“Yay! Dad!”
“Oh, my little sweetheart! How are you?”
“Wow! You bought me a gift! There is something in your hands! No, please don’t hide it. Mom, daddy bought me a gift!”, little Stella exclaimed all the way as she ran downstairs to greet her dad.
” Stella, baby it is for your birthday.”
“MY BIRTHDAY! Dad, ten days are left for my birthday. How am I going to wait for that long?”
“Waiting for little things in life makes them more enjoyable.”, Stella’s mom quoted as she picked her up.
” ..and, you will like it more if you opened the gift on your birthday,” said Stella’s Dad as he exited out of the lobby towards his study to keep the briefcase and the gift there.
A disappointed Stella retreated to her room. Her stubborn and curious ten-year-old brain refused to comprehend that she might have to wait to experience the joy imprisoned behind the shiny and colorful gift paper.
She decided that at night, she will sneak inside her father’s study, take a look at what’s inside the gift box and then re-wrap the paper.
Stella waited patiently till midnight. Staying up was not an issue as the curiosity snatched all the little sleep that Stella had.
After what seemed like forever, she mustered up the courage to quietly get out of her room, check if her parents are finally asleep, get downstairs and run to her father’s study.
She flicked on the light switch. the light-filled the room, revealing the beautiful pink shiny gift-wrapped box to her eyes.
She tip-toed to the box, since the study was directly under her parents’ bedroom, even the smallest sounds would have reached there. She reached the table and straight away went for the box. The table was a little higher for her height, so she jumped. She got the box after two attempts but she accidentally knocked off her father’s pen-holder off the table.
SHE FROZE.
The loud thud definitely woke her parents up. They came running downstairs. As they reached the study, they slowed down as they feared a robber to be in there.
They slowly tried to peak in and…… “HAHAHAHAHA!”. Upon finding Stella with the gift standing near the table, they burst out laughing.
“I would lie if I said that it was not expected.” teased her mother.
Stella turned pink from embarrassment but considering how funny the situation had gotten, she also started laughing. Her father took a break from laughing and picked Stella up. “Come let’s open the gift.” The mischief in his voice brought a joking grin on the mother’s face too.
Stella’s face changed emotions from embarrassment to laughter, to shock and then to joy and excitement within seconds.
Stella’s father sat her down on the couch and gave her the gift saying, “Happy birthday dear!”
Stella quickly unwrapped the box finding a very beautiful dollhouse inside. She exclaimed in joy, “WOW!”
” You like it?”
“Yes, it’s so pretty….”
Her dad and mom looked at each other and smiled.
“Now come Stella, you will be late for school!”
“Okay, Mom. Good night Dad, love you.” , Stella waved a kiss to her dad and left the room with her mom.
The phone rang……..TRRRRNN……TRRRRRNNN……
“Stella!Stella!”, someone shouted from behind. The abrupt voice pulled Stella out of her memories. She turned around to find John running towards her.
John, her fiancé, she met her five years ago in college. He is the vice-president of a company. A tall, handsome and charming man with a smile that felt like home. no wonder Stella’s restless heart found peace with him.
“Stella, are you okay? You were not picking up my calls. I was worried.” Stella checked her phone, it had seven missed calls!
“I am okay…I just got caught up in some thoughts. Anyways, what about the paperwork? How long is it going to? We need to sell this place as soon as possible.”
Stella, the girl who was once madly in love with her parents’ house, was now standing here and talking about selling it. She, for sure, felt hollow. Her brain was caught in the whirlwind of numbers but her heart was silently praying for everything to stop.
John replied, breaking the stream of her thoughts once again, “Actually, it should have been done by now but our lawyer has to suddenly travel for some business, so…….”
“Oh, okay.”
“Ya, we will come back the next week.” , John reassured.
“Can I stay here till the next meeting.” Her heart started pounding in her chest as she asked that. It was hard to tell what the feeling was, but it was there and strong.
“Are you sure you will manage alone? I mean, this place has been abandoned for a while.”
” Yes, I am sure I will figure it out.”
” Okay, then.”
They gave each other a good-bye kiss. As John’s car drove out of the driveway, Stella could feel the demons of fear and guilt rise out of her confusing numbness. After the last bit of John’s car faded away, she turned around towards the house. She stood there, still for a while, exploring her surroundings with her teared-up eyes.
Dreams and ambitions, they have a mystic power. They can turn everything around, just in a moment.
She pushed her tears back. “So, my sweet home, I will be troubling you, for the last time.” She sighed heavily and started towards the door, trying to cover her tears by her smile.
Why does Stella want to sell her house? Where is her family? What is waiting for Stella beyond that door? Find out in the upcoming chapters of “When I walked through”. Follow the blog to receive an e-mail every time we release a new chapter.
Oo , I’m curious
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A nice start. Keep going. God bless you !
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Thank you so much Sir!
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Excited for the next one.. Just finished with this. Good going
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Thank you so much Manvi! I am so glad that you liked the chapter!
