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Submitted to Contest #197
Daphne sat on their porch, quietly watching the neighborhood. She smiled as she realized that It would not be their porch much longer, comforted in knowing what was to come. It was good to know things before they happened. No reason to worry. No surprises. She never liked surprises. They made her uncomfortable. Assurances were far more peaceful to live with than doubts. Knowing what loomed around the corner made for easy living. Her palms suddenly started to sweat. She rubbed her hands nervously on her legs, ...
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