They're crowding around me, all of them. I've never seen them so excited yet worried at the same time. I can't hear what they're saying but I know it's about me. I look down at the floor like I always do, embarrassed by myself. If only I could be like them, if only I could experience the world that they do, then would I be happier?
I've always hated this place. The room is freezing and the man who pokes and prods me is never happy. I come here all the time, it's my home away from home. I guess I should be used to it by now but I never will be.
I can feel their eyes on me, watching me like a hawk watches his prey. I look up from the floor and see my mother coming towards me. She's got something in her hand but I can't figure out what it is. As she gets to me I notice she has tears in her eyes. She extends her arm and puts something around my ear, I jolt at the feeling of it.
'Sound check, Anna can you hear me.'
I look around the room and can't help but smile. I can hear them, finally.
This post is in response to the #dailyfreewritechallenge posted by @mariannewest & @improv. Today's prompt was 'Sound Check.' If you're wanting to participate in the #dailyfreewritechallenge, just follow the link:https://steemit.com/freewrite/@mariannewest/day-84-5-minute-freewrite-thursday-prompt-sound-check
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Until next time,
Meliss
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That was so great! I resteemed it and I hope others find and read this, I can envision an entire series of empathetic stories from the point of view of someone with a disability or a dreaded illness of some kind. I really like this concept and your writing.
Thank you @deaconlee! :)
A most wonderful and emotional sound check! I'm crying thinking about how Anna must be feeling.
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wow its amazing
Thank you!! 😊
Very good story and nicely written.
@deirdyweirdy thank you!! :)
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