Gams

A man notices a picture of a pretty younger woman sitting in a car and instantly becomes intrigued.

The 1980 movie "Somewhere in Time" featured well known actors Christopher Reeve and Jane Seymour. In the movie, the Reeve character is staying at a hotel when he notices and becomes infatuated with a portrait of a beautiful young woman who is later played by Seymour.

Well, let's be real here. The Reeve character isn't just infatuated with this portrait that hangs in the lobby of the hotel. He's obsessed with it. He asks questions of anyone who will talk to him about this young woman. He researches her life and finds out she dies unhappily years later.

He becomes so involved and OCD about her that he asks physicists and others about the possibility of his time traveling back about 70 years so that he can meet this young woman in person.

Needless to say, he time travels back to 1910, meets her, falls in love with her, (she predictably falls head over heels for him too), and everything works out great until he wakes up weeks later- sadly back in 1980. Back to his normal life, and without his new found love, he becomes deeply depressed and eventually loses his sanity.

The movie puts all of us hopeless romantics out of our misery by showing both characters meeting up again later in some type of heaven like place.

It was a great movie. I saw it with my dad. He and I went to movie theaters about once per month while I was growing up.

Ok. So here is my point. I saw an intriguing picture of a young woman at an exercise app last year. The pic is above. When I was browsing photos of other active, dedicated health nuts, I happened to see this one. I could hardly take my eyes off of it.

In this picture, we see a pretty young woman sitting in a car with a long sleeve blue sweater. She, predictably, has just been walking several miles when it has started to rain on her. The pic captured my attention, and still does.

How in the world can a soaking wet, young woman look so heart stopping? I haven't figured than one out yet.

When commenting on her picture, and then chatting with her I have learned to really like her. She's funny, very honest, direct as hell, hardworking, and simply adorable. (She doesn't like when I call her adorable).

She's also humble, easy to talk to, and unwilling to believe she is beautiful. I'm working on that with her

How on earth can anyone have eyes this perfect?

How can someone caught in rain look this good?

How can someone sitting in a car catch my attention this way? Most people sitting in a car look creepy!

I have had the opportunity to get to know her a little over the past year. We even get into arguments sometimes! At one point, we weren't speaking for months.

When I initially asked her age, (I had assumed about 21), she told me 36. That intrigued me even more.

So, you might be wondering why this write is called Gams. Why do you think? I started wondering right after seeing this mesmerizing picture, "I bet she has great legs!" Well, she does. I never doubted it.

I feel a little like Christopher Reeve in that 1980 movie. I'm not a time traveler, nor have we even met yet, but I at least can understand how a simple photograph can capture and hold a man's attention like an eagle swooping down and grabbing an unsuspecting rabbit.

I'm that rabbit, and it's kind of nice being caught. I hope she doesn't let go.

Reviews

[Bobisnotmyuncle]

You know, love is such a powerful thing, polarizing as well. Love holds but just a short bridge to hatred. As strong as these 2 seem as opposing polar forces, it's almost as if somewhere along the bridge, a wormhole lays to greet the other pole. And as long as one does not tread too far away from love, I believe its this force that makes it so strong. Insanity would be straying too far away from love and getting caught in the wormhole. I enjoyed the story. I thought it was quite beautiful, and it took a turn towards optimism, rather than insanity. Which was nice.

[Franky]

Excellent thoughts! I hadn't thought about the insanity part but the Reeve character was nearly comatose when he lost his love. Very sad.

[Sara Mercury]

I visited the Grand Hotel and its grounds for the first time in 1998 with my mother and stepfather. Before even entering the hotel, I took off across the grounds, and toward the lake, making a b-line to the tree where the characters met in the movie, and my mother was absolutely stunned, to say the least. She said, "It's as though you've been here before!" (I had not, of course!) Weird, how I just knew where to go.

I've been a fan of that time period for years - 1912, which is also the same year the Titanic sank.

As for the guy's infatuation with a woman in a picture, not all obsessions end so well. Women tend to not want to be the object of someone's obsession; it makes for a dangerous situation for them, if you get my drift.

But I like how you compare the two scenarios.

[Franky]

Thank you! This is first person fiction.

I'm impressed you were there! I adored that movie.

[Charlotte Flores]

As a reader, I was captivated by this first-person account of how a single picture led to an unexpected connection and infatuation with a young woman. The writer’s honest and open reflections on their experience of getting to know this person through chats and arguments adds an authenticity to the story that makes it relatable and engaging.

