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Touching story Justin. Your choice to tell it from the viewpoint of an accidental bystander really highlights how far-reaching the emotional effects of an incident like this can be.

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Thank you, Jim. I imagine it must weigh heavily on the hearts of all involved. I always appreciate your thoughtful commentary!

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Wow. Everything about this story radiated heat: hot car, hot emotions, the dryer at the end. So intense. 🔥

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Thank you so much, Amie. I always love reading your comments about my stories and your attention to detail! 🔥

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Wow, Justin. Just wow.

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Really appreciate you reading this one, C.L. I’m not sure if there is a better compliment as a writer! Thank you! 🙏

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Great story, Justin. So glad I discovered you here on Notes.

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Thank you so much, Rosy. You just made my day! 😊

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I lived your short story. From the first words, I was wondering if she were in Texas, land of the 110 in the shade.

You did a great job with the description, even down to the "I should have ordered it on Amazon."

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That’s horrible, Joseph. I’m sorry to hear

It. In my mind they were somewhere in the south, perhaps Florida, but the story could occur wherever the reader thought it might take place.

Thank you very much for reading. I appreciate it! 🙏

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Great story.

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Thank you, Sherman!

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Another gripping human saga. Well done.

We went to Vermont and New Hampshire on vacation last year. Riding bikes across lake Champlain on a converted railway was a Vermont highlight. Both beautiful states and short drives.

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Thank you, Mark! That sounds absolutely beautiful. They’re gorgeous states. We’ll be in Burlington, so I’m going to have to look into that. Thanks!

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Aug 1, 2023Liked by Justin Deming

Wow another great emotional story!! Sad to think that these types of events are really happening in our world!

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Thank you! 💜😊

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My heart was in my mouth throughout, Justin. Another powerful read!

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Thank you for reading, Rebecca! 🙏

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Jul 31, 2023Liked by Justin Deming

Wow, Justin. My heart was pounding. Thank you.

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Thank you so much for reading, Ben!

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What a story, Justin! Beautifully conceived. Please add a photo of the mother of this baby being led away in handcuffs.

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Seriously, Sharron, I should have. I’ll never understand how something like this could happen. Thank you very much for reading! 🙏

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Woah. This was traumatic even for me as a bystander to the bystander. 😰 Powerful story, Justin.

Enjoy your time in Vermont! I'll wave to you from New Hampshire, the other side of the diagonally cut sandwich our two states make on a map. 😊

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Thank you for reading and for the warm wishes, Meg. We’re looking forward to the getaway. On Saturday I’ll raise a glass to the east in your name! 🍻😀

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Yikes! I love your details here, like the F-o-t-L wrapped fist on a shirtless guy, and that Rita forgot what she came for. Glad they were in time.

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Thank you so much for reading and for the kind words, Tara. I know, I felt the same way after writing the draft! It’s a sad reality, but I too am happy they got her out in time.

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Wow, gripping to say the least. As usual, wonderful writing Justin!

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Thanks so much for reading, Uncle Scott. Hope all is well!

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Is it possible to join me on Mighty Community and Solveres?

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Hi Jack, care to elaborate? I’ve never heard of those platforms/places. Thanks!

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