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Such is life, floating on a breeze. The same sky, same clouds, same sun
to squint at, and desire for some height, some command, some
recognition. Some fly without wind, know how to manoeuver a kite over
and around rooftops, satellite dishes, familiar trees. So much to know,
so much for advantage, shape, size, material and then the string. Invisible,
coated with glass shards, to take down the kites of rivals. The same sky,
same clouds, the celebration, neighbors and friends looking up, looking
and all their necks stretched so, and the glass coated string, invisible,
cutting through the air.

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    Neville Hunt over 7 years ago

    This terrible story is so brilliantly told, D.M. You have lifted us up, metaphorically, and then crashed us down. Despite the awful reality in India, this is a brilliant drabble to dramatise it. So very topical too, as you always are.

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    D.M. over 7 years ago

    Thanks Neville!

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    Neville Hunt about 7 years ago

    Hi D.M. I have noticed that it is 7 months since your last drabble. I hope things are OK with you. I have missed your terrific andalways sensitive contribution to the Drablr community.

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    D.M. almost 7 years ago

    Thank you! Haven't been writing .. the dog died after 3 months of medication
    and hopefulness... It's a true cowboy song as everything else seemed to collapse.
    around us.

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    Neville Hunt almost 7 years ago

    That is particularly sad, D.M. I am so sorry; it must have been very difficult over the last three months. I am so glad you are back on the Drablr scene and look forward to your always thoughtful contribution. Welcome back.

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    Neville Hunt over 6 years ago

    D.M....I am delighted to see that you have returned to Drablr (your recent vote on a drabble of mine) We have really missed you and your wonderful contributions, always thoughtful, thought-provoking and usually very topical. I sincerely hope all is well with you and that you will continue to delight us with your work. I am so glad to see your name appear again.

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