This past Saturday I had the pleasure of sharing lunch and laughter with fellow fictioneers David Stewart and Marie Gail Stratford. It’s always fun to meet the face behind the keyboard.
And now, back to our regularly scheduled program. 😉
The next photo is the PHOTO PROMPT. Study it. What does it say to you? Remember, it’s about what you see, not what you’re looking at. 😉
PHOTO PROMPT – © Santoshwriter
Genre: Historical Fiction
Word Count: 100
BLUE SHADOWS
Dark clouds loomed overhead as the boy picked a cotton boll and stuffed it into the heavy sack on his shoulder. Rain, mingled with sweat, soaked his thin muslin shirt. He closed his eyes and listened to spirituals on the wind.
Back in the cabin that night, he played his new guitar and sang to his grandmother who shook her head.
“What I gonna do wit you, boy? Fifteen hard-earned dollars for a hunk-a wood and then you uses it for devil music.”
“Dontcha see?” said Riley B. King. “I gotta. The blues is bleedin’ the same blood as me.”
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R.I.P.
B B King
September 16, 1925 – May 14, 2015
Rochelle Wisoff-Fields-Addicted to Purple 
Great one Rochelle – true tribute to the master !
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Thank you for taking the time to say so. 😀
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Great tribute – he certainly bled the same blood as the blues!
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Dear Sonya,
I think he was the blues, pure and simple.
Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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AnElephantCant have the blues every day
He just never learned to sing
He does not feel bad
Just a little bit sad
Cos nobody else can do it like the great B B KIng
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Oh, great tribute, thank you.
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Dear Elephant,
BB King was an icon. It makes me sad that we’ve lost him.
Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Well done, Rochelle!
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Thank you, Kate. 😀
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A great story. So good to remember where he came from and what he was.
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Dear Claire,
I’m pleased that you liked my story. He was an amazing talent and, even though he was 89, it seems that he’s gone too soon.
Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Lovely! What a grand tribute to Mr. King.
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Dear Alicia,
It just seemed like the thing to write this week. 😉
Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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A perfect story, for the perfect time. Thanks. ☺ Van
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And that $15…so well spent. We are all a bit better for it. Legendary.
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Dear Van,
I’ll say a hearty amen to that! This was the story that just popped into my head and begged to be written.
Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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First off: Isn’t it grand to meet fellow bloggers? I met one last year and will be meeting another this coming July. Can’t wait!
Wonderful tribute to the great B.B. King. I love how you came to that story through the image!
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Dear Dale,
I’ve had the privilege of meeting a few bloggers, the first being Madison Woods, the lovely lady who created Friday Fictioneers. Russell’s as much fun in person as he is in print. And I could go on. There are so many more I’d love to meet. Wouldn’t it be great if we could all gather for an FF convention?
Thank you for your lovely comments on my story. Sometimes I’m not exactly sure how I got from prompt to story. 😉
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I can well imagine. I think one writes as one is and he is one funny dude! That would be beyond grand!
I hear you. Sometimes I look at the image submitted and have no idea where to go with it and next thing I know, it’s written!
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Love the tribute the master of blues.. my thinking cap is on to write something. It would be so great to meet fellow bloggers. But I guess Stockholm is a little off for most people. 🙂
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Dear Björn,
I’d love it if we could have an international FF conference. At least you got to meet Dawn.
Thank you for liking my story.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Indeed.. and at some point I need to travel too..
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Perfect story. I’m saddened by his death, too. A wonderful tribute.
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Dear GAH,
It’s hard to see the icons dying off. B.B. will be missed.
Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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A lovely tribute!
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Thank you, Francesca. 😀
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Dear Rochelle,
Saturday’s lunch was a blast! We definitely need more in-person meetups between Fictioneers.
Your story this week strikes a deep chord with me. I love American roots music, and now all I want to do is listen to B.B. King music while researching his life and writing his poem for my book. AND . . . I don’t have time to do that today. Maybe I can pacify myself by listening to him on Pandora while I get my work done.
Good work, my friend.
Peace (and chicken grease),
Marie Gail
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Dear Marie Gail,
I started with trees and ended with American roots. 😉 I’ve been listening to B. B. King for days now.
I’m glad it worked. Saturday was fun. I wish it could’ve gone longer although I think they might have thrown us out of the restaurant. We will have to look into arranging more meetings.
Shalom, my friend.
Rochelle
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There’ll never be another BB. It’s good you honour his passing.
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Dear Mick,
He was the proverbial legend in his own time.
Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Wow, excellent Rochelle. I loved it. BB King may he RIP.
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Dear Joy,
Thank you for such a high compliment. BB will be missed.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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A wonderful tribute to a great singer. Well done Rochelle, and I was delighted to see the picture of the three of you. Looks like a good time was had by all.
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Dear Sandra,
He touched a lot of lives, didn’t he? I’m glad you liked my story.
We did have a good time Saturday. The visit was too short, though.
Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Oh what an excellent piece of work, Rochelle. You’ve given us the very texture of these events. So real I could see it, feel it, almost taste it. And the poignancy in the grandmother’s worry and the boy’s need to express what’s inside mingled together in just the right balance. Gosh, you’re good at this!
