The days between Christmas and New Year's Eve passed in a joyful blur as August and May continued to enjoy their time together with August's family. It had been a holiday season filled with laughter, love, and warmth, and as the year drew to a close, the two friends couldn't help but reflect on what lay ahead.
On the eve of New Year's, August and May sat by the fireplace, sipping champagne and watching the flickering flames. The soft strains of music played in the background, a melodic backdrop to their conversation.
August turned to May with a thoughtful expression. "You know, May, the end of the year always makes me think about what I want to achieve in the coming year. Have you thought about any New Year's resolutions?"
May's gaze drifted to the dancing flames as she considered the question. After a moment, she replied, "I have, August. My resolution for the new year is to try and get back in touch with my family. It's been a long time, and I'd like to see if we can reconcile and rebuild our relationship."
August smiled warmly at her friend. "That's a beautiful resolution, May. I hope you find the connection you're looking for."
May returned the smile, her eyes filled with determination. "Thank you, August. And what about you? Do you have any resolutions for the new year?"
August leaned back in her chair, her gaze turning towards the window where snowflakes gently fell from the night sky. "I do, May. My resolution is to make the most out of the year, to embrace every opportunity, and to live life to the fullest. I've come to realize that life is too short to let moments pass us by."
May nodded in understanding, her resolution reflecting the depth of her friendship with August. "That's a wonderful resolution, August. I'm sure you'll make the most of every moment."
As the clock neared midnight, August and May joined the countdown with the rest of the family. With each passing second, they felt a sense of anticipation for the year ahead.
"5...4...3...2...1... Happy New Year!" The room erupted in cheers, and August and May exchanged a warm hug, filled with hope and excitement for the journey that lay before them.
The new year had arrived, bringing with it the promise of new beginnings and fresh opportunities. August and May's resolutions were a testament to their growth as individuals and the strength of their friendship.
As they raised their glasses for a toast, May couldn't help but smile at August. "Here's to a year of new beginnings and rediscovered connections."
August clinked her glass with May's. "And here's to a year of making the most of every moment, together."
In that moment, as the first minutes of the new year passed, August and May knew that whatever challenges and adventures awaited them, they would face them with the support of their friendship and the determination to make their resolutions a reality.
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We fell in love in October
RomanceAugust is an art student living in Massachusetts with long brown hair and dark brown eyes when she meets May at a French-American cafe little did August know that this chance encounter would mark the beginning of a profound journey. Their lives were...
