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She welcomed the anguish like a long-lost friend. Embraced it, wallowed in it until she was reduced to sobbing like a lost child.

Kathryn Jane

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He wiped her tears with his thumb then released her. His eyes burned as she walked out the door—out of his life. Deep in his heart, he knew they’d be together someday. Mia just needed to come to the same conclusion. He’d bide his time before he went after her.

Marian Lanouette

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Another deep exhale, another long silence. “Why did you leave like that?”

My heart broke for the sound of hurt in his voice. Gone was his playfulness, now replaced with something painful.

Follow Me (work in progress)

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Did she kiss him goodbye or shake hands? He answered the question for her by setting his bag down and pulling her into his arms for a hard, swift kiss. “Take care of yourself, Meg.”

Marsha West

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Juliet’s sweaty hands gripped the edges of the stationary, tearing it. It wasn’t a valentine. It was a goodbye.

Sharon Wray
When Next We Meet (work in progress)

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Reaching for the door knob, Ben cast one last frown at us. “I’ll check on you later, sexy.” With a nod, he added, “Bub,” and slammed the door shut.

Vicki Batman
Raving Beauty” from Just You and Me set

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“I’ve been better.” He closed the door, trapping her in his sanctuary. “Care to explain why you left without a goodbye?”

Jacquie Biggar

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I don’t give a f*ck, Quin. I don’t care if they find me. I have to go. Goodbye.

Sam Bradley w/a McKenna Sinclair

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“I’m going to suggest the Long Kiss Goodbye Martini.” He paused for effect. “Vodka, crème de cacao, and shaved white chocolate.”

Joanne Guidoccio

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