100 Word Challenge for Grown Ups – Week# 59
” Despair “
Sitting on the edge of the cliff, he pondered the possibilities of flight. He was enveloped in a fog of despair. Just moments before his chest was bursting with joy and ecstasy. The love of his life had accepted his proposal. Her smile was radiant. She spoke of how her heart was filled with an overflowing abundant love.
She had wanted him to drive to this spot. It was her favorite. She had been despondent for days. He thought he would reach her with his proposal.
She jumped.
He wanted to fly down and lift her up in his arms.
Challenge from Julia Place at: http://jfb57.wordpress.com/ – write 100 word story using the image above.
You were right when you said we had similar ideas about this image. The twist in this was as painful as it was shocking. There is so much story here in a short time, and you convey the raw emotions well.
Excellent work!
Thank you so much for your very detailed comment. I appreciate that so much.
I am trying to improve my writing skills. I find that I tend to write too much. These
challenges help so much with that. Thanks .. again.
Well done. It rather reminds me of the end of “Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon.”
Enjoyed. Thanks, Isadora.
I will have to rent the movie now to see what you mean. I’m not
big on movies unless they are Independent films but I am curious now.
Thanks for stopping by, Jamie. It’s always nice to get your comments.
Thanks ..
Isadora
Oh my God you’ve shocked me and left me with so many questions! How could she? how selfish! why then? didn’t she try to persuade him to go to? Goodness you have done a good job with the prompt
I know – I consider suicide the cowards way out. But, it’s fiction and I like to play around with new things. Thanks for the hints on lots of ways to go with it. I plan on writing a longer version or maybe several.
Toodles,
Issy
I’ll look forward to reading more then
Woah she jumped!! Did not expect that what a brill but sad twist! Why did she jump? Will he jump???? X
I love your questions … I think I’m going to continue this one.
I’ve had a few people want some answers. Thanks for enjoying
it enough to leave a comments that are inspiring. ~~~~ : – )
Oh no! How could you, Isadora? That’s not fair at all.
I’ve had quite a few that feel as you do. I have no choice
but to have another go at continuing and bringing more
drama. Thanks for enjoying it so much that you left me a
inspiring comment. ~~~~ : – )
abundance of love my dear…..
The word – of – would have made this go over the 100 words.
It was supposed to be – abundant. But, thanks for pointing
that out. I corrected it. Always appreciate your visits. ~~~~ : – )
My God that picture makes me feel giddy just looking at it!
Don’t laugh too much – it looks like a long way down. ~~~ : – )
Oh, Isadora! This picture is amazing. You captured the too-lateness of such terrible choices!
I’m so pleased you enjoyed this. Your comments are always
very encouraging to write more. Thanks ….!!!!
Write more, Isadora!
an unforgettable photo!
The photo was posted for the prompt by Julia.
It had a lot in it to say as a story. Thanks, Frizz,
for stopping by and leaving a comment. ~~~ : – )
Powerfully written.
Super Thank You … appreciate it. ~~~ : – )
Oh my. You took me to very deep places in so few words. Masterfully executed, Izzy.
Thanks tremendously, Lorna. Your comments spur me on to
keep up with my writing. Always appreciate the encouragement.
namaste,
Izzy
I’ve seen that photo before… sad, sad ending.
When I saw it on the challenge blog my first thoughts were sadness and pain.
I had to take the challenge. I may continue this story. Thanks ….