I enjoyed this, Rose. In some ways it reminds me of my story…but just superficially. The old man is content. That’s saying a lot. I wonder which war he ran from? Well done!

The way the phrase struck me was,
They OFFERED me a gun, but INSTEAD I took the world.

That’s what I tried to capture.

yes i see the distinction. :) I like that he is like a content little monk on his hill.

This is incredible. Absolutely stunning imagery. Not to mention that it makes me debate whether I like the old dude or not.