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Ellen A Sandrew's avatar

Ahhh , I picture the whole thing , per usual! You are a gem.

Plus, now I'm craving campfire grilled blueberry pancakes!!!

And to The youth we

left behind...

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Kate McDermott's avatar

Wow! Just wow, Pat.

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Ruby Unger's avatar

Whoa. What memories that brought back: youth, lust, and pancakes! Thank goodness we can still remember what it felt like, what it tasted like. Vive la heart flutters & desire. Thanks, Pat! 💋

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Pat Willard's avatar

Age never seems to mellow regrets, does it.

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Vicki Smith's avatar

What a gutsy, poignant piece. Thanks, Pat.

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Pat Willard's avatar

Thanks Vicki. Blame it on what buried memories weather brings up

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Ruth Stroud's avatar

What a beautiful and sad love story. I do like that food—especially blueberry pancakes—was the binding and healing element! Thanks, Pat!

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Pat Willard's avatar

You're always so supportive, Ruth! I hope you know how much I appreciate it!

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