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Life is full of ambitions , that can change at moments notice well one door will close another awaits your driven compassion . Never be afraid to risk failing , and being defeated life is about how you respond to adversity rise up or lay smouldering in the ashes of ruin .
The only way to embrace the storm is endure and wage through its tormenting terror.
Cheers
A P E X
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Very well said! The journey of life is extremely dynamic. When life throws us a curve ball, everything reduces to the way we deal with it. Either you fight back and win or you seize your endeavors and let life knock you down. The way forward is paved by our calling in that moment.
Thanks for sharing this here. I really appreciate it!
Cheers!
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Anytime keep doing what you are doing
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😊 Thank you so much!
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Vedprakashgaba
I appreciate very good story
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Thank you so much! I am glad you like it!
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Great writing!!
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Thank you so much! I am glad you like it!
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Nice start. Continue the writing, it’s unfolding well.
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Thank you so much! I am so glad that you like the story!
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great chapter and looking forward to reading more of your stories – beth
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Thank you so much Beth! I am so glad that you like the chapter!
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Thanks fro sharing, great writing! Thanks also for the ‘follow’ – look froward to seeing more of yours! Peace and blessings!
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You’re welcome! I am so glad that you like my work!
Even I am looking forward to more of your posts!
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A house with so many memories.
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Yes, indeed a house with many memories!
Thank you for stopping by my blog!
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“waiting for little things in life makes it more enjoyable.” I can’t agree any less. Great one dear!
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Absolutely! Life would become a lot more peaceful if we become a little more patient!
Thank you so much!
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Patience is a virtue that every one should desire to possess. I’m glad I found your blog!
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True!
That is so sweet of you! 😊❤
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First half of the chapter brings a smile on face… Wont be able to stop myself from reading all the chapters.😊Keep it up.👍
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Thank you so much! I am so glad that you like the chapter! I hope that the rest of the story meets your expectations!
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😊😊your most welcome ..your writing style is awesome..
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Thank you so much!😊 I am so glad that you like my writing style!😊❤
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😊😊😊absolutely💛
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Its so beautiful! I’m really excited to read the next chapter, and I love the name Stella! It means “Star” in Italian. ❤ Love it!
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I love the name ‘Stella’ too! Thank you so much! I am so glad that you like the chapter! I hope that the rest of the story meets your expectation!😊
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I read the rest, it was really good, and I’m excited for your newest chapter! ❤
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I am glad that you like the story so far!😊
The next chapter will be coming soon!😊❤
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Eee! Yay! ❤
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❤❤😊
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I’ve only read one post and I’m already in love with your poetic soul and your stream of consciousness writing. So beautiful. Thank you for putting your authentic self out there for us to celebrate. If you get a chance I would love it if you checked my blog out, I feel that it would resonate with you! Looking forward to reading more!💕
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Thank you so much!😊
Your comment really warms my heart.😊❤️ I am so glad that I could connect with you through my words! I hope that the rest of the posts meet your expectations too!
…I would definitely visit your blog! 😊
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Sure! I’d love to. Thank you for considering my blog!😊💕
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😊❤️…My pleasure.😊
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What a lovely and unexpected beginning!
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Thank you so much! I am so glad that you like the beginning!
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Wow, a young girl spoiled with love. My inner child is jealous. But I can understand the parents now that I’m a mom, still, I’ll make her wait her wait to her birthday if I was them because that will make her so excited it’s worth the torment of making her wait. BUT yes, I’m curious as to why she has to sell it.
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Haha! Very true! Even I miss being that spoiled little pampered girl.
I understand! Although, I am not a parent yet, but still, the art to wait is an art worth learning. I believe it’s very essential to live a happy life.
Oh! I am so glad that my story could involve you and pique your interest. I hope that the rest of the chapters meet your expectations.💕
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I will, I’m just taking my time because I’m currently reading two paperbooks and three ebooks and a dozen other webnovels. SO many books so little time hahaha 😂
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Hahaha! I can totally relate to you! Sometimes we get started with so many books that it gets difficult to finish them! Haha!
I understand! Take your time😊
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Thank you so much for the re-blog! I am so glad that you like the story and the blog! Means a lot 💕💕😊😊
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Yuppers!
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😀 😀 😀
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Very interesting and heart-tugging story! I can’t wait to continue reading to find the answers. Thank you for reading and following my blog – that means so much – which also led me to your blog. So glad! Blessings to you 🙂
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Thank you so much Mindy! It is such a pleasure to have you here. I am so glad you like the story and the characters could intrigue you.
I am really looking forward to your feedback on the rest of the story!
Have a great day!🙂💜
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A bright story, voyaging through endless perspective of life.
On to the next one!!
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I am so glad you like the story Tanishq… It genuinely warms my heart to hear that my work could add value. I hope the rest of the chapters meet your expectations. Thank you so much for stopping by ❤
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