[Annie]: 415.Miscellaneous.Drabbles.Fall2010

By [Annie] (Tiffany M.)
Created for Drabbles Fall contest 2010
Challenge: must involve a tree log


We climbed together ever higher—monotonously, methodically, tirelessly. The one in front of me never stopped, his feet lifting and falling, his burden heavy but unwavering. I followed close behind, trying to imitate his steps. The one behind me was silent like I was; words were an unnecessary disruption. I wouldn’t have thought of talking to either of those around me, not even to ask a question, of which I had none. I also carried my burden without falling. I didn’t contemplate my ability to do this, just followed—followed higher into the rotting center of the fallen tree log.