Enough
He couldn’t afford a real home. But he did have rich black soil, and a door, gifted from a stranger with midnight-blue eyes.
By day he planted an orchard. By night he slept beside the magnificent door.
He was content. Owning one thing of beauty was enough.
One morning, four sturdy walls appeared. A roof, a hearth, the first blossoms.
He called out, in gratitude and celebration, “Dear stranger, come! There is room enough for two.”
By day, they pick apples. By night, beneath midnight-blue skies, they fashion a door for the next gifting.
Enough, and more than enough.
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleA lovely tale combining realism with some gentle magic. Inspiring and comforting.
This is a beautiful story with a great message. How amazing that although your protagonist had very little, he/she was happy to share with the next person and to pay it forward.
Thanks so much, Marianna. I was inspired to write this story by a beautiful door I saw at an outdoor antique store. The door was just sitting by itself on a little piece of land, and it looked so lovely, even without a house. That was years ago, but the image stayed with me. Thanks for appreciating the pay it forward aspect. Ideas to live by.
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleIt is amazing how an image can inspire a story and how certain images will never leave you. I absolutely love your story.
I very much enjoy your enthusiasm, Marianna. Ever since I wrote this story, I’ve been appreciating the little things in my life even more.
This is a very inspiring story, that even though the protagonist had little, he/she is content with all he/she had and willing to share it with other people. “Enough, and more than enough” – this phrase resonated with me, and I love it so much.
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleThanks so much, Lotchie. I am glad my story resonated with you. The belief of having enough, rather than always wanting more, seems to me a key to happiness.
Yes, you are right Julie, You’re most welcome.
I love the combination of the fantastical story with a solid theme.
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleThanks so much, Danielle. I also love combining real-life truths with a bit of imaginative occurrences.
I love the philosophy behind the thought that by feeling gratitude for the little you have, more will be given. Also, that it’s important to give when/as you have received. Great writing!
Thanks so much Christer. I think it’s true that the more we appreciate what we have, the more we will receive. In fact, living in a state of gratitude is wealth all in itself!
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleIsn’t it amazing how something catches our imagination, and can lay there seemingly for ages, just waiting to germinate. Well written Julie.
So true, Eric. With all the incredible memories I’ve stored up over all these decades, I think I will have a lot of stories pouring out now.
What a lovely idea, Julie! I hope to see more stories of yours!
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleThanks so much, Katy. I plan to write many more!
That is really great to hear. I’ll look forward to them!
Congratulations Julie, an interesting tale.
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleCongratulations. This is a real parable of a story. It is abut honest labour too. They don’t just sit behind their doors, they work the soil.
Congratulation Julie, well deserved.
Congratulations, Julie! This was truly inspirational and beautifully told.
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleCongratulations Julie, this is a truly inspiring story.
This is a beautiful story. The repetition of the words ‘midnight-blue’ ties your story together really well. I also love the last line.
Congratulations on your win, Julie.
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To Leave Comments - Please SignIn with GoogleHello Julie. I’m slowly working my way through the “Eyes of the Soul” eBook and discovering or rediscovering some real treasures. This story is one of them. You’ve said so much with just 100 words, and left us with something memorable and inspiring. Congratulations for being selected for the eBook!