Elijah Henderson
👤 SpeakerAppearances Over Time
Podcast Appearances
I rushed toward it, but no one was there, and my whole body shook.
I searched everywhere, but there was no sign of anyone.
No backpacks, no footprints, nothing.
Then I heard footsteps approaching.
For safety, I hid behind a tree, but even my own tent didn't feel safe anymore.
I couldn't see anyone, but I heard voices calling me to come out.
It was my neighbor's voice calling me to come near the tree.
Even though I recognized it, my gut told me something was wrong.
My mind was flooded with doubts.
If it was really my neighbor, why didn't they come to the tent?
Why were they calling me toward that creepy tree when the tent had lights?
I just lost hope and leaned against the pole.
Every silence, every doubt was eating me alive.
Finally, I was too tired to stay strong.
I regretted ever thinking I could come here.