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New Year's Resolution

“When the ball drops I will…,” She lapsed

She stood amidst the throngs of people. Normally, she would watch the ball drop safe at home on her TV screen, but when her friends had all but carried her off this morning, she figured it was easier to just go along. Ofcourse that was before the noise, crowds and cold.

Well at least it’ll make a cool story She sighed

“Julie” a voice called
“Here” She answered
Her boyfriend suddenly appeared next to her.

“For you,”He said, handing her a cup of warm liquid
“Thanks,Mark” Julie answered

She sipped. It was hot chocolate. The warmth cheered her just in time. There was a commotion in the crowd.

10-9-8…
Julie turned to watch as the silver ball descended the needle. Suddenly she felt Mark take her hand. She turned

7-6-5
He leaned closer.

4-3-2-1
Their lips met. She wrapped her arms around him.

When the ball drops I will start an amazing year with the guy I love

It was the best New Year’s Resolution she ever made

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