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The End

Posted on August 18, 2015 by Suzanne

Tonight was the first time I thought about the body burning. But only for a moment. The call came Friday morning. It was no surprise. I’ll never see her face again. Usually there’s a funeral. A body to view. This … Continue reading →

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Deathbed

Posted on October 18, 2014 by Suzanne

My friend had a strange dream last night.  He dreamed someone he knew had been exterminated, and another was on the list.  He was disturbed by the nature of the dream and left wondering, “Who’s the next victim? ”  Tonight, … Continue reading →

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