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Title: Marian's Journey Home: A Special Thanks to Elaine and Sylvia
Post by: Playmoholics on February 01, 2011, 05:36:20
DISCLAIMER: This is a mushy love story. The story is my first draft, so please excuse typos and errors. This is my first photo story and I am not the best photographer and there is no possible way it can compete with the wonderful stories I’ve seen posted from you. Once you get past that, I hope you enjoy it anyway.

This story is dedicated to Elaine and Sylvia, without whom this story would have ended before it begun. On with the tale!

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Long, long ago……

Two young children ran into the woods on a sunny afternoon and shared an innocent first kiss and their first taste of true love.

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Post by: Playmoholics on February 01, 2011, 05:41:25
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Suddenly, they could hear the sounds of horse hooves pounding the earth and the sound of swords clinking together. Soldiers were coming.
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Post by: Playmoholics on February 01, 2011, 05:42:46
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The boy took the girl’s hand and led her to a safe place. They watched in fearful fascination as the strange soldiers walked past them, unaware of the children’s presence. Little did the children know that this would be the last time they would see each other. No good-byes were ever exchanged.
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Post by: Playmoholics on February 01, 2011, 05:43:58
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Marian awoke in a panic, the dream that’s haunted her for years fresh in her memory. Once again sleep has eluded her.
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Post by: Playmoholics on February 01, 2011, 05:56:00
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Twelve years ago a mysterious army, rumored to possess dark magic, kidnapped the royal family and took control of the kingdom. Being a cousin of the royal family, Marian and her family fled from the evil force, crossing oceans in order to seek safety.
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Post by: Playmoholics on February 01, 2011, 05:57:08
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Marian went onto the balcony to breathe the crisp night air. As the cool breeze brushed against her cheeks, she could almost hear something stirring deep within her, calling to her. “Marian”. She closed her eyes. Yes. It was time for her to return home.
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Post by: Playmoholics on February 01, 2011, 05:58:19
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One year later…..

After nearly a year of crossing oceans and traversing exotic lands, Marian found herself in the very forest where she left her heart behind so many years ago. This felt right. This was her home.
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Post by: Playmoholics on February 01, 2011, 05:59:23
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Without warning the horses began whinnying and nervously eyeing the trees. They sensed danger. The horseman nervously slowed the wagon when out of nowhere five men attacked.
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Post by: Playmoholics on February 01, 2011, 06:00:16
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Even though the horseman surrendered immediately, Marian wouldn’t give up without a fight. She’s been through too much to make it home just to have her life ended by a band of thieves. She took out her dagger and fought the men with every ounce of her strength.
   
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Post by: Playmoholics on February 01, 2011, 06:01:29
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From the shadows a sixth thief lept behind Marian and brought his sword to her throat. Marian’s heart thundered in her chest and she struggled to gasp for breath.
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Post by: Playmoholics on February 01, 2011, 06:02:33
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“Take whatever you want. Those bundles mean nothing to me. Just let me go!” Marian demanded with as much vexation as she could muster.

“Oh, don’t fret beautiful maiden. We will,” the thief answered.

The men laughed, "ha, ha ha!"
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Post by: Playmoholics on February 01, 2011, 06:03:43
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“But first, I need to know what is your business in this forest, my lady?” the thief demanded.

“It is none of your concern!” She retorted.

“But it is, my lady.” For the first time since her capture Marian felt the chill of danger from his voice radiate through her. “Are you headed for the Sorcerer’s castle?” The thief asked.

“No,” she nearly scoffed “ I’ve been in hiding from that monster for thirteen years. But now I’m coming home.” Tears were started to well up in her eyes, for she was beginning to feel the defeat in knowing how close she was, yet she might never see home again. 

Hearing the innocence in the maiden’s voice, the thief’s heart flickered in recognition. “What is your name?” he whispered and spun Marian to face him.
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Post by: Playmoholics on February 01, 2011, 06:04:39
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Staring in one another’s eyes, the flicker of recognition burst into the familiar flame of true love.

The thief bowed to her at once. “Maid Marian! Please accept my deepest apology. Is it really you?”

The thief was none other than her childhood love, Robin Hood. “Oh, Robin!” she exclaimed, tears in her eyes. “Yes, it is.”
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Post by: Playmoholics on February 01, 2011, 06:06:17
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One week later….

Under the veil of night a small party met in the forest. Robin Hood and Maid Marian were secretly wed in the very woods where they fell in love for the first time.
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Post by: Playmoholics on February 01, 2011, 06:07:07
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During the party Marian made a special toast to Elaine, who she misses dearly; to Sylvia who restored her to her former glory; and to both who assured her safe passage home.
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Post by: Playmoholics on February 01, 2011, 06:08:24
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And did they live happily ever after?
With Robin’s rebellious forces growing in number and the country in continual unrest, my friends, I’m sorry to say, that the journey has just begun.

