Accord Hospice 100-story challenge: DAY 94

I really would like to thank those who sponsored me--and if you haven't taking the time to sponsor me, there's still a chance for you to help me reach my goal by 29th October. Accord Hospice's budget for the coming year, is well over 2 million pounds. They give hope and caring to those in the final stage of life, which is the greatest gifts one can give, I think. Won't you consider helping? Whether it's one pound ($2 dollars) or 20 ($40), You can make a difference, you can help ease someone's suffering.

All stories on this blog are written in honour of the patients of Accord, and in memory of Mrs. Helen MacDonald, for all of the wonderful work she did to help make Accord Hospice a reality.

DAY 94

STORY #94

Farewell, But Not Goodbye

He knew he had to go, or die on the gallows. Still, Ian didn’t want to leave, for he loved his country with an unfathomable passion. But, the King’s soldiers were hot upon his trail, and to stay would surely bring about more ruin and death upon those he cared for.

He stood, looking out to sea, waiting for the ship to arrive. His parents were there, his mother quietly weeping. Ian’s heart felt like ice. But still, the passion of the patriot burned like fire in his soul. He would return, one day, and make this land free again.