Redemption Of Drowning 4

Redemption of Drowning, Chapter 4

Written By: Mariann Carroll, Mother Combs, Denise E Lindquist and Randy Wayne Jellison-Knocks

Paul Willaims got stranded on an island but has no idea how he got there. He has a feeling he is not in his own body. In his isolation, he thought of his family. Are they looking for him?

So Paul gathered items he thought he would need to build him a fishing rod. But when he went to use the knife his wife, Judy had given him, he found that all he had was a ratty Buck knife in his pocket. That’s when he noticed that he was wearing jeans instead of the pants he customarily wore. But it was when he saw the cheap gold ring on his finger in place of the beautiful wedding ring that his wife had given him that he freaked out.

“What the fuck is going on here!!” He screamed at no one in particular. He was here on this island with someone else's belongings.

He knew he had to leave the island; the sooner, the better. So, while he concentrated on survival, he planned to escape from his prison. He set up a signal fire on the beach, prepared it to be lit at a moment's notice, and began work on a raft to sail off the coast with if it came down to it.

He worked as long as there was light to work, then he would sit on the beach and watch for the lights of ships, hoping to see one in the distance. Then he would sleep and get up the next morning and start again. He did this for days, not knowing exactly how long he was on the island before he finished his raft.

When the raft was completed, he looked for something to use for paddles and was pleased with his luck. He found two plastic paddles washed ashore that would be perfect for him. So he decided that he would spend the day looking for food to get off this island with tomorrow.

When he was home and rested, he planned on looking up his ex-girlfriend, Teresa, and thanking her for all the survival skills she had taught him when they were dating. He found that this whole escapade was making him miss her all the more, and he wished he’d married her instead.

He must look for some food. Paul thought of his relationship with Teresa. He thought of how she taught him how to fish without a fishing rod. She was an amazing woman. Why did she pick that other guy?

Oh, he knew why. That guy had been such a hot mess. No one liked him. She felt sorry for him, thought she might be able to save him from himself. He wasn't even particularly good looking. But she went so far as to marry him. He grumbled over how well that worked out.

Paul walked to the water and found a fish trap someone put in the water. Was it him? In the trap there was a large fish. That fish will make a good meal and maybe he can smoke the rest for another meal. How long had he been here was his question and will get back home?

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When Danny got home looking like Paul Williams. It confused the hell out of Terese. She starting thinking of the relationship she had with the real Paul Williams. He was good nature and kind.

Danny had to come along and ruin her attraction she had for Paul. Danny was great at using words without any action behind them.

The real Paul was more showing his caring ways with action. He would always make sure Teresa was well taken care of. If it was cold he would put the heater on in his truck. He would let her used his coat even if he would be cold. He would remember special dates and bring little cute gifts, that Teresa mention she liked.

Teresa still have the Bonsai tree that Paul give her seven years ago as a apartment warming present. When they first dated, Teresa mentioned she always wanted a miniature tree. Paul bought a book on how to take care of it.

Paul and Teresa had lots fond memories of going camping together. That was when Teresa thought Paul fishing.

“Hello Teresa , back to earth woman!!!” The Danny snapping his fingers trying to get Teresa attention who was in her own thoughts.

Special thanks goes out to Sharon, Denise and Randy for Collaborating with me on this story prompt. Chapter 4 was made possible by their writing expertise.

Stay tune for the next Chapter in the coming days. I never know who will be collaborating with this Redemption Of Drowning prompt story. I am so grateful for all these kind writers who made my dream come true. 🥰🥰🥰