A Backpacker's Guide to Exorcism

[violaconspiracy]

The reflection in the window tells me that the pack strapped to my back is small--  far too small, in fact, for someone who is on her way to a different country for two weeks. It's hard to believe my eyes, because I feel like I'm carrying a mountain.

Most people could carry three of my pack without trouble, but I'm adding it to an already-massive

Comments

[cheshire23]

I love the way this ends.

[violaconspiracy]

Me too! An ending without nasty ghosts riding my back is much preferable. Thank you!

[whipchick]

I really liked the way you personified the different emotions and fears. The evolution you experienced is so well told, too!

[violaconspiracy]

Thank you! I think this is an evolution that will never be finished, but it's definitely had a great impact on how I live.

[labelleizzy]

left the window open forEVER but glad I did.
this is wonderful.
...and makes me want to travel alone again.

=)