Happy 4th of July Ennis Del Mar by Susie
Jack leaned against the log, gazing sleepily up at the night sky, inky black above him, alight in the far distance, with a million sparkling colors. Glowing embers flew up from the campfire, dancing in the breeze and gently settling near his feet, his own personal firework display.
He’d not been around these parts for a couple of years now, but today, drawn by some invisible force to this peaceful spot, he'd packed up his meagre belongings into his old pick up truck and made the fourteen hour trip, followed by a four hour hike, through the mountain to the place where they'd talked and laughed, and made love.
Wonder what he’s doin’ right now. Wonder if he’s thinkin’ ‘bout me.... A twinge of sadness flowed through him as he raised his whiskey bottle to the sky and smiled hopefully, “Happy 4th of July, Ennis Del Mar...."
Susie 
I love this tale, Susie. Especially the ending when Ennis wonders if Jack is thing about him. This is how it must have been...their thoughts were on each other during the holidays, even the quiet, special hours. Lovely work, Susie!