Stories and Poems for the Holidays
Viewing comments for Prologue "This Year's Thanksgiving"Holiday musings.
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Comment from Mary Vigasin
Wonderful words that gentle nudge the reason why a Thanksgiving home cooked meal is more than just cooking, it is the memories that are treasured. Meals are forgotten (unless you burn the food on year) but the family being together, planning the meal, bringing their favorite recipes and sharing the day is what makes Thanksgiving at home a treasure. Even there are only two of us, as I was cooking our meal, I was reminded of the Thanksgiving with my dad and Nana. Memories in a restaurant with all the distractions and quick meal are not preserved once the bill is paid.
Mary
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2024
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Wonderful words that gentle nudge the reason why a Thanksgiving home cooked meal is more than just cooking, it is the memories that are treasured. Meals are forgotten (unless you burn the food on year) but the family being together, planning the meal, bringing their favorite recipes and sharing the day is what makes Thanksgiving at home a treasure. Even there are only two of us, as I was cooking our meal, I was reminded of the Thanksgiving with my dad and Nana. Memories in a restaurant with all the distractions and quick meal are not preserved once the bill is paid.
Mary
Comment Written 03-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2024
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Thank you, Mary. I appreciate your review and comments. There are too many strangers around to make it feel like Thanksgiving.
Beth
Comment from barbara.wilkey
Thank you for sharing this story/poem contest entry. I happen to agree with you. Yes, the past ways are best. Cooking and making memories, even as we do that horrible job of cleaning up. Memories are made. Good luck with the contest.
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2024
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Thank you for sharing this story/poem contest entry. I happen to agree with you. Yes, the past ways are best. Cooking and making memories, even as we do that horrible job of cleaning up. Memories are made. Good luck with the contest.
Comment Written 03-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2024
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Thank you, Barbara. I'm pleased that you see it the same as do. I appreciate the review.
Beth
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
I am having a restaurant meal with my family this year and it is not my favourite Beth. I prefer a home cooked meal as it is more comfortable and ambient. I enjoyed your story in a poem and wish you luck with the contest, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2024
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I am having a restaurant meal with my family this year and it is not my favourite Beth. I prefer a home cooked meal as it is more comfortable and ambient. I enjoyed your story in a poem and wish you luck with the contest, love Dolly x
Comment Written 03-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2024
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Thank you, Dolly. They are less work and I really don't several days of leftovers.
Beth
Comment from Ric Myworld
Looking back to those Thanksgiving memories where we all took turns sharing the many things we were thankful for. Family meals with loved ones, enjoying the shared moments. But nowadays, it seems the blessings are expected, not appreciated. And once treasured times, often interfere with busy schedules. Time waits for no one and races full speed ahead. So, we must cherish every second and embrace what we can, even if it's over Mickey D's Big Macs or a Quarter Pounder with cheese. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2024
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Looking back to those Thanksgiving memories where we all took turns sharing the many things we were thankful for. Family meals with loved ones, enjoying the shared moments. But nowadays, it seems the blessings are expected, not appreciated. And once treasured times, often interfere with busy schedules. Time waits for no one and races full speed ahead. So, we must cherish every second and embrace what we can, even if it's over Mickey D's Big Macs or a Quarter Pounder with cheese. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 03-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2024
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Thank you, Ric. It's the second we've eatten out for Thanksgiving. We will have a big meal for Christmas. It will at least be traditional.
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Comment from Pam (respa)
-Very nice artwork and presentation, Beth.
-You wrote a very good poem with two
viewpoints, effective imagery, and rhyme.
-Good use of dialogue in verse one as
your family suggested getting a
"restaurant meal" for Thanksgiving.
-A very good response beginning
with the first line using internal rhyme.
-You create a good word picture of
how the meal at home would be with
everyone sharing their "specialties"
and also making memories.
-A very good closing line.
-A good entry; good luck!!
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024
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-Very nice artwork and presentation, Beth.
-You wrote a very good poem with two
viewpoints, effective imagery, and rhyme.
-Good use of dialogue in verse one as
your family suggested getting a
"restaurant meal" for Thanksgiving.
-A very good response beginning
with the first line using internal rhyme.
-You create a good word picture of
how the meal at home would be with
everyone sharing their "specialties"
and also making memories.
