In The Blink Of An Eye

New Beginning

For more than a year my life had been all about saving someone, helping someone, doing the thing I needed to do to make someone else happy. I didn't even talk to my family because I was scared of them getting hurt in the process. I gave up my life, in order to save other lives. I don't even remember what a normal life felt like anymore. My whole life had revolved around others, that I did nothing to make myself feel alive.

I was scared to fall in love, because I was going to hurt someone. I was scared to walk around because of the fear of being followed. I didn't talk on the phone without having the feeling that someone was listening to me. I couldn't fall asleep without being woken up by some kind of horrible nightmare. At the end all I had to show for it were scars on my body from being shot, abused, hurt, damaged and heartbroken.

I've had more than enough of it all.

I was done trying, I was done pretending, sacrificing, being hurt and used. I was always putting everyone and anything in front of myself, and I was done with it.

"So how long are you planning on staying here?"

"As long as it takes for me to get my life back."

"You're going to love it here. This could be your fresh start."

"To new beginnings, and painful endings."

Once we were done eating, he drove me to the cabins. I stepped out of the car and waved goodbye. As I looked around and headed to the front, I made a promise to put myself first. This was my chance at a new life. I saw a sign that read "Twildwell Mountain Top Cabin Rentals" and I walked through the front doors where I was greeted by an older gentleman.

"Welcome to Twildwell, how can I help you?"

"I actually need to rent a cabin."

"I'll be more than happy to assist you. How many people do you need the cabin for?"

"Just for myself. I'm here all alone."

"We have two options available for one person. We have the waterfront cabins and also the mountain view cabins. You can take a look at what each one has to offer and let me know what you decide."

I took the template and looked at each one. After carefully reading and looking at pictures, I decided on one.

"I made up my mind. I would like to rent the waterfront cabin."

"Great choice. I will put you in the "Riverwood Cabin for two." I know you said you are alone, but it's a little larger and plus you're our earliest customer today, so it's a little gift from me."

"Thank you so much. That's very kind."

"Here are your keys and I will drive you over there right away if you're ready."

"I'm ready. We can go."

He looked at me and looked at my hands which were only carrying my phone and a wallet. He must have thought I had forgotten something in the car.

"Do you need me to help you with your bags?

"It won't be necessary. I actually don't have any."

He looked at me confused but didn't question me, which I was very glad about. The last thing I wanted to do was have to explain anything to anyone. Within a few minutes we were at my cabin. The place I called home for a long time.

"Hope you enjoy your stay and let me know if you need anything."

"I will thank you."

I stood at my door and waved goodbye. I walked into the cabin which was really beautiful. It felt cozy and welcoming. This was exactly where I wanted to be. It was actually too dark to see anything outside so I was excited until the morning when I would be able to enjoy the scenery and the beautiful river. Even though I couldn't see much, I definitely heard the river running all through the mountains which was a very peaceful sound. Since I fell asleep in the car on my way here, I wasn't sleepy at all once I got to my cabin. I put my phone to the side with my wallet, laid on the bed and turned on the TV. As small as Duskwood was, there was almost some type of noise going on outside. However, this place was way too quiet. So I hoped by turning the television on, it would make me feel less alone.