The tension knot that first appeared in her lower back, had worked its way to her shoulders and neck causing her to slouch and invoke an image of a woman much older than herself.
She caught herself releasing heavy sighs for even the most miniscule tasks; a sign that she was taking on far too much.
A ‘to do’ list lay next to her highlighting her life in point form and stretching out into eternity; a daunting mix of important, urgent and useless tasks that triggered an entire series of wide ranging emotions.
The weight of her responsibilities was tangible and when the tears finally came, she had little resources and energy left to stop them from spilling over the brim of her eyelids and streaking her pink cheeks.
I believe in you, a familiar voice whispered in her ear halting the tears and reminding her that greatness was born from perseverance.
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That was another excellent post today. You make it look so easy. Thanks so much for sharing. I really enjoyed reading it very much. Have a wonderful day!
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Well done Angie. A slice of life, easy to relate to, and a reminder for us all to keep going. Hugs! #yourock !!
Thanks darling! How did you know it was me? LOL 😛
I hate days like that. But I think this is a great choice as a scene for the prompt word, because what else can you do in times like that than persevere?
My thoughts exactly. Thanks for the comment 🙂
I loved it and cannot help but marvel at your mastery of the semicolon. I have yet to do so.
Wow! Thanls a huge compliment Marie! Thank you so much 🙂
I felt her weariness. Nice one.
Thanks 🙂
I wish I had a little voice on days like that. Well done on such a real, thoughtful piece. xxx
Thank you! You can borrow my little voice anytime you like 🙂
I related to that so perfectly…we all need those little encouragements at times. Lovely!
Yes we do! 🙂
Everybody needs a voice like that! Wonderful idea, and great descriptions!
Thank you! 🙂