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“Are we ever going to get on the damned ferry?” John asked.
“Not if you keep swearing.”
“What? Swearing stops traffic?”
“Maybe,” Joe sighed, staring out the windshield at the tail lights ahead, grey sky above. Wishing…. nothing.
They crept closer and closer, finally pulling on and into their designated parking spot.
“I’m going up for a hot dog. Want anything?”
Joe shook his head. There was nothing on board he wanted. Not anymore. Luc was gone. There was no home left.
Following John onto the deck, he stood at the rail, fantasizing about leaping overboard.
A Writer's Life 
Hopefully the moment will pass and life will move on for John.
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Oh. Such sadness.
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Yes. It makes me sad that there are so many people in the world who feel that hopelessness.
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Heartbreaking story.
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Thanks. Sometimes life just seems overwhelming
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Sad, I hope he only fantasises about jumping
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Let’s hope so. Thanks
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A real sense of hopelessness in this piece.
My story – ‘An empty bottle’
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So true. Thanks for coming by.
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Ships seems to be a draw for such sad things as in your story to happen.
Perhaps, it seems easier. I hope he changed his mind. You showcased despair so well.
Isadora 😎
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Thank you. I don’t know why ships seems to embody such sadness. Maybe the vast emptiness of the sea?
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So sad, and two stories in one, only we are left to imagine Luc’s. Well done.
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Thank you so much.
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Don’t do it Joe!! It’s obvious Luc wasn’t meant for you. Take a breath, find your centre and the one meant for you will be along shortly. A great story!
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Thanks!
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Dear Connie,
A sad one. I hope he won’t jump over the edge. As for swearing at traffic, it never helps, although some people seem to think it does, don’t they? Nicely done.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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That is true. Swearing never helps traffic move faster! Thanks.
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Very sad and his death will make it worse. So many people suffer from depression. He needs help. Good writing, Connie. 🙂 — Suzanne
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Thank you. I am hoping he does not jump, that his friend will return and save him for the moment.
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