Brigitte exhaled as she came upon the Cathédrale Saint-Bénigne.
Pensively she said, “Papa would have been tearful. He carried painful memories of the war in his heart, Gabrielle.”
“Henri, why did you die before you could find peace?”
Mama had never spoken about those times; nor did Papa.
After the funeral, I promised Mama I’d bring her here. Now, she’d find peace for both.
Viewing the inside of this beautiful cathedral, it was difficult to imagine the terror they felt during the revolution. They survived because of this church.
Mama sat with closed eyes and prayed.
She never awoke.
2015©isadora delavega
Genre: Historical Fiction *****
Word Count: 100 Words
***** Research led me to the information that Cathédrale Saint-Bénigne de Dijon was a cathedral built in 13th and 14th century France. After some background history, I used my imagination to create this fictitious story.
To join Rochelle and her Friday Fictioneers in this challenge click here:
https://rochellewisofffields.wordpress.com/2015/07/15/17-july-2015/
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July 23, 2015 at 10:45 pm
What a fabulous story! So heartfelt in so few words. Great job, Isadora! 🙂
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July 25, 2015 at 9:46 pm
I’m pleased you found the story touching, Linda. My hope was to create a picture
in the story of the mother and daughter reaching a goal. 😊 Thank you !!!
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July 22, 2015 at 2:28 pm
How bittersweet, such a lovely tale in only 98 words.
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July 22, 2015 at 4:42 pm
Sometimes, those bittersweet moments create the full circle needed to complete the cycle of life. 😊
You had me question my laptop word count so I counted the words myself. There are 100. I’m
glad you noticed how well I used them enough to leave your very nice comment. Thank You.
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July 21, 2015 at 11:32 pm
Lovely and powerful story. At least the mother found peace before dying. Sad though for those left behind. Not without hope though. Well done, IMI. 🙂 — Suzanne
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July 22, 2015 at 4:39 pm
I have a feeling Gabrielle will miss Mama but will feel a sense of consolation for having taken her
mother to this place she needed to go to.
I appreciate your stopping by, Suzanne, and leaving your very nice comment. Thank You …!!! 😊
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July 21, 2015 at 3:56 pm
A lovely ending, and a tender, sad, but ultimately uplifting story!
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July 21, 2015 at 5:40 pm
I’m pleased you could feel the tenderness of how a tragedy in the couples life was eventually
healed by her visit. Thank you for visiting and leaving your very nice comment. 😊
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July 19, 2015 at 6:43 pm
So touching! You really made every word count in this story.
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July 21, 2015 at 5:38 pm
I appreciate your comment very much as I’m trying to take control of my writing by making every word count.
Thanks so much for the encouragement and for stopping by to read and comment. 😊
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July 25, 2015 at 11:17 am
You are very welcome!
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July 19, 2015 at 3:56 am
Lovely but sad, and yet full of hope for the eternal reunion beyond.
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July 19, 2015 at 5:45 pm
My thoughts exactly. If they believed they’d be together again, this was the way for it to happen.
I’m pleased you enjoyed it enough to leave a comment while visiting. Thank you. 😊
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July 19, 2015 at 12:16 am
The ending was poignant and sad but fitting. She found peace for both before she died. Lovely story!
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July 19, 2015 at 5:48 pm
I’m so happy your found my interpretation of the image prompt moving. A beautiful gift she was able to bring him when they reunited. Thank you fo visiting and leaving your very complimentary comment. 😊
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July 18, 2015 at 2:52 pm
Such a lovely, sad-yet-comforting-at-the-same time story. I almost went down a similar route then when my fingers hit the keyboard, they decided otherwise!
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July 18, 2015 at 4:25 pm
Your fingers decided to go to a happy place. I enjoyed where they went. 😀
This is sad but in another way fulfilling for many who wish they could return to
a place they left behind. Thank you for always visiting and commenting, Dale.
You’re terrific. 😍
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July 18, 2015 at 4:33 pm
Awww thanks, Isadora! I like to show my appreciation when I can! 😊
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July 17, 2015 at 9:36 pm
Well written Isadora I can imagine how much work goes into a 100 word challenge and you did it with ease.
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July 19, 2015 at 5:52 pm
It is a lot harder to be conscise with a limited amount of words. These Friday Ficioneers challenges are good
for me as I tend to be a bit wordy when I write. In this challenge every words has to count. 😊
Feel free to join in … all are welcome. The image prompt changes each week on Wednesday but posting is for
Friday. 😀 Thanks for dropping by. It’s always a pleasure to see you.
