Ghost of My Former Self
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Comment from Iza Deleanu
I know at the funeral, you get to see all kind of people: "Eddie's wedding was in 1983. My hair was unassuming brown; it's now flamboyant (superfluous to say) marachino. My face, forty years on, constrained from flouting its mask, made up for it by flaunting its eyebags. I was floored that Lorraine, whom I barely recalled, was able to recognize me." Thank you for sharing and good luck with your writings.
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2021
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I know at the funeral, you get to see all kind of people: "Eddie's wedding was in 1983. My hair was unassuming brown; it's now flamboyant (superfluous to say) marachino. My face, forty years on, constrained from flouting its mask, made up for it by flaunting its eyebags. I was floored that Lorraine, whom I barely recalled, was able to recognize me." Thank you for sharing and good luck with your writings.
Comment Written 29-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 29-Jan-2021
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I made up the punchline, as per my tendency toward a send-off twist with a bit of self-deprecating humor.
Comment from Lyn Peters
Thank you for sharing this memory. In this new world of ours, you get huge credit for having attended the funeral of someone who was no longer "family". What a nice surprise, for you and your reader, that you were recognized despite the passage of time and presence of COVID precautions. Love the description of your hair color! You immediately reminded me of the time I died my hair red (I looked like my hair had been colored with a crayon). Wishing you good health and happy writing.
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reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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Thank you for sharing this memory. In this new world of ours, you get huge credit for having attended the funeral of someone who was no longer "family". What a nice surprise, for you and your reader, that you were recognized despite the passage of time and presence of COVID precautions. Love the description of your hair color! You immediately reminded me of the time I died my hair red (I looked like my hair had been colored with a crayon). Wishing you good health and happy writing.
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Comment Written 27-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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I made up the punchline, as per my tendency toward a send-off twist with a bit of self-deprecating humor.
Comment from Y. M. Roger
Amazing how we inspire... and surprising sometimes are the reasons why! ;) :) A great one, here, Liz of how life is seen differently through different eyes... thanx for sharing Maraschino Lady! ;) Yvette
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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Amazing how we inspire... and surprising sometimes are the reasons why! ;) :) A great one, here, Liz of how life is seen differently through different eyes... thanx for sharing Maraschino Lady! ;) Yvette
Comment Written 27-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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I made up the punchline, as per my tendency toward a send-off twist with a bit of self-deprecating humor.
Comment from Monica Chaddick
Wow! Talk about a left handed compliment. Congrats on being recognized, by the way. At least you left a lasting impression. I guess better to be a fool than forgotten.
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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Wow! Talk about a left handed compliment. Congrats on being recognized, by the way. At least you left a lasting impression. I guess better to be a fool than forgotten.
Comment Written 27-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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I made up the punchline, as per my tendency toward a send-off twist with a bit of self-deprecating humor.
Comment from judiverse
Only you could get so much mileage out of a funeral. When everyone is wearing those dumb masks, facial recognition is impossible. If someone is called on to identify a dead friend or loved one, they'd probably say I'm sorry but I don't recognize him without his mask. It was amazing the Lorraine recognized you after all those years. Her remark was a bit on the tactless side, though, saying she wished she could have had the nerve to get up and make a fool of herself dancing, like she thought you had done. I wonder how you responded. judi
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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Only you could get so much mileage out of a funeral. When everyone is wearing those dumb masks, facial recognition is impossible. If someone is called on to identify a dead friend or loved one, they'd probably say I'm sorry but I don't recognize him without his mask. It was amazing the Lorraine recognized you after all those years. Her remark was a bit on the tactless side, though, saying she wished she could have had the nerve to get up and make a fool of herself dancing, like she thought you had done. I wonder how you responded. judi
Comment Written 26-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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Judi--what a lovely ssssssurprise!
I made up the punchline, as per my tendency toward a send-off twist with a bit of self-deprecating humor.
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You're welcome. It's great when a writer makes the most of everyday occurrences. judi
Comment from karenina
Isn't it amazing how we affect people with our actions that we never imagined? I have had people (yes--even with mask on) call out to me across the grocery store and thank me for the review and encouragement I gave them when they were CNA's-- "You gave me he confidence to go on to nursing school..." Really? I had that power? My words meant that much? You made an indelible impression that flew across the years! Good for you!--Karenina
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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Isn't it amazing how we affect people with our actions that we never imagined? I have had people (yes--even with mask on) call out to me across the grocery store and thank me for the review and encouragement I gave them when they were CNA's-- "You gave me he confidence to go on to nursing school..." Really? I had that power? My words meant that much? You made an indelible impression that flew across the years! Good for you!--Karenina
Comment Written 26-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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I made up the punchline, as per my tendency toward a send-off twist with a bit of self-deprecating humor.
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Creativity is one of the ten commandments of writing!--Karenina
Comment from royowen
Is that maraschino red Liz? (like the cherry) that's pretty way out, in my youth my natural hair colour was a carroty red, lad, later sandy red...later.... beautifully written my friend, flamboyant is your nature, huh. Well done, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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Is that maraschino red Liz? (like the cherry) that's pretty way out, in my youth my natural hair colour was a carroty red, lad, later sandy red...later.... beautifully written my friend, flamboyant is your nature, huh. Well done, blessings Roy
Comment Written 26-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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I made up the punchline, as per my tendency toward a send-off twist with a bit of self-deprecating humor.
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Well done
Comment from Judy Lawless
What a wonderful story! I think it is the best compliment when people remember you for the spontaneous things we do, rather than staying inside the box. It must have been the sparkle in your eyes!
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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What a wonderful story! I think it is the best compliment when people remember you for the spontaneous things we do, rather than staying inside the box. It must have been the sparkle in your eyes!
Comment Written 26-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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I made up the punchline, as per my tendency toward a send-off twist with a bit of self-deprecating humor.
Comment from Ric Myworld
LMAO! You must have made a lasting impression or some part of your anatomy is still similar to 1983. But with that last comment makes the compliment not be so everlasting. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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LMAO! You must have made a lasting impression or some part of your anatomy is still similar to 1983. But with that last comment makes the compliment not be so everlasting. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 26-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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I made up the punchline, as per my tendency toward a send-off twist with a bit of self-deprecating humor.
Comment from BethShelby
You have got to be kidding about her words. Who would say something like that, about you flailing, flapping and making a fool our of yourself, whirling like a dervish all my yourself, and meaning it is as a compliment.
LOL
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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You have got to be kidding about her words. Who would say something like that, about you flailing, flapping and making a fool our of yourself, whirling like a dervish all my yourself, and meaning it is as a compliment.
LOL
Comment Written 26-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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I made up the punchline, as per my tendency toward a send-off twist with a bit of self-deprecating humor.
