Do You Believe In Monsters?
Viewing comments for Chapter 11 "Sins Of The Father "Living with a madman.
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Comment from Wendyanne
What a horrible life you have described living with your disgusting stepfather!! You have told your biographical story well and it has certainly made me sympathise with you. Good luck in the contest!
reply by the author on 26-Oct-2023
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What a horrible life you have described living with your disgusting stepfather!! You have told your biographical story well and it has certainly made me sympathise with you. Good luck in the contest!
Comment Written 24-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 26-Oct-2023
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Thank you, Wendy! He was a disgusting man and as a Christian I should not feel joy in his death, but I did. The contest is minor compared to the relief I felt writing about this.
Comment from John Ciarmello
What a great piece, Douglas! The content is disturbing in that your family, or anyone, would have to live with the torment of a disturbed man and then, in the end, be ashamed to feel the joy of his passing.
I don't profess to know anything about the realities of abuse or what it may have been like to live them, but I have to ask: What else would you feel, my friend?
This is a brave write, Douglas! Best, JohnC
reply by the author on 26-Oct-2023
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What a great piece, Douglas! The content is disturbing in that your family, or anyone, would have to live with the torment of a disturbed man and then, in the end, be ashamed to feel the joy of his passing.
I don't profess to know anything about the realities of abuse or what it may have been like to live them, but I have to ask: What else would you feel, my friend?
This is a brave write, Douglas! Best, JohnC
Comment Written 24-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 26-Oct-2023
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Thank you, my friend. Writing in this contest and hearing all of you guy's responses has really blessed me and given me a better perspective. You are awesome!
Comment from JSD
A harrowing piece of writing. It is frightening how many tales like this there are on here. Writing is clearly a major therapy for so many. Good luck in the contest with this clever twist, but more importantly good luck with a shadowless life.
reply by the author on 26-Oct-2023
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A harrowing piece of writing. It is frightening how many tales like this there are on here. Writing is clearly a major therapy for so many. Good luck in the contest with this clever twist, but more importantly good luck with a shadowless life.
Comment Written 24-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 26-Oct-2023
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Thanks, John. This contest was a great platform to launch my honest feelings. I think writing about it has given me some better clarity and perspective. Appreciate you!
Comment from Karen Cherry Threadgill
A most excellent story, very well told. It was done in a true and forthright way. You did not hold back or spare yourself in the telling. It was crafted perfectly which is hard to do when writing non-fiction. This was just wonderfully done. Karen
reply by the author on 26-Oct-2023
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A most excellent story, very well told. It was done in a true and forthright way. You did not hold back or spare yourself in the telling. It was crafted perfectly which is hard to do when writing non-fiction. This was just wonderfully done. Karen
Comment Written 24-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 26-Oct-2023
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Hello, Doll! I spared nothing, using this contest to unload raw feelings from the heart. That, along with friends like you, have helped me regain my perspective. Thank you!
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u r welcome Karen :-)
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Thank you Karen. You are such a doll!
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We can get caught up in old hurts and memories on occasion that weigh us down. Whenever we get a chance we should say whatever we can to empower them from bad hurt, make them laugh, scratch their heads at the absurdity of life, and think big thoughts. I truly believe I am where I belong to be here. Sure there are nitwits and absolute loonies here, but I have found a couple dozen like minds here, and about a dozen good friends like you. I get to read really good writing. And having people tell me That I am good doesn't hurt my feelings at all.:-)
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You are good. And I read a LOT so would know. Thank you my friend. Those are some pitfalls to avoid. And yes, there are nitwits and loonies everywhere. They try to blend in with the normal people. Ha!
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When I first got here I was very earnest, and tried to do everything like the rules said. I soon found out that the only stars you can give are 5's an sixes. I give less and Debi Pick Marquette cuts me a new one, not for herself, but for others. So I adapted. Most of us have health issues. I certainly do, but I do not talk about it much.
Why do so? Can anyone fix me? And why weigh others down? Being here is my escape from my body. I am whatever age I feel like when I write. I am eight years old, 28, 45, and up. I have a lot of people inside me. We all have the same name. But I have always been this way. I am very adaptable. It has served me well. Wow, I did go on didn't I?
I just love it here. I appreciate someone like you to talk to and read.:-)
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Yea yea, I am a peach.I am also tired. I have been busy answering all my mail and trying to catch up with all my reviewing. I review one for one. And with my wifi being down for two weeks I have been backlogged. I am caught up with you I think. But I still owe others. And my brain makes me write stories and poetry too. Life is hectic but good.:-)
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We know who they are! :-)
Comment from karenina
Do hostages not rejoice when they are free of their captors? He has held you captive, recycling horrid memories for much too long.
