The Story of Swan

 Swan was a good debater, excellent singer, brilliant student. She preferred being busy with religious lessons, dance, or poetry over mingling with others. Those around her were in captivated by her sweetness - her face was always accompanied by a smile, her presence with love and kindness. Most would forget about her shy and introverted nature. A good grade was her top priority. Anyone with feelings for her would get turned down. Her heart was locked away, any thoughts of a relationship swiftly shoved aside. As a university student, she decided to let someone pass her walls. The classic melody of love played out - a sense of safety, a fluttering heartbeat, the visions of a happy life. With him by her side, no misfortune would be unfortunate, no hill too steep to climb, no challenge too daunting. Only he resided in her thoughts. Only he was worthy of her time. Only he could be trusted with her heart. She was certain her story was now a fairy-tale with a remarkable happy ending. That was all in the past. Now she's not so sure about her fairy tale ending, but that's not something to be sad about, it's just life. Sometimes people take wrong turns, and sometimes a truck crashes into their car, leaving one dead and anothers life in a wreck.

Photo by Miriam Espacio