Eyes Forward

Posted on March 3, 2020 | 20 Comments

Charli Mills, head of the Carrot Ranch writing community, challenged us to write about the open road this week. It reminded me of my own divorce ages ago. So, here is my 99-word story, somewhat fictionalized for your enjoyment.

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Nine years packed into a few boxes and an old steamer trunk. Was there nothing else to show for all the ups and downs of a marriage? In perspective, that which was her past was minuscule compared to the opportunities which comprised her future.

Getting behind the wheel of her car, she felt gratitude for the hard work she and her therapist did to get her to even consider filing for divorce.

She was figuring it out. Turn the key. Fasten the seatbelt and adjust the rearview mirror. Wow, check out the view through the windshield. The open road.

©2020 Annette Rochelle Aben

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20 responses to “Eyes Forward”

  1. Becky Ross Michael | March 3, 2020 at 9:18 pm | Reply

    Many readers will be able to relate:)

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  3. Margot Kinberg | March 3, 2020 at 10:18 pm | Reply

    Your story really captures that blend of anxiety and hope – of being sad about what is lost, and optimistic about what is to come. Well done!

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  4. D. Avery @shiftnshake | March 3, 2020 at 10:34 pm | Reply

    I like how a little time was spent adjusting the rearview but it seems as if the view looking forward is endless.

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  5. Jennie | March 4, 2020 at 9:20 am | Reply

    Well done, Annette!

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  6. Charli Mills | March 5, 2020 at 12:20 am | Reply

    The open road is a great place to process. Nice flash, Annette!

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  8. Liz H | March 5, 2020 at 10:58 am | Reply

    Oh boy, I really felt this one.
    Nicely written!

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  9. robbiesinspiration | March 13, 2020 at 11:53 am | Reply

    I enjoyed this, Annette. Have a lovely weekend.

    Liked by 1 person

  10. Vashti Q | March 13, 2020 at 9:19 pm | Reply

    A beautiful and inspiring story, my friend. I felt this one. And I’m compelled to wish her well. ❤ xo

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