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K.C. Knouse's avatar

A great place to start over. Accepting people and physical labor, a good combination. A hopeful tale, James. Thank you.

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James Ron's avatar

Thank you, K.C. I appreciate it.

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Kathleen Hobbs's avatar

Second chances and kindness that’s what life is all about for a lot of us. I thoroughly enjoyed this story.

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James Ron's avatar

Hi, Kathleen. Thank you very much. Some of us need more than just one second chance. : )

Thanks for the restack!

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Kathleen Hobbs's avatar

You're welcome, James

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just mud by Ron's avatar

Giving a man a life lesson; you can't lose there. Always a great backdrop for the story too, James.

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James Ron's avatar

Hi, Ron. Eric lucked out meeting those two. Thank you very much.

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Jim Cummings's avatar

Well done cowboy. Three tough and independent characters.

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James Ron's avatar

Thank you, Jim. I appreciate your thoughts!

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Jim McCraigh's avatar

Good stuff...

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James Ron's avatar

Thank you, Jim.

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Sharron Bassano's avatar

How I love stories of redemption! Employment is a powerful ally. You've created three wonderful characters here. Thank you, James Ron. A fine start to my day.

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James Ron's avatar

Me, too, Sharron. I'll see if something gels with the other characters. I always love your thoughts. Thank you.

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The Radical Individualist's avatar

I've come to realize that all your stories have a common thread. People living their own lives on their own terms, for better or worse. No wonder I like them!

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James Ron's avatar

Thank you, Chip. I appreciate it! I'm very glad you like them.

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Steve Kelsey's avatar

You have done it again. Clean simple poetic and deeply evocative prose.

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James Ron's avatar

Thank you, Steve. Your comments mean a lot to me.

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Steve Kelsey's avatar

You are very welcome James. I enjoy reading your work

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