The writer’s comparison of their own experience to that of the main character in the movie "Somewhere in Time" adds an interesting layer of depth to the story. The parallels between the two infatuations, while different in nature, show how the power of an image can be strong enough to spark a deep emotional response that lasts.

The writer’s affection for this young woman shines through in their words, and it's clear they have a deep appreciation for her beauty, personality, and even her strong legs. But what really stands out is how they are invested in getting to know her, arguing and all, and hoping to build a connection that lasts.

Overall, this heartwarming and engaging story speaks to the power of a single photograph and the unexpected ways it can shape our lives. It's a reminder that sometimes, the things that catch our attention the most can lead to meaningful connections and lasting memories.

[Franky]

Thank you.so much Charlotte. I'm very honored by these thoughts and reactions to this write. I really like how I wrote this top!

[Ayvid N]

She is lovely indeed! You rightly said, rain just enhanced her.
This is such a well written story. You familiarize the reader to your thought process and feelings with the aid of the movie and I so appreciate it. I love the way you conveyed the feeling of being overwhelmed and the delightful connection you share. Sometimes, beautiful things happen in life if you believe they will.

[Franky]

Oh thank you! You are so kind and helpful to me. I write this with sheer emotion.

[Franky]

The sad part for me was that Gams didn't like this story. I was sad about that.

[Ayvid N]

No big deal if she didn't like this story. You can always write her another one. Its the thought that counts and this was certainly a very special one, dear Frankie.

[Unspoken poet]

This is so wonderful, beautiful read

[Franky]

Thank you! I'm glad you.took the time.

[Suzanne Sonderleigh]

Great story! I love romantic tales and this is perfect. She is far away yet so close by computer. You’ve talked and argued like couples do. By the way, never saw the Reeves’ movie. I hope you follow up with this story.

[Franky]

You should try to see Somewhere in Time. It's a great romantic movie. Thanks for your review!

[Suzanne Sonderleigh]

There are so many movies I haven’t seen! I’ll look for it.

[Franky]

It means a lot to me that several liked this jerky write. Lol

[Myra Fellows]

I am a bit stunned. One of my bucket list trips is heading to Mackinac Island just to stand on the same soil as where that movie was filmed. I too, watched it with my father. Oh when she shrieks..."REEEEEEEEEECHARD"!!!!!
Your initial paragraphs help the reader understand the point of your story, yet I am not sure anyone who hasn't seen the movie could truly "get" what you are alluding to.
I find it somewhat intriguing how you even found the person behind the advertisement. If you haven't met, how are you sure that all she is telling you is even valid?
Did you ever see that Aerosmith video..."Sweet emotion"?
While I think the whole situation is cool to read and fun, I do hope you are not setting yourself up for a big fall. Life is full of risks. I am not saying don't take any, I am just wondering if chasing rainbows may be taking you away from finding a tangible partner. As for a writing critique, I feel you were just sharing some thoughts and it was effective.

[Franky]

I loved that movie! My dad took me to movies very regularly. Im so glad you read this and reviewed, the girl in the pic is real, but it never worked out. I
found out she was married, I had no idea. No biggie though.

[Myra Fellows]

Frankie,
In my experience, when one states, "No biggie", it is because, it was a biggie. If you would, please write more, the sequel if you will. Convince me that it was no biggie, I am not convinced.

[Franky]

We are both married. So for that reason it was no biggie she is married. But we are no longer friends anyway so I guess I've moved on. I did care about her a bit too much though ...... And she never even liked this story!!! Omg

[Franky]

Sorry if that offended you. I am thrilled by the intetest in that movie. My dad and I were close and I always remember him taking me to movies.

[Myra Fellows]

Offended?
Nope.
Who cares anyway if I am offended?
I sent you a message.
Keep writing!!!!!!

[Franky]

I didn't want you offended since you seem interesting and different from others here. That's all.

[Viktoria]

A very interesting story! You seem quite infatuated with this young lady so good luck with your friendship. Try not to lose your sanity like the film character, though. I am fairly confident there is no Delorean you can rely on to travel back in time! I will have to track this film down and give it a viewing on a cold winter's day. 🌹

[Franky]

Awwww. Thank you for you kind wonderful comment.

[Kaylor Mason]

I wish the character all the best.

[Franky]

Thank you. Things have worked out.....without her.

[Haley]

There will always be people who capture your attention and don't let go and this was a fun read on such an experience! Good job and easy to relate to!

[Franky]

Thank you kindly. I appreciate you! This was written from my heart.