Secluded from the modern day world, it exists in a world of tranquility. It is surrounded by lush green foilage and an occasional splash of color. There is a river called Bountiful. Pristine and untainted it flows-more like a stream-through the forest, bringing life all around. A family of black bears visit occasionally to have a hearty meal of fish. Herds of deer and racoons abound. Birds of all species share their hearts-a sound words cannot describe.
Next to the cabin is a garden full of herbs and vegetables. Rain is the main source of water, but the river helps. The garden is plentiful, enough to feed many and it does.
Inside the cabin, there is a small kitchen and a big wooden table. In the loft there is a bed. A collection from far away travels adorns every corner. Pictures and keepsakes treasured are there to remind him of the life he has lived. An armchair sits, facing the back window. There are many books. It is filled with memories. There is love.
A man lives there. He tills and takes care of the garden. He is almost as old as the cabin. It was theirs a long time ago; he is trying to restore what was once their home. They built it together in harder times. They had their children there. They left to make a better living for their family.
The man is strong and intelligent, yet humble and simple. Wanting for nothing he is grateful for all he has and all he has been given. He works wonders with his hands, crafting works of beauty with precision and skill. He has lived a life of integrity and love.
He misses his wife of fifty years. After she passed, he abandoned the rush of the world for simplicity once again. He yearned to be back where he could think...remember. He wanted to be back where he could feel her the most.
Though the man is old in years, his heart is young. He has rugged hands and plenty of wrinkles, yet he gives all that he has. He gives his harvest to those with nothing. He spends his time blessing the lives of others with his knowledge and talent. When visitors comes, he does all he can to make them comfortable and give them what they need.
This is a man who understands what life is all about. She helped him realize the purpose. He has taken what life has given him and made the most out of it. A man refined by trial, emerging victorious, he is ready to meet his maker where his life really began all those years ago.
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I think it is interesting how different yours is from Marianne's. Just goes to show how many different perspectives there can be on any given thing in life. Good job!
Thanks for your perspective Lacey! It is pretty interesting the different directions we both took this. Apparently I'm a pecimist. Thanks for shedding some light and happiness on it! Good job! You liked how you were able to really characterize the man living there and give him a story.
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