8. Essential Us (1/2)

time period: alternate universe

event: sarah's wedding

action: raven ((24 ongoing 25) she is half white and african american) recites a poem during the ceremony

raven (reciting a poem): a unique and uncommon love, the heartbeat of eternity, boundless joy. rare gold, an indestructible bond that can withstand life's storms. an unreal experience, a dance of chance, a taste of romance. an enchanting beauty, fairytale magic, a cinematic climax that can end all wars. made in the stars, a unique and uncommon love, an undying passion worth keeping forever.

(raven ends the poem and everyone gives her a standing ovation)

action: the wedding reception

sarah ((50) talks to raven): rave, your poem made me cry. i bet you made the guests cry as well. you should publish your poems. i thank you so so much for traveling from georgia to california. your presence is greatly much appreciated.

raven: who knew my words could impact your life so much?

john ((31) approaches the two women): hello, my chocolate chip ice cream

sarah: john, stop calling us that

john (laughing): i am sorry

raven: who knew y'all would be related to a biracial person?

sarah: you were quite a surprise. i remember you were born in nashville five days before christmas. life has been an adventure for us ever since then. we have surely come a long way.

raven (rushing to the bathroom): excuse me