OLWG 393

“Look over there, did you see that?” Joe pointed at the shooting star. “Quick, make a wish, hurry, because this night will end and you’ll miss it!” Joe was a dreamer, one of the soft hearted young men that are in the shadows these days. He was intelligent, quiet and still believed in wonder.

Mariah looked, but she missed it. She cuddled up next to Joe thinking how sweet he was. He was a rare find, always paid attention to what she had to say with interest, and had a genuine personality. Joe was almost childlike, with a huge imagination. It was if he was sitting on a rainbow, and he could look down and see all the good things that happen, not concentrating on the sadness Mariah saw every day. She was a social worker and it was a relief to spend time with Joe after her work day was over.

“Don’t worry”, Joe offered. “I’m certain there will be another one coming.” He gave Mariah a quick kiss and shifted closer.

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