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Lynette Yetter's avatar

Great writing! (as always)

I look forward to reading more and more of your work.

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palmisanocj@yahoo.com's avatar

Same, Lynnie! When do I get to read more of yours? xo

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Lynette Yetter's avatar

Whenever you want, CJ! Have you read my latest book? It was a finalist for the 2023 PEN Award for Poetry in Translation. Adela Zamudio: Selected Poetry & Prose

www.LynetteYetter.com

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palmisanocj@yahoo.com's avatar

I have NOT, Lynette! OMG! Congratulations, dear heart! Send me the link, please. Are you still living up north? Any places to come back down to the bay area? I would sooooo love to get together. It's been, what, ten years? Far far far too long. xo

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Russell Rowland's avatar

This is really funny :)

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palmisanocj@yahoo.com's avatar

Thanks, Russell. It's lightweight but I got a couple "complaints" that I was "only posting dark stuff (about death(s) and so on), so I figured it was time to lighten the space up. Hugs +1!

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Sharron Bassano's avatar

"Sloth was just a pig. I only say that because it’s true." So funny.

"... junior high girlfriends who based their assessment on prior experience making out with a Ken doll." Hilarious.

"Is it just me who looks back at her 20-year-old self with chagrin..." I assure you we ALL do.

You got out of that relationship just in time. Thanks for letting me see the original draft of this piece, Connie. Turned out great.

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palmisanocj@yahoo.com's avatar

Thank you, Sharron! And thank you for sharing your talent and skills to help make this a stronger piece. Hugs!

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Pete Sferra's avatar

OMG! I absolutely LOVE reading your outstanding offerings! Your writing style is extremely engaging, and I find that once I start, I can’t put them down. Thank you for sharing that intriguing chapter of your life.

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palmisanocj@yahoo.com's avatar

Why, you're welcome, SD, and sooooo very kind. Hugs!

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beth Kane's avatar

Oh I am so glad we lived through the choices we made in our youth! Great story, CJ!

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palmisanocj@yahoo.com's avatar

So sweet!

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