PHOTO PROMPT © Roger Bultot
What happened? I don’t recognize who I am or where I’m trying to go. I can’t slow down. The whole world’s on the run and I can’t catch up or cut their speed. If I only knew how to fight it—but I don’t—so I’m sucked through panic’s straw, vacuumed into a ceaseless swirl of movement. No anchor to drop. No rope to throw. I’m tossed into a war of activity—always going—never sleeping, slowing, pausing. Running always, ever.
And pulsing between exhausted beats, my gasping heart begs for the cure. It knows: All I need is rest.
As always, many thanks to Rochelle Wisoff-Fields for hosting Friday Fictioneers! Stop over and read a wonderful array of 100-word-fiction pieces based on this photo prompt!
Angela Writes... 
well written piece…
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Nandini, thank you!
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I loved “sucked through panic’s straw”
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Neil, that was my favorite line, too! Thanks for reading.
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Yes, sir. Hyperactivity is a modern phenomenon and you describe it exactly.
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James, it is indeed! The photo was so chaotic; I had to go that direction. Thank you!
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Constant motion is exhausting especially for many during this time of year. We all need a little more rest!
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Brenda, I couldn’t agree more! This time of year is crazy. I wish I could give rest for Christmas presents :).
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Well done, Angela! I especially liked the line “sucked through panic’s straw.”
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Kathryn, thank you so much! I loved that line also :).
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Dear Angela,
My own heart’s gasping after reading this. Well done.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Rochelle, I’m so glad the piece pulled you in, though I don’t think any of us need more chaos, this time of year especially!
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This made me want to take a nap! (lol)
I’m too old for days like this, but just the right age for a nap. 🙂
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Hehe! Sorry about that! The never-ending go can be exhausting. I hope you got a nice nap ;). Thanks for you comment, Dawn.
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I can relate to that ever-pressing duty to keep going.
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It seems endless sometimes and can be exhausting. Thanks so much for your comment!
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You’re most welcome, Angela.
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