Fiction
Memories
Here I Am reminiscing on How life used to be;How it was to have a family,a Real family.Meredith was all that I had after the tragic death of her mother. Her mother was a quintessential personality crowned with her indefatigability; if only death didn't snatch her away form my hands.
Meredith's fortitude was what gave me courage for a Better future. Her smiles could light up the world or even save a life. Although she was just eleven years old,she was indomitable. Watching her grow up was one of the best things Any father could ask for.
Having long walks on the beach with the sun smiling down at us, pushing her on a swing,watching her play and above all her determination to become a doctor were all memories now.
I was fast asleep When I felt an unusual urge to check on Meredith. My heart skipped a beat as I tiptoed along the hall.The hoots of owls and the whistling of the wind only made me more agitated in the silent house. All of a sudden,I heard screams from the kitchen and shattering of glass.
My hearing didn't fail me,the screams grew louder and louder until they suddenly became faint. I moved further towards the kitchen only to see blood and broken glass on the floor. It was too late. Amidst the blood and glass was Meredith's rosary. I was right,someone did break in.Meredith was gone.
Now I sit on the porch holding Meredith's rosary. I feel her presence, like she is watching over me. Perhaps she is incognito.
Osarennoma Ogbeide.
Here I Am reminiscing on How life used to be;How it was to have a family,a Real family.Meredith was all that I had after the tragic death of her mother. Her mother was a quintessential personality crowned with her indefatigability; if only death didn't snatch her away form my hands.
Meredith's fortitude was what gave me courage for a Better future. Her smiles could light up the world or even save a life. Although she was just eleven years old,she was indomitable. Watching her grow up was one of the best things Any father could ask for.
Having long walks on the beach with the sun smiling down at us, pushing her on a swing,watching her play and above all her determination to become a doctor were all memories now.
I was fast asleep When I felt an unusual urge to check on Meredith. My heart skipped a beat as I tiptoed along the hall.The hoots of owls and the whistling of the wind only made me more agitated in the silent house. All of a sudden,I heard screams from the kitchen and shattering of glass.
My hearing didn't fail me,the screams grew louder and louder until they suddenly became faint. I moved further towards the kitchen only to see blood and broken glass on the floor. It was too late. Amidst the blood and glass was Meredith's rosary. I was right,someone did break in.Meredith was gone.
Now I sit on the porch holding Meredith's rosary. I feel her presence, like she is watching over me. Perhaps she is incognito.
Osarennoma Ogbeide.
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