He looked up and saw a man staring back. He smiled a weary smile, and it was returned, full of understanding.
They turned, each choosing a chair. Together they faced the setting sun, so very alone.
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I saw a man but I thought there were two. He sat with only his reflection for company. Was he lonely? I wondered as I, myself, sat alone and stared out the window.
this is lovely, Christine
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Thank you! 😀
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Also, thank you so much for the reblog!
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you’re welcome!
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Reblogged this on ianstarttoday and commented:
very, very short, very, very beautiful
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So perfect. Such depth in so few words
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Thank you! I cut down so much from the original, but was not sad to see useless words go. I left only the bare bones. Glad to know it worked!
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Lovely words, so poignant.
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Thank you so much!
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Depth, emotion and intensity. A micro masterpiece!
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Thanks Darnok 😛 😀
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Nice image!
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Thank you!
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A haiku in prose. So much in so little, thank you.
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It’s my pleasure to share my creations!
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Nice!
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Thanks!
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My goodness, this is powerful. Sad and contemplative at the same time. Wonderful writing, Christine!
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Thank you! =]
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Great depth and beautiful Christine!
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Thank you! 😀
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You’re welcome : )
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Love this post!
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Thanks! 😀
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This is amazing. I find your work truly inspiring and a pleasure to read. I am envious of your skill and fully aware that this gives me the brownest nose but I just had to tell you how much enjoyment I get out of your work. Thank you.
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Thank you so much! Your words are so encouraging. It’s really nice to know that I’m not just sending my words into some endless void. I’m so glad you enjoy reading my pieces!
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Wow, the depth in this piece is just, Wow!!!
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Thank you so much for reading!
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