"Far from the madding crowd's ignoble strife
Their sober wishes never learn'd to stray
Along the cool sequester'd vale of life
They kept the noiseless tenor of their way"!
From my shaded window across from the old, yet well kept cemetery, I often watch them secretly meet. Mr and Mrs. I always felt like a peeping tom, a voyeur of the highest order. Encroaching upon something heartfelt, so sad, heartbreaking and rare, mine own heart broke for them.
He was ardent, she was reserved, diffident. He took her hands, she kissed his cheeks.
Hugs. Goodbyes. Parting is such sweet sorrow.
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You can only become truly accomplished at something you love. (Maya Angelou). Genuine accomplishment is not about financial gain, but about dedicating oneself to activities that bring joy and fulfillment.
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Beautiful Novel! Very original take on the challenge!
I haven’t seen this movie but she a good actress! I was hoping they would get it on in your micro-fiction! Haha