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Dear Sandra,
What nice things to say. I’m glad my story struck so many chords for you. You’ve given me a smile that will last all day.
Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I wonder what will happen to Lucille now. Will she end up in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in Cleveland? Looks like I have to make a trip.
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Dear Helena,
How many Lucille’s have there been? Are you familiar with the story of how she got her name? I’d love to visit the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. How fun would that be?
Thanks for stopping by.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Yep, right there as usual; a timely tribute.
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Dear Jen,
It was the write thing to do.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Rochelle, As usual I learn a bit of history from your stories. I have not been very aware of western muscians/trends….Watching King in the video, it seems his face is telling us a story …much more than a 100 words 🙂
Wonderful to see your picture with fellow Firday Fictioneers. How about making it a photo prompt one of these weeks ?
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Dear Ansumani,
I’m always pleased and flattered when someone tells me they’ve learned something from what I’ve written.
As for using my photo as a prompt, I try to avoid using people or animal photos. They seem to inhibit the muse. 😉
Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Rochelle,
this story is pitch perfect on all levels. One of your best, I think, and that’s saying something. That last line is beautiful.
It was great to see you last Saturday. We’ll have to do it again sometime, if proximity ever makes it possible again.
Take care,
David
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Dear David,
Meeting you and Leah was such a treat. I love being able to put a face and a voice with the writing. Perhaps we’ll put a conference or two together. Wouldn’t it be great to do one overseas? If one is going to dream, one should dream big.
As for my last line, I transcribed it from a quote from the Blues Boy himself. Thank you for your kind comments.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I love BB King. What a fabulous tribute.
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Dear Louise,
There’s something sweet in knowing that our homegrown blues boy is a worldwide sensation. He was an amazing man who deserved the accolades.
Thank you. .
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Rochelle, I love the last line “The blues is bleedin’ the same blood as me.”
Blues music is one of my favorites. But not because I’m blue. I love the rhythm.
Blessings,
Phyllis
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Dear Phyllis,
I’ll admit that I took a BB King quote and worked it in. I couldn’t say it better. 😉
Thank you for coming by.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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The great BB King was a gifted musical story teller and your tribute was lovely.
Tracey
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Dear Tracey,
BB King leaves a hole that will never be filled. I’m glad you liked my story.
Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Awesome! A fitting tribute to a musician who affected many generations of people. Wonderful story, Rochelle. That must have been cool to meet with some fellow fictioneers. Great picture of all of you!
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Dear Eric,
The ripples from a pebble thrown in a brook, Mr. King will continue to affect generations to come, I believe.
I always love meeting fellow fictioneers.
Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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what a nice tribute to the king. he’ll be missed.
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Yes, he will. Thank you, Plaridel.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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My grandmother bought me a shofar, and I grew up to play with school buses.
Different grandmothers, different instruments, different lives.
Nice tribute to the King.
Randella, the Little Prince
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Dear Prince Randella,
I’m trying to imagine shofar blues…shofar I can’t.
Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Lovely tribute to a great talent. Love the blues.
Lily
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Thank you, Lily. 😀
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Wonderful imagery and a fitting tribute.
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Thank you for such a nice comment, Ali.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Lovely tribute to an amazing talent.
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Thank you, Erin. 😀
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the way you set it out in ‘dialect’ gave the essence of the piece and a nice tribute to a wonderful musician.
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Dear Sally,
I’m pleased to see the dialect worked for you. To write a tribute just seem like the thing to do this week.
Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Nicely done Rochelle. It was very sad news to hear of BB Kings passing. I had the opportunity to get to know the man. He was kind and generous and had a real passion for music. Be well… ^..^
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Dear Barb,
I’m officially jealous. How did you know him? I’m glad to know that my tribute was well placed.
Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I met him when I worked at Harrah’s in Lake Tahoe. He came a couple of times a year. I felt really honored when I got an invitation to his birthday party. That was back in 1980. Yes, your tribute was well placed… Be well… ^..^
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Well, that one was inspired! 🙂
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Dear Lorna,
Inspiration is where you find it. 😉
Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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BB King was the first blues singer my son heard and he’s been hooked ever since. I can see why – and your story was superb as ever.
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Dear Liz,
My husband is a bigger blues fan than I am. But I do like it. BB King was fun to watch. He was into it soul, body and spirit.
Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Wonderful!
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Thank you, Dawn. 😀
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Dear Bo Jangles (or is it Bo Diddley?),
I enjoyed your tribute to BB King. Well deserved and timely. I enjoyed his music immensely as well as Howlin’ Wolf and others from that generation. He will be missed.
Dewey
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Dear Dewey,
As I’ve said before, it just seemed like the write thing to do. Perhaps it’s time to write a tribute to Anne Meara…another icon gone. 😦
Thank you.
Shalom,
Bo
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Dear Rochelle,
We certainly will miss the King of the Blues but he will live on in his own recordings and in the many that he influenced.
