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An Epistolary Affair (Complete work)
I’m so sorry that I can’t tell you more about her whereabouts, but seeing how close you both are, I am convinced that she will be in touch very soon.
T, I am fully aware that you might feel unsettled and angry at me. A woman you have never seen in your life and who suddenly knows so much about you and your feelings. And I would completely understand if you decided to throw this letter away, and never pursue this correspondence. I can only hope that you will decide against it, because there are many things I want to tell you.
I want to tell you all I can see from my windows.
I want to tell you what every day is like in the most romantic city in the world.
I want to tell you that, yes T, Paris is every bit as beautiful as people who have been there say it is.
… And I want to tell you that for me it wasn’t a key… It was a mixed tape…
I was 16, and his name was Matthew. We had been going out for several weeks. At the time, I was fully aware of my sexual preferences, but like you, I wanted to “fit in”. Not because of society-induced reasons, I was proud of who I was, and nothing could have had me deny myself.
… Nothing except my father.
A severe and authoritarian man whose high expectations had already driven his elder daughter away, and who was repeating the same mistakes with the younger.
I had always tried to please him in every possible way, and had gotten to the point where I just wanted to be left alone.
Having a boyfriend had granted me that wish.
Matthew was handsome, well-educated, and from one of the most wealthy families in Philadelphia. He was kind and attentive, and I liked him a lot, so I just went along with it.
That was until the mixed tape…
He gave it to me one evening, telling me how he had picked each and every song carefully, thinking about me while he had, and hoping I would feel the same.
And then it happened…
The three words… These three fateful words that would forever have the amazing power to change anybody’s life.
Well that day, they changed mine… Not in that universal way that most people spend their lives waiting for, but for the best nonetheless.
The moment I heard the words, I realized that I longed to hear them. And I knew that someday, and from the right person, those words would have the amazing power to change MY life.
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talaula says
I remember this. Beautifully written. Thank you K and Kword. You made a great team.
BenMac says
I had not read this story when it was first posted. It was before I knew of the site. I feel blessed that it was brought to my attention.
Letter writing of all sorts is a special genre for me. It is easy to bare the soul in a letter, easy to fall in love through a letter, and the way you two have handled this process is incredible to say the least. You have tapped into something that I can’t describe.
But these lines: “I’m sorry for this outburst, especially as I finish this letter, but I feel like I can tell you anything. And I know it’s silly, but I already feel better for having confided in you. How is it that you, that I know through your words only, can make me feel calmer than anyone has ever been able to? Could it be that connection again? … Will we ever know?…” Oh wow…yep, been there…just incredible.
Thank you.
didi1956 says
I remember this story.Glad you are back.
skycaptain says
I don’t remember reading this story, but it is beautiful and I am glad I got the chance to read it now. Thank you for sharing.
didi1956 says
I remember this story..Beautiful writen.Please continue writing for us.
Bibi28 says
Wow, i remember this story, I’m so glad you reposted it again.
It is wonderful written and absolute one of my favourites.
lipitora says
I remember this story, and I’ve even got under the influence.
This story prompted me to read most of the stories you write, and so I loved the most, especially Savanna. :-)
thank you both
beachgal5863 says
I remember reading this before and it is just as captivating the second time!
mamadoc91 says
Thank you! Truly beautiful images were evoked when I read this. Wonderful and moving.
ally4cleo says
I absolutely adore this story. Thank you for sharing it.
aseancat says
WoW!
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WoW!
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WoW!
Nanc says
Nicely written, brava!. And ‘Thank You’ for posting.
teegirl says
Good thing Kins because I didn’t want to have to switch back and forth.
dazzlecarol says
A beautiful story,beautifully written.The power of the spoken word so much more powerful and meaningful when put to paper in a letter.The words stay on the page and unlike the spoken word will never fade away only with age.
Looking forward so much to your next story Kins.It can’t come soon enough…;)..Cx
Merlion says
Hi Kins! :) thanks for make the story readable continuously without need to switch author name.
I remember this story, and still find it enjoyable to read! :) and I still remember vividly how each week I was pining for update from you and Kwords! Such a torture 8-/
(Btw any idea where is Kwords? Her Bette is still waiting for the train trip, I hope Kwords will join us soon in this new site) Anyway, I am happy that this story is highlighted again as it’s really pleasurable to read and so lovely and sweet. Put a smile on me before sleeps! ;-)
And Kins, I do hope you will find time to share us more of your master piece again :0)x
leicabw says
Dear Kins,
First of all, I adore all of your stories and I’m a deep admirer of your way of putting words together.
I do have more to say and also a proposition to make. Is there a way to send you a private message?
Thank you in advance and I hope to hear from you soon.
kins40 says
Hey leicabw
Thank you very much for taking the time to leave a comment and for reading my little contribuition to the site.
Look forward to hearing from you.
K.
pinky3001 says
I had read this story for the third time. Amazing .. You are a wondeful writer. Thank you…
SassyGran says
Just picked up this story, Enjoyed it very much your writing is very good. Thank you.
RobbieRob says
breathless… completely overwhelmed…
This is perfection. Thank you. 5 Stars and then some!
I want a pen pal like that! GEEZE!
tibettenation1 says
I loved it again as I did the first time reading it…Nice work
LishaLove says
Utterly Amazing and Simply Beautiful!!!
Jamie says
I just came across this absolutely amazing story and am completely taken by its beautiful splendor. The story told through letter writing is absolutely genius. You write beautifully! I could feel every emotion conveyed in each letter and was unable to put it down till I completed the story on it’s entirety. Absolutely amazing!!!