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Loved the ending. Very powerful story, it has a strong message. The insane obsession with productivity in your fictional society is a such a sobering reflection on today's world. Congratulations Deena for this amazing story! Looking forward to reading more. Perhaps even set in the same universe.

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Thank you SO MUCH! This is so gratifying to read. Glad you enjoyed the story.

And yes, you’re the second person today who wondered what happened in snow country next! Hmmm 🤔😀

Thank you!!!! 🙏

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I also wouldn’t mind reading about Raman’s childhood. I think that you’ve built a world and a narrative in Maya that can be further explored.

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Yes! There are at least two other stories around Raman’s childhood and training. And then a whole exploration ofMaya’s early life… her pov ! 🙏 Thank you!

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Sad and hopeful. Glad Raman packed his bag!

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Thank you for reading all the way through @CB ! Yes indeed. He's ready to go find her. Love above all else. That's what saves us all eventually...

Really glad to see you followed it through.

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Powerful story, good ending, makes you think.

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Thank you so much Laural! Appreciate that you read it. If you have thoughts on the story I’d love to hear them. I’ll be posting my own soon so I appreciate hearing what it evoked for others.

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I do have some on substack. They are old as I haven't published due to trugger finger. I'm limited to a short time writing so I can heal.

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My newsletter is titled Lolly's Jots. I'm hoping to get some new stories published soon.

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All the best!

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