THE END  :wave:
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Post by: bonniebeth on February 01, 2011, 07:13:14
Jenna!!! That was AWESOME!!!!!  :wow: :wow: :wow: :wow: :wow: So romantic!  :cloud9: I love it! I was very engrossed in this story.  :munch:
Title: Re: Marian's Journey Home: A Special Thanks to Elaine and Sylvia
Post by: Playmoholics on February 01, 2011, 07:19:01
Hi bonnibeth  :wave: I was afraid I'd missed you tonight! I'm glad you liked it....I was a little insecure about posting a photostory, since there are so many wonderful ones on here, but I wanted to do something special for Elaine and Sylvia. I just hope I did them justice!

I love the emoticon btw!  :yup:
Title: Re: Marian's Journey Home: A Special Thanks to Elaine and Sylvia
Post by: bonniebeth on February 01, 2011, 07:26:08
No reason to be insecure about it; it was perfect! Right up there with the best, in my opinion, but I love mushy romantic stuff!  :love:
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Post by: Wolf Knight on February 01, 2011, 07:29:21
Amazing photostory Jenna!! It was very romantic and very heroic!!!
You made me realise how well can the latest dragonland knights be used in photostories!!!
 :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap: :clap:
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Post by: Gis on February 01, 2011, 08:00:02
It's a great story Jenna! Eagerly waiting for more :-)
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Post by: tonguello on February 01, 2011, 11:25:16
Lovely photostory and a great way to thank!!!
Keep them coming!  :love:
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Post by: skypurr on February 01, 2011, 17:19:59
This is a lovely photostory Jenna,    :clap: :wow: :clap: and the nicest Thank You I've ever had.  :love:
I'm so pleased that she arrived there so quickly and that Sylvia was able to restore her back to full health.
Her sister is very happy that she has found the young man she loved after all these years and sends congratulations to them both

(http://i909.photobucket.com/albums/ac300/skypurr/marionssister.jpg)

We look forward to hearing and seeing more of her adventures.  :)

Elaine (http://www.anchoredbygrace.com/smileys/mgqueen.gif)
Title: Re: Marian's Journey Home: A Special Thanks to Elaine and Sylvia
Post by: Bill Blackhurst on February 01, 2011, 17:27:56
You're a natural, Jenna! Even though it's a,........love story,.........I still enjoyed it :-[! Well done peoject :wow:!
Title: Re: Marian's Journey Home: A Special Thanks to Elaine and Sylvia
Post by: Playmoholics on February 01, 2011, 18:07:32
Elaine, I'm so glad you liked it  ;D We sure have some happy klickies because of you. Marian's sister is very beautiful, too  :love:

And thank you all so much for your kind comments  :thanks: It means a lot coming from you guys  :-[

I want to do more stories, it was fun  :D
Title: Re: Marian's Journey Home: A Special Thanks to Elaine and Sylvia
Post by: Tiermann on February 01, 2011, 22:04:20
Great story
You've got the story telling bug now...
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Post by: WarriorOfToys on February 01, 2011, 22:12:14
Robin Hood and Marian. ;)
Excellent story Jenna! :wow:
At least you finish yours,
I have yet to finish mine... :-[

Of course now all my Medieval playmo are boxed up,
So it will take DOUBLY long to start again. :doh:
Title: Re: Marian's Journey Home: A Special Thanks to Elaine and Sylvia
Post by: bonniebeth on February 01, 2011, 22:21:16
Why are they boxed up? Another secret punishnent?  ;)
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Post by: el jefe on February 01, 2011, 23:23:07
Great story!  I really enjoyed it, even if it was lovey-dovey :P
I love doing photostories, but as WOT said, finishing is difficult sometimes.   :(
Keep makin' stories playmoholic and we'll keep reading 'em! :wave:
Oh, I forgot to mention, I love the wedding ceremony photo, awesome.
Title: Re: Marian's Journey Home: A Special Thanks to Elaine and Sylvia
Post by: WarriorOfToys on February 02, 2011, 00:15:42
Why are they boxed up? Another secret punishnent?  ;)

No, I was transporting them to NYC for a wargame I missed... :-/
And I haven't unpacked them yet. ::)
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Post by: Justindo on February 03, 2011, 02:30:06
This is a wonderful, romantic story, Jenna!  I love the story and your great creations and pictures!  :love:
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Post by: peetje on February 03, 2011, 21:41:47
cool story.
 :wow: :wow:

Gr Peter
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Post by: Klickus Mobilius on February 04, 2011, 08:39:35
Very nice story!  I enjoyed it a lot!
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Post by: playmovictorian on February 06, 2011, 02:32:05
Great story and lovely pictures  :love:
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Post by: Sylvia on February 06, 2011, 14:53:27

So sweet! :love:

You are an excellent storyteller, Jenna. 8-)