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Kimberly Phinney's avatar

Really love, Edward. A favorite. Listening is loving, indeed. And extra coffee and waffles, please. 🙏🏼

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Edward Holmes's avatar

I'm convinced more and more that this is all we need this side of heaven.

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Cheryl Carlos's avatar

The guy in the corner booth—or the girl who goes outside to check on the addict—the one who takes the cook home because he’s homeless…kindness: oh, Lord, make me one of the kind ones, the ones who listen. Amen, Edward. EPIC!

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Edward Holmes's avatar

Yes and AMEN!!!

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Cheryl Eichman's avatar

“When bar hops stop, honest conversations drop into the waffle spot.” Oh my goodness! THIS! What a great piece Edward!

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Edward Holmes's avatar

Hahah, thanks for reading Cheryl!

'ppreciate you, friend.

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Deborah Rutherford's avatar

Wonderful story. Was there with you in the waffle house with coffee, waffles, conversations and prayer.

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Edward Holmes's avatar

There for ALL OF IT.

Thanks for just being here, Deborah. Big love.

-e

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Deborah Rutherford's avatar

Bless you ❤️

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Deidre Braley's avatar

I love your humor. I loved this piece. And I loved your final sentiment. Thanks, friend. I needed that this morning.

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Edward Holmes's avatar

And I'd love to have a few waffles if we ever find ourselves up in Kbunk.

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Deidre Braley's avatar

We don't have any Waffle Houses here in Maine, but I'm sure we could scrounge up some good waffles somewhere!

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Susie Teramura's avatar

love this!

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Edward Holmes's avatar

Jesus and Java for life, Susie!

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