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Pete Joison

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The likeness of Beth

Pete Joison

Submitted to Contest #144

The Mary Dunn Park was an oasis not far from the city center. The canopies of the old trees spread their dappled light over the undulating walkways and hidden grottos. It was to one of these grottos I had brought the soon-to-be newlyweds, Lily and Kara. What made this grotto special—especially at this time of year—were the five cherry trees, which right now, were in full, glorious pink and white blossom. I had the women stand under one of the cherry trees, and while they laughed and preened each other’s wedding gowns, I fibbed a little and ...

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