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To Love Forever

July 23, 2012
By Writer15 BRONZE, Henderson, Nevada
Writer15 BRONZE, Henderson, Nevada
2 articles 4 photos 10 comments

Favorite Quote:
"I don't go by the rule book... I lead from the heart, not the head." -Princess Diana


Immediately after she leaves the safety of the hallway, all eyes turn her way.
It’s the dress, the way it glides behind her and makes her look as if she’s walking on water. It’s the way she leans on her father for support, his arm entwined with hers to assist her down the walkway. But most of what they’re watching is her expression.

Her knees shake, and a panicked feeling that maybe the Earth has started spinning on its axis a little bit faster grabs at her throat. Her heart vibrates in her chest, thudding so loud the entire room can probably hear its distinct boom, boom, boom.
She stops for a second, takes a moment to collect herself, and continues, taking one anxious step after another.

She’s never dealt well with stress, but she was able to keep her composure, with her mouth a straight line and her eyes dead to the world.

She stumbles towards the altar, heading towards where her pastor and fiancé are, waiting. The intoxicating scent of lilacs strangles her; those had always been his favorite, so of course that’s what was chosen to decorate the ornate room. She herself carries some in her right hand, her fingers grasped so tightly on the stems that the flowers seem to wilt instantly.

Just when she thinks she can’t do it, she feels the weight of the engagement ring on her finger. Custom made. Precious diamonds lay imbedded on the thin, gold band, and, on the inside, imprinted in delicate cursive, are the words “I’ll love you forever”. Thoughts collect. Her heart slows. She can do it, she knows she can. She remembers their first date, when he tried to take her to her favorite Mexican restaurant only to be stopped by a nail in the tire. She remembers the first time she met his family, and how they had taken a liking to her instantaneously.

They are perfect for one another.

It’s right then that she decides she’ll never take that ring off her finger. He would always be with her, no matter what.

Collecting what bits of courage she has left, she finally reaches the altar and turns towards her fiancé.

It’s there that she lays the flowers on his casket, and then joins her would-be in-laws in the congregation.


The author's comments:
I had the biggest writer's block for this project. It was originally a school assignment, but once I figured out the plot I grew to really like it. I think it's one of the best short stories I've written.

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on Dec. 31 2012 at 7:43 pm
Writer15 BRONZE, Henderson, Nevada
2 articles 4 photos 10 comments

Favorite Quote:
"I don't go by the rule book... I lead from the heart, not the head." -Princess Diana

Thank you so much! It means a lot to me to hear what people think. I really appreciate it!

on Dec. 31 2012 at 7:42 pm
Writer15 BRONZE, Henderson, Nevada
2 articles 4 photos 10 comments

Favorite Quote:
"I don't go by the rule book... I lead from the heart, not the head." -Princess Diana

Thank you! Thank you thank you thank you!

on Dec. 31 2012 at 7:41 pm
Writer15 BRONZE, Henderson, Nevada
2 articles 4 photos 10 comments

Favorite Quote:
"I don't go by the rule book... I lead from the heart, not the head." -Princess Diana

I know you posted your comment a very long time ago, but I just saw it for the first time now. That means a lot! I can't thank you enough!

. said...
on Nov. 4 2012 at 5:03 pm
this is absolutely brillian

KatherineAnn said...
on Aug. 1 2012 at 1:57 am
KatherineAnn, Henderson, Nevada
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Favorite Quote:
Nothing worthwhile is ever easy. Remember that.
-Nights In Rodanthe

OMG I LOVE THIS OMG I LOVE YOU YOU ARE SO PERFECT AND PRETTY omgomgomgomgomgomg YOU ARE GREAT PLEASE WRITE MORE YOUR PHOTOGRAPHY IS REALLY GOOD TOO! REMEMBER ME WHEN YOU'RE FAMOUS OMG

on Jul. 30 2012 at 9:36 am
blueandorange GOLD, Jeffersonville, Indiana
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Perfect suspense!!!!!!  I love it!!!!!!

Nikita said...
on Jul. 28 2012 at 1:22 am
That was very nicely written.  I will be looking for you novels in the future.  You have a gift and it will continue to florish