BROKEN
I knew as I walked up the path – the very air hummed
with violation. I turned the key on an unresisting lock and my feet crunched as
I stepped inside.
My art speaks uncomfortable truths, but never before
has it incited violence. The shrouded mummy of my lost childhood stood useless
guard over a month’s work reduced to rubble, and my latest work had been turned
upside-down – the ultimate insult.
I swept up carefully, saving broken pieces to re-use.
My next work already has its name.
I will not be silenced.
..........................................................................................................A bit of a weird this week - I'm not sure where this piece came from, but it wrote itself in ten minutes.
Thanks to Rochelle for the image - I hope this didn't happen to her!
i think 'unbroken' is the more apt title for this story. at least, the way i interpret it. well done.
ReplyDeleteThank you plaridel.
DeleteI like the idea of using the broken pieces to create something new.
ReplyDeleteTrue recycling!
DeleteWonderful reaction to the prompt. Original and heartfelt.
ReplyDeleteThanks Linda.
DeleteAtmospheric story and I liked that she will not be silenced despite the destruction.
ReplyDeleteSusan A Eames at
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Thanks Susan
DeleteGreat reading of the prompt
ReplyDeleteYou're very kind, Neil
DeleteThis was great, Liz. Such an original take on the prompt. I love that she is reusing broken pieces to continue to create!
ReplyDeleteGlad you liked it, Dale, thank you!
DeleteTo rise from the ashes. I admire her positive attitude, something most would not possess in such a situation.
ReplyDeleteThere's a tissue-thin line between positive and bloody-minded!
DeleteA nice take on resilience. Good job.
ReplyDeleteThank you.
DeleteDear Liz,
ReplyDeleteYou've captured the spirit of an artist with something to say. Nicely done.
Shalom,
Rochelle
I hope you've never been vandalised like this!
DeleteArt can stir powerful emotions, and be a powerful weapon. Nice one.
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