Prompt Name: Making Memories

Written By: Jadsmama

Pairing/Main Character(s): Bella/Edward

Rating: T

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Thanks to Jessypt for beta'ing, but especially for her wisdom and advice.

Many thanks to Tanglingshadows for pre-reading and to my partner in crime Ladysharkey1 for her continuous support and encouragement of everything I do.

We sat on the dock of the lake in complete silence, mesmerized by the panoramic view in front of us.

I had my foot touching his leg, aching to feel the closeness of his body in some capacity. I knew that was all I would get from him with the curious eyes of my family close by.

The lake had always brought me peace, allowing me to relax without a care in the world, and I was thankful for the simple caress Edward granted… even if I wanted more.

Despite the fact I'd aged and my appearance had changed with each return, the lake never did. It had looked the same since the first visit I made there as a young child.

Seeing that it was timeless, made me appreciate everything it had witnessed in my lifetime. It saw me teeter at the waters edge as a little girl, too scared to get close without holding onto my father's leg. It was my stomping ground, when I followed Rose Hale around when I was thirteen; I was desperate to fill out a bikini like she did. The summer before my senior year, it was privileged enough to bear witness to a hot make out session with the lifeguard, the one who just happened to be in college.

I planned to continue to allow this place to hold a spot in my heart and share in important times of my life. That was why I'd brought Edward there.

The slow current of the water would come and go as it met the sandy shoreline. Trees encircled the lake, projecting the aroma of pine with the breeze. Boats would maneuver around each other, allowing skiers to feel the wind against their face and the spray to hit their bodies. It was a landscape that I didn't need to see to visualize; it would be etched into my brain for a lifetime.

Of all the places at the lake, the rough wooden planks at the dock was my favorite. It was the place I could let my worries go, allowing the majestic sight to overpower me.

Each time I sat there I was reminded of how much beauty was in our world and whatever worry I may have had prior to sitting down, was insignificant. If the elements of the lake could stand against whatever element came its way over time, so could I.

"This place is almost as beautiful as you," Edward softly said. "Thanks for letting me be a part of it."

This is my last snippet to post my friends. I've loved sharing these random drabbles with you all, and you never know when I'll be back with more.

Thank you so much for sticking with us and sharing with your thoughts along the way, we've loved hearing from everyone one of you.

Have your tissues ready for Ladysharkey1's post next week; she's taken us on an emotional roller coaster one last time!

Jadsmama