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Nan Tepper's avatar

Such a dear memory. I love you as the hero of that story, accurate or not!

Bar Scott's avatar

Thank you Nan. I have a feeling I needed to be that hero, whether I was or not.

Abigail Thomas's avatar

I love the memories we have that we can[t be certain if, and how interesting it is to explore the alternatives. Loved this, loved of thinking of you and your father on that lake. And I bet you will always remember it that way. I know I will.

Bar Scott's avatar

Dear Abby, thank you. I asked my mother if she remembered the wallet story. She did. I did NOT ask her who was in that canoe finding it in the middle of the lake (what are the odds?). I didn’t want my memory tampered with especially having just shared it with all of you. No doubt she’s the hero in her version!

Doris Dembosky's avatar

Yes, projecting ourselves in the story. I am definitely guilty. Telling a story, my needle and embroidery thread in-hand, I color the tapestry to meet my needs.

Bar Scott's avatar

I think it’s only human especially if you’re a writer!

Beth Abrams's avatar

Love this piece. Thank you...

Bar Scott's avatar

Thanks for doing so much reading, Beth. You’re a sweetheart.