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Weekly Contest #361
Since I lost my job last month, I walk each day along the waterfront promenade. I never imagined that my summer would end up like this: jobless, alone, and miserable. In my purse I always bring a book with me. When my legs get tired, I sit by the sea and read. It's like having a best friend whenever you need one. At least, I know I feel less alone. As I look in front of me, I see a man sitting on a bench with a book. He seems like he’s stuck in the dark. I have seen him several times here before, but he never looked up from his book. This ti...
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