Other Nature
Umber to butterscotch, the earth yields to scrappy trees and shrubs headstrong enough to break through - more litter than nature and a worn fringe capping the surrounding hills. Few walk; those who do receive that blank look ambulances get. A sun resembling one you knew is a different beast: much bigger teeth and a wounding bite only shade resists. Two birds of prey swoop on cursed things, taking turns to mesmerise you. Remember none of this surprises anyone but you, and lives continue in that careworn way coming for you.