End your story with someone saying “I do.”

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“I Do” by L.B. Goldman

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“I’m sorry, Jack. I can’t keep doing this. I… I think it's time we own up to what we’ve done.” Jack stares at Sabrina. He’s still smiling as if, like he’s thinking to himself right now, this isn’t happening. They’re at their spot. Leaning against the railing of the bridge that overlooks the river, which several aluminum signs along the way have warned them is shallower than it looks. Sabrina looks at the water, at the full moon reflected in a milky trail on the water’s surface. How many times they’ve come here, she thinks, the tw...

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“Four Secrets and a Wedding” by Lindsay Nicole

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The lavish ballroom was filled with laughter, clinking glasses, and the enchanting music of a live orchestra. For Amelia and David, the world had narrowed down to a cozy little corner, away from the prying eyes of the wedding guests. Amelia clutched her champagne flute, feeling an undeniable tension in the air that she just couldn’t shake off. “I still can’t believe you are doing this,” she murmured, her voice barely above a whisper. She glanced over at the nearby crowd, where people were chatting and enjoying each other's company as they e...

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“Maid of a Holy Mess” by Kim Malcolm

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Oh boy, was I late. I panted as I ran back down the hotel stairs and raced through the lobby, tossing the stolen master key for John’s room to the concierge.I shuffled on teetering heels through the gravel lot to my car. I tossed off my right heel to reach the pedals. I tossed the shirt and pants I stole from his luggage into the backseat and tucked my phone into my bra. I backed out of the parking lot and sped out onto the highway.I broke every speed limit and possibly every driver’s school rule, as I held onto the steering wheel with my kn...

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“Devil in Disguise” by Nina Shylo

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It’s not often I end up somewhere I don’t plan, nor want, to be. This was, however, one of those situations. Idly, I reflect on what landed me here and conclude it was likely a case of me trying to get Misty to shut up and quit haranguing me. Our relationship is entirely superficial—as I like it. She’s got more curves than an F1 race in Monaco and is just as fast. Her big blue eyes sport a vacuous look that is entirely legit. In other words, I’m not banging her for her brain power. Don’t judge me too harshly; I feel it’s a pretty equit...

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“Oathkeeper” by Sara Gonzalez-Rothi

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Seventh Heaven?One chilly hand over Carina’s mouth, the other over her own eyes, Michelle’s forehead resembled the bellows of an accordion. Add in the “Birthday Girl” tiara on top, and it was a bizarre scene.There, in the cramped and dusty underbelly below Michelle’s bunk beds, Carina felt her heart in her ears. “Lub-dub. Lub-dub, Lub-dub,” punctuated by thuds and wails from the hall.Assured that Carina comprehended her plea to get down and be quiet, Michelle drew her hand away from Carina’s face and to the bottom corner of the door. The doo...

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“Maybe Later” by Burton Sage

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Maybe LaterbyBurt Sage As usual, I am sitting on my favorite bench overlooking the Pacific Ocean in Carlsbad. It’s a little after 9 am; the surfers have already packed up and gone, but the tourists haven’t arrived yet. Bill will be joining me soon as he always does these mornings—we both have been retired for about 20 years and we love talking about the good old days and spinning yarns. He was a fire fighter, I was a medical device research guy; we enjoy sharing the things that happened on the job. Speaking of Bill, here he is now. “Hi, ...

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“Ten Tips if School’s Making You Lose Your Mind (Life is Short)” by Gabrielle Galchen

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1) Confirm whether you’re losing your mind ex) It’s 9:15 PM, but it was just 1:03. Or 1:04. Not too sure. I skipped lunch. My Finance textbook is big, fat, endless. Time keeps slipping away from me these days and I’m never sure where it’s going. I watch it like a cartoon character, with a big question mark lopsided above my head. I watch it with less clarity than when my dad forces me to watch college football. I would write a poem about this feeling, try to describe time like some sort of mouse that keeps skittering, or maybe like a su...

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““Mind and memories”” by Andrea Bisello

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"Welcome home.""Who are you?"“I am Deus.”“Where are we?”“In your mind, as you can see.”“Of course, of course… I only see a semi-dark corridor dotted with doors on the sides. Did you happen to kidnap me and take me to some kind of abandoned motel or something?”"No. This is really your mind. And I did not bring you here. You got into it on your own.”“Of course! Get me out of here, you freak!”"I cannot. I am sorry."“What do you mean “I am sorry”?! Get a move on!”“I tell you again, I cannot. You will have to escape from this prison with your own...

