Monday, May 14, 2012

Tantelizing Tuesday Teaser #3

It's Tuesday, and you know what that means! It's teaser time, where several authors choose a picture to write 200 words about. The hard thing is, we aren't allowed to write any more or any less than 200 words. This week, I am giving you glimpse of what my life has been like for the past month and a half. Afterward, check out the other stories through the links I provide at the bottom of the page. Enjoy.

Rebecca sighed as tears fell down her face. Not having Brad in her life was the most painful feeling she had ever experienced. She felt as if she was surrounded by darkness forever. He was the love of her life. Everything she ever did was for him. Still, it was never enough.


She knew Brad loved her deeply, but he was an alcoholic. When the alcohol summoned him, their love, their life together didn’t matter. He would become someone completely different. When he was drunk, she didn’t even know him. Finally, it became too much and she left. She hoped that he loved her so much that it would force him to sober up. Then he’d come back to her at a later time. A new man. Then they’d start over and have the kind of relationship they deserved.
In the times where he seemed to be trying to stay away from his demon, Brad would treat Rebecca like a queen. The way he looked at her with such love sent chills throughout her body. When he was inside her, shockwaves would wrack her being. It was as if they truly were one. Now, life seemed cold and meaningless.

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20 comments:

  1. Lord girl, you speak to my heart. Sadly, I been there and done that. You captured the emotions beautifully. Well done.

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    1. Unfortunately, that is exactly what I am going through right now. The pain never subsides. Thank you for the beautiful comment.

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  2. It must be terrible to love someone and not be able to help them. Hugs, Leann.

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  3. I hope that was cathartic for you! This is very well written and very moving.

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  4. I thought it might have been written from the heart. Poignant post, l wish you brighter days together.

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  5. Wow, very touching on this teaser! When you spoke from the heart there I was very amazed and touched. It got me lost into your work. Great job!

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  6. Leann, the picture and the one you painted with your heartfelt words moved me.

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  7. Beautiful, powerful TTT. The picture and the description were woven seemlessly.

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  8. Powerful heartfelt words. Love the way you captured the feelings. Such a tragedy that love for her takes second place

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  9. "They" always say to write what you know, but this is so revealing......it's what we all know on one level or another. It has been my experience that it never works out they way you think you want it to. Touching, Leann, and very moving. Beautifully written through the tears:) xo

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  10. That my sweet girl was amazing. It made me tear up while I was reading it since I know your situation. I have lived it too and you will survive and thrive. This was from the heart and so beautiful...I could feel every one of the emotions. Great job.

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  11. Tough love is the hardest thing to do, for it hurts the the one doing the tough love as much as it does the one it is directed toward. I only hope it works to make my love realize what he has to do in order to have me in his life in the future. Tears are like diamonds. They are pure and precious. I am very pleased you all have enjoyed my teaser. Thank you. I cry from my soul.

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  12. Wow! That was so moving, so emotional and deep too. Very beautifully written, well done Leann.

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  13. Sorry you're going through this. Very moving post. (((hugs)))

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  14. I am stunned and at a loss for words. Poor Brad is sick, but his illness has hurt more than just himself. ((Hugs))

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    1. That it has. His real name is Brian Bowyer, and he is the love of my life.

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  15. I'm sorry Leann. Alcoholics... Shit. I grew up with one. Still is one --always will be -- and that has been the toughest pill to swallow.

    I understand your pain, and I hope you stay strong.

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