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 Summer Spirit, Part I
Although her tough exterior did not give her away Janice was cracking inside. She had planned a life with Derek and in one go it had all been swept away from her. She was alone. |
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 Summer Spirit, Part 1I
Closing her eyes and welcoming sweet sleep. Janice dreamt of waves washing over her body - getting the sand away from her skin. The water felt cool and her heart felt nourished. |
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 Summer Spirit, Part III
Janice was quiet. She was reveling in the perfect-ness of the evening. Matt turned and held her in his arms. Together they stood on the beach just holding each other. |
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 Summer Spirit, Part IV
The morning sun brought sunshine into the room. Janice squinted as it hit her face. Matt stood at the corner of the room, towel wrapped around his waist and hips, a rose in his mouth and breakfast on a tray. |
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 Summer Spirit, Part V
There was no news and no sign of Matt. He disappeared into thin air, just the way he had appeared. As she boarded the plane Janice felt betrayed and lost. |
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 Summer Spirit, Part VI
"Sweetheart, Matt is long gone. I think you have come too late. He died five years ago in a bike accident." The ground slipped from beneath Janice's feet. |
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Contemporary and progressive, original short stories documenting the highs and lows of our lives by upcoming new writers.
