Friday, March 16, 2012

TRIFEXTRA: 'LOST'

This post is in response to this weekend's Trifecta Trifextra challenge. 
Write a story entitled 'Lost' in exactly 33 words. The word 'lost' can only appear in the title, not your 33 words. 

LOST

She forced her eyes open. Heavy. With every blink the pain intensified. Agony. Her brain was foggy. Confusion. A kind face, a gentle voice. “The surgery is over. You did just fine.” Relief. 
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  1. PurpleMooseMarch 16, 2012 at 6:37 PM

    Oh, I remember this feeling. We can never get those hours back, nor would we want to. But, it is SO confusing to wake up and be so confused. Great take.

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    1. According to Mags...March 17, 2012 at 12:06 AM

      I know what you mean. Thanks for reading. I really liked your take as well!

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  2. NatureGirlMarch 16, 2012 at 7:03 PM

    Hmm. I never would have thought of that! Good imagery!

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  3. boogulooMarch 16, 2012 at 7:45 PM

    I can see this especially after an accident.

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    1. According to Mags...March 17, 2012 at 12:08 AM

      Awww! I was hoping this would fit into the last 7 cures! ;) thanks!

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  4. OldDogNewTitsMarch 16, 2012 at 9:31 PM

    :( And we both just keep these themes alive. Well done.

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    1. According to Mags...March 17, 2012 at 12:15 AM

      Thanks. Yep, our recent exchange did inspire my thoughts for this. I find that writing about it is a little therapeutic.

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  5. UnknownMarch 16, 2012 at 9:36 PM

    Nice take on the prompt. Definitely lost after surgery.

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  6. StephanieCMarch 16, 2012 at 11:15 PM

    A different approach. Totally able to relate.

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    1. According to Mags...March 17, 2012 at 12:16 AM

      I was hoping for a different approach. Thanks for visiting!

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  7. AnonymousMarch 17, 2012 at 5:27 AM

    It does feel like we're lost when waking from surgery. Didn't think about it that way before...

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  8. ElGuapoMarch 17, 2012 at 11:07 PM

    Love what you brought to this.
    Wouldn't have thought to use that imagery for the word.

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    1. According to Mags...March 18, 2012 at 1:50 PM

      Thanks, Guapo! Yes, been on my mind lately, so I thought I would write it out. ;)

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  9. Sharp Little PencilMarch 18, 2012 at 12:45 AM

    Oh, this was an excellent take on the prompt. Having recently undergone my first colonoscopy, I remember Lex in the recovery room, smiling and reassuring me that all was well... Good work! Peace, Amy
    http://sharplittlepencil.com/2012/03/17/lets-get-lost-trifecta/

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    1. According to Mags...March 18, 2012 at 1:50 PM

      Thanks, Amy! I really enjoyed your piece as well. ;)

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  10. AnonymousMarch 18, 2012 at 12:51 AM

    I was so afraid for her. I liked the way you let us realize what was happening as she did. It made her easy to connect with in such a short space.

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  11. Tara R.March 18, 2012 at 2:02 PM

    That moment of waking up, muddy brained, can be scary and disconcerting.

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  12. TrifectaMarch 18, 2012 at 7:05 PM

    Like so many of the others, I have to say that this was a surprising, but very successful, response to the prompt. It's very apt. Nice job. Thanks for linking up and hopefully see you for the weekday challenge starting on Monday.

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  13. AmeliaMarch 18, 2012 at 10:02 PM

    Very true, I can relate.

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