The Creator's Hand
An artist's story.47 total reviews
Comment from Judy Lawless
What an interesting story, Terry! David had a difficult beginning to life, but found his way on his own. He encountered some terrible things, but learned a great lesson as well. Who would have imagined he'd end up a popular artist. Well done.
reply by the author on 04-May-2022
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What an interesting story, Terry! David had a difficult beginning to life, but found his way on his own. He encountered some terrible things, but learned a great lesson as well. Who would have imagined he'd end up a popular artist. Well done.
Comment Written 04-May-2022
reply by the author on 04-May-2022
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Thank you for the kind review and for reading my other writings as well. I will be posting my last story in a few days, Dyess Air Force Base, I think it is good. I hope you get a chance to read it. Thank You, Terry.
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You're most welcome, Terry. I've enjoyed reading your stories. Why will your next one be your last one?
Comment from Sarah Tummey
I know nothing about native American art, but what a fascinating life this man led. I was particularly moved to read the part about the German doctor and the impact he had.
reply by the author on 04-May-2022
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I know nothing about native American art, but what a fascinating life this man led. I was particularly moved to read the part about the German doctor and the impact he had.
Comment Written 04-May-2022
reply by the author on 04-May-2022
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Thank you for your very kind review. Terry.
Comment from Sanku
Very interesting story. What he thought as a torture was actually a means to save him . Thank you for giving this detailed history of the artist.Thanks for explaining the picture .It helped
reply by the author on 04-May-2022
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Very interesting story. What he thought as a torture was actually a means to save him . Thank you for giving this detailed history of the artist.Thanks for explaining the picture .It helped
Comment Written 04-May-2022
reply by the author on 04-May-2022
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Thank you for reading and your kind review. Terry.
Comment from Sally Law
Oh, I wish I could see the art. This story is so wonderful and so well told. I couldn't believe the part about the maggots and the chicken. My goodness! I never heard of such a thing, but the doctor knew. Exceptional writing, Terry. You're All Time Best for sure!
Sending you my best today as always,
Sal :))
reply by the author on 03-May-2022
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Oh, I wish I could see the art. This story is so wonderful and so well told. I couldn't believe the part about the maggots and the chicken. My goodness! I never heard of such a thing, but the doctor knew. Exceptional writing, Terry. You're All Time Best for sure!
Sending you my best today as always,
Sal :))
Comment Written 03-May-2022
reply by the author on 03-May-2022
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Thank you, Sally. I think the next one I'll post in a few days is better. It is called: Dyess Air Force Base. It will be my last story. Thank you for reading. Terry.
Comment from LisaMay
The Creator has a hand in all our lives, whatever our backgrounds. Your story about David is a case of 'truth is stranger than fiction'. What a progression of amazing experiences, told convincingly and engagingly, showing curiosity, resourcefulness, and ability rising above extreme difficulties. The human spirit, and inherent humanity, overcomes adversity writ large.
reply by the author on 03-May-2022
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The Creator has a hand in all our lives, whatever our backgrounds. Your story about David is a case of 'truth is stranger than fiction'. What a progression of amazing experiences, told convincingly and engagingly, showing curiosity, resourcefulness, and ability rising above extreme difficulties. The human spirit, and inherent humanity, overcomes adversity writ large.
Comment Written 03-May-2022
reply by the author on 03-May-2022
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Thank you for your very kind review, Terry.
Comment from Commissioner Flanagan
The author recounts a narrative of poverty, homelessness, starvation,bravery, and one's pursuit of a goal. The author demonstrates that motivation and creativity, and achievements are attainable irrespective of one's background or heritage.The story should be a movies
reply by the author on 03-May-2022
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The author recounts a narrative of poverty, homelessness, starvation,bravery, and one's pursuit of a goal. The author demonstrates that motivation and creativity, and achievements are attainable irrespective of one's background or heritage.The story should be a movies
Comment Written 03-May-2022
reply by the author on 03-May-2022
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Thank you for your wonderful review, I have one more story I will post in a few days, Dyess Air Base, I think it's really good. It will be my last story, I hope you get a chance to read it. Thanks, Terry.
Comment from Carolyn Dooley
This was a great story. I am glad things worked out for David. He was lucky to have lived. He was saved because it was not his time to die. I can not imagine what he went through. Thank you for sharing. I really like Native American art and pottery. Have a great day.
reply by the author on 03-May-2022
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This was a great story. I am glad things worked out for David. He was lucky to have lived. He was saved because it was not his time to die. I can not imagine what he went through. Thank you for sharing. I really like Native American art and pottery. Have a great day.
