by Hopeless1
a fragile thing that leaves lasting scars long after it is gone from us. For those of us who love deeply it is even more tragic, for it hardens our hearts to the possibility of loving another, if we are not careful. Well written and very sad.
that this is fiction. If it is a true story, maybe some day you can get over her. Thanks for sharing.
unlike horseshoes or hand gernades close is sometimes not achieved as it requires both parties sharing somewhat equally.
In this case, he never deserved her. They weren't equals in his eyes and she apparently noticed his insecurity and agreed.
It can be too large a load to carry for that person so as uneven as it was she wasn't comfortable. Once he begins to like himself more than he does now, his future could be better elsewhere.
A well writen story, but it could have been greatly improved if the writer had integrated into the story the circumstances leading to his lost loves departure. the Ct. Yankee
I agree with all the comments below.
This is a good heartfelt short story.
Non-Erotic maybe but certainly sensual and moving.
Please keep writing