Bessy has just finished spending her time with God. Prayer and faith have been her rock since life at one point turned quite impossible and hard. She’s had to face much about herself since turning to faith; like how she too said some things to Brode that she shouldn’t have; and so she’s learned from her mistakes. Her girlfriend Bianca told her that Blake’s back in town and he’s thinking about turning Old Fashioned Delights around! Bessy hopes he can make a go of it as she wishes him the best. She looks to her Heavenly Father for His love and guidance. Bessy remembers the times spent in the old fashioned shop! Brode’s parents really made the business a place where people of all ages would stop! Summer nights were the best as families gathered around for the meals, desserts and so much more! A well deserved brake from school; deserved by all! Some nights they had some music to enjoy! In July they’d have a ferris wheel or some other ride for the local girls and boys! Times have certainly changed since then and things have not been the same; still there are some who do their best to make this town bounce back from deep hurt and pain. Bessy and Brode spent many summers together; she felt in her heart of hearts they would last forever. Brode had other ideas for his life after high school; she remembers like yesterday how he called her a “childish fool.” So what will happen to these two old flames? I’m on my next chapter; will you do the same?
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GenXer Sharon 🙏🍀 (
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Well-written story
Thank you
Good write GS.
Thank you Orchiee
Thank you Orchiee
Sharon, this carries a warm, reflective tone…like someone holding onto what was while trying to move forward. Those summer nights at the shop stay with me…full of life and connection. I’ve felt that same pull, where memory and change sit side by side. This lands as nostalgic, hopeful, and grounded. Strong write. 🌹🖤🙏🕯️🐦⬛
Always appreciate your comments Tristan. Thank you
Sharon I love the facility with which you tell your tales with good internal rhyme that adds so much interest to the read very well done
Thank you 🙏 so much my friend
You are most welcome
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