My Spring Showcase Entry. It Takes a Heart to Bloom

This story is completely original and written by me.

"I had a dream last night." Stated Daniel, he needed to break the silence. The host had been a little drunk so it added to the awkwardness of the restaurant. This small, elegant diner wasn't everything his friend said it would be.
"Was it about anyone special?"
"Well, it was about you. Of course it was special."
Silvia gave a small smile, she layed her arms on the table and gave him her undivided attention. She was good at that, as long as the subject interested her anyway.

"Well you see, it involved a small box." Silvia's eyes lit up as he held the velvet covered item in his hands with much care. The tune of Bhetoven's "Love Story" was playingin the background. At least the music was perfect. All he saw was her, her beauty, and her excited eyes.
"What was in the box?" Replied Silvia, playing Improv and already beginning the state of being dumbfounded and suprised. She lifted her arms off the table and scooted closer to Daniel.
"Open it and find out."

Daniel handed it to her. He handed her his heart and he'd never been more confident in his life. "Open it."
With a gentle touch she glided her hand around the top to feel the soft fabric. She tipped up the latch to unlock it and felt her heart jump. The diamond lit up in reaction to the bright lighting over the table. It was almost blinding but she couldn't take her eyes off it. She wouldn't.
"In my dream I was on one knee and I said something. I just can't remember what it was..But I remember your reply."

Silvia let out a small laugh followed with a sweet curl of the lips. She slipped on the ring and uttered the very words that would bind them forever. Not the words you're thinking of at this moment. Not the one's that are traveling through your mind right now but fading away.
"Daniel Adrian Shores, will you marry me?"
"Well that wasn't your reply but.. Yes, Silvia Anne Maridine, I will deffinately marry you."

Daniel brought her home in his arms, the only romantic way he knew. They wouldn't just lay on their matress and sleep tonight. They would do the only thing young married couples are good at. But it would be their first time.

He carried her to the bed and layed her down gently. He reached into the side drawer and brought out a small package and layed beside her.

They were excited. Well, Daniel was anyway. What your thinking is correct. This time, it went down traditionaly.

People always mentioned how few could live in Sille`vic landing. It was in Alaska, the only sunny area. It would be spring soon and Silvia could see her beautiful Tulips bloom. They were amazing, vibrant, and always the only fowers in town. She would make a lot of money selling them in boquets.

People always mentioned the quiet before blizzard storms, the way it could tell them what to expect. No one ever mentioned the quiet that came after though. Ever.

Silvia was the early bird. Sometimes she would watch Daniel sleep though. She had an amazing night and big news to give away. It was a small town so she only really had to tell one person. That would defeat the purpose of a party though, she would have to wait. The time it took to fall asleep last night was quicker than any other night she could remember. Her mind was at peace and so was her body. She had chores to do. No more lala land for now.

She went about her daily routine, first the garden. She took good care of it. Red fruit would spring from vines during their favorite season. Which had yet to come. She had high hopes about the gardening contest this year. She could beat anyone. Even that Betty..whatever her name.

Then the few dishes that would collect in the sink. They multiplied as guests would visit during the day to display the many stories of gossip.

And finally, send Daniel on his way with a goodluck kiss for work. Not that he needed any luck. Him and his boss were pretty good friends. Lucky him considering that's so hard to achieve now a days. After he left she walked to the market for the weekly supply of groceries. She enjoyed the cold weather, it was gently snowing and the sky was bright white.

She was picking out her food from the limited selection when she realized she'd made a mistake last night. The package Daniel took from the drawer was never used. She remembered seeing it this morning on the nightstand. She was tired though at the time. She knew she was off the pill but it was just recently that she had actually stopped taking it.

So maybe they were a little careless for their first time. She shrugged it off and called it impossible. Being pregnant wouldn't be a bad thing at all but there was no chance it could have happened last night.

She finished collecting her selection and paid. She was there longer than she realized. The walk was about a half an hour so when she got home, Daniel would be home as well.

The familiar sounds of sirens blared from around the block. Silvia wasn't suprised. Her neighbor would often set her kitchen on fire attempting to create the perfect pie or pastry. She wasn't scared but something inside encouraged her legs to go a little faster. She just wanted to hug her husband and tell him about her simple day. And of course, hear about his.

Her heart jumped when the officer ran through her front door, passing her an alerted glance. She didn't know what to think, her mind was clouded.

She'd never ran so fast in her life, nor such a short distance. Thoughts were booming in her head. She felt a sudden migrain. That didn't matter to her, she needed to see Daniel. She needed to see him look up at her from the couch while watching his game and smile. Look into her eyes so she knew he was okay.

The officer was by his side, his look was far away. Like he couldn't see anything close up. He looked so weak from where she was standing.

Daniel attempted to raise himself from the couch. His arms were so helpless, they gave way and he fell back down. He immediatly drifted into a deep sleep. A very deep sleep. He could hear his wife's voice. How worried she was. It was breaking his heart, he could do nothing to calm her. The officer tried to sound promising. She was going to her car to call for help. He drifted off. He would never hear anything again and he would never tell his wife how much he loved her. He would never have any children of his own. He would be non existant. His mind was blank.

Silvia stayed by his side. She didn't want to touch him. He looked so peacefull. She knew deep down that she should check his pulse. She wouldn't accept any thoughts. She stood by his side, watching him..he looked so amazing. Handsome as ever.
"Daniel, I love you so much...
Daniel?"

He was taken away when the ambulance arrived. In the hospital room they were unable to revive him. Silvia was not there at the hospital because they wouldn't allow her to leave with them in the ambulance. She had no access to a car and it was too far to walk. She recieved the news over a phone call. She wasn't seen for almost two weeks.

Silvia knew the answer to her pregnancy test was correct. She tried to gussy herself up for going out today, it would be the first time in almost two weeks. She was suffering inside and smiling on the outside. She needed a job and that required to be social again.

She felt the morning sickness everyday. It was worse today. She was able to sleep in today though so it would end soon. She needed to do her morning chores.