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Something was amiss…but I didn’t know
The very next day after my seemingly endless bout with Covid in May 2021 and upon the doctor’s release, immediately I reapplied for my passport. I would take life by the horns and well, just bring some change. Interesting how reality has other plans. But at least I did begin some much needed changes. After…
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Closing out 2021
Getting past the summer months and our friendly conversations with Emily, it was nice getting to know her a little at a time. Even though all I could offer were my comedic versions of my uneventful single life, I was momentarily trying to offer her somewhat of a temporary distraction of work and sleep pattern…
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Emily the tenant May – December 2021 continued
The summer of 2021 after Covid was a challenge in general. Even though the virus itself was gone, it would take about 3 months to fully recover, especially to regain full breathing capacity. For exercise, it was normal for me to lap swim at a YMCA and usually at 5 am. If you have never…
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So I really am mortal
It was the fifth month of the year 2021 that I first became aware I am a mere mortal species. And a rude awakening it turned out to be. There are many things that nudge us to put life in perspective. This opportunity, if I survived, would serve as said perspective. Looking back, the novel…
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Emily the tenant April – December 2021
My fourth tenant in that suburban property. And probably the most intriguing. As previously mentioned, it’s never a good idea to befriend someone whenever there’s business transactions involved. And this wouldn’t be any different. Still Emily’s life seemed interesting to me. Due to her background, she was highly skilled in the medical field. As time…
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She has Bette Davis eyes….
There’s a reason why I say that. If you’re of the age you recognize that song, I’ll add another one, Bonnie Tyler’s “It’s a heartache”. When you first meet someone, it’s common to notice that “first thing” about them. Their eyes. Their hair. Something for the memory to associate a visualization of that person. Emily’s…
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She’ll take it
She was taller than I remembered. But when I exchanged greetings with her 3 years prior, she was at a distance. As I unlocked the front door, “Uhm we mowed your yard and you never paid us,” her son said. “Harrison!!!”, his mom shot back. “What did I tell you?!” Her son sheepishly shrugged his…
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Emily March 2021
March 2021 Emily would become a part of my life. Albeit in a manner related to business since we began communication regarding the rental of my property in the suburbs. Any skill or aptitude I possess in terms of property management is self-learned or learned on the job. It was never my intent to even…
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Unpacking Emily (continued) Fate
As it came to pass, my suburban tenant submitted a 30-day notice in mid-February 2021 to move out. What follows is business per the usual. Nothing uncommon, just the standard tenant giving a final move-out day and hand over the keys. Walk the property checking for anything out of the ordinary. Thankfully I don’t have…
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