West of New Orleans
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Last published Sun, May 11, 2025
"Do you ever look up at the stars and wonder, 'why'?" I gazed at the glorious expanse above and the divine luminaries in a sea of pure ebony. I glanced at him, only to discover his eyes searching my face. "What is it?" I said, my voice breaking the sacred spell.
"Your eyes have given me a rare glimpse into the soul of Ann Beaumont. And it was very beautiful."
I felt a warm tear slip down my cheek. I hadn't known I was crying. He took my hand and gently kissed it.
"It's time for me to go."
I heard the well disguised crack in his voice. I thought he was going to return to the house, but he didn't. He turned, pulled me into his arms, and kissed me, one last time.
"Good bye Ann." He touched my hair before turning to the barn.
"I love you." I said softly into the night.
*NOTE*
Characters are loosely based on those from the hit Western, "Bonanza."
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