The following is my entry for this week’s 100 word challenge: ditch.
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“Real shame, that,†John murmured, as he shuffled by.
“What a waste,†agreed Sue from her porch.
The city stepped in and wrote a citation for overgrown grass and the trash in the ditch.
Yet not one person knocked on the door and asked after the aging couple who had lived there for 30 plus years; the couple who had cheered on the accomplishments of each boy and girl on the street; the couple who bought every magazine and box of cookies proffered.
Letters were written – complaints filed – heads were shaken. But nobody checked.
Nobody knew the couple was gone.
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Oof…good story. Really hits home in this economy (people used to house being abandoned) and the way things in society are changing (a lot more people into themselves versus their neighbors). Good job.
What a good entry. It really is like this world to let things go by like that…the people that are always there to smile and say hi…everyone would only think to complain about the mess. Good piece, got my emotions going 🙂
Much too common a problem in today’s society. No one cares anymore… at least, not enough people. I shouldn’t say much though, I’m probably no better.
Wow, I loved this so much! So poignant. Wonderful 100 words entry.
Excellent use of the prompt without actually using the word.
That said, don’t get me started on how modern society is going to hell-in-a-handbasket, lol. I lived in Vermont for many years and Vermonters are notorious for keeping to themselves. Neighbors don’t bother you and you don’t bother them. EXCEPT when you’re in need.
We have completely flipped the neighbor connection on its head. Nosy and judgmental, but not helpful.
This killed me! How did I miss this last week? Beautiful 100 words, so sad.
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