STORY INFO
Silence
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Author
Thom Brodkin
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Categories
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Danh mục
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Update
1 year ago
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Part Chapter
1/??
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Reads
150
Content
There is a peace at sunrise that surpasses all understanding. It's a renewal. A feeling that anything is possible. I’d like to say I drag myself from the comfort of my bed every day to enjoy sunrise’s splendor, but you wouldn’t believe me and I would be lying. What is true is I was there that day and so was she. There is a connection between sunrisers just because they are sunrisers. It’s a shared, yet unspoken, appreciation for things quiet and beautiful. That might explain why I was immediately drawn to her, ...
Outstanding reviews
This is affecting in its simplicity because of your narrator's honest and humble POV. The sunrise is awe inspiring but what rises is the understanding of the beautiful wonder of shared silence with a beloved. Anyone who is in or has had a long term relationship will be moved by this beautiful understated story.
What a nice way to start the day. Two fantastic comments from my two favorite Miles sisters. I know you two are not actually sisters but you’re both incredibly talented writers and both so very kind to me. You both made my day. Thanks for making this writer glad he writes.
Pop those corks Thom, well deserved. As I said before, a beautiful celebration of a forever love.
Rebecca, thanks so much. I didn’t have high hopes this week. I really thought you had it. I’ll accept your congratulations as long as you accept mine. Yours was every bit as deserving.
It was a strong week for sure but that doesn't steal any of your thunder. I'm so glad i was shortlisted as my son said I'd have to do a 100 push ups if I wasn't! There's going to come a week soon which is mighty painful for me and he'll be in hysterics!
Give that boy a juice box from me. He cracks me up and I don't even know him.
He's 19 so he'll probably be laughing at my efforts with a beer in hand. I'll need something stronger than that afterwards. I hope you're at least one bottle of fizzy down. I've had a meal out and a glass of Prosecco and I was "only" shortlisted🥂
He's 19 so he'll probably be laughing at my efforts with a beer in hand. I'll need something stronger than that afterwards. I hope you're at least one bottle of fizzy down. I've had a meal out and a glass of Prosecco and I was "only" shortlisted🥂
Lindsay, I am such a fan of your writing. I honestly think you could win every week. That makes this comment so special to me. Thanks for taking the time to make a great day better!!!
Lindsay, I am such a fan of your writing. I honestly think you could win every week. That makes this comment so special to me. Thanks for taking the time to make a great day better!!!
i came across this story bc i read my gf a short story before bed every night, usually when i know she's fallen asleep i stop reading and go to sleep. i found myself attached to this story and still reading after she fell asleep i'm usually never emotional during reading any type of stories but this story i caught myself literally bawling my eyes out. this was such a beautifully written story.
First of all, let me say your girlfriend is a lucky lady. Reading a story every night is quite the expression of love. I might even use it for a future story. Secondly, thank you for your very kind words. They made my day already.
OMG YOU WON AGAIN!!!!! CONGRATS!!!! <3333
Thanks Jex. Your turn is coming. Keep writing. I am a big Jex fan.
OMGGG TYSMMMM but...if you a Jex fan, I just wrote another story....wanna read it?
But of course. I'll head to your page after work. :-)
Red head, genus: gorgeous, from the Latin.Yep.Good story.
You sir, as always are too kind. Thank you.
As a "sunriser" I was drawn in immediately by your opening. And then stayed for the sweet love story. Love that they repeated the same words together on their second meeting and at their final goodbye. This could have worked for the other prompt of carrying someone with you, as well. A lovely read, Thom!
What a nice way to start the day. Two fantastic comments from my two favorite Miles sisters. I know you two are not actually sisters but you’re both incredibly talented writers and both so very kind to me. You both made my day. Thanks for making this writer glad he writes.
That is such a sweet thing to say, Thom! Happy to make another wonderful writer's day! Hope writing this week goes smoothly for you. I'll be looking forward to your next work!
Reading this produced a couple of undesirable reactions. First, it made tears start to well up and cloud my vision. Luckily, it was the end of the story, so I didn't need my eyes anymore. Then, it had me talking to myself. Like, "😦 A...Are you crying right now?" What a great story! Thanks for the read.
Blue, can I call you Blue? This was just the sweetest kindest comment. Thank you for taking the time to encourage me.
This was beautiful to read. Not often I get caught up emotionally in a book but by the end I was holding back a tear. Brilliant.
You are very kind. Thank you for reading and taking the time to encourage me.
This story has its fine points....and then there are the even finer points. I appreciate writers like you, and I know many other people do as well. This is my first week doing the writing contest, and I needed some inspiration. It seems that I have found some. Thanks so much!
I knew I was going to cry. Dangit! :(
I’m sorry. 🙂
:)
This is beautiful. I teared up towards the end! Incredible work!!! I love how you have used the sunrise as a motif for the characters love.
Thanks, Tamie. I so glad you enjoyed it and took the time to leave me such a nice comment. It’s very much appreciated.
I am semi new to Reedsy and I am ashamed to say this is actually the first time I have commented on a story. Although it is the first time I have been so moved that I could not help myself. It is truely a beautiful story. I am studying a writing course and have to use a short story as a reference for a blog post. I have chosen yours as it is amazing!
I’m honored.
I liked your story, and it deserve to be a winner storyallow me to translate it into Arabic, so it can take more reads in the other side in the world
Tell me more, I am interested in what you would like to do. Oh and thank you very much!!
please, let me contact you, here is my E-mail:[email protected] here is my FB profile:www.facebook.com/Mostafa.Ahmed6020and for whatsApp here is my number:+201145711080waiting for your reply, and i hope i can do more for a good author like you best regards
waiting for a massage from you my dear friend
waiting for a massage from you my dear friend
I can’t think of a higher compliment you can pay a writer then to let them know a story touched a heart in many different ways. You made my day. Thank you.
This is the best piece I have read so far this year. It kept pulling me in to the last paragraph. Congrats on the win
How nice you are. Thanks so much. Really thank you.
Oh, oh! Thom, this is beautiful. It's romantic and bittersweet, yet there is a hope that lingers on. Congratulations. :)
Thanks so much.
It's been a long time since I wrote or took time to read a story here. At most I flash-read the winning stories but Thom, your story got me there. I had read the entire story and comments before realizing it. It's so captivating! You deserved the win. Congrats bro.
Wow, this is really impactful. You really made my day. Thank you so much.
There is only one word that can truly describe the simplistic artistry of this piece...beautiful!
You are so kind. Thank you!!!
What a beautiful story! So clean and a true pleasure to read. It was one of the best stories that I've read on this website. I'm impressed! Great Job!
Thanks so much Molly. That means more than you know.
This story should have come with a warning: bring a kleenex!So beautiful, it reads like a poem.Well deserved win. Congratulations!
Francis!!!! Where have you been. Thanks so much for stopping by and offering your congrats. Now please don’t be such a stranger. Write a story, you’re too good not to.
Thanks for the encouraging words. It's been a rocky year.
You’ve got a friend in Virginia. I’m sending good thoughts and warm wishes your way.
Thank you. Very much appreciated.
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