He had given it to her on a day full of promises, but Penny had lost it. She wasn’t sure when.
Once before she thought it had gone, but a search had found it glimmering in a dark place. Tarnished and dull, she had brought it back to life with some care and attention.
Not this time. Penny, still carrying a torch searched with passion, but there was not even a glimmer, no answering spark.
She took the gold band and placed it on the counter. She had lost his love, it was time to lose the ring.
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleSometimes those gold bands can feel more like shackles! Well done.
So very true. Thanks for your trouble.
It took me a couple of readings and some thinking to understand that it wasn’t the wedding ring she was looking for, but the love she had lost. I love the symbolism in this story! And the surprise element!
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleThanks Christer, not everyone will take the time to work this out. The ring is only a symbol of what had already been lost.
Love, as wonderful as it may seem, can be binding, very similar to a chain around your neck that chokes you with time. That’s why it’s crucial we cut loose of toxic relationships. I’m so glad Penny managed to take off her ring and destroy her restrains to her husband. You did an excellent job, Mary, when writing this story!
Thank you.
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Well done! I liked how you conveyed to readers (us) your story especially your use of the ring as a symbol of lost love.
Thanks Lotchie.
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleYou’re welcome, Mary.