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Grief process
#WritcoStoryPrompt116
Write a story about an ember and how it connects to your life.

I've gone through many seasons of change throughout life. At the beginning I was in a cacoon hanging from a tree frozen in time. I realized my changes had to begin with a certain process. The process of grief work regardless of the pain endured. Written letters to loved ones who have long been missed. It seems the good ones leave earth before their time. As I got to traumatic experiences along the way I built blazing fires trickling in mid air. Throwing away old clothing making me think of his horrific presence. A presence I wanted no recollection of. A letter of all the trauma caused by his hands went ablaze into the fire. Embers grabbed hold as they dissapate leaving me my final choice. The choice to let go and start a new life vowing to love and respect myself no matter friendships lost. For it was in that moment in that tiny ember where it all took place. Where I was able to let go completely. For in the end is where I transformed into a beautiful butterfly spreading my wings flying on my own accord.
© Brandi N. Willard