This morning I went to physical therapy. A little girl walked in. I'm guessing she was nine or ten years old. She had very light blond hair that was pulled back in a ponytail that was askew, as if she had slept in it or pulled up her hair in her sleep. She wore a thick winter hoodie and shorts. She had a brace on one leg - like to support a sprain. Both feet drug across the floor loudly, trying to slow down her path. The upper half of her body was slumped forward. The look on her face was completely unnecessary - she said it all with her body language.
It was as if an acting coach had told her to BE exhaustion, and she nailed it.
I laughed out loud and said, "That's how I feel on the inside." She glared at me just a little.
Oh, to be ten again.
That phrase is my favorite to hear when my kids are throwing a tantrum. So non-judgmental. I love it!
ReplyDeleteWhat a priceless character she'd make ... or study for a character.
ReplyDelete@Angela - She was very cute - funny she didn't have to say a word about how she felt.
ReplyDelete@M Pax - I think so too. I wonder if she'll show a different emotion with her body next time. :)
Your description is perfect! Your post shows what, "show don't tell" means!
ReplyDeleteI agree with Nicole! You really conveyed a lot of detail in a few words. That is not an easy task! Great post! BTW, I gave you a shout-out on my blog! Julie
ReplyDeletePriceless. Innocense will get you every time. Too bad we can't keep it. The world would be so different. :)
ReplyDelete@Nicole - Thanks! The little girl was definitely showing and not telling. :)
ReplyDelete@Julie - Thanks for the shout out and the compliment. Just what I needed today.
@Laila - I agree.