by ronde
Sometimes, friendship means more than love. A lovely story, lovingly told.
And I'm glad for that. This was a wonderful story. Not too long to be burdensome, but long enough to convey that which needed to be. Exceptional.
This short story made me emotional in so many ways - the love that two people can have for each other who are not partners in the traditional sense is captured so beautifully in this wonderful piece. Thank you.
over the past few years and it always brings tears to my eyes. What a beautiful yet sad tale. Thank you. ML
I love the story. It is truly emotional and heartfelt. I read it once by chance many years ago and for some reasons decided to look for it again. I only wish that someday my writing can evoke the same emotion.
I have read stories on this site for a few years in all categories and this story is the first to make an old man of 58yrs cry!!
It is a story full of emotion. I fully empathise with the two main characters in this story. If there was any justice in this world this story line should be made into a film. Fantastic.
This was a beautiful story and because I am in Michigan, it meant even more.
winnerlady
What a beautiful story. Tears are streaming down my face. I'm 67, and usually a cynical old man, but today you have made my day brighter. Thank you.
A good, sweet and erotic read. I commend you and this work!!
This story was so emotional and beautifully written that it had me crying. I absolutely loved it!
Man U must seriously write stories. U have a wonderful way of telling stories U know. Absolutely loved reading it. Never expected this kinda story here anyway :D.
That was a great story and you are a very talented writer. I have to say you touched me as well and I couldn't help but wonder why you were wasting your time here, although I guess well all have to find our audience and confirmation of our talents from others somewhere. I'm happy that you got the responses you did and hope that it encourages you to continue your writing. Given the nature of this site, I understand your use of the erotic, but felt it was almost out of place in such an emotional and tender story. Hints of it would have been enough, but it certainly was good in its own rite. Best of luck and I hope you much sucess.
This is probably the best story I've read here...maybe anywhere. It is so well written, which is a major plus, but it also has all the elements of real love and respect for a woman, which is something we don't see too often. I will definitely read your other offerings. You are so talented.
Just an amazingly touching story.
I know not, of your wellspring,,,,,,but return to it often...be it talent, be it gift or be it insight,,,,never loose it, for it will lead you through a wonderfully fullfilling life.
It's one of the best short stories I've ever read, keep up the good work.
There is a depth of feeling and an ability to express it that is rarely found. Thank you for the enjoyment.
What a wonderful thoughtful story. The depth of feeling was,dare I say as good as "the old man and the sea" which I also loved. Thank you and can we have more please
I almost cried, that is a great story, so much emotion!! Don't stop writing you're a great writer.
This is not pornographic, nor is it really about sex. This is true erotica. Your foreplay was helping the reader become acquainted with Laura. Her metamorphosis from a female hermit grape farmer who never smiled to a beautiful, tender woman was masterful. It was as if Terry saw the person inside, never putting her down nor making her feel as if he were doing Laura a favor. He accepted her for who she was. I started crying when Laura told him about Charlie. I cried harder when she died. Thank you for such a loving, tender story. Of all the stories that I've read on this site, Laura's Vineyard is absolutely the best.
this is the only time I've written a comment about anything I've read, BRAVO
It was a great story. Almost feels like you were relating an experience. Well done!!
I did cry. Well written. I would love to read more stories if you ever write them. Thank you for sharing! <3
This is a very touching story - I really enjoyed it, but more, I could even visualize the farm he writes about.
wonderful.a piece of soft love story rather than a erotic one.thanks to author.
It made me cry, thinking about the woman that I loved and lost, knowing how much she loved Charlie, how much I love Beth.
A truly beautiful story and I wish I could give it 6 or 8 or 10 stars. You have a way with words that brought out feelings in me that I haven't felt for years. I, too, cried at the gentle loving way in which you wrote of her death and the incredible passion which she put in her final letter. We are all so lucky to have found this delightful story and I hope that you will write more of them. Truly you have a genius for writing in so many ways. Thank you for enabling me to enjoy a few moments of real joy and happiness.
What a story! Beautiful; if there were six stars, as the other reviewer said, I'd give this one six stars!! Thanks for letting the rest of us in on this beautiful story!!
This has to be very best and moving short story I have read, on either this site or in fact any book. This story if filled out would make one of the best tear jerking films, and I for one would pay to see it and buy the DVD too.
The only question is, Did he take advantage of his education? Or would he have been better off spending four years with Laura?
Thank you so much for the wonderful story. It brought tears to my eyes as you ended it. I think he made great use of his education. He used it to live his life fully.
Not raunchy sex, but gentle and meaningful, not porn but a crafted story,
Although old this story still attracts me to reread it
T
Thanks
A delightful story, well written. I hope to be able to be 1/2 as good.
Your writing is so natural and descriptive. I'm evolving as a writer, and love the easy way images flow through your writing. Very nice development and flawless presentation. Thank you!
A very engrossing narrative, very down to earth and mature as the wine described in the story. Keep the good work going.
This excellent story seems as if it might be based on an actual occurence. A fantastic memoir of devotion and love; with or without the sex.
