Delightful! Reads that bring a smile to my face are my faves.

I like the inconclusive opening. I mean, not knowing how old Mike is or what kind of bike ride he is planning. I also like how easily the entire piece flows (I always appreciate when I don't have to reread anything). I like how casual grandpa is as he invites Mike back in the house and gently launches into his "scheme of reverse psychology." And, of course, closing it with with mom's undercover appreciation to her clever and wise dad.

So, in all that, I am grateful that I found one teeny-tiny place to make a suggestion, so as to qualify for one ticket for the 2023 Birthday Party Review Contest. LOL.

Suggestion: Consider breaking up the following sentence with two sentences: "“Well, since you don’t know where you’re going yet, might as well, you know, till you make a real plan." Consider: “Well, since you don’t know where you’re going yet, might as well. You know, till you make a real plan. The period adds a more dramatic pause that, imo, pluses this exchange and really puts the ball in Mike's court.

Also loved how smoothly the old guy transitioned to, "You want some of these pancakes?"

Well done!!!

Live and write passionately,
Cyndee


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