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The photo is a view out a window at dusk. Outside lights are seen through the drawn blinds. House plants are seen in silhouette. One can almost make out a building and water through the window. To the right are blue drapes.
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Genre: Realistic Fiction
Word Count: 100
TOMORROW NEVER KNOWS
“I can’t today,” I said. “Are you free next Tuesday?”
“The electrician is coming then,” you replied. “Hopefully he’ll figure out why that bathroom fixture isn’t working correctly. What about Friday? We could meet for lunch, if you’re not busy.”
I checked the calendar app on my phone. “Yes. That looks good.” I marked the date. “See you then.”
After I hung up, I remembered something I wanted to tell you. Oh well, it would keep. We had plenty of time, didn’t we?
This morning, your devastated husband called to tell me you passed away last night in your sleep.
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this interview is a year old. It’s kind of long but I wanted to share it again. Thanks to Author Diane Yates for taking the time with me. Last Dance with Annie is about to become an audio book. Watch for updates and details. 😀





Good morning, Rochelle!
You’re right 👍 life is uncertain. Don’t take anyone for granted. 🙂
And congrats for the audio book! So proud of you ☺️
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Dear Aptivi,
We never know which day will be our last, do we? Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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No, Rochelle. We never know which day will be our last day.
You are most welcome. ☺️ Enjoy your day!
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Well rendered, Rochelle. Such moments are the punctuation of the stream of life.
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Dear Neil,
Thank you for such a lovely comment.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Sadly, m’lady, we’ve all had moments like these you’ve articulated so beautifully here
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Dear C,E,
It’s for certain that no one can escape it. The losses are inevitable. Thank you for your sweet comment.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Death comes for us in ordinary moments. I read this line somewhere this week. I thought it was profound.
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Dear Violet,
We’ve experienced a couple of close friend/family deaths this year. Even though we knew they were coming it was still hard. We just don’t know. Thank you for reading and leaving your lovely comment.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Who knows what tomorrow may bring? So sad.
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Exactly, Keith. We don’t know. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Deep message!
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Thank you, Reena.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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We never know when our time will come.
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No, James, we never do.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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We never know … sad truth
Did I miss something, Rochelle? Why is the date on this May 15 when Friday’s date is May 6? Thanks!
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Dear Nancy,
Pobody’s nerfect. And, no, we never know.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Sorry … Friday is the 8th!
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OOPS. Thanks for pointing that out, Nancy. It’s changed now. 😉
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Very true.
This is the reality.
We must stay connected. We do not know what will happen next moment…
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Dear Anita,
It is a reality. Thank you for reading and leaving a nice comment.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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So beautifully and succinctly said Rochelle ♥️ and many congratulations on the audio release 👏
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Dear Angela,
Thank you for your lovely comment re my story. As for the audio, we’re still trying to find a window of time this summer to do the actual recording. 😀
Shalom,
Rochelle
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🤞🏼😊
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How sad, but true… who knows their date to leave forever, who knows for any of us. Excellent audio though – well done, Rochelle.
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Dear Chris,
Glad you liked the audio. Practicing for the book. 😉 And no, we never know. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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We certainly do need to cherish our loved ones and friends. Congratulations on having your book becoming audio. A wonderful thing!
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Oy! It’s me…Brenda. So sorry!
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Dear Brenda,
As we age we become more and more aware of how quickly things can change and people can leave us. Thank you re the audio book. We’re looking for a window of time to do the recording at this stage.
Thank you for identifying yourself.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Dear Rochelle,
I know only too well of what you speak. Waste no time keeping in touch. We never know what lies around the corner. Sorry for the loss of your friend.
Shalom and lotsa love every day,
Dale
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Dear Dale,
This actually isn’t about one friend in particular. Sadly it’s one of those things that has happened recently and more than once. We just don’t know.
Shalom and lotsa hugs my friend,
Rochelle
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I understand.
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This is so sad and so true. And it can’t be changed, some things always remain unsaid. Let’s hope the love and regard for each other are never in doubt.
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Dear Gabi,
Even when the death is expected it still comes as a shock, doesn’t it? Thank you for your sweet comments.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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There are always regrets in our lives.And sometimes impossible to leave behind. Nicely illustrated.
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Dear Patrick,
There’s no escaping it. As long as there is life, there will be loss. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Life is full of those moments, those few words never said because we expect more.
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Dear James,
Sometimes we have a chance to say goodbye, but, sadly, not always. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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You just never know. And you wouldn’t want to anyway. Very poignant. Congrats on the audio edition.
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Dear Whoever You Are,
Thank you for your lovely comments.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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This age, getting older, like this, I know it is on the horizon.
Yes, don’t put it off!
Oh, and congrats on the audio book. That is so cool.
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Dear Dawn,
You can’t get through this life without losing someone or several someones along the way. Thank you. I’ll keep everyone posted on the audio book. Still looking for a slot of time to record.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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This short piece captured how loss can come suddenly, unexpectedly in the next moment. And congrats on the audio book!
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Many thanks, Michele.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Oh this got me in the feels. So true Rochelle so true. Life is uncertain
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Dear Laurie,
As the saying goes, Man makes plans. God laughs. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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