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Down the abyss

finds comfort in a bottle
escapes to a faraway land of illusion
abandons everyone who loved him



Wordku: 5-7-5 words

AP: 3rd place 2025

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Andrea Dietrich

November 10, 2018 at 5:49 PM

Oh so much like the other one's theme I just read. A tragedy that happens to often in this world.

Line Gauthier

November 10, 2018 at 6:13 PM

Thanks for dropping by, Andrea. It's very much on my mind right now, unfortunately... A bit depressing.

Rhona Mcferran

November 9, 2018 at 10:17 AM

It's hard to grasp... but most of time (when it has reached this level), the person doesn't even consciously see it as a "choice" anymore. (Which is obviously no comfort to the loved ones who see the other options!) So very sad.

Line Gauthier

November 9, 2018 at 11:53 AM

So true and so sad indeed. Thanks for your most appreciated visit and comment, Rhona.