να 'σαι καλά!) :D
Well yes divorce a sad reality which I think can't be easily digestive.but xenon's viewpoint on the following issue is appreciable unless it's magnitude hits respective children.
I think he covers most "light" stories of divorcing pretty well.
Thanks for reading @imanwaar! :)
Βλέπω πολύ μπιχλα στο μαλι.. πρεπει να πλυθούν..
Τι άρωμα χωράνε;; το "εχώ να πληθω 2 μήνες:;;;
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Αχαχαχαχαχα! Ναι, απλυσιές Νίκο απλυσιές! :P
The post is very cool and gives a lot of inspiration. Successful greeting always @ruth-girl
Thank you very much!
Great story!
Thank you! :)
very artistic mrs ruth
Thank you!