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Love and loss

A tale of David and Sarah

By Deborah OkhionkpamwonyiPublished 3 years ago 3 min read
Love and loss
Photo by Milada Vigerova on Unsplash

Once upon a time, there was a girl named Sarah who fell in love with a boy named David. They met in college and hit it off immediately. They had a lot in common and shared a passion for music. They started dating and quickly became inseparable.

David was a talented musician and played the guitar in a local band. Sarah loved listening to him play and would often go to his shows to support him. They were happy together and had a bright future ahead of them.

One day, David received some devastating news. He had been diagnosed with a rare form of cancer. Sarah was heartbroken, but she stayed by his side through it all. She spent every moment she could with him, making memories that would last a lifetime. They talked about their hopes and dreams, and David promised to keep Sarah's memory alive, no matter what.

David's condition worsened over time, and he was eventually admitted to the hospital. Sarah stayed with him day and night, holding his hand and praying for a miracle. She watched as David's health deteriorated, and she knew that he didn't have much time left.

On a cold winter night, David passed away. Sarah was devastated. She felt like she had lost a part of herself, and she didn't know how to move on. She spent weeks in bed, crying and feeling sorry for herself. She missed David terribly and couldn't imagine a life without him.

But slowly, Sarah started to pick up the pieces. She remembered David's promise to her and decided to honor his memory by pursuing her own dreams. She had always loved singing and had a beautiful voice, but she had never had the courage to perform in public.

Sarah started taking singing lessons and began performing at local coffee shops and open-mic nights. She poured all of her love and energy into her music, and it became her passion. She knew that David would be proud of her for chasing her dreams.

Years went by, and Sarah found herself thinking about David less and less. She still missed him, but she knew that he would always be a part of her heart. She had found a new purpose in life, and she was grateful for the time she had with David.

One day, Sarah received a call from a record label. They had heard her perform and were interested in signing her to a contract. Sarah was ecstatic. She had always dreamed of making it big in the music industry, and this was her chance.

Sarah went on tour and became a huge success. She had fans all over the world

After the tour, Sarah took some time off to rest and reflect on her journey. She realized that success wasn't everything and that there were more important things in life than fame and fortune.

Sarah decided to start a charity in David's memory. She knew that he had always been passionate about helping others, and she wanted to continue his legacy. The charity focused on providing support and resources to cancer patients and their families.

The charity quickly gained recognition and support from the community. Sarah was proud of the work she was doing and knew that David would be too. She continued to perform and make music, but her focus had shifted. She was no longer chasing fame, but rather making a difference in the world.

Years went by, and Sarah's charity had grown into a national organization. She had helped thousands of people and had made a real impact on the world. Sarah knew that David would be proud of her, and she felt fulfilled knowing that she was making a difference.

Sarah never forgot about David, but she knew that he would want her to be happy and live a full life. She continued to make music and perform, but her true passion was helping others. Sarah had found purpose and meaning in her life, and she knew that David's memory would live on forever.

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