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Looking for Life After Loss-Chapter Seven

Posted on November 7, 2025 by richrockwood

The next day was Friday, the day of the luau. Ray, by then had some idea of what to expect, but hoped it would be more than dinner and a show. He and Wes had talked about women and Ray … Continue reading →

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Looking for Life After Loss-Chapter Six

Posted on October 31, 2025 by richrockwood

After finishing their food and drinks, Wes stood up and Ray slowly joined him. Wes paid their bill. They walked to Wes’ car and got in. The Dreamland Motel was only a mile from the airport which didn’t give them … Continue reading →

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Looking for Life After Loss-Chapter Five

Posted on October 25, 2025 by richrockwood

The next morning, getting out of bed at his usual 6:30 a.m., he took off his pajamas and stepped into the shower. As he washed himself he started humming a melody which he couldn’t identify or remember humming in a … Continue reading →

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Looking For Life After Loss-Chapter Three

Posted on October 10, 2025 by richrockwood

The next day was another rainy one. His windshield wipers had to be on the fastest setting. He parked in the four story structure a block away. Grabbing his umbrella he quickly made his way to a travel agency named … Continue reading →

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Looking for Life After Loss (Chapter One-Continued)

Posted on September 26, 2025 by richrockwood

Finally, the doctor came in, clean shaven, neatly dressed, speaking slowly and clearly. He asked Ray if April had been having any physical difficulties lately. Ray confessed that she had been complaining of headaches recently, but didn’t want to consult … Continue reading →

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Looking for Life After Loss

Posted on September 23, 2025 by richrockwood

This story comes from the need to write about the loss of my wife, Inga Rockwood. An aneurysm at the base of her brain suddenly ruptured and she died in less than a minute. This story, is drawn from my … Continue reading →

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