One chance encounter leads to a lifetime of memories. But is this true love? Or random coincidence? On this episode, Yesterday, our short story leads us directly into a discussion on soul mates, the truth of love, and even a little biology. Come for the depth, stay for the laughter and don’t miss the latest SMIRK!
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Want to read Amanda’s story “Yesterday” in full? Think you can identify the moral or theme for this episode? Read it below, and then take a listen to the podcast.
Yesterday
I remember that day like it was yesterday. It was one I’ll never forget, for the rest of my life, because it changed everything. Seventeen years old with my entire life ahead of me, and yet I already had one thing figured out.
It was a warm and sunny day, which is always a nice surprise when you live in the Midwest. Given the weather, my brothers and I decided to go to the park. And that’s where it all happened, that park changed my life.
See, now I’ve been married for fifty years to the love of my life, I have eleven amazing children, and even grandchildren. Life has treated me well, but that day at the park really changed things.
My brothers and I were ready to start up a new chaotic adventure, and that’s when it happened. I fell in love. All it took was a single glance at her lovely face and I knew… I knew I wanted to marry her. She had this silky dark hair, and these incredible gray-blue eyes. You know the ones I’m talking about, the ones that those who have ’em always think are generic and simple, but really they’re the most beautiful and intricate. She had a way with her smile, and as soon as her eyes met mine, I knew. She was there with her sisters, and I, there with my brothers, but I finally worked up the nerve to talk to her.
Some people question these moments, but we all have felt an instant connection to another at some point. A moment that takes your breath away. A moment where you instantly know: this is what I want.
And that moment – meeting Elizabeth – was the first time that I knew this is what I wanted, this was meant for me, and I could love this woman for the rest of my life. And I have – fifty years later – but I remember that day like it was yesterday.