24 April 2012
She laid her head against the window with a dull thump and tried to block out the voices. Her parents, arguing. Again. She couldn't even remember what the fight was about this time. All she knew was she was trapped. Trapped. Between the golden walls and upholstered seats of the aging minivan. Wasn't this supposed to be a fun outing, to the movies? So far, her expectations were not high. She pulled her knees up to her chest, fighting tears. In a tremulous voice, she hummed tunelessly. Did they have to fight? She hated confrontation. She looked out the window, eager for her mind to be anywhere else. That view was just as bleak. Clouds were rolling in, growing darker and duller, just like the mood in the claustrophobic car. Five more minutes. Five more minutes and we'll be out of here.
-an atmosphere is a detailed description of a mood or moment with no plot or ending. After you read this, try closing your eyes and put yourself there, in the mood.
An Atmosphere • Opuss № I