"He expected suspicion, distance, the wary glances reserved for newcomers in any closed system. Instead, the patients gathered around him with a kind of gentle, gravitational pull. Welcoming. They drifted toward him in slow orbits, drawn by something he couldn’t see. For a moment, he felt almost flattered. Almost… needed."
Hey, I'm having a difficult time keeping up with your posts...You see how slow I am at posting mine. So, I'm not ignoring you, just trying to keep up.
You are doing great. I appreciate your attention. No hard feelings if you miss anything, everyone has their own life to live. Thanks for the message!
"He expected suspicion, distance, the wary glances reserved for newcomers in any closed system. Instead, the patients gathered around him with a kind of gentle, gravitational pull. Welcoming. They drifted toward him in slow orbits, drawn by something he couldn’t see. For a moment, he felt almost flattered. Almost… needed."
Lovely writing as aways, Ira.
Thank you 🙏 I am honored.