By Rachel Lock
Emma used to say she’d move to California, though she would have moved anywhere. But it sounded better to have a particular destination to aspire to, not just “anywhere but here.”
She saved her coins in an old jelly jar, savoring the delightful clink of each one as it found the bottom of the glass. She stopped counting years ago; now it was more about the ritual. It was Emma’s proof that she hadn’t given up, that she could still leave one day.
But then Ryan had asked her to marry him, and weddings aren’t cheap. She smashed the jar open.
Really enjoyed the story. I like the tension of “see the world” vs “stay home and take care of responsibilities” kind of stuff. Maybe George Bailey’s wife wanted out of Bedford Falls as much as young George.
Thank you!
I enjoyed reading this. It sounds like a happy ending to me 🙂
Thanks for reading!
Dreams evolve, closing one door and opening a new one. I like the way you chose to tell your story. Thanks.
OOh great story. Bitter – sweet. Clever.
I would say that jar of coins was very well spent indeed!