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James Ron's avatar

I would bet he stayed on for another exit or two, maybe get her phone number. It wasn't a long walk back to Shoreditch. : )

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Sharron Bassano's avatar

👍🏻 You are a romantic soul, Ron. I know that about you.

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Kate Henry's avatar

Nicely done. Looks permanent to me ))

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Sharron Bassano's avatar

Ya never know...

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Jill CampbellMason's avatar

Not a single word would I tweak! Ms. 50-word-pro!

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Sharron Bassano's avatar

Terrific! Thank you, Jill. Only fifty words, I know, but I work on them for a long time, trying to get it right. I win some and lose some...

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Terry Freedman's avatar

Very nice. The photo made me smile: that model of bus was withdrawn from service 20 years ago. Chortle

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Sharron Bassano's avatar

Rats! But, hey! I am an American. We have bigger things to worry about these days. God help us.

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Terry Freedman's avatar

Fear not. That's the iconic London bus, held in great affection by the natives. You can hire them for weddings etc. The modern ones are bland, boring, bereft of character

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Sharron Bassano's avatar

The little 1-minute video following the story, has about seven examples of what I imagine are the contemporary versions?

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Terry Freedman's avatar

Oh I hadn't seen that. Yes, contemporary. With WiFi charging points!

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Richard Blaisdell's avatar

"In or out,?"the bus driver called. The door remained open. A pub was across the way.

"Care for a spot ot Tea? " The leaves would be read. Everything is meant to be.

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Sharron Bassano's avatar

Ah, Richard, we may be of the same tribe...

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Richard Blaisdell's avatar

You have doubt? Meet me at pub. A pint cures memory loss. Maybe we’ll have two.

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Amie McGraham's avatar

Wow! Congratulations on your awards, Sharron! Well done.

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Sharron Bassano's avatar

I know, right? I am astounded. I've never been one to pat myself on the back, Amy, but I felt compelled to mention it.

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Sue Cauhape's avatar

As you should. Congratulations.

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Sharron Bassano's avatar

Thanks Sue. But I do realize that self-praise is no praise at all...

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Justin Deming's avatar

Lovely story, Sharron, and congratulations on all of your awards! It’s very well deserved. 👏

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Kathleen Hobbs's avatar

Another lovely story. Beautiful music and congratulations on all your well-deserved awards

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Sharron Bassano's avatar

Thank you, Kathleen. I was so glad I found the little video on Youtube with all the red double-decker buses. I though it was perfect. Glad you liked it.

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Switter’s World's avatar

It would take a lot more than fifty words to tell what happens next.

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Sharron Bassano's avatar

Or a couple of really good pictures... maybe.

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K.C. Knouse's avatar

All relationships should start with a knowing. The ones that endure probably do. Your story is a perfect example. Hell yeah, mention your awards. It reflects well on you and your proud subscribers.

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