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Loss/Absence

A story in 100 words.

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Keith R. Higgons
Jan 21, 2021
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A story in 100 words.

Photo by Akshar Dave on Unsplash

Ray Charles became blind.
Loss.

Steve Wonder was born blind.
Absence.

Sophie lay in bed, holding her phone, “Ain’t That Love” played. She thought:

  • Is it better to have loved and lost?

  • Is it better to have never loved at all?

Oliver set his phone down on the table, “Isn’t She Lovely” played. He thought:

  • Is it …

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