Optkin
From the Latin root, opt, meaning to choose and Kin, Old English for relative. Meaning 'the family we choose'. Inspired by four women who embody the word: K, C, J and L. You know who you are.
Having survived their harrowing experience, the four warriors stood atop the rise and looked back on the Valley of Saints and Gods.
‘We made it...’ Kay said with a smile.
‘We did! We should be so proud of ourselves!’ Jey threw her arms around the nearest warrior.
Cee squeezed her in return. ‘Not without battle scars. But this is the cost of growth in world such as this.’
‘And we did it together.’ Ell looked around her companions. ‘I know each of us is strong enough to have made it through alone, but I am glad we didn’t have to.’
‘So am I. What now? Where do we go from here?’ Jey asked of her companions.
Kay looked away from the Valley.
‘There is a big wide world to discover.... I want to see it.’
Cee nodded. ‘You are young, you should.’
Jey teared up. ‘I need to take what I’ve learned and help others who need it. I wish I didn’t have to leave you all to do it.’
‘I need to get away from here. To remember there is more to life.’ Ell looked down cast.
Cee watched the Valley for a moment. ‘People here still need help. I’m going to stay. For now.’
‘I know we are all going in different directions, but we will still see each other, won’t we?’ Jey asked.
'Of course! Elle smiled. ‘We may not be blood, but we are more than friends. We are Optkin, the family we choose.’
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Comments (7)
A beautiful story. I love that you included your opkins, using their first initials to create names.
Excellent take on on the challenge, well-constructed word and a great idea. Nice story an great image
Awww, this was such a wholesome and wonderful story! I loved how their names are the way we pronounce those alphabets!
Awesome!!! Loving your word and story!!!💕❤️❤️
That's a great word, and a great story to go with it. Well done.
I love the cover photo.
I appreciate the powerful message of unity and friendship in this passage. The idea of being 'Optkin' is truly heartwarming and reminds us of the lasting connections we forge in life.