An azure sea melded with the horizon. The never fading sunset washed the landscape with its golden hues. Puffy cumulous clouds wafted lazily about hither and yon. The gently washing waves whispered softly. Seagulls dipped their feet in the glistening waters before returning to the woman sitting on the handmade quilt spread just beyond the reach of the sands. The soft green grass tickled her bare toes as she tossed a morsel from her picnic basket to the hovering birds. Blooming mimosas danced in the breeze, as did her dark hair, when she turned to look over her shoulder, expecting guests any moment. Excitement spilled a melodious laugh from her lips. Her brown eyes sparkled as two people in flowing robes emerged from behind the dunes. She waved as she rose from the blanket, her immaculate gown falling perfectly into place. Embracing greetings exchanged, the three of them sat down upon the quilt. As they talked, the breeze grew still. The candles on the cake were lit. She made her wish and blew them out. 2008-07-12T14:52:39Z http://ficlets.com/feed/story/35721 <p>Stunning descriptions in the first few paragraphs, and I love the title. Beautiful; may she have a great time in heaven.</p> http://ficlets.com/stories/35721?basename=79199 2008-07-12T14:52:39Z Stovohobo http://ficlets.com/authors/stovohobo <p>As the others have already noted&#8230; just beautiful. What a great read.</p> http://ficlets.com/stories/35721?basename=75187 2008-07-01T12:23:32Z KevMullins http://ficlets.com/authors/kevmullins <p>This was a very beautiful story. Though I was unaware they gave out guest passes to Heaven. Since I don&#8217;t think Elvis was Mormon, and as we all know from South Park: Bigger, Longer, and Uncut, it&#8217;s the Mormons who got it right and made it to Heaven. =P</p> http://ficlets.com/stories/35721?basename=74934 2008-06-30T05:09:22Z John Perkins http://ficlets.com/authors/johnperkins21 <p>Breathtaking, Jenunique. I was expecting something humorous when I read the title, and then reading this just about floored me. Your grandma sounds like she was an incredible woman. :)</p> http://ficlets.com/stories/35721?basename=74855 2008-06-29T20:16:24Z Ana Cristina http://ficlets.com/authors/asimon78 <p>Even though I was on vacation I remembered her birthday also. I think it is very possible that would be a favorite way for her to spend an afternoon. I especially like to imagine her being able to rise easily from the quilt, and to walk effortlessly to meet her guests. Great story!</p> http://ficlets.com/stories/35721?basename=74761 2008-06-29T05:11:14Z judee4u2 http://ficlets.com/authors/judee4u2 <p>Yep, I&#8217;m crying. This was absolutely stunning. I don&#8217;t have words to express how incredibly beautiful this is.</p> http://ficlets.com/stories/35721?basename=74728 2008-06-29T01:30:46Z RainDance http://ficlets.com/authors/raindance <p>two words:<br />five stars.</p> http://ficlets.com/stories/35721?basename=74708 2008-06-28T22:49:13Z invisibility_disability http://ficlets.com/authors/invisible_stories <p>my wife had to come in ask me what was wrong cause i am crying like a saints fan at playoff time.</p> http://ficlets.com/stories/35721?basename=74698 2008-06-28T21:10:37Z Mighty-Joe Young http://ficlets.com/authors/user_8969 <p>Obviously, this one is dedicated to my Grandma, or <em>Memmaw</em>. Yesterday was her birthday and I imagine this is how she spent it, with two of her favorite people. She only got to see the ocean once, so she probably spends a lot of time there now. (I really miss her.) Thanks for letting me ramble&#8230; :)</p> http://ficlets.com/stories/35721?basename=74695 2008-06-28T20:41:45Z Jenunique http://ficlets.com/authors/jenunique