Fallen

Fallen
By Curtis Johnson

While a young man, he achieved  great measures of success.                                 I rejoiced with him and his family; but when his failure was exposed,                         so quickly my happiness turned to grief.

Cj11282015 ( His name was Bob, my mentor.  He failed from grace and left his wife for another woman.  30 words used in the contest,  "Fallen in 25-30 Words"
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Allison Avatar
November 29, 2015 at 3:59 AM
This is a sad situation Curtis he also lost your respect and friendship:-( good luck in the contest:-) hugs jan xx
Johnson Avatar
November 29, 2015 at 11:18 AM
Thank you Jan.
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