Dream to the sky.
In Washington DC, looking at the starry sky is also a way to make all dreams possible. This short fanfiction is inspired of the film "The impossible Dream". The characters belong to the talented Martha Williamson.
"Congratulations, Mr. O'Toole. I must say, I'm surprised. You live almost on the other side of the country, and buy a piece of land to build a house in Washington DC , a postal workers retirement home." said the real estate agent with a smile.
"Mister Parker, I don't take anything lightly and I take the time to think about every decision I make. This land has a lot of sentimental value and I would like to make someone's dream come true," Oliver said with a smile.
"That's great. Here's my phone number. As soon as you get the plans for the house, contact me, goodbye," says the real estate agent.
That night.
"Really ? A giant stuffed bear?" Phoebe asked, surprise.
" Yeah, we used it for a nativity scene , that we organized for a little girl at Denver Mercy Hospital... Oh, ... I gotta get back to the hotel. Phoebe, Harper, good night. See you tomorrow." Norman exclaimed.
"It's always nice to have company. Good night too, Norman," Harper says.
" Thanks for the visit Norman, and also for the box of donuts." Phoebe said with a smile.
She closed the door and joined her grandfather.
"Grandpa, my dream is just to take mom in my arms. Do you think we'll have a chance to find her ?" the girl asked
"You know, Phoebe, when you cross someone's path twice, it's not by chance. Oliver, Rita, Norman and Shane are good people. They helped us a lot and give us a glimmer of hope. Now all we have to do is pray. We will found her" Harper said.
"You're right, Grandpa, good night." Phoebe said smiling.
Phoebe entered in her room and then went to the window and looked up at the sky.
A few feet away, Shane McInerney was also at her window, thinking at this crazy day at the congress and especially at her childhood house. She was looking at the night sky, when she heard the buzzing of her phone. She rushed to read a message on her phone.
Mom: Hi sweetie, I'm so sad to hear that the house is gone. Don't cry and don't be sad.
Shane with tears in her eyes answers immediately.
Shane: Ever since I found out we lost our old house, I'm dreaming about it every night.
Mom: Crackers, even though that house is lost, it hasn't taken away all the beautiful memories we had together. So, dry your tears and tonight dream to something nicer, why not, that kind gentleman who gave you a nice swing. Good night, sweetheart.
Shane smiled because tonight she was sure she was having a nice dream.
Oliver was on the roof of the hotel, watching at the distant, the Capitol Hill of Washington DC and the starry sky. He was thinking about Lieutenant Randilynn Amidon, lost somewhere in Afghanistan and whose rescue mission hadn't yet begun. He took a deep breath and then prayed.
"Oliver... I was sure I'd find you here," said a voice.
"Rita! " exclaimed Oliver.
She walked towards him and put her hands on the edge.
"Wow, from up here, the sky is beautiful. I wanted just like to look at the stars." Rita said looking up at the sky.
"Wherever you are in the world, as long as you can see the moon and the stars shining, you will never be alone. My grandfather used to say that," Oliver said smiling.
"He's right. Oliver, do you think, we did the right things for Phoebe and Harper ?" Rita asked
" Yes, I think, we did all we can to do. Now, we just have to trust the timing. Tell me Rita, you shouldn't sleep, the competition is tomorrow," Oliver declared.
" Actually, I was a little nervous and couldn't sleep. When I was become, Miss Colorado, I couldn't believe it. It was amazing. I've always dreamed of entering the National Miss Special Delivery pageant." says Rita.
"You always have to believe in your dreams, Rita, no matter how big or small. Everyone should follow their dreams, just like the shooting stars run through the sky." said Oliver.
"You know Oliver, if I win the contest, I would lose more even than just a trophy. I would have to go away for a year, and I'm thinking about that too. Maybe, I must give up" says Rita.
"Rita, whether you're tomorrow, Miss Special Delivery or just Rita, I want you to know that we are very proud of you." says Oliver.
"Oh, thank you so much, Oliver. I'm ready to make my dream a reality, to entering the pageant and have fun." Rita, eclaimed smiling.
"In dreams like in love, nothing is impossible, Rita." Oliver said smiling.
The end.