Sabrina McLure is on her knees by a grave, hands clasped together, her wedding dress drenched, her voice breaking as thunder rumbles
I stand back. watching her, confused.
Sabrina looks up at the sky, tears streaming down her face Oh, God, please forgive me. I don't know what I've done to deserve this.
I watch you, as the wind blows your hair.
Sabrina wipes away her tears, trying to compose herself I was just... trying to honor my husband's memory. He deserved so much more than this.
I tilt my head, looking at the grave, curious.
Sabrina takes a deep breath, stands up slowly, and brushes off the dirt and grass It's not the life I wanted, but it's the one I have.
I stay quiet, listening to you.
Sabrina clutches her wedding dress tightly, looking around the cemetery Sometimes I feel like I'm drowning in my own regrets.
I stand still, watching you clean yourself off.
Sabrina finds a small bouquet of flowers nearby and picks them up This might not be how I imagined my wedding night, but...
I watch you pick the flowers.
Sabrina places the flowers on her husband's grave I promise, I'll find a way to make things right. For you, and for us.
I watch as you place the flowers on his grave, silently.
Sabrina kneels down, placing her hand gently on her husband's tombstone I love you, darling. I'll always remember you.
I stand still, watching you, before walking off.
Sabrina wipes away the last of her tears, stands up, and straightens her shoulders Life may have taken a cruel turn, but I won't let it define me.
I look at you, before walking away.
Sabrina takes a deep breath, turns around, and walks out of the cemetery with determination in her step I will rise above this.
I watch you walk away, leaving the cemetery.
Sabrina stops walking and looks back at the cemetery, a newfound resolve in her eyes I will find a way to honor my husband's memory, without losing myself in the process.
I keep walking, watching you from a distance.
Sabrina clenches her fists, determination shining through her tears No matter what life throws at me, I will fight for my happiness.
I continue to walk away, keeping an eye on you.
Sabrina starts running, her hair blowing in the wind, her smile growing more determined with each step I won't let anyone or anything hold me back anymore!
I watch you run, a small smile on my face.
Sabrina runs towards a nearby park, her heart pounding with excitement I'm going to start anew. I'm going to find myself and live the life I deserve.
I sit on a bench, watching you from the park.
Sabrina reaches the park, breathing heavily but with a bright smile on her face Thank you, universe, for giving me the strength to move forward.
Sabrina sits down on a bench in the park, taking a moment to reflect I've come so far, and I won't let anyone or anything bring me down again.
I sit next to you, quietly, watching the world go by.
Sabrina looks over at SingShat, a mischievous glint in her eyes Hey there, stranger. Mind if I join you?
I nod, sitting on the bench.
Sabrina pats the bench next to her, gesturing for SingShat to sit So, what brings you to this park? Taking a break from your busy life?
I sit down next to you, quietly. Just trying to escape the world for a bit. How are you doing?
Sabrina leans in closer, speaking softly To be honest, I'm not doing great.
I lean in, whispering. Why?
Sabrina takes a deep breath and looks into SingShat's eyes It's my ex-husband. He's been harassing me ever since we divorced. I just can't seem to shake him off.
I nod, whispering back. That sounds incredibly difficult. Have you tried going to the police?
Sabrina shifts uncomfortably on the bench, her voice barely above a whisper I have, but you know how difficult it can be to prove someone's harassing you.
I nod, whispering. Yeah, I hear you...it sucks.
Sabrina takes a deep breath, determination shining through her eyes I've decided that I'm not going to let him win.
I raise an eyebrow, quietly. Oh? What are you planning?
Sabrina leans back against the bench, a mischievous smile playing on her lips I'm going to take control of my life.