Prompt: Show a part of your nature that you feel you've lost. Can you get it back? Would it be worth it?
I heard someone say "it's time". My breath caught in my throat as my heart pounded. Two simple words that would forever change my life. I wanted to shake them off like an ill fitting sweater but the more I struggled the tighter they took hold.
My feet began to to move and I found myself inching towards the room where you lay. There was a strange sound that seemed out of place . . . . . a death rattle filled the room, filling my heart and soul with its presence.
I took your hand and just moments later I felt you leave. With one last breath, you, the man who had meant the world to me were gone. In that moment I felt ripped wide open as though there was a gaping hole right through the very core of me. A part of me was lost that day. Even though nine years have passed, and the hole is smaller, a part of me will remain forever lost.
oh, this just breaks my heart.
ReplyDeletewhat words could i possibly say? sending hugs to you.
Beautifully written and expressed.
ReplyDeleteThis brought back some memories for me, my step dad passed away suddenly almost 5 years ago, instead of "it's time", I hear the words, "he's gone"....my heart still isn't completely mended.
ReplyDeleteYou wrote this so beautifully Kathryn....hugs, xo
*hugs*
ReplyDeleteOh ouch, Kathryn. This is exquisite in its poignancy and adds another crack to my heart. Love to you.
ReplyDeleteGiven my week. This resonates. xo
ReplyDeleteThey say time heals all wounds, but I think the jerk-off that came up with that never really had one to start with. SO sorry for your loss.
ReplyDeleteHeartbreaking. Your words are full of your pain and sadness. You are so brave to share this loss.
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