She lay in bed a long time trying to put it off as long as she could, to summon the will.
Not a morning person she used to say, when there had been anyone to say it to.
No reason now to see anyone.
The government check came on the fifth every month,
ALDI delivered her groceries, the rent and phone paid automatically.
She could no longer afford the cable, but the neighbor’s wifi was usually fast enough for Facebook and the occasional cat video.
But the mornings, the gray weight of another day.
There was no cure for that.
Powerful – really delivered the angst of that life stage and matched the photo so well.
Facebook has so many “friends”. Hope she has real friends, who can give her company.
Depression and losing a sense of purpose can be dangerous.
I Rest My Case – Anita
Dear Josh,
I had no idea that ALDI delivers. You’ve painted a dismal picture of a stagnant life. Well done.
Shalom,
Rochelle
Ennui well captured
Such depression.
The picture seemed to take us both in the same direction. Nicely done.
Once one falls into the apathy groove, it is extremely difficult to get out of it.
Poor thing. I wish on her a puppy, to get her out of the bed (and into the fresh air, at least twice every day and night) … and perhaps someplace to volunteer in, so she can have something to get out of bed FOR, if she cannot find one inside her own mind. :(
A convincing portrayal of many lives.
Oh dear. This is too real, well done.
Excellent description of toxic ennui. Hoping she reaches a point of intolerance to rouse herself from it.
So sad. Life is hard for some.
Not a very good life.
Best line: “But the mornings; the grey weight of another day.” Perfectly describes grief and the accompanying depression. well done.
What a sorrowful place to find oneself in. I made a new friend while queuing in my local ALDI – perhaps she should try going here herself.!
Here’s my story!
No cure, indeed. It is a wet, dreary day that is promising to become nasty with snow…ach, look! The weather man was right for a change… it’s snowing! definitely a grey, depressing day.
Great study of how life can go sour,
She should find some company now that are basic needs are being met, well almost!