Trifextra: Week Ninety
It is time for Trifextra. For this weekend’s prompt,this is what Trifecta has to say-” Katherine Paterson, author of Bridge to Terabithia, wrote, “It’s like the smarter you are, the more things can scare you.” We are looking for a 33-word explanation of what scares you (or your character). “
http://www.trifectawritingchallenge.com/#sthash.JcfMbomr.dpuf
Here are my 33 words:-)
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Am I losing it?
It does not stalk me
but lurks in
unexpected corners
peeking from
the mirror of
forgetfulness,
leering at my
growing inability
to remember-
hauntingly real
yet distant
this
fear of
losing my mind!
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Now that can be make one fearful!
Oh that fear … that one … is that why I lock in all my knives every night..
Very real piece of writing. My parents are both at that point and it is so sad.
I spoke on the phone with my elderly mother just this morning and for much of the conversation she was confused and often asked me to repeat myself. I wish I lived closer to her so I could help out more. She needs caring for, as much as my two young daughters do. I wonder if people with dementia and/or Alzheimers realize the state that they re in? Are they frustrated that they can’t remember or do they welcome the child-like simplicity of their world view? Can’t experience it so, can’t say for sure how it goes but, hopefully, won’t ever find out. Your fear is a big, big one, for sure. Well written, Atreyee! 🙂
Have your moms hearing checked. Normal hearing loss seems like dementia.
My fear, exactly. It’s just so sad.
I fear this too. And I do that room thing about 50% of the time;)
Clever, clever use of 33 words!
That is a terrible fate. However, it will not be a person’s problem if it happens. lol
Ohhhh yeah. Just before sitting down to read this, I thought, “I’ll grab some water from the fridge.” But there was no water in the fridge. I gave up, came over, sat down, and found my water next to the computer. I’d already done it. Sigh. Old age is going to be rough. 🙂 Thanks for linking up. Don’t forget to vote.
Afraid of that, truly! I was recently with a hospice patient who is 95 and has severe dementia. A long life with a scattered mind is very devastating.
Very realistic take on the prompt!
I can relate to this. I forget a lot of things!
I get that way sometimes. It can be frustrating.
Forgetfulness had not scared me yet…but now I am worried.
Love the mirror of forgetfulness! (and the card. At least 25%!)
Your beautiful writing has made this fear very palpable. Nicely done!