Buried at the Base of a Cavern in the Snow
Inspired by an avalanche rescue training session
Footsteps swallowed
Eyes blinded
Wind is howling
Cold is biting
Safety calls
The cavern calls
Escape the wind
Escape the cold
Silence deafens
Heartbeats quicken
Thoughts racing
Instincts screaming
A cry for help
No answer
Silence deafens
Heartbeats quicken
Eyes shifting
Tears are streaming
Mind is numbing
The cold attacks bones
Silence deafens
Heartbeats quicken
Panic wins
Senses tingling
Squeak for help
No answer
Silence deafens
Heartbeats quicken
Hope is gone
Whisper for help
An answer
Manic laughter
Silence no more
Heartbeats no more
Only laughter
Menacing, triumphant laughter
Dog digs through
Eyes of wisdom
He knows
Too late
Eternal silence
Heartbeats no more
About the Creator
Bianca Cornelius
Do you enjoy your stories dark, like your coffee? Without sweeteners or milk to lighten the effect? Occasionally there might be some bittersweet chocolate thrown in for free; call it a mocha. Well, I might just have the right tales for you!
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