Two Roads, One Choice - Part 1

by Saphirerain
(USA)


The night was dark. Mom's driving was slow, winding. The fog was making driving hard. I shifted in my seat and turned the car's heater up.

"What do you think we'll name him?" I asked. I turned to look at mom. She smiled, a unsure smile. "Something wild. I have a feeling this abused horse of yours is not an easy one."

I looked out the window. "I always liked the name Storm," I mused. Mom gripped the steering wheel hard. "Stormy Night," she whispered.

I thought the name over in my mind. I looked at mom's face and knew she could gentle the stallion. She could gentle any horse. I closed my eyes, drifted into sleep.

The next thing I felt was an exploding pain. I heard someone scream, and realized it was me. "Hold still, honey," I heard someone say. I heard the wail of a an ambulance. Lights were on. I saw the truck flipped over, the headlights blaring on. I groaned. The pain hurt so bad, I looked at my hand and saw blood.

Suddenly I heard the whine of a horse and heard someone shouting curse words. I tried to sit up and I saw the horse we had rescued. It was rearing and those dangerous hooves. I tried to say something, but then someone was lifting me up and putting me on a stretcher.

"My, my mom?" I asked. Someone answered. "She's going to be just fine honey. I need your name."

"Aimee Jacobs." "Well Aimee, lie still now. You're going to be just fine." I nodded, closed my eyes.

I never did get to say goodbye. Mom' s last gift to me was that horse, which I knew I would name Stormy Night. I was in the hospital during the funeral. I cried so long.

Comment if u want part 2! Thanks!

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Mar 29, 2013
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Hanging
by: Elizabeth

I am in shock I love it so much! it is so awesome !!!!! You have to make part 2!

Feb 18, 2013
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Great Story! Sad though :(
by: Jewelpony

Your story is great! But so sad.

Feb 04, 2013
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Thanks!!
by: SaphireRain

Thank u all so much for your comments! LOL yes, I guess it does sound like the Heartland series but the next part won't be exactly the same. Hey, tell me all your stories cuz I would absolutely love to check the out!!

Feb 03, 2013
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plz
by: Anonymous

part two plz! i luv this story!

Jan 05, 2013
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AMAZING
by: Anonymous

it was awesome! i love it. it sounds like the heartland series that was what happened to the main girl.

Jan 04, 2013
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Good story
by: Anonymous

Your story has a good start, keep going. want to find out what happens next! :)

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Two Roads, One choice - Part 2

by Saphirerain
(USA)

Hey everyone! Thanks for the comments. Love it if u would tell me your story so I could check it out! maybe we could swap some ideas!

Summer. Our ranch was small, and quiet. In the back lots was where I usually hung out. Long, green grass flowed with the soft wind and a small stream trickled. I spent hours there writing and thinking. Dad was always on business trips and my older brother Derek was mostly dating a girl.

My family wasn't close. Mom always tried to pull us together but my brother and dad mostly shrugged it all off. I felt especially alone after her death. I didn't have any friends, well, I was weird to everyone. I was quiet. Shy. Loved horses. Didn't care about the latest style.

Dad let a neighbor keep Storm. He said I obviously couldn't keep him in my condition. He forbid me to see him. So this week I was thinking of how to sneak onto Mr. Smith's farm.

One day, I finally had my chance. Derek was out and so was dad. Mr. Smith was stopping by to pick up some supplies and I was thinking of hitching a ride to his place. Sweet talking him was my bait.

He pulled up on the long dirt driveway with his battered pick up truck. I had a cup of coffee waiting for him as he got out of his truck.

"Good morning Mr. Smith," I called out, hoping I was smiling brightly. He squinted at me and smiled. "How are you doing Aimee?"

I folded my hands as I leaned over the front porch's rail. "Well, thank you. The feed is back at the barn. If you like, I have some coffee inside."

He strode over to me, laughing. "Look who's being polite. You'll be as nice as your mom. Sorry, can't take your offer. I have my ranch hand with me."

I craned my neck to see what he meant. My heart sank as I saw a boy in the pick up truck. He looked about 16 and looked at me as if he might laugh. I blushed(I hate when I do!!) and turned away quickly.

I started toward the front door. "Oh, that's too bad. I'll be inside if you need anything."

Mr. Smith laughed. "Come on Aimee. Spit it out. What do you want?"

I paused, then said causally, "How's Storm doing?" He turned away. "As soon as I get the feed your dad offered me, You can climb in the truck and see for yourself." I grinned, than it slowly faded away. What about the guy?

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Aug 13, 2016
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More!
by: BlueRoan

MORE! PLEASE! IT'S SOOO GOOD! Please, please, please write part 3! We're all waiting for part 3!

Jul 20, 2016
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Write more!
by: Beckiehorselover

Please write more! I really like your story!! Please read my story it is called, Midnight the Black Stallion and comment too please! Thanks!

Jul 19, 2016
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MORE!!
by: TheHorseLover

PLZ WRITE MORE!! I LOVE IT SOOOO MUCH!! And maybe you could read my story, "Barn Love". You did a great job!!

P.S. REMEMBER to write more! :)

Dec 10, 2013
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AWESOME!
by: Jenna

This story is totally awesome! I love how you said that we could share ideas! The story you wrote is totally awesome! Maybe you could read my story "Pepper and me" and "The ghost horse!" Thanks so much!

P.S. Please write loads more!

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