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A Hard Fall

Posted on December 21, 2023 by

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A lot of people dying. That’s what’s happening. Death is happening. The word “hospice” seems to be on everybody’s lips. “She’s in hospice.” “He’s in hospice.” This is code for it won’t be long. It’s a signal, the yellow light shining before it turns… Continue Reading “A Hard Fall”

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A Hard Fall

Posted on November 2, 2019 by

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A lot of people dying. That’s what’s happening. Death is happening. The word “hospice” seems to be on everybody’s lips. “She’s in hospice.” “He’s in hospice.” This is code for it won’t be long. It’s a signal, the yellow light shining before it turns… Continue Reading “A Hard Fall”

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Aftermath

Posted on March 8, 2017 by

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I’m not afraid of flying. I’m afraid of leaving a mess. Ever since I invented a mantra for myself to say during take-off, I’ve been fine with flying. I start reciting the phrases as the plane roars down the runway and only stop when… Continue Reading “Aftermath”

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When Your Father Dies

Posted on September 2, 2013 by

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When your father dies, you will be at a loss for words. If it’s a surprise, you will burst into tears. You will cover your face with your hands and cry like you were six-years old, like the time you got lost on the… Continue Reading “When Your Father Dies”

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