13 July, 2023

Life Codes

In the unfolding tapestry of recent days, a young lady sought my counsel, troubled by one who, despite long being barred, had found a way to intrude anew—yet, I found my heart not fully inclined to engage, recalling the bitter moments from my days in the health field where despite earnest care, loss was inevitable; this weighed upon me, for I prefer to mend machines and puzzles rather than navigate human frailty. Meanwhile, I wrestle with relentless incursions upon my digital domain—unlisted calls demanding impossible tasks, breaches in my once-trusted defenses, and spectral signs of intrusion that transform my nights into vigils of vigilance. Yet, amid these trials, my mind returns to deeper revelations uncovered in personal files: my beloved angel’s quiet suffering mirrored in shadows of illness, a bond forged through shared inquiry and courage transcending mere flesh and blood. My writing, once addressed to absent souls, now turns inward, a testament to authenticity and remembrance, crafted far from the prying eyes of the virtual realm. I confront an overwhelming registry of names—a litany of memory and trauma—seeking to unravel the triggers of my silent retreats, a dance of neurodivergent minds entwined, balanced precariously between obsession and liberation. Through these ordeals, I am reminded to count blessings, to seek peace amidst chaos, and to cherish the guiding lights—stars that chart paths not just for me, but for those who follow. Thus, with guarded hope, I navigate these intertwined journeys of loss, vigilance, and enduring love.