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July 19, 2015 at 8:10 pm
I am the same, cutting is the way to go. Im doing a novel editing course at the moment and after that I might have a go at this. Thanks Isadora.
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July 21, 2015 at 5:44 pm
‘A novel editing course’ sounds like something I should consider in the near future.
Right now, I’m doing and on-line photography course which is helping me to sit
quietly while I need to rest from my back surgery. I feel like a child whose being told
to sit but wants to run around. In time, I’ll wish I had this free do-nothing time. 😀
Good luck with your course.
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July 21, 2015 at 8:40 pm
Hope you are getting stronger by the day Isadora. I will be learning things until the day I leave this earth I hope. Holly Lysle has some wonderful courses and a fantastic writing tips on her blog.
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July 17, 2015 at 7:23 pm
Isadora, what an unexpected ending! Great story.
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July 18, 2015 at 4:27 pm
Thank you, Tom. It was a sad ending in one way but a peaceful one in another. 😊
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July 17, 2015 at 6:09 pm
Sad for Gabrielle. Bittersweet for Brigitte, but at least, she’s at peace. Well woven. 🙂
Leo @ I Rhyme Without Reason
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July 18, 2015 at 4:29 pm
Indeed, Brigette found peace for herself and Henri.
I’m happy you enjoyed my interpretation of the image.
Merci 😊
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July 17, 2015 at 5:22 pm
That’s a beautiful story, sad and peaceful.
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July 18, 2015 at 4:26 pm
I’m happy you could see the peacefulness in the ending. Thank You …!!! 😊
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July 17, 2015 at 10:43 am
A war story came to my mind as well …. and your last line surprised me … sad, yet peaceful.
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July 17, 2015 at 3:57 pm
I had thought of doing a tourist story but changed my mind. I just read a book about the Nazi’s in France
and had some leftover thoughts. I’m happy you enjoyed it aFrank. Thanks for popping over and commenting. 😄
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July 17, 2015 at 6:40 am
A fitting story to match the prompt. Well done.
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July 17, 2015 at 3:59 pm
Coming from you Sandra that means a great dealto me. Thank you !!! 😄
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July 17, 2015 at 4:19 am
What a surprising ending. Writing only 100 words is quite a challenge. You did it really well.
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July 17, 2015 at 4:02 pm
Yes, 100 short words can be challenging. Every word has to count.
I need that in my writing as I tend to be wordy.😄
I tried to give it a twist with the ending. Thank you Suzanne for
the comment and your visit. ❤️
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July 17, 2015 at 3:00 am
Perhaps that’s a peace worth waiting for. Nicely written.
Tracey
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July 17, 2015 at 4:05 pm
I’ve heard and read stories about war victims. They seem to carry sadness in their hearts
that needs healing. I hope I gave them a respectful story.
Thank you for visiting and leaving your very complimentary comment. 😍
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July 17, 2015 at 2:15 am
Lovely Isadora!
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July 17, 2015 at 4:08 pm
Thank you very, very much Joy. 😊
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July 17, 2015 at 4:14 pm
🙂
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July 17, 2015 at 12:58 am
Dear Isadora,
It looks like Mama finally found peace. Sweet story.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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July 17, 2015 at 4:10 pm
Hola Rochelle,
Many, many war victims carry sadness in their hearts. I hope my story made
others aware of that. Mama went home to Papa as many long time married couple do.
Gracias y buen fin de semana ….
Adios,
Isadora
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July 16, 2015 at 8:10 pm
Did you feel the lump in my throat at the end Issy? Touching writing!
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July 17, 2015 at 4:12 pm
You’re very sentimental, Gilly. I cry at the news sometimes. 😊
Mama went home to Papa as many long time married couples do.
Sweet words for my story … THANK YOU !!!!
Issy ❤️
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July 16, 2015 at 8:08 pm
Sometimes less words are better, paints a bigger picture! Enjoyable read:)
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July 17, 2015 at 4:14 pm
Every word has to count in a short 100 words. For me, it’s good practice
as I tend to be wordy in my writing. Yes … less is more.
Thank you for stopping by and visiting while leaving a lovely comment. 😍
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July 16, 2015 at 7:29 pm
Awesome short story. I like the challenge of 100 words, too. I’ll have to keep that in mind.
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July 17, 2015 at 4:18 pm
Yes, 100 words is a lot more difficult to do than it seems. Every words has to count.
Please pop over to Rochelle’s and join the Friday Fictioneers. You’ll enjoy the challenges.
Thanks for visiting and commenting. 😄
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