Chapter 1: Admiring You From Afar

The one who brings you happiness is often the same one who causes your sorrow.

Whenever I see you
It makes my heart happy
I couldn't explain what it is
Though I don't spend time with you
Looking at you from afar
Makes it feel like you're closer

I wish I can tell you the things in my mind
I wish I could talk to you about things in life
About what makes my day, or what upsets me
I wish I could have a conversation with you
Where we can only listen to each other's story
To laugh and even cry if it's needed

I admire you from afar
Without you knowing
You will never know
I will keep it in my heart as long as I can
I know this is just part of my journey
You will be part of it
Without you knowing

I will keep it in my heart
Somehow, someone like me
Admire you from afar

I wish you good things in life
A good partner one day
I don't even know if I am ready to know
That one day you will have your own partner
Someone you love

I cannot love you
I cannot care for you
So what I can only do is to pray for you
That one day you will find that someone
I hope you will be loved by her deeply
The way I wish I could do

I will be right here, from afar
Loving you...I don't even know if this is love
I think I am just happy to see you
It feels like there's connection since day one
It has some tension whenever you're around
I am not even sure if you feel the same

I felt it a few times that you get shy around me
I thought I was the only one who felt it
But I caught you a few times
I remember the day you stared at me
I wish I knew what's on your mind
You stared at me and I stared back
We were both looking at each other
Without even smiling

You were the first to look away
I laughed in my head thinking
'Aha, do you think I can't stare back?'
But wondering what was in your mind
While staring at me
Those eyes are speaking
But I couldn't hear anything
But I felt something

Unsure. I wanted to ask
'Do you like me?'
But who am I to ask?
I would be afraid of your answer
What if you said yes?
My heart will be broken
Because I know I cannot like you back
And if you said no
That's a bummer
I would be hurt but laugh at myself
Assuming that there is something there
Even just a little bit
Oh well, let's get over it
That would be my next move.

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Preview

In an exciting year of change for Lindsey Althea, her decision to transform her everyday routine and overcome years of depression led to unexpected friendships with three ladies who felt heaven-sent. These newfound friends became like sisters, sharing stories and supporting each other through life’s challenges.

However, meeting Bryan Oliver became a significant twist in Lindsey’s life. While these friendships brought joy, Bryan’s presence stirred complex emotions within her. Admiring him from a distance was both beautiful and painful. In the midst of emotional turbulence, Lindsey found solace in writing her thoughts, using her unspoken words as a source of strength.

The central question emerged: could Lindsey endure the pain of unrequited love? Would Bryan reciprocate her feelings without her confessing? Moreover, with one of her friends expressing interest in Bryan, the dynamics of their friendship faced an uncertain future.

The unfolding story held the promise of both heartache and hope, leaving the reader to wonder how Lindsey would navigate the complexities of love, friendship, and the pursuit of her purpose.

Characters

Main characters: Lindsey Althea & Bryan Oliver

Friends: Megan, Elena & Gabriela

From the Writer

Greetings! I’m diving into something new – a short story about love and friendship. Expect a fresh chapter every Sunday.

Thank you to those who encouraged me to take this leap, especially when I wasn’t confident. Life’s short, and I’ve embraced the idea of doing what makes us feel truly alive.

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