I’M FIXATED

After the heavy rains had ceased, a vibrant breeze burst forth, infusing the air with a renewed sense of life. It swept confidently through the garden, stirring the leaves and coaxing the blooms into action. A solitary rose stood tall, defiantly wiggling and dancing, determined to shake off the lingering raindrops that clung to its vivid petals. I was locked in on this breathtaking display. The beauty and poise of that rose held me captive, and I refused to look away, captivated by the way it seemed to revel in its beauty.

My moment of tranquility was abruptly interrupted as the bathroom door swung open. She walked out of the shower, shaking the wetness from her hair as she gazed into the mirror.

©Habib Dabajeh