I woke long before dawn, shards of moonlight breaking through the faded curtains.
The hotel hadn’t changed much.
Now, twenty years later, I could still see him stretched out on the bed, with that mischievous, just-married look in his eyes.
I touched the urn on the nightstand. “Happy anniversary, dear.”
Susan Gale Wickes is from Indiana. In addition to writing poetry and short stories, she enjoys penning aphorisms and epigrams.
So poignant. Beautifully written, Susan!
Thank you, Lisa!
Still celebrating. He was a good man.
Thanks for taking the time to read and comment. I appreciate it.
You’re welcome 😊
I could sense my mother’s smile emanating down at me from the tiny wooden box on the nearby shadowbox containing a few of her ashes as I read this, simultaneously weeping and smiling.
Perfectly done. Thanks.
What a touching comment. Thank you…and thank your mother.
Beautifully written and tragic. It could have been written by daughter who just lost her husband.
Moving,
Thanks
My heart goes out to all who have endured such a loss. Thanks for taking the time to read and comment, Susan.
This may be bias, but I absolutely love your talent! It feels like this should be in the middle of a relationship advice column. The explination of how the right relationship feels and should continue to grow. This is definitely what people want, to be able to admire your significant other, and to be admired in this way back. Can not love this enough. Thank you, for allowing others to “feel” your words, because this may be the only way some will actually feel this.
You’re welcome, Michelle…and thank you for taking the time to read and comment. I appreciate it.
Congratulations on story of the week. This is the story I hoped would win. Lovely writing.
My confidence level can always use a boost. Thanks so much, CB.
Wow that really surprised me with a bitter sweet feeling at the end! As usual, I’m loving your work and talent! Hugs 💑
Thank you, Esmo. Hugs to you for reading and sharing your thoughts!
Wow, this was awesome Susan, you never cease to amaze me!! Beautiful…😉❤️
Thanks, Melanie. I appreciate that so much! <3
I too enjoyed your story. It is refreshing to see more people dropping in and letting you know that they enjoyed your effort. It’s the story that matters, although, I often think people need to be reminded about the time that goes into even a short piece. It’s never time wasted.
Good luck.
Thank you, Christian. I appreciate your comments and I believe you’re absolutely right. Even short pieces are usually given a fair amount of careful thought. Thanks for reading.