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“Do I?” by Peter Wallace

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It was the apex moment in my life. Everything, all at once. Every feeling, every thought, every sense engaged beyond their capabilities. People talk about time standing still. Now I know that it can happen. I was hyper-aware of my body. Sweat beads on my forehead and one drop of sweat making its way past my left ear. I could hear each breath as the air coming in exceeded the air going out. That wasn’t good. Hyper...

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“Sea of Love” by Vickie Riggan

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Vickie Riggan1586 words Sea of Love Mattie sat in the lobby of the chapel and turned the slick full color brochure over in her hands reading the blurbs, ignoring the posed photos of young, blissful brides in billowing white gowns with veils floating on invisible breezes. “Do you remember the day you met? Of course you do, and you’ll never forget the day you wed at Sea of Love Wedding Chapel.” She thought it sounded kind of cheesy but how many ways can you say, “Come and get married at our wedding chapel as opposed to ...

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“Devil Bride” by Carolina Garcia

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TW: Language and verbal/emotional abuse“Has anyone seen Vanessa? Where the fuck is Vanessa?”Sydney scurried while lifting her dress to prevent her heels from ripping holes in it, although that could not make the awful thing look any uglier. She was the bridesmaid and best friend of the bride, she was used to being supportive of Vanessa’s poor judgment, in this case, a purple 1920s-looking ruffled dress with netting. Considering her track record, Vanessa picked a decent groom. Everyone loved James and on the best days, Vanessa did too.Sydney ...

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“The Commitment ” by Iman Khan

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“That’s Clarissa. She likes to sew,” says the woman Alice assumes is a nurse showing her around. She wears pale yellow scrubs as she leads her through the day room. The woman she gestured to is stabbing at a piece of fabric with a plastic needle. “We give her blunt plastic ones.” “And that’s safe?” Alice can’t help but ask. She’s still in her everyday clothes, but suspects she’ll be asked to change into the gown the woman with the needle is wearing. The woman shrugs. The name tag pinned to her shirt reads, “Sophia,” in a scribbled font...

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“Spoons” by Kirsten Schuder

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The Gribbles family was known in the Appalachian Mountains of Virginia as the poorest family in Lee County for generations. The hard, clay, lime-ridden dirt was richer than the Gribbles. Harley oft remembered having to share clothing, shoes, and silverware with his brothers and sisters. Thus, when he managed to make his own money as a welder instead of spending the better part of his days inside a moonshine bottle, a revolution in his genetic lineage, all he asked his godforsaken wife was to keep the dishes clean and lots of silverware on ha...

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“Two Little Words” by Andrea Corwin

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The story has slight nudity and mention of drowning. If this triggers you, my story may not be for you. He couldn't say the words. Sure, he loved her, but he couldn't, wouldn't say it. She cared for him and felt she could live the rest of her days with him. They had met in 2005, so now, two years later, Tamra wondered why Todd never said, "I love you" back to her. 1995 RaeLynn sat in the passenger seat, and Todd sped around the curves of the country gravel road. The convertible's roof was down, her ponytail blew back in the wind, and the d...

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“Awakening my Vengenance” by Vee Ay

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I stood at the edge of the bridge, staring down at the murky water below. It seemed almost peaceful, the way the waves lapped gently against the supports—a stark contrast to the storm that raged inside me. This place had always drawn me, even before my life had crumbled into the mess it was now. The idea of ending it all here, where the world had finally broken me, felt almost poetic. As I looked down, the distance between the bridge and the water blurred, becoming just one more thing I couldn’t quite focus on anymore. I hadn’t come here on ...

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End your story with someone saying “I do.”

Submissions are closed

✍️ 114 stories

“I Do” by L.B. Goldman

“Four Secrets and a Wedding” by Lindsay Nicole

“Maid of a Holy Mess” by Kim Malcolm

“Devil in Disguise” by Nina Shylo

“Oathkeeper” by Sara Gonzalez-Rothi

“Maybe Later” by Burton Sage

“Ten Tips if School’s Making You Lose Your Mind (Life is Short)” by Gabrielle Galchen

““Mind and memories”” by Andrea Bisello

“Do I?” by Peter Wallace

“Sea of Love” by Vickie Riggan

“Devil Bride” by Carolina Garcia

“The Commitment ” by Iman Khan

“Spoons” by Kirsten Schuder

“Two Little Words” by Andrea Corwin

“Awakening my Vengenance” by Vee Ay

🌟 Similar prompts

Center your story around two people who meet at a wedding.

Write a story in the form of a speech (or multiple speeches).

Start your story with people arriving at a special ceremony.

Write a story from the POV of a plus-one.

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