Cheers Irene
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Dear Irene,
We’re fortunate to live in an age where recordings and film are readily available. And BB’s influence will live.
Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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A lovely tribute to a great man, well done.
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Thank you, HJ. I’m glad you liked my story.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Lovely and well-written tribute to BB King, Rochelle. Thanks for the music clip.He was truly one of a kind. Great picture of you with Marie Gail and David. 🙂 —
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Dear Suzanne,
BB King was a great, truly a legend in his own time.
It’s funny, but I never realize just how short I am until I see myself in a group photo. 😉 Nonetheless, when I stand, my feet touch the ground.
Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I’m so glad he spent the money so wisely.
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Dear Alice,
Indeed. That was money well spent.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I”ve just recently noticed his birthday’s the same as mine.
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Dear Larry,
Mine is a couple of week’s before. Yay, September!
Shalom,
Rochelle
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A wonderful tribute to one of the greats, B.B. King. I really enjoyed it.
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Dear Sheila,
I’m glad you enjoyed my story and took the time to say so.
Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Hearing from fellow writers and readers inspires me; inspires all. You’re welcome. Your site helps to keep my fingers moving on the keyboard.
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Dear Rochelle
That’s a great tribute to an amazing guy. Thank goodness he didn’t let all that superstition from the older generation get in the way of his career. He was definitely an example of someone with music engrained deep in his soul.
I love your historical cameos.
In June, I’ll be meeting up with another blogger who has become a firm friend through email. We have so much in common, I’m sure the pair of us won’t stop talking when we meet. I suppose we have become the email equivalent of once or twice-weekly pen pals.
All best wishes
Sarah
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Dear Sarah,
I love it. In my early adolescence I had a pen pal who lived in Cardiff. We had great fun sharing our love for rock music and differences in our cultures. Alas the relationship didn’t last long.
I’ve referred to Friday Fictioneers as pen pals n steroids. I love it. One of the best friends I’ve ever had, I met through this group.
I hope you enjoy your upcoming meeting.
Thank you for your lovely comments on my story, too.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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What a great tribute, Rochelle! I think BB would love this. Thanks for the video. I could just feel all that emotion swelling in the room. It was amazing to watch and see the faces of the people he touched. Every line in your story is the perfect pitch!
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Dear Amy,
BB was fun to watch. You could see his total investment in the music.
Thank you for your glowing comments on my story. 😀
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Fabulous, as always. A wonderful tribute. Really enjoyed this one!
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Thank you, Tiffany. 😀
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“Devil’s music” 😛 And I’ll bet she never stopped calling it that. Nicely done, Rocelle.
**waves to The Three Fictioneers**
What a fantastic performance! Small space filled with cigarette smoke. His hip movements, imitating his woman, were priceless, eh?
Ellespeth
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Dear Ellespeth,
BB’s grandmother Nora never lived to see his success. But I suspect she would’ve continued to call it the Devil’s music.
Thank you for the waves and comments.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Sorry I’m late. Muse absent. Lovely tribute. Never did see him. Shame.
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Dear Patrick,
I never saw him in person either. I’m pleased and amazed to see how far reaching his influence was.
Better late than never.
Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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A wonderful tribute. Lovely images and captivating dialogue. Cheers, Margaret.
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Dear Margaret,
I’m pleased you liked my story. Thank you for your kind words.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Sorry I’m late. Muse absent. Lovely tribute. Cotton fields so recent.
Never did see him. Shame.
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That was such a heartwarming story. “spirituals on the wind” Is such a heavenly way to describe inspiration.
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Dear JJ,
Thank you for such a nice compliment. Good to see you back.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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“I’ve got a good mind to give up living, and go shopping instead
I say, I’ve got a good mind to give up living, and go shopping instead
To pick up me a tombstone, and be pronounced dead.”
BB King, All Over Again.
RIP BB. Loved his music for that brief period I practiced the guitar, and still enjoy it now. He will be missed.
Nicely told.
KT
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Dear KT,
We’ll be replaying his music for a long time to come.
Thank you for such a wonderful comment.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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First off, that is great news meeting bloggers!! Last summer I met two as well.In fact, one I shared a room with at a retreat. It IS a small world for I met the mother of a blogger who was the first person whose prompts were my first attempts here.
I love your story…what a fitting tribute to the king of blues.
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Dear Oliana,
The world just keeps getting smaller, doesn’t it? Who knew that one day we’d be meeting people from all over the globe? This is definitely the science fiction of my youth. Beam me up, Scotty. 😉
Thank you for your kind words for my story.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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The first time a Skype call came in I thought of “beam me up Scotty”…:)
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What a wonderful tribute to a musical genius. I’d trade my soul to play music like that.
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Dear Subroto,
BB was a gift to the world.
Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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What fun to meet fellow bloggers Rochelle! 🙂
My contribution for this week: http://collinesblog.com/2015/05/26/a-fresh-start/
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Dear Colline,
It was great fun.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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A fitting tribute to B.B. King. There will never be another like him.
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Dear Phylor,
Sadly so. Thank you for taking the time to read and comment.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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