"Kiss Goodbye"
As the sun dipped below the horizon, painting the sky in hues of orange and pink, Sarah stood by the window, her heart heavy with emotions. She held the small, framed photo tightly in her hands. It was a picture of her and Michael, taken during their last trip to the beach. The waves had crashed against the shore, and they had laughed as they ran barefoot through the sand.
Now, standing there, she felt the weight of goodbye pressing down on her. Michael was leaving for a new job opportunity overseas, an adventure he had always dreamed of. But dreams often came with sacrifices, and this one meant leaving behind the life they had built together.
Sarah walked slowly to the door, clutching the photo close to her chest. She knew this wasn’t just a temporary separation; it was a chapter closing, a transition into something unknown. As she reached the door, she paused, taking a deep breath. Her fingers trembled slightly as she placed the photo back on the table.
The airport was bustling with travelers, each carrying their own stories and emotions. Sarah found herself searching for Michael among the crowd. When she finally spotted him, his eyes met hers, and in that moment, time seemed to stand still. There were no words needed, only the understanding that this was their final embrace before he boarded the plane.
Michael approached her, his arms opening wide. She stepped into them, feeling the warmth of his embrace, the familiar scent of his cologne. It was a kiss goodbye, a promise that distance wouldn’t sever their bond. They lingered there for what felt like an eternity, savoring the last moments of being together.
As the announcement came over the speakers, signaling the boarding process, Michael pulled back slightly, holding her face in his hands. His lips brushed against hers gently, a soft whisper of affection carried by the breeze. "Take care of yourself," he murmured, his voice thick with emotion.
Sarah nodded, tears welling up in her eyes. "You too," she whispered back.
He turned and walked towards the gate, each step a reminder of the journey ahead. Sarah watched until he disappeared from view, her heart heavy but hopeful. She clutched the photo tightly once more, knowing that while physical distance would grow, their love would remain strong, a constant presence in her life.
In the quiet moments that followed, Sarah found comfort in the thought that sometimes, goodbyes were necessary for new beginnings. And though the path ahead was uncertain, she knew that every kiss goodbye carried within it the seeds of future reunions.
