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Debórah's avatar

Most people probably know someone who deserves an ode like this but who may never get it. Thanks to this beautiful tribute, Matt, I'll be thinking of Stan now. The image you crafted is solidly in my mind's eye and it gives him life in a snapshot. Here's to Stan. ❤️

Matt Oliver's avatar

Thanks for reading Deborah!

Kelly Peacock Wright's avatar

So poignant. There's an old house right next to ours, so close we joke that it's on our property. The elderly owners have recently passed away after having lived there nearly 70 years. I think of the stories it holds even though it's been emptied of all its contents and will soon be sold to someone who won't know.

Matt Oliver's avatar

Must have been a great place to stay 70 years, and yes hold so many memories. Many thanks Kelly.

thoughtsintheforecast's avatar

Love this. I've got an 'old stan' myself - but he's still going, still alive. He's on a boat, though (and actually over on my page, if you can be bothered). The stillness in your image is fitting.

Matt Oliver's avatar

Thank you for reading !

Joy Rigg's avatar

Lovely story and beautifully written Matt , together with the sort of image that i just love 👏🏻

Matt Oliver's avatar

I really appreciated that Joy, thanks for looking!

Barbara G. Fawcett's avatar

Wow. I Love it. I love the photo. I love the story. I love the writing! Thank you. A wonderful way to begin my day. :)

Matt Oliver's avatar

Glad you enjoyed it Barbara, thanks so much for taking a look!

Lois's avatar

Inspirational - thankk you!

Matt Oliver's avatar

Thank you very much Lois.

Alexa Fretz's avatar

Beautiful. I know two spots like this. There will be more.

Matt Oliver's avatar

Thank you Alexa!