Posted by 
A return to Greek Mythology again… Can’t seem to help myself. This self contained story features The Isles of the Blessed.
The stained glass pendant, blurred her eyes as she stared. Moisture ran down her face. Why did life have to be so hard?
Her mother always said, dolphins delivered messages to the other side, the Isles of the Blessed. The kingdom housed heroes in the afterlife. Worthy, pure souls destined to serve and protect the living if an occasion ever arose.
The world bleak. The elite self-serving clowns. The world cried out for heroes. And yet she wasted her time thinking of what could be and should be. A chill crept through her being.
Wind chimes rattled in the distance, whispering an answer. Time for the heroes to rise; starting with herself.
Tannille 
Maybe the answer is that there are no heroes. Or, that we’re all heroes. We need to do this together.
LikeLiked by 2 people
I think being a hero is an individual thing, moving against the tide, being the person you want others to be.
Thanks N!
LikeLike
Make a start. Someone is bound to follow. Captivating.
LikeLiked by 1 person
One person can change so much. Or at least inspire others to change.
Thanks S!
LikeLike
Lovely deep stuff,
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks Shrawley!
LikeLike
Yes, Tannille, the Revolution starts here!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Legends in our own minds!
Thanks C
LikeLike
I must confess I didn’t get it. Not because you didn’t write well but because I’m tired and the brain demands sleep. Shall revisit tomorrow.
LikeLiked by 1 person
We’ve all been there 😀. The general understanding of the story is, people look for outside forces, God, angels etc (or in this case Greek heroes) to save them, when really we can become hero’s ourselves and fight for change.
Thanks G!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Words of wisdom those!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Dear Tanille,
Lovely descriptions. The world still cries out for heroes, doesn’t it?
Shalom,
Rochelle
LikeLiked by 1 person
I think now more than ever. At least in my life time.
Thanks R!
LikeLike
This read almost like a stream of consciousness. I enjoyed it very much, Tannille.
Susan A Eames at
Travel, Fiction and Photos
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks S, I had no idea where I was going this week!
LikeLike
Perhaps only Greek Gods and heroes can save us now!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Good luck with that challenge, they might need the Norse, Celts and Egyptians to join their band. 😀
Thanks I
LikeLiked by 1 person
Another excellent story. Keep the mythology coming!
LikeLiked by 1 person
I would be lost without the mythology. The prompt a head scratcher for me this week. 😀
Thanks K
LikeLiked by 1 person
Do we really need heroes? Pragmatism would serve us better.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I tend to think it depends. One can be practical but that doesn’t mean one will stand up and push back against the system and put their jobs/safety/love ones in jeopardy. To me that’s a true hero. Pragmatism would go a long way though.
Thanks for your thoughtful comment Liz!
LikeLike
Sometimes I too feel as she does. It is so easy to feel weighed down. And yet, most of us have the potential to be heroes in our own way.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Exactly. A great explaination.
Thanks G!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Here’s to the potential hero in all of us. And to the wisdom of dolphins.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I’d drink to that!
Thanks N!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Cheers!!!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Great story. I really like the line “Wind chimes rattled in the distance, whispering an answer.”
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks J. I wondered if that line was a bit too much. I had to wrap up the story. 😀
LikeLiked by 1 person
Exquisite writing!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks N!
LikeLike
there are others like her. if she looks hard enough, she will find them.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Hope so. I think fighting against status quo in society is extreme difficult, much to lose.
Thanks P!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Ah, yes. In paradise there is no need for heroes as everything is peaceful and everyone can be who they want to be. Life is so much better in a world of fantasy.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Fantasy is the best holiday the mind can take.
Thanks J
LikeLiked by 1 person
So much depth in a mere 100 words. Good one T!
LikeLiked by 1 person
I crave more words most of the time. 😀
Thanks GiN!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Time to get hero-ing, people 🙂
LikeLiked by 1 person
Biggest hurdle is knowing what to do.
Thanks D!
LikeLiked by 1 person
i enjoyed reading your excellent story. Well done.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks Bill 😀
LikeLiked by 1 person
my pleasure.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I believe there are many, many ordinary people who are faithfully living their ordinary lives under extraordinary circumstances. All of them are heroes.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I agree with you. I think of the medical profession during this pandemic. They know it’s a matter of time before they are infected but continue to serve.
Thanks L!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Nice one. I liked the mix of mythology and a reflection of contemporary times. Everyone can be a hero.
LikeLiked by 1 person
I think many of us wait to be “saved” rather than deal with issues directly.
Thanks S
LikeLike
We could use some heroes right about now.
I’m digging the Greek Mythology stories. My best friend is heavily into Greek and Egyptian Mythology. I’ve learned a lot from her. It’s fun and interesting stuff.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Greek, Egyptian and Norse are my go to. Keep trying the Celtic stuff but it hasn’t sank in yet. One day….
Buff heroes would be nice… 😀
Thanks N!
LikeLiked by 1 person
Well, I do work out. Um… I’ll think about it. (Reluctant hero… Check) You didn’t mean in the buff, right? I’m very shy.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Oh… buff as in muscle. But nudity is… oh never mind. I stepped into this one lol.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Great 👍
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks S!
LikeLike
A buildup to a thoughtful decision. Very nice.
LikeLiked by 1 person
Thanks E!
LikeLike
I enjoyed reading this, and wanted to read on
LikeLike