A Paper Time Capsule
Viewing comments for Chapter 9 "No letter today."Letters to my granddaughters
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Comment from Paul Manton
I wonder what I'm reviewing here, Barbara? I decided to take it on because I don't think many reviewers would. I am reviewing something which is not really there?
'What I want you to know about me' sounds simple enough - but only if you're in the right frame of mind to be confessional - and even then, you need parameters, and also remember this is all conditional.
Will the girls really see this - or is it a theoretical blog that you wish they might see in certain circumstances?
At what age are they going (in theory) to read it? 12? 15? 18? Because you might want to 'reveal' different things to them at different ages. I suggest (off the top of my head) you have three very large sheets of paper and 'arrow' your audience viz. What I want to tell you when you're 12; next page - What I want to tell you when you're 15 . . . and so on - or you could do it from year to year. 'This year I want to tell you . . ' but have some targeting to aim at.
Like a 'future diary'?
That's my best shot, Barbara.
Best, Paul
reply by the author on 27-Jul-2023
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I wonder what I'm reviewing here, Barbara? I decided to take it on because I don't think many reviewers would. I am reviewing something which is not really there?
'What I want you to know about me' sounds simple enough - but only if you're in the right frame of mind to be confessional - and even then, you need parameters, and also remember this is all conditional.
Will the girls really see this - or is it a theoretical blog that you wish they might see in certain circumstances?
At what age are they going (in theory) to read it? 12? 15? 18? Because you might want to 'reveal' different things to them at different ages. I suggest (off the top of my head) you have three very large sheets of paper and 'arrow' your audience viz. What I want to tell you when you're 12; next page - What I want to tell you when you're 15 . . . and so on - or you could do it from year to year. 'This year I want to tell you . . ' but have some targeting to aim at.
Like a 'future diary'?
That's my best shot, Barbara.
Best, Paul
Comment Written 27-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 27-Jul-2023
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The girls will never see this. This is to let my FanStory friends know that I wasn't doing the actual letter this week because it fell flat. I am coming up with another one for next week. That's way it's label 'No letter today.'
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Did I waste my time then?
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NEVER!!!!!! I always enjoy reading your reviews. The state the obvious that many people miss.
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I am encouraged by the welter of exclamations!
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You're sweet!!!!!
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not always
Good night, Barbara. 9.38pm and I started reviewing at 6am - so my shift is up!
Comment from estory
You have to trust your process, I guess. My process is sort of like a sculptor carving a piece; a hew out a rough outline, and then through rewrites wittle it down and shape it and refine it into what I really want it to be. Everyone has a different process. Some people like to just write from the soul and feel that the first effort is closest to the creative energy of the moment. estory
reply by the author on 27-Jul-2023
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You have to trust your process, I guess. My process is sort of like a sculptor carving a piece; a hew out a rough outline, and then through rewrites wittle it down and shape it and refine it into what I really want it to be. Everyone has a different process. Some people like to just write from the soul and feel that the first effort is closest to the creative energy of the moment. estory
Comment Written 27-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 27-Jul-2023
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Thank you for understanding.
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
I wrote about how I "perfer" the smal *prefer?
I know what you mean. I'm thinking about writing more about my life but I don't know how to go about it.
I know it will come to you.
reply by the author on 27-Jul-2023
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I wrote about how I "perfer" the smal *prefer?
I know what you mean. I'm thinking about writing more about my life but I don't know how to go about it.
I know it will come to you.
Comment Written 27-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 27-Jul-2023
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Thank you for understanding.
Comment from nomi338
Sometimes if you let your heart decide what you want to write about, it will be successful. However, you must be a cold hearted editor so that you do not allow sentiment to spoil the final product output.
reply by the author on 27-Jul-2023
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Sometimes if you let your heart decide what you want to write about, it will be successful. However, you must be a cold hearted editor so that you do not allow sentiment to spoil the final product output.
Comment Written 27-Jul-2023
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Comment from royowen
I think writing is largely a mood thing, we are in the mood to write, or we're not, grandchildren should generally stir something, but I write much better when I'm moved, I that's why I write birthday poems, you'll think of something, well done, blessings Roy
Typo : how I (perfer) prefer?
reply by the author on 27-Jul-2023
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I think writing is largely a mood thing, we are in the mood to write, or we're not, grandchildren should generally stir something, but I write much better when I'm moved, I that's why I write birthday poems, you'll think of something, well done, blessings Roy
Typo : how I (perfer) prefer?
Comment Written 27-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 27-Jul-2023
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Thank you for understanding.
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A pleasure
Comment from Paul McFarland
Clever picture, Barb. I feel sorry for your having to live in a city for thirty-seven years. I am seventy-nine years old, and I have never lived in the city.
reply by the author on 27-Jul-2023
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Clever picture, Barb. I feel sorry for your having to live in a city for thirty-seven years. I am seventy-nine years old, and I have never lived in the city.
Comment Written 27-Jul-2023
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Comment from judiverse
It's understandable that you sometimes struggle with what you want to write for your granddaughters to read later. There are so many large cities in which you'd live in fear for your life, unfortunately. Smaller towns have more close-knit communities, and that's a good thing. I hope they will always maintain that atmosphere. I know you'll find what you want to say in good time. judi
reply by the author on 27-Jul-2023
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It's understandable that you sometimes struggle with what you want to write for your granddaughters to read later. There are so many large cities in which you'd live in fear for your life, unfortunately. Smaller towns have more close-knit communities, and that's a good thing. I hope they will always maintain that atmosphere. I know you'll find what you want to say in good time. judi
Comment Written 27-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 27-Jul-2023
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Thank you for understanding.
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You're welcome. judi
Comment from jmdg1954
Sometimes, (many times with me) I write and rewrite and still am not happy with what I've written. I'm positive that, that is not unusual.
Your correct words will come to you when you may least expect it. Something will trigger the words you want to pen to your granddaughters.
When they do, we'll be here.
Cheers,
John
reply by the author on 27-Jul-2023
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Sometimes, (many times with me) I write and rewrite and still am not happy with what I've written. I'm positive that, that is not unusual.
Your correct words will come to you when you may least expect it. Something will trigger the words you want to pen to your granddaughters.
When they do, we'll be here.
Cheers,
John
Comment Written 27-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 27-Jul-2023
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Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
I'm sure it will come, just let your mind relax. We sometimes overdo it, and then find we can't write anything. What you're doing is great. It will come. Take care my friend. :) Sandra xxxx
reply by the author on 27-Jul-2023
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I'm sure it will come, just let your mind relax. We sometimes overdo it, and then find we can't write anything. What you're doing is great. It will come. Take care my friend. :) Sandra xxxx
Comment Written 27-Jul-2023
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Comment from Teri7
Barbara, I am praying that the Holy Spirit will give you the things you need to write for your granddaughters to know more about the wonderful lady you are! Thank you for sharing. love and blessings, Teri
reply by the author on 27-Jul-2023
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Barbara, I am praying that the Holy Spirit will give you the things you need to write for your granddaughters to know more about the wonderful lady you are! Thank you for sharing. love and blessings, Teri
Comment Written 27-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 27-Jul-2023
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Thank you for understanding.
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you are so welcome!!!
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