This is my third week in a row. I did do last week’s, but forgot to froggy it…ooops. If anyone is interested in that story, here it is.
Many thanks as always to Rochelle for Friday Fictioneers (I typed Frictioneers, Freudian? 😉 ) and Brenda Cox for the interesting photo!
Rebellion
The howling winds press against the window, waking me. Rain slices horizontally. Below, hotel workers hurriedly stack lounge chairs being blown about in the storm. Feeling my gaze, Carlos glances up.
I still feel his breath on my neck, lingering kisses, his voice quoting Neruda in breathless passion.
Tomorrow, I fly to DC, my real life. Stiff collars, angry words. Futile attempts at bipartisanship.
I flatten my palm against the window. Even from here I see his disheartened frown.
“Stay. We have love.”
My departed father censures from the grave: “Love doesn’t shape history.”
“Oh, but it does, daddy, it does.”
end
I hope love wins out, at least for a little while. But, I suppose DC could use some love right now, too.
I agree! 🙂 Thanks, Lorraine!
Beautiful writing and very thought-provoking. I think the narrator is right: not acting can have just as much input on history as acting. And the love–that’s tricky. Love for the partner or love for the society, country, world?
Thank you so much! 🙂
Beautifully wrought. The added touch of the sound of Carlos’ voice reading Neruda was brilliant
Thank so much, Neil! 🙂
A beautifully moving story, well done!
Thank you, Mason! 🙂
Yes, I believe it does. She should stay
Thank you so much, Michael! 🙂
It can’t end there!! Enjoyed the read.
Many thanks, Paul! 🙂
🙂 my pleasure.
always my rule to follow. when in doubt, follow your heart.
I think that’s excellent advice. Thanks, Plaridel! 🙂
Dear Sascha,
I’d have to disagree with Daddy. Nicely done, Sascha.
Shalom,
Rochelle
Thanks so much, Rochelle! 🙂
Beautifully written, Sascha.
Many thanks, Sandra! 🙂
Nice
Thank you. 🙂
This was beautifully written, Sascha. I guess she has to decide what is best for her. Only she knows.
Thanks so much, Dale! 🙂
The palm on the window…. such a great touch! I believe she will stay.
Many thanks, Alicia! 🙂
Fabulous writing and I love that last statement!
Thanks so much, Lisa! 🙂
You’re very welcome 🙂