Flash Fiction for Aspiring Writers-
Flash Fiction for Aspiring Writers ~ Writing challenge week 4. The goal is to write a story between 100-150 words (give or take 25 words) based on the provided photo.
ROMANCE ON THE RIVER
by John Yeo
The reflection of the beautiful blue sky on the surface of the calm waters of the river boded well for our romantic afternoon. The hampers were packed, stacked and loaded with several cases of champagne in the cold room. Family and friends of family began to arrive and the three barges we had hired were ready to go. Beautiful music was made by a trio of musicians on the central barge.
Suddenly Wagner’s famous “Bridal Chorus” was softly and melodiously sounding as you arrived at the quayside in a white Rolls Royce. Escorted by bridesmaids and pages you boarded our barge, smiling happily behind your veil. I stood by your side and the priest uttered the timeless words, we both responded, “I do”. We were now to spend the rest of our lives together.
Two majestic white swans glided by on the surface of the river, followed by six cygnets.You grinned, then laughed and said, “No not six Darling!”.
(159 words)
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What a beautiful and romantic story John. I loved it. 🙂
Thanks Joy ~ I thought I would respond without the stress, blood or sorrow, this time ~ I’m glad you enjoyed this 🙂
It’s nice to have light hearted and happy posts among all those dark ones some folks are drawn to write.
You’ve set the scene perfectly for this lovely, romantic story, John. Blue sky, calm water, fine music and good friends: ideal for a wedding. (Personally, I like the idea of six! My cygnets are all big swans now.) 🙂
Wonderful response Millie ~ I bet those big swans are gliding in and out of your calm waters at all times 🙂
Perfect romantic afternoon. I enjoyed reading this.
Thanks luckyjc007 ~ Nice to hear from you 🙂
That was beautifully written John – it sounds like the setting for the perfect wedding 🙂
Thanks tn ~ Glad you enjoyed it 🙂
Thanks for the compliment ~ 🙂
A lovely story, John. Very descriptive. The first sentence sets the scene perfectly.
I’m so glad you enjoyed this Creatopath ~ Peace ~ 🙂
Now this . . . this is love. So simple, timeless, and romantic. You even had me laugh at the perfect moment. Thank you for writing this!
Thanks Izzy, for your lovely comment~Glad you enjoyed this.
Nice romantic piece. What a lovely wedding 🙂