Descriptive Essay: Finding Better Places

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Finding Better Places The turbulent thunderstorm outside crashes down heavily upon the sleepy city. As soft pitter-patters of raindrops slide down the glass window, Ethan cups his cheeks as he observes passersby in bulky coats seek shelter from the tempestuous rain. The gloomy weather outside the serene café weighs down on his heart as tears roll down his face. Ethan wipes furiously at his eyes, sorrow evident on his face. “They’re gone. Just deal with it, Ethan,” he mutters under his breath. It’s been three months since his parents died in a car accident. Three months since he last wrote a single word in his novel. For three months he hasn’t done anything but sit around and mope. Acknowledging the cold cup of tea and the blank Word page …show more content…

He found them on napkins, teacups, and plates. Though he found it hard to admit, those potent words consoled him. They filled him with a feeling of nostalgia, for they reminded him of his parent’s profound advice. However, one day, he was surprised when he didn’t find a hidden ‘life lesson’. Intrigued, Ethan called over a waiter and asked, “Excuse me, I usually find writings on my teacups and plates. Do you know why there aren’t any today?” “Yeah, the girl that comes here every day to write them didn’t come today. Sorry, but I have no idea why. Actually, she’s right behind you!” replied the waiter pointing behind Ethan. Turning around, Ethan looked bemused. Through the door came a beautiful girl with vibrant strawberry blonde hair, pearl grey eyes, and an imposing figure. Searching the room, she looks for Ethan. When she recognized him, she walked toward him “Hi, I’m Ella! May I speak with you?” the beautiful girl asked cheerfully. “Sure,” replied Ethan, confused. They walked together to Ethan’s usual table. After introducing each other, Ella confronted Ethan and handed him a letter. Despite his ambivalence, Ethan took the letter his parents wrote him before they died. Mustering up all his courage, he ripped it open. As he read it, tears streamed down his face like a flowing river. Reading further, he was shocked. The letter saud that he has an older sister, and she was right in front of him. Shocked and in tears, Ethan stood up only to falter and fall down; Ella went down on her knees. The two siblings embraced each other in a hug filled with tears and

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