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Comment from Jeffrey L. Michaux
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I can imagine that loss of a loved one. The grief caused by such an event is unexplainable and very hard to recover from. You're left with emptiness, along with many lonely days and nights. Thanks for sharing this intense and well written work. Well done!

 Comment Written 27-Feb-2020


reply by the author on 27-Feb-2020
    Thank you for understanding the emotions and grief that is entwined with the words I write. Many have said I possibly stretched the feelings, but until they walk in my shoes and truly feel the pain, I doubt they understand. I appreciate your time and kind words. Smiles and hugs!
Comment from thaities, Rebecca V.
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Lovely with a surprising ending. Grief's stages are hurtful at best but good memories smooth the rough edges. You have the perfect picture to set the tone of this writing.

 Comment Written 27-Feb-2020


reply by the author on 27-Feb-2020
    Thank you for your kind words and for taking the time to read my story. Writing is my way of remembering and for healing and it's wonderful when someone else appreciates the emotions entwined with the written words. Smiles and hugs!
Comment from royowen
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I feel for the elderly, just reading, who've been together for many years, the parting must incredibly difficult, I'm at an age were one starts to think of these things, so I was thinking of this probably younger woman. An excellent entry in this 100 word dash contest, good luck, blessings, Roy

 Comment Written 27-Feb-2020


reply by the author on 27-Feb-2020
    Thank you for taking the time to read and for your gracious comments. My husband and I had many many good years a few where he was very sick, but our love managed to survive the difficult times too. He recently passed and I've started writing again in order to find myself and move forward. Smiles and hugs!
reply by royowen on 27-Feb-2020
    Hence your name, Elaine and I have been togetther since 1971, so I understand, we have lost a friend in recent times, we spend regular time with his wife, I understand.
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2020
    Have a great day!
reply by royowen on 27-Feb-2020
    You too.
Comment from Sharon Haiste
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I think this is a good entry for the 100 Word Flash Fiction contest.
This short story is well told and clear.
Well done and I wish you luck with the contest.
Sharon

 Comment Written 27-Feb-2020


reply by the author on 27-Feb-2020
    Thank you so much for taking the time to read and comment on my story. I truly appreciate it! Smiles and hugs!
Comment from giraffmang
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Hi there,

It is funny how familiar places take on different meaning when circumstances change. there is a nice vein of emotion carrying through this one. I did feel tsunami of tears may be a bit much though.

All the best
GMG

 Comment Written 27-Feb-2020


reply by the author on 27-Feb-2020
    I understand we all feel our emotions differently and I too have faced grief but nothing like the recent loss of my husband...thus the tsunami of tears. Thank you for reading, appreciating the story line and commenting. Smiles and hugs!
Comment from Teri7
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This is a very beautifully written 100 Word Flash Fiction story you have penned for the contest. You used great descriptive words and very lovely imagery from the art work you chose. Best wishes in the contest. love and blessings, Teri

 Comment Written 27-Feb-2020


reply by the author on 27-Feb-2020
    Thank you so much Teri for reading and commenting so generously on my story. It is greatly appreciated. Smiles and hugs!
Comment from Gail Denham
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Sad thing to be in the place where once love flourished - for whatever reason, she's now alone - and perhaps time to move on, find new loves and goals. Good story

 Comment Written 27-Feb-2020


reply by the author on 27-Feb-2020
    Thank you for taking the time to read and comment on the flash story. My writing is my therapy as I do struggle to move past one of the most tragic moments in my life. I am pleased that you sensed the many emotions entwined in my words. Smiles and hugs!
Comment from lance michaels
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A poignant little story about lost love, loneliness and the beautiful memories of sweet times shared together. I loved it! God Bless and good luck in the contest

 Comment Written 27-Feb-2020


reply by the author on 27-Feb-2020
    Thank you...It was written from the heart and my memories. I am grateful for your kind words and wishes. I am pleased that you understood the emotional changes. Smiles and hugs!
Comment from lyenochka
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Nicely described from the warmth of the fireplace and the warmth of the memories of love and then the chilling cold of loneliness without her beloved. Well done in these few words. Best wishes in the contest.

 Comment Written 27-Feb-2020


reply by the author on 27-Feb-2020
    Thank you so much for taking the time to read and enjoy my story. Life has a way of changing in a heart beat from a warm moment to a much darker one, teaching us to cherish the memories. Smiles and hugs.
Comment from zanya
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Yes a moment of grief portrayed in all its harsh reality -generated by ever so fond memories of the beloved - and the 'tsunami of tears ' that it generates

 Comment Written 26-Feb-2020


reply by the author on 27-Feb-2020
    Thank you for taking the time to read and to share your thoughts regarding my story. I appreciate it very much. So few words but such a broad gamut of emotions. Smiles and hugs!