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Patricia Zakaib's avatar

Paul, I have a lump in my throat and tears in my eyes. Every moment of this piece is beautiful and evocative. Please don't ever stop sharing.

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Paul Adams's avatar

Thank you.

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Kevin Tibbles's avatar

Such a lovely story Paul

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Paul Adams's avatar

Thanks, Kevin

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Paul McKeague's avatar

So much truth and grace in these memories, Paul. Thanks for sharing.

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Paul Adams's avatar

Thanks, Paul

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David MacInnis's avatar

Wonderful story Paul. Very evocative. May memories of the love and joy brought into your lives by Suzanne be plentiful.

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Paul Adams's avatar

Thanks, David. I hear you are pitching In with CGA, which I greatly appreciate.

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stephen rosenfield's avatar

Paul ....the story captures the essence of life and the wonderful memories of the special summer moments! Enjoy!

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Les Perreaux's avatar

Beautiful reminscence, Paul.

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Paul Adams's avatar

Thanks Les

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Paul Thiessen's avatar

What a wonderfully evocative reflection on what must have been a supremely difficult time. Thanks so much for sharing this Paul

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Paul Adams's avatar

Thanks Paul. I don’t know whether you have ever packed in on my Substack before, but if not, be sure to check out “A Wedding Story” from back in January. Hope you are well!

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Paul Adams's avatar

Btw, I saw Abdelnaser, Samah, and their kids on my big trip this spring.

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Tracey Kernahan's avatar

What a beautiful piece Paul.

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Thanks, Tracey

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Gail  Granger's avatar

A beautiful read as I sip my morning coffee here at Clearwater Bay, following last night's dramatic storm.

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Paul Adams's avatar

I feel like I may have been a jinx. After I filed the piece to post this morning, I came into town for a dental appointment. There was a storm and my brother-in-law was plunged into darkness at the cottage.

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Kevin Tibbles's avatar

Such a lovely story Paul …

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Jeffrey Dvorkin's avatar

What a beautiful memory. Thank you, Paul.

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Paul Adams's avatar

Thanks, Jeffrey

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Guy's avatar

Man, that was an emotional roller coaster to read. Tears are rolling down my cheeks.

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Thanks, Guy

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The Great White North's avatar

Thank you for sharing that. Yes, the cottage is always a special place full of many memories. As you mention, some sad, but many happy ones too. Such is life. Enjoy the rest of summer! ☀️

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Bruce Woolley's avatar

Powerful and moving, Paul.

Thank you.

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Paul Adams's avatar

Thanks, Bruce.

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