Can I play it?
Sure. This was my Grandma’s piano. She let me play it when I was little like you.
I’m not little. I’m a BIG girl.
Oh, sorry. I meant when I was a big girl like you.
How do I find the white part?
The keys? You just open the lid. Here, I’ll help you.
I am going to play a song for you.
Really? For me? What’s it called?
It is called “I Love Your Heart.” [playing] [Ballad feel] [singing] I love your heart, your heart. I love and love and love your hearrrrt …
That is so beautiful. [sniffling]
I have another song.
You do?
[nodding] Yes. This one is “I Will Love You Forever.” [Slowly, freely] I. Will. Love. You. Foreverrrrr…
[instrumental] [rocking small body in time]
{I love YOUR little heart, and …}
Hey Franna. [still playing and rocking]
Yes?
Can I live here with you until I am a hundred and nine? [pause]
Oh, I … um, that’s a really long time.
Is it forever?
Well, no. Forever is longer.
[nodding] [playing] [a tempo] I. Will. Love. You. Foreverrr …
{I know one thing, Little Big Girl}
{I.Will. Love. You. Forever.}
Discover more from lit bits and pieces
Subscribe to get the latest posts sent to your email.
lit bits and pieces 
Oh such a sweet and meaningful slice, what a delight and a lovely photo. I have to wonder, why did she pick that number? You are obviously very popular!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Well, she asked her parents if she could live with me until she’s 29, so … that’s close to 109, right?!
LikeLike
This is such a sweet capturing of a small moment! Just beautiful.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you! ❤
LikeLike
Fran, this is such a touching slice. It reminds me of conversations I have with my granddaughter during our video chats.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Great picture to add to your slice. This really captures the moment. I’m sure you’ll loving looking back on this!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Another Slice and photo to add to your shared memory book. I imagine, and pray, that there will be many more to come. And gives me an idea for a Slice of my own…you are such a good Muse, Fran!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Yea! I love to think of being a Muse!!
LikeLiked by 1 person
This is SO BEAUTIFUL!!! I’m melting! I love how you ended this slice, but what I love even more is the description of the keys as the “white part” of the piano =)
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thank you so much ❤
LikeLike
This is very sweet and I am so glad you captured it. Kids say the best things!
LikeLiked by 1 person
The dialogue, the singing… what a sweet moment in time, forever capture in your words.
LikeLiked by 1 person
This grandmother is melting.
LikeLiked by 1 person
“Hey Franna. [still playing and rocking]
Yes?
Can I live here with you until I am a hundred and nine? [pause]”
THIS. This beautiful exchange made my heart soften and melt. Thank you for a beautiful, sparkling moment on a gray, gloomy day.
LikeLiked by 1 person
And thank you for sharing your heart! Mine is happy to know it was a bright spot. 🤗
LikeLiked by 1 person
So sweet. I have my grandmothers piano also, The memories are so precious, enjoy
LikeLiked by 1 person
So true, precious memories; thank you!
LikeLike
’til I’m 109. Or forever. May you both keep this moment forever – or until 109 – whichever is more necessary. I’m glad she has you; I’m glad you have her.
LikeLiked by 1 person