FF: Out of Control

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I thought I had it all under control. I had a great job, a great life, everything. Yeah, there were some issues, but nothing to worry about.

Then, the accident happened and everything unraveled. Suddenly, everyone knew the truth: that I killed someone, and that I was high when it happened.

Now, I know, I cannot do it on my own. There are too many pieces, too many shattered lives. I need help. I need help.

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Thanks for another inspiring prompt, this week from Liz Young and as ever from our diligent leader Rochelle. So many ways this picture could go, but it made me think of step-work and hitting rock bottom. In this case, hitting an actual brick wall. Oh my! But, I think we have all been there on occasion, some of us more spectacularly than others. What an image.

Have a great week.

11 thoughts on “FF: Out of Control”

Sounds like your character is well on the road to recovery

Hari OM
OH yes, that first step! Succinctly storied, Anne! YAM xx

Acknowledging one needs help is the first step…

Deep and profound.

A painfully good read. What a shame that it had to cost a life before the MC asks for help.

Dear Anne,

The first step to recovery. This one promises to be long and painful. It leaves me hoping this person will get that help. Well done.

Shalom,

Rochelle

Anne,
The desperation comes through so resoundingly clear as you bring us into this character’s state of mind. Hope she gets the help she needs. Great bit of storytelling.
~🕊Dora

I hope that theu don’t have to pay a too high price for their crime. Great take, Anne.

I hope she gets the help she needs. Guilt will consume a person from the inside out. There has to be a support group out there for this kind of thing…