Destiny’s Ride

I get in my car, sprawling comfortably in the back seat, with my knees pressed against the front one.

The car starts, and we set off.

I roll down down the window slowly,

enjoying the draft of cool air coming in...

The car picks up speed.

The steady, low drum of the wind causes pleasant shivers to race down my neck

Down.. through my back as my windswept hair brushes my face, tickling my cheek and ear.

I close my eyes and smile, taking in the moment...

Taking in the low hum of the radio

Taking in the comforting whirr of the vehicles going by

Taking in the feeling of being with my loved ones...

I open my eyes and for one precious moment, I'm alive

Completely and wholly alive

Thrumming with exhilaration

Thrumming with the sheer incredulity of how lucky I am...

And--

The moment passes

The intense rush of emotions fade away, leaving behind a peaceful contentment...

We reach our destination.

I close the window and get out,

get back to life,

the ethereal moment secured safely in my heart...