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A chapter in the book Writing Prompt Entries 2014

Extinguished

by Debra White


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Recognition flickers...

Confusion snuffs her out.


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Six Word Poetry Contest writing prompt entry
Writing Prompt
The topic for this poetry contest is: Write a poem using six words about any subject, but be creative and original.


My Grandfather is in the later stages of dementia and very rarely recognises me anymore. For the briefest of moments we occasionally 'connect'. Then he is gone again.

Personification of recognition and confusion intentional.

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