Tastefully written and I enjoyed it very much. I must admit I was a little bit surprised on a porn site to find a regular kind of a story like this. Good Job
This is such a lovely story of love and devotion. For the first time in many, many years I felt emotion. It began by my being chocked up when Terry was reading the letter from Laura in the lawyers office and built to tears through the balance of the story to where Terry and Wendy were in the back room and talking about Laura's presence. At this time I could barely finish as I was weeping so much, couldn't stop for quite a while. Thank you. I feel human again.
What a great story without the gory sex just a really good yarn
This is without a doubt the best I have read on Literotica
what else can I say
Great story. I realy enjoyed it as it brought tears to my eyes at the end . Thank you your wonder way with words.
I come back to this story every year or so and every time I am struck by how good it is and how it touches me. I think it is simply the best story on this site and there are some astonishingly good stories here. If you are reading this comment, thanks once again.
Very nicely written. The best I've read on this site. Excellent job.
This is the absolutely most beautiful story I've ever read...(sniff, sniff)...:D
I love to read and this is just one off the diverse types and styles of literature that interests me, but the story touched my heart as I have met and worked with people who were more than what they appeared on the outside. Given a little attention and love a rose will appear above the thorns. Good work.
I read this story 3 years ago and I found it again. As others have said, it is a wonderful and titillating read.
I have now read the story four times and each time, my eyes water up as I read the last page.
I was surprised to see a story like this in Erotic Literature, but I am glad I found it.
Great story.
u r blessed as a writer. all i can say is wow, and please keep writing.
Great job, I loved your story, very impressed!
I do love Literotica stories. This one is just out of the box. The subtlety of the relationship, the love between 2 people who are so different and the build up of friendship/love between them. You baught tears to my eyes.
Wow! you are wonderfully sensitive and sensual writer. There is the magic of close and exciting relationships contained in your words with just the right amount of suggestive romance between the characters. Look forward to seeing more of your work. Awesome.
Awesome story, very touching, it made me cry. I can't wait to read more of your work.
this story is beautiful , has my emotions on high , i loved reading every word, thank you for the beautiful story , thank you for writing something beautiful ,
I'm a 26 yr old former Marine, and I actually shed a few tears.
A very beautiful story, thank you.
Done just right! You not only pulled our heart strings, but made music at the same time. Thank you!
It is an amazing story. Being as short as it is, it generated really powerful emotions. I could almost watch, hear and smell people milling about Laura's vineyard. Hats off !
My wife and I also shared this dream until she was taken from me, bought a few tears and so many happy memories.
once in a while there is a story
once in a while there is a strory teller
which reaches out and grabs me by the heart strings
which makes my heart sing and my teary eyes sting
such is this
I am 73 and know I am coming to my end but is great to know there are people out there that can still bring tears to my eyes with their writing !
This is the most complete story I have read on this site. Truly an exceptional piece of writing.
This is one of the best stories I read on this site.
It brought a couple tears to the eyes.
Good Work.
I have to say, that after reading many stories over the years, this one has to be the best of the best....
Thank You for the love shown in this beautiful story!!!!!!
I thought when I saw the title on the list that I recognized it.
I was right.
I had to read it again.
It was still as great as I thought after reading it years ago.
Apparently there are many others who felt the same way.
God bless ! ! ! !
Just as so many others have said, it's still a great story every time I read it.
Thank you for a lovely story! You filled me with a warmth far different from what I expected on Literotica, for which I'm very appreciative.
I'm a senior retired engineer & have tasted many fine wines & many fine women. Your story is great. Bill
not enough sex. only one steamy scene shame they didnt do it again. also not much detail in that scene. still a very moving story thank you.
Amanda
i too found what one could call my first love from a older woman when i was 17 years old, thats been 60 years ago, why its hard to explain the memories are still with in me. a very wonderful story, and i would say a sexy story.
Beautiful story line Sex about right for the plot!!! No Need for more
Great!! Hope more stories come in future
A tender and sensuous story, much better than those with all the lurid details
Not often you read as well a written piece as this one. Genuinely moving, the sex was incidental to the story. Great.
I am in the process of starting my own vineyard in nc and greatly enjoyed this story. One of the best.
This is a wonderful and touching story that reaches to the very core of my being. The characters are REAL and the emotions, that are so subtly expressed, evoke a longing and tenderness that brings a smile to my face and leaves a warmth in my heart.
This story is as close to perfect as it can be!
BKS
I've never before read a story on literotica or anywhere else that left me feeling as I do now. During your story I felt the heat of desire spread through my body, wiped tears from my eyes, and rubbed at the goosebumps that ran like wild fire down my arms. Your story is incredible and so very believable. I want it to be true. The characters are developed, and real and I loved the tender undertones of your words. Thank you so much for writing this story. I'll look for more from you.
I really enjoyed this story. I got lost in it and was sorry to have it end. Keep up the good work.
Lovely. Simply lovely. To try to say anything else just wouldn't be right, except this. I've read a lot of stories on this website, and 99% of them lack any heart or soul. This one didn't. Lovely. Simply lovely! Thank you.
I came here for something erotic, but instead I was given a story which was truly beautiful.
Thank you very much!
This is an incredible love story that made me glad to have read it. Thank you for putting together what is arguably the best story I've read on this site.
Enjoyed this very mucb. One of the best I've read. Keep up the great work.
This story gave me a hard-on after some time and then later brought tears to my eyes as I read Laura's letter to Terry. Someone should make a movie out of this.