This was a writing prompt from Seedlings in Stone that I began but didn't finish until recently. If you haven't spent time over there you should definitely go for a visit, it's such a cool place with much to offer. It is the blog of the author L.L. Barkat. A lovely woman full of grace and encouragement and awesome writing prompts for newbies like me.
I found my soul.....
backed into a dimly lit alley
sickly, malnourished, yet fierce...
There....
in between the shadows
I could see her ....
eyes flashing....... undaunted
The evil ones
they came at her
one
two
three at a time
with savage blows
they beat her down...
she bore each new blow with a determined stare
facing them, one by one
with calm defiance
I stood, mesmerized
watching
As her claws came out
Sharp teeth, ready to do battle
As she fought with a rage only a mother knows
a mother protecting her young
they left her
wounded, but not defeated
I watched her walk to a corner in the alley
a faint mew....
Her young one was safe
7 comments:
Wow, Tina.
Very powerful. Evokes that mother fighting instinct in me!
I love visiting L.L. over at Seedlings. She has helped me grow as a writer.
Sending love,
laura
thanks Laura,
I gave the prompt to Brett, he said he has been working on it, I am looking forward to what he comes up with.
you paint a strong, sharp picture here, tina.
"she bore each new blow with a determined stare" ... i can see it!
My favorite phrase...
to a corner in the alley
a faint mew....
The quiet after the hard work. Yes.
This is lovely, Tina! Thanks for posting the photo of Brett - having a face to go with the prayers reminds me to keep lifting him up. Love you!
This is just so, so good. Such clarity and passion.
Very well done.
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