-A very good closing line.
-A good entry; good luck!!
Comment Written 03-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024
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Thank you, Pam. I appreciate you through reviews and comments. I'm glad you like it.
Beth
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You are very welcome, Beth.
Comment from Pam Lonsdale
"Look" in the first line doesn't need to be capitalized; Mom is the first word of the sentence.
I cooked this year, but I "shirked the traditional work" and had lasagna and salad. Everyone loved it.
I have so many memories of Thanksgiving with my children and my husband's family. In the last few years, I've invited neighbors, as well. But it became more than I wanted to handle, so I put an end to it this year. We only had four people:-)
You've shared a classic story in a well-written, rhyming poem, and it will do well in the contest, as your poems always do.
Now on to Christmas!
xo
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024
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"Look" in the first line doesn't need to be capitalized; Mom is the first word of the sentence.
I cooked this year, but I "shirked the traditional work" and had lasagna and salad. Everyone loved it.
I have so many memories of Thanksgiving with my children and my husband's family. In the last few years, I've invited neighbors, as well. But it became more than I wanted to handle, so I put an end to it this year. We only had four people:-)
You've shared a classic story in a well-written, rhyming poem, and it will do well in the contest, as your poems always do.
Now on to Christmas!
xo
Comment Written 03-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024
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Lasagna and salad sounds delicious. I don't eat turkey or ham and all the other dishes have way to many calories. I'm sure we'll have a traditional feast at Christmas. Thanks for the review
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Lasagna and salad sounds delicious. I don't eat turkey or ham and all the other dishes have way to many calories. I'm sure we'll have a traditional feast at Christmas. Thanks for the review
Comment from Wendy G
There are advantages to both systems. It is less stressful for those who are not confident cooks to go to a restaurant, and good memories can still be made there. But i5 doesn't have that special homely feel. So long as everyone enjoyed themselves and gave thanks. ...
Best wishes for the contest.
Wendy
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024
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There are advantages to both systems. It is less stressful for those who are not confident cooks to go to a restaurant, and good memories can still be made there. But i5 doesn't have that special homely feel. So long as everyone enjoyed themselves and gave thanks. ...
Best wishes for the contest.
Wendy
Comment Written 03-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024
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Yes, Wendy, you are right. There are advantages to both ways. I used to do most all of the work, but I can't stand on my feet so many hours anymore. Besides I always ate to many leftovers .
Beth
Comment from Tom Horonzy
Might be good for a change but nothing beats a family gathering with recipes and memories galore shared more than any other time. Besides, the gathering numbers actually grow smaller so the need to feed an army is not what it had been.
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024
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Might be good for a change but nothing beats a family gathering with recipes and memories galore shared more than any other time. Besides, the gathering numbers actually grow smaller so the need to feed an army is not what it had been.
Comment Written 02-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024
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Thank you, Tom. It is certainly less work and no leftovers to put on extra pound but I will the traditional Thanksgiving.
Beth
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Thank you, Tom. It is certainly less work and no leftovers to put on extra pound but I will the traditional Thanksgiving.
Beth
Comment from Charles D Ezell
Good one, Beth. Yes, I had a great Thanksgiving too but not like we had years ago as a boy when Mom did the turkey and sisters did the other. All in all it was still good.
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024
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Good one, Beth. Yes, I had a great Thanksgiving too but not like we had years ago as a boy when Mom did the turkey and sisters did the other. All in all it was still good.
Comment Written 02-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024
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Thank you, Chuck. I enjoyed being with my kid and grandchildren even if it was at a restaurant. Thank you for six stars.
Beth
Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
Gorgeous presentation and delightful verse packed with Christmas flavour, past and present, with a very pleasing rhyming pattern, you clever girl! Well done and good luck! Debbie
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024
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Gorgeous presentation and delightful verse packed with Christmas flavour, past and present, with a very pleasing rhyming pattern, you clever girl! Well done and good luck! Debbie
Comment Written 02-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024
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Thank you, Debbie. I'm so glad you like poem. As to whether or not it can be considered a story is debatable.
Beth
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Thank you, Debbie. I'm so glad you like poem. As to whether or not it can be considered a story is debatable.
Beth