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Jim Nesbitt's avatar

Shed a tear for Abe.

Terry Kelley's avatar

I could read your stories and tales everyday. I totally enjoy them and will share with everyone.

Carol Countryman's avatar

Thank you so much!

Ronald D. Oliver's avatar

Once upon a time, children would treasure the coin for its ability to transform into a piece of gum or candy. Finding the coin on a sidewalk or street brought forth images of sweetness dancing across their thoughts.

Thank you for your beautiful prose. Great read.

Carol Countryman's avatar

Thank you for being probably my most loyal reader!

Cindy Oliver's avatar

Loved that!

Carol Countryman's avatar

I knew I wanted to write about the penny being canceled, and I wanted to tie it to age and when are we no longer useful, but I had to get the ode structure in there.