Thursday 2 December 2010

Pristine

PRISTINE

–adj.

1. having its original purity; uncorrupted or unsullied.
2. of or pertaining to the earliest period or state; primitive.






















For days we forgot you
But then we saw you had not been out
Pristine snow telling on your weakness
And came back
Too late.


The background picture is copyright of Willow of Willow Manor, who has put it forth as a writing prompt.
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11 comments:

Sue J said...

This happens all too often. A good take on the photo.

Suz said...

I liked your take on this prompt
it lingered

Helen said...

Keeping close watch on friends, neighbors and family ~ a lesson for all!

Kristen Haskell said...

This one speaks of the importance of remembering.

Tumblewords: said...

This one is frightfully clear! Nice!

Jinksy said...

A sad comment on human nature...

Kathe W. said...

whoops- keep an eye on your friends and neighbors. Good post.

signed...bkm said...

Sad but true...many elderly alone...good neighbors are a blessing ...bkm

Tess Kincaid said...

Such a sad, sad tale.

Andreas said...

Simple clear poignant (the most important qualities of all).

C.M. Jackson said...

welcome words at this time of year-beautiful magpie-c