Comment Written 03-May-2022
reply by the author on 03-May-2022
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Thank you for your kind review. I have one more story to post, Dyess Air Force Base, it will be out in a few days. That will be my last story. Thank you for reading and reviewing my work. Terry.
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Look forward reading. You are welcome.
Comment from J. P. Olesen
Hi, Terry,
I owe you a review that's long overdue. You'd reviewed my story, "Wading In," and I've read your stories "The Last Conversation, 1990" and "The Conversation," and I was positive I'd left you at least one review--but apparently, I hadn't. Sorry about that!
Anyway, I like this story, and it really resonates with me. I spent half a dozen years in northern Arizona, recognize your illustration of the Four Corners area, worked construction for a while, had several Navajo and Hopi Indian friends who were my co-workers, and spent more than a little time on the Hopi and Navajo Indian Reservations.
I'm surprised that the OSS sent David to Europe instead of using him for a Code-Talker in the Pacific Theater, but somehow, I'm not surprised. I'm also not surprised about him being tortured at Daschau for befriending a Jew. Unbelievable cruelty!
I did wonder if the leaches might have been used medicinally, but that was erased for me when I read about the chicken entrails. Hadn't thought about their nutritional value, though.
Anyway, incredibly moving story about David resolving not to ever hate another person again. Wish I could say the same myself.
No flaws in your writing that I could see, and and a very beautiful story. Well done!
Sincerely,
J. P.
reply by the author on 03-May-2022
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Hi, Terry,
I owe you a review that's long overdue. You'd reviewed my story, "Wading In," and I've read your stories "The Last Conversation, 1990" and "The Conversation," and I was positive I'd left you at least one review--but apparently, I hadn't. Sorry about that!
Anyway, I like this story, and it really resonates with me. I spent half a dozen years in northern Arizona, recognize your illustration of the Four Corners area, worked construction for a while, had several Navajo and Hopi Indian friends who were my co-workers, and spent more than a little time on the Hopi and Navajo Indian Reservations.
I'm surprised that the OSS sent David to Europe instead of using him for a Code-Talker in the Pacific Theater, but somehow, I'm not surprised. I'm also not surprised about him being tortured at Daschau for befriending a Jew. Unbelievable cruelty!
I did wonder if the leaches might have been used medicinally, but that was erased for me when I read about the chicken entrails. Hadn't thought about their nutritional value, though.
Anyway, incredibly moving story about David resolving not to ever hate another person again. Wish I could say the same myself.
No flaws in your writing that I could see, and and a very beautiful story. Well done!
Sincerely,
J. P.
Comment Written 03-May-2022
reply by the author on 03-May-2022
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J.P. Thank you for your kind and personal review. I have one more story that I have written and plan to post later in the week or early next week. It is "Dyess Air Force Base." I think it is one of my best stories and it will also be my last story. I hope you get a chance to read it. Thanks, Terry.
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I will do that. And if I don't, send me a PM for a reminder! Been juggling a lot lately and am not very good at it . . . .
Comment from Pam Lonsdale
This is an extraordinary story about an extraordinary human! You have taken the research you had to do, boiled it down to the necessary facts, and retold it in a jaw-dropping fashion. This man did more in his life than 100 other people put together. Yes, I would agree that a divine hand guided this man.
reply by the author on 03-May-2022
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This is an extraordinary story about an extraordinary human! You have taken the research you had to do, boiled it down to the necessary facts, and retold it in a jaw-dropping fashion. This man did more in his life than 100 other people put together. Yes, I would agree that a divine hand guided this man.
Comment Written 03-May-2022
reply by the author on 03-May-2022
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Pam, thank you for all of the very kind reviews. I have one more story that I will post later this week or early next week. It is Dyess Air Force Base. I think it is interesting and one of the better stories I have written. It will be my last story. I hope you get a chance to read it. Terry.
Comment from the13thpoet
Hello Terry a good day to you sir. I hope this finds you well. Thank you for sharing that story, I enjoyed the read. David certainly had one hell of a life. You can't help but admire those who can create good out of bad situations.
reply by the author on 03-May-2022
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Hello Terry a good day to you sir. I hope this finds you well. Thank you for sharing that story, I enjoyed the read. David certainly had one hell of a life. You can't help but admire those who can create good out of bad situations.
Comment Written 03-May-2022
reply by the author on 03-May-2022
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Good morning to you Sir and thank you for reading my work and the kind reviews. I have one more story, Dyess Air Force Base. I will post it later in the week or early next week. I hope you get a chance to read it, it will be my last story. Terry.