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Rant and Rave: Reader enjoys talking with friendly stranger

First publishedJul 29, 13:00 UTC
Last updatedJul 30, 13:01 UTC · 1m ago
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Rant and Rave: Reader enjoys talking with friendly stranger
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A reader met a friendly stranger while watching the Seafair Triathlon in Seattle.

Reported by 1 outlet Seattle Times. See all sources ↓

A reader in Seattle met a friendly stranger. They talked about family, sports, and Seattle. This happened while the reader was watching the Seafair Triathlon.

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This story shows how people can make connections with others in their community.

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What was happening when the reader met the stranger?
The reader was watching the Seafair Triathlon.
What did the reader and the stranger talk about?
They talked about family, sports, and Seattle.
Where did the reader meet the stranger?
They met in Seattle.
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The outlets frame this story as a heartwarming encounter between two people in their community.

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    People can make connections with others in their community.

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    Seattle TimesHighlights the friendly conversation between the reader and the stranger.
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