A cabin emerged through the thick, unkempt foliage. A log cabin of early nineteenth century architectural remnants, kissed by spray paint, a twenty-first century commodity, wrote the word “PIGS” in red on the side of the structure. “This used to be a charming little cabin. I went with Dad once about five years ago. They really let this place go. Hopefully the inside is better than the outside,” Jamie said disappointedly.
We approached the doorstep of the battered antique. The windows were caked with mildew and grime, obscuring it’s transparency. “Okay how do we get in? Break through the window? I know those old guys don’t hear as well as we do, but I think they’ll hear glass breaking,” I said trying to think through the next steps. Jamie reached out, grabbed the door knob, twisted and pushed. The door slowly creeped open, revealing a dusty, dim and dank ambiance, which would repel even the most desperate of visitors.
“Cozy,” I said sarcastically.
Jamie strutted in first. She began to flail, gag, and spit incessantly. “Gross! I just walked right into a spiderweb. Got it in my mouth! Disgusting!” Jamie exclaimed. I pulled my phone and pressed on the flashlight icon. “Right, we should see what we’re walking into. I’m such a ditz,” Jamie said rolling her eyes to herself. My flashlight revealed a cabin which has long been deserted. Large wooden desks were filled with dust and webs. Boxes were lying all over the floor, and webs were draped all over the room.
“This looks like the ninth circle of hell. You really think we should hang out here? Chillin with rats and spiders, while we come up with an explanation as to why we survived the ambulance fire and fled from the scene of the accident?” I argued.
“Do you have a better idea? We can carve ourselves out a little place to rest somewhere. Let’s check out this room,” she replied.