The Edge of Isolation

by Linda Carruth

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The Edge of Isolation

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Linda Carruth

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Digital Art - Photo Collage

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An elderly person sits in a surreal, nature-infused environment surrounded by oversized flowers, butterflies, and birds. The scene blends elements of fantasy and reality, creating a dreamlike atmosphere with a mix of earthy and vibrant tones.

Too often, women are widowed and subsequently don't have much of a life after that. They can becomes shut-ins in front of the TV or other screens and it slowly becomes their entire life as if stuck inside some virtual-reality-like device. It's often the closest thing to them, especially if children have moved away.

There is so much around her, but how alone is she? It's daunting to go out alone. There are options, but since the Covid pandemic many people are more comfortable staying at home. There's the outdoors, nature, wildlife, travel, yet she dwells on the edge of complete isolation. Here she sits in darkness with only the flickering light of a backlit screen, feet dangling, distracted from any hope as she descends into loneliness, and perhaps even an early death.

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July 15th, 2024

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