Friday, January 13, 2023

IN COCYTUS

 I'm in Dante's ninth circle of hell
frozen in the lake of Cocytus
where icy winds howl
where Satan lurks in Judecca.


Le mie grida angosciate sono inascoltate

non c'e scampo


Jon



trans: my anguished cries are unheard
           there is no escape








28 comments:

  1. I hear you Jon.
    Let’s find a way out.
    Lisa
    salemslot9@aol.com

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    1. I'm afraid in my present extremely dire situation there is no way out....... I truly hope things will get better for you.

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    2. I would ask if you’re interested in buying a house but, unfortunately neighbors are dragons. :/

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    3. Despite all of my ENORMOUS problems, I do like the peace and privacy here.

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  2. I have been checking back daily, Jon, in hopes of finding another post. No rose-colored glasses were on, sorry there is no way out, and that the narrow grid is uncollectible with no escape. Should you not post again, I will miss you my blogger friend...but I will keep checking back.

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    1. It means a lot to know that you care. I'm presently plagued with a myriad of serious problems - - hopefully I'll resume blogging (soon?).

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  3. I loved Dante's inferno! I don't think I read the entire thing though... But did watch an animated version of it online. Does that count as literature? ( watching instead of reading? ) I should ask my former literature prof.. if he is still alive.

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    1. I read Dante's "Inferno" when I was eighteen. At the time it didn't impress me. Who ever knew I'd be living in an inferno in my "old" age?

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  4. If only Hell truly looked as pretty as your photos. I hear you, Jon and I am also one of your followers who checks back daily in hopes that you do not leave us.

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    1. I will never abandon my blog - - unless all my problems finally drive me insane or render me suicidal. Despite the fact that I'm existing in hell, the forest is always hauntingly intriguing.

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  5. But not too long now, and all those bare trees will be gloriously leafed in green, hold on.
    Jo

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    1. If I can eventually overcome the multitude of personal problems that are plaguing me, I'll welcome the soothing warmth of spring.
      There was light snow this morning.

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  6. I check here too Jon. I think Dante was a joker at heart and a good observer. I like it when you post something.

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    1. I hate to post things when I'm plagued with problems and severely depressed - - yet I feel obligated to assure people that I'm still alive. I'm hoping that things will improve....

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  7. Jon!! Glad you're still plugging away. Though times be dark, there is still light. 🤗Hang in there.

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    1. There are many times when I think the darkness will never end - - but I haven't yet given up hope. I seem to be cursed, but I'm sure there is a light in the future.

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  8. Oh Jon, it is so sad to read about your pain, I do hope that things improve for you, please do not give up hope!

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    1. Jenny, so far this is the worst year of my life. I couldn't begin to describe all the problems I have. My initial reaction is to panic from being overwhelmed - - it will be less painful if I just tackle one thing at a time.

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    2. I do believe that this is a good way to tackle all overwhelming situations. I check back on you often and wish you good luck in reducing that dark mountain, bit by bit.

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  9. Jon,

    This is Jackie in CA. I too check daily for new posts and am wishing you well. I wish I lived closer so I could help you in some way.
    Email me at jacquemishler2018@gmail.com if I can help. Your cousin is not an option? Surely if things are so dire. . .

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    1. Your genuine concern means a lot - thanks for being there. My cousin hasn't been in contact with me for awhile. I strongly suspect that she has problems of her own - but I'm sure she'd help if I needed her.
      I'll keep your email address, although I'm presently too depressed to write.

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  10. You don't know how happy I was to see a post from you again. I was worried. I pray for you and hope that you can figure out something for pain. Can you do a tele-health appointment to try and get some relief? Please try and get some help for yourself. Wendy

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    1. I haven't been posting because I'm presently so overwhelmed with problems that I'm fighting to keep a semblance of sanity. Every now and then I'll post something (anything) to assure everyone that I'm still alive. Thanks, Wendy - I truly appreciate your concern.

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  11. Just checking in, Jon, and while there is nothing helpful to add at least wanted you to know you haven’t been forgotten. Whenever you do post, your concerned friends, like myself, will appreciate hearing from you.

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    1. I truly appreciate your concern. I'm presently nearly on the brink of insanity from the unrelenting stress that I'm going through - but I'll continue posting updates when I can Thanks!

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