I think joy is the appropriate emotion.
You know better than that "fiction" obituary and I am joyous he will face God and be judged!
Karenina
reply by the author on 26-Oct-2023
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Do hostages not rejoice when they are free of their captors? He has held you captive, recycling horrid memories for much too long.
I think joy is the appropriate emotion.
You know better than that "fiction" obituary and I am joyous he will face God and be judged!
Karenina
Comment Written 23-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 26-Oct-2023
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You are so very kind and supportive. My initial response, as expressed in this contest, were raw and honest. Thanks to you guys, and writing about it, I think I have a better understanding of my initial reactions. Thank you!
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One of many therapeutic benefits of writing and being read and getting feedback!
Comment from lyenochka
I remember your writings about that horrible stepfather and the torment that you suffered while under the same roof with him. I am glad you survived and even gained a resolve to go into law enforcement to protect others. Best wishes in the contest!
reply by the author on 26-Oct-2023
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I remember your writings about that horrible stepfather and the torment that you suffered while under the same roof with him. I am glad you survived and even gained a resolve to go into law enforcement to protect others. Best wishes in the contest!
Comment Written 23-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 26-Oct-2023
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Thank you, my dear friend. Using this contest to write about it has brought me some peace. I think I am resolved to write a book about it.
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Good! Let us know when you get it published!
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
I'm so sorry for the years of terror at your step-father's hands. The scariest monsters walk among us. Worse than the horror movies and Stephen King's books. But you grew up to be a kind and talented man.... I'm sure there are many other good qualities.
Great entry for the A Day of Woe contest. Good luck, Douglas!!!!
reply by the author on 26-Oct-2023
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I'm so sorry for the years of terror at your step-father's hands. The scariest monsters walk among us. Worse than the horror movies and Stephen King's books. But you grew up to be a kind and talented man.... I'm sure there are many other good qualities.
Great entry for the A Day of Woe contest. Good luck, Douglas!!!!
Comment Written 23-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 26-Oct-2023
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Thank you. As always, your support means so much to me! It has actually been very therapeutic to express myself in this contest.
Douglas
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I feel the same way, writing is very good for the soul and it helps me to process my feelings and thoughts.
Comment from jmdg1954
Doug. I'm sure God has forgiven you for the joy you felt on his passing.
I'm usually at a loss of words on posts like these and yours follows suit.
You have the right to feel as you wish as this monster tormented you and family for so many years.
God bless you, my friend.
John
reply by the author on 26-Oct-2023
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Doug. I'm sure God has forgiven you for the joy you felt on his passing.
I'm usually at a loss of words on posts like these and yours follows suit.
You have the right to feel as you wish as this monster tormented you and family for so many years.
God bless you, my friend.
John
Comment Written 23-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 26-Oct-2023
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Thank you so much, John. You are a blessing to me. Using this contest to write about my raw emotions and the responses I have received have given me better perspective.
Comment from Wayne Fowler
Nicely written. Good work.
Personally, I don't see what would require forgiveness. I'm glad when a rabid dog is put down. Fact of the matter is... I'd do it myself.
Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 26-Oct-2023
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Nicely written. Good work.
Personally, I don't see what would require forgiveness. I'm glad when a rabid dog is put down. Fact of the matter is... I'd do it myself.
Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 23-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 26-Oct-2023
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Thanks Wayne. The contest was just a platform to express myself. The support I have received from friends like you has helped me gain a better perspective. Appreciate you.
Comment from BethShelby
It is sad commentary on a life when those who were a part of it could rejoy that is was finally over. I hate knowing that children have to grow in fear and the humiliation seeing their mother forced to live in fear or poverty because she married the wrong men. These things happen too often to innocent children and some find writing the best way to escape the horors they grew up with. I've read many stories on this site of those who endured a childhood like that. It is good to know you are survivor. Too many are not.
reply by the author on 26-Oct-2023
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It is sad commentary on a life when those who were a part of it could rejoy that is was finally over. I hate knowing that children have to grow in fear and the humiliation seeing their mother forced to live in fear or poverty because she married the wrong men. These things happen too often to innocent children and some find writing the best way to escape the horors they grew up with. I've read many stories on this site of those who endured a childhood like that. It is good to know you are survivor. Too many are not.
Comment Written 23-Oct-2023
reply by the author on 26-Oct-2023
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Thank you, Beth. I think entering this contest was the best thing I could have done. Supportive comments from friends like you have been such a blessing to me!
