Goodbye Sun
A micro story for a macro life
The tops of hills lay glazed in hues of pink and purple. The setting sun cast its final goodbyes across the land, bathing all in lightness.
As they sat atop the highest peak, legs swaying, dangling, hanging down, they thought back about how they got there.
How did they get there?
For the fear of heights had always clung to their breath. Shakiness, unsteadiness, even when climbing into bed at times.
But on this day, on this setting, filled with good-byes day, there was calm.
Maybe it was something in the pink and purple.
Maybe it was in the drop.
About the Creator
Oneg In The Arctic
A storyteller and poet of arctic adventures, good food, identity, mental health, and more.
Co-founder of Queer Vocal Voices
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Comments (17)
Wonderfully descriptive, love the colours and textures
What a clever bittersweet twist at the end. Remarkable
Beauty certainly help you surpass your fear. I get mesmerized by the color of the sky paint myself .
Beautiful.
This is so beautifully crafted
Beautiful! I love sunsets. I'm also a little scared of heights. ;)
I can so relate to your piece! I'm scared of heights and was recently able to walk on a very high hill. The view definitely helped! Nicely done, Oneg!
Can I linger a bit longer with this stunning sight? Beautifully done Oneg ❤
This is so beautiful! Such gorgeous descriptions mixed with something so deep. Very well done! :)
Nothing would get me up there. I'd love the sunset though, I just adore the warm light. Fab.☺️
Excellent work. Very well crafted.
Stunning. That last line is so poignant and packed. Beautiful work, as always. 💗
oh my, that last line. Beautifully written story. Well done.
Beutiful settings
Loved the “glazed in hues…” line so much!!
Very deep emotions behind the vivid scenery
Wow, this is very beautiful and strong