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Condolences

October 6, 2018 11 Comments

Condolences

By Brian Taylor

I’ve always been sympathetic to people who have suffered tragedies. A word and a touch can mean so much to those who have lost a loved one.

I’m learning now it can also be uncomfortable. My wife was killed in a hit and run five days ago, and here I stand in this crowded funeral home, getting hugs and condolences from friends and family.

My wife’s brother says, tearfully, “I hope they find the bastard that did this real soon.”

I say, also tearfully, “I know, man. I hope so too.”

Inside, I am thinking, I sure as hell hope not.

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  1. Derek McMillan says

    October 6, 2018 at 8:57 am

    Very well-constructed take with a twist.

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  2. Derek McMillan says

    October 6, 2018 at 8:59 am

    I meant ‘tale’ not ‘take’. More haste less speed.

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  3. cascondaville says

    October 6, 2018 at 9:30 am

    Oh, that came out of nowhere! Just like a hit and run…

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  4. dianne moritz says

    October 6, 2018 at 10:53 am

    wow, scary in a good way

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  5. lizmilnewriting says

    October 6, 2018 at 7:13 pm

    Haha, nicely done!

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  6. Michele says

    October 7, 2018 at 12:59 am

    That was AWESOME! It made me laugh and creeped me out at the same time!!!

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  7. Brian says

    October 7, 2018 at 5:55 am

    Thank you everyone for your kind comments. I really appreciate them.

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  8. Neil Tarpey says

    October 7, 2018 at 12:13 pm

    Nice job, good ending.

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  9. Neil Tarpey says

    October 7, 2018 at 12:19 pm

    Nice job, good ending. Enjoyed it.

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  10. Mary E Falkner says

    October 7, 2018 at 6:46 pm

    Brilliant in plot and execution.

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  11. Brian says

    October 8, 2018 at 4:07 am

    Thank you Neil and Mary. I appreciate your comments.

    Reply

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