The Bridge of Trepidation
by Bob Orsillo
Title
The Bridge of Trepidation
Artist
Bob Orsillo
Medium
Photograph - Photography
Description
The Bridge of Trepidation
The mist clung to the mountain like a ghostly shroud, obscuring the treacherous drop below. A lone figure, barely visible through the swirling fog, stood at the edge of a narrow, swaying bridge. The bridge, a precarious lifeline stretched between two towering peaks, seemed to defy gravity itself.
His name was unknown, a seasoned mountaineer known for his daring exploits. This bridge, however, was unlike any he had ever encountered. Its rickety wooden planks creaked and groaned with every step, and the cables, worn and frayed, seemed to tremble with anticipation of his weight.
Fear gnawed at him, a cold, insidious sensation that crept into his bones. But man was a man of courage, a man who thrived on the thrill of the unknown. He took a deep breath, steeling his resolve, and stepped onto the bridge.
The world beneath him vanished into a swirling sea of fog. The only sound was the haunting whisper of the wind and the rhythmic sway of the bridge. He gripped the cold, damp cables, his knuckles white with tension. With each faltering step, he felt the bridge shudder beneath his feet, as if it were testing his resolve.
As he neared the other side, the mist began to thin. A breathtaking vista unfolded before him, a panorama of snow-capped peaks and deep, plunging valleys. The fear that had gripped him earlier dissipated, replaced by a sense of awe and accomplishment.
He had conquered his fear, not by denying it, but by facing it head-on. The bridge of trepidation had become a symbol of his courage, a testament to the human spirit's ability to overcome
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October 12th, 2024
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Linda Howes 10 Days Ago
Well I think you should be a writer if you are not already Bob!! I love the story that goes perfectly with the scene! Being a hiker and can so relate to the fear and the feeling of what the hell am I doing this for, the reaching the top and remembering that is all worth it! Great work Bob! l/f