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K.C. Knouse's avatar

A tough situation. I admired them for staying at their home even though it was washed away. It was still home. An inspiring story, James.

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James Ron's avatar

Yes, it was home, where they wanted to be. Thank you, K.C. Btw, was through El Paso a couple of days ago, I honked, one long three short, in case you heard it. : )

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K.C. Knouse's avatar

I did not hear you honk. I was probably asleep.:). I did catch the vibe, however. When I heard you were traveling, I thought you might be coming this way. I hope you had a good trip.

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Pages After Dark's avatar

Your writing is really good and it made the story more engaging. Keep writing, fellow writer!

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James Ron's avatar

Hello, PAD. Sorry the delay getting back to you, I've been traveling. Thank you very much, I value your opinion. "Keep writing, fellow writer!" - U2!

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The Radical Individualist's avatar

As long as we've got each other...

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James Ron's avatar

That's the key, for sure.

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Sharron Bassano's avatar

What a great story. I loved their optimistic outlook, both finding the good in a bad situation. "This isn't so bad." "It's rather nice isn't it? "Downsizing!" "Kind of romantic." The realization that they had each other -- and possessions didn't matter. And that they could start over. Inspiring. Based on a true story, Ron? Or pure fiction?

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James Ron's avatar

They were fortunate to have each other. Probably anything less than optimism would break a person. I'm familiar with hurricane flooding but not anything like a debris flow. Thank you, Sharron.

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Switter’s World's avatar

We know how to pull together during a disaster. It’s one of our positive national traits still intact.

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James Ron's avatar

Yes, it seems that barriers breakdown and we get along in such times. Maybe it is a 'share the shock' response.

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Jim Melvin's avatar

Another great one. I don't know if I would have handled it as well as the couple did.

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James Ron's avatar

I don't think I'd do well either. Especially in such a short amount of time. Thank you, Jim.

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