Chapter 9 in R.M. Dolin’s book, “The Dangling Conversation,” December 29, 2022 KYLE: “They’re not the same and I’m not suggesting they are, in your heart of hearts you know it’s true. All we have to do is look at other people, experience is the …
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Chapter 8 in R.M. Dolin’s book, “The Dangling Conversation,” April 22, 2022 KYLE: “It is a big deal, especially when not properly applied because it leads to all kinds of awkward situations and embarrassing misunderstandings. So, I ask you again, is he a ‘Tu,’ or …
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R.M. Dolin, April 15, 2024 Pages are meant for turning, moments meant for passing, yet some linger like shadows brought to life under a fog enshrouded lamppost on a misty night. Silent and distant, providing little comfort no matter how much their presence is welcomed. …
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Chapter 7 in R.M. Dolin’s book, “The Dangling Conversation,” March 15, 2024 – The conclusion of chapter 6, Damaged Goods ISABELLE: “You didn’t finish your story and you can’t just drop a dime about a ghost that almost killed you, and just leave it hanging.” …
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Chapter 6 in R.M. Dolin’s book, “The Dangling Conversation,” February 22, 2024 – Part 1 of 2, see conclusion in The Ghosts Within ISABELLE: “As a matter of fact, I do, usually just before dawn when night’s causally quiet and I’m awake with this unsettled …
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Chapter 5 in R.M. Dolin’s book, “The Dangling Conversation,” April 2, 2023 ISABELLE: “Okay yes, it’s a shocker I’m seeing someone, but really, it’s more accurate to say I’m seeing someone sometimes; at least that’s how it feels. I told you about him, remember? You …
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Chapter 4 in R.M. Dolin’s book, “The Dangling Conversation,” April 4, 2024 KYLE: “Yeah, I’m a bit worn, it’s long-ride day so, I went for an eighty-miler along quiet tree-lined country roads. Mostly they’re flat and seldom traveled; except of course for farm tractors and …
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R.M. Dolin, April 10, 2024 I cannot lie, seeing you meant more than I can measure. I don’t know if due to distance or my sketchy memory, but I was blown away by your beauty and how easy you are to talk to. When I’m …
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R.M. Dolin, April 10, 2024 After things blew up, I vowed to never again visit Paris, but then I did, needing to painfully wander memory-laced boulevards one last time. To coldly cross cobblestones that no longer support me, yet somehow settle my soul and draw …
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