They say the Antarctic is the loneliest place in the world. A desolation of white in all directions. The howl of wind and snow. If you walk far enough from your base, you will be miles from any other human being.
But that is only one sort of loneliness. A loneliness that can be cured by the sight of another human face.
There are other kinds.
The loneliest place in the world is in a crowd. The loneliest thing of all is to be surrounded, to hear voices laughing, to see faces smiling, and yet still be utterly alone.
Word Count: 99
This is for Friday Fictioneers. Thanks to Rochelle Wisoff-Fields for running the challenge and Roger Bultot for providing the prompt photo!
Exactly. Well said.
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There is something lonely about the way he’s leaning, isn’t there
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Yes. I was struck by it at once. Thanks for commenting!
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Nicely observed. Nothing so lonely as being in a crowd of people with whom you have nothing in common.
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Dear Josh,
All too true. Well written.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I completely agree. I rarely feel “alone” when actually alone. No-one there to remind me of the fact, I suppose.
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Seems like a lot of people have felt the same way. Thanks for commenting!
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We have all seen loneliness in this picture. Well written, very moving
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Being ignored is the loneliest feeling of all.
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Very true. Thanks for commenting!
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So true. Loneliness comes in many forms.
My story!
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Thank you. It definitely does.
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The comparison of the barrenness of the Antarctic and the loneliness in a crowd is brilliant.
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Truth. Bleak, sad truth.
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Each one of us yearns for connection. Your story illuminates that reality. I hear you. You are not alone.
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Thank you.
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You’re welcome.
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Beautiful story. Thank you for sharing.
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This is so true. Lovely write.
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I don’t think loneliness when surrounded by others is talked about enough. Many truths here.
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Very well put.
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