Don Ostertag's avatarDon Ostertag: Off Stage

OUT OF THE MOUTHS OF

Grandsons

Grandchildren give people a second chance. As their children are growing up, too often, earning a living takes precedent over what is really important, enjoying them. As a stagehand I was on call 24/7. There would always be another event, another cycle for another son.  Always a tomorrow. But tomorrow is like yesterday, only a spirit in the wind.

 

          ‘A shepherd! Wow! Now listen, you be sure and sing real loud, and I’ll be able to hear you when I’m working. And don’t get out of your costume until Mommy takes your picture. Okay?’

            ‘Playing Stillwater! Well, you guys came close last game. Maybe this time you’ll beat them. Mom is going to call me at work and tell me about the game. And she’s bringing her camera to the game.’

            ‘New pictures! Mom just got them developed. Look! Here’s…

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