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Our Golden Girl

A champion in every sense of the word!

29 total reviews 
Comment from patmedium
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An 'anonymous' competition entry, M... with your name bold-as-brass in the middle. Mind you, how many other Tazmanian grans have we got on site? Eh? xxxxxx

 Comment Written 21-Sep-2010


reply by the author on 21-Sep-2010
    Exactly, Pat. Those who review and are not familiar with me, would not attach 'Marijke' to fionageorge. I thought of changing, but the story would have given it away anyway ... Thanks friend, and warmest regards.
reply by patmedium on 22-Sep-2010
    LOL. xxx
Comment from anabelle
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This is a really heart-warming and beautiful story. It concerns a kind girl who is not above competition, but even better, not above letting her competitive nature ruin who she is.

Best of luck in the contest.

Regards, anabelle

 Comment Written 21-Sep-2010


reply by the author on 21-Sep-2010
    Hi Anabelle, thank you for your kind words and generous review. Warmest regards
Comment from R. K. Alan
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A lovely tribute to your "golden child" and a fine testament to goal setting as well. Congrats to her for her special weekend. Thanks for sharing. Ray aka krylon

 Comment Written 21-Sep-2010


reply by the author on 21-Sep-2010
    Hi Ray, thank you for your kind words and generous review. Warmest regards
Comment from RKagan
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A state champion, you must be so proud. I don't know if this is a true story or not, but it certainly wrote as if it were true. When you were watching the races I felt like I was there with you. great job.

 Comment Written 21-Sep-2010


reply by the author on 21-Sep-2010
    Thank you so much, and yes, this was non-fiction, and it happened only 2 weeks ago.
    We are proud, but more of who she is than what she achieved. Warmest regards.
Comment from Belinda
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What a sweet little girl A fighter, but not a boaster. I'm not surprised if you are so very proud of her and call her 'our golden girl'. Interesting true story, Author.

 Comment Written 21-Sep-2010


reply by the author on 21-Sep-2010
    Thank you, Belinda. She is determined, but humble. Thanks for sharing this story with me, and your generous rating. Warmest regards.
Comment from Southern Writer
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A wonderful story about a young lady that has a very bright future for many reasons. But your writing showed that being a decent human being is more important than a sport's award. It reflects on your whole family, you have good values.

 Comment Written 20-Sep-2010


reply by the author on 20-Sep-2010
    Thank you so much. Yes, the winning was exciting, but it is her attitude and humbleness that make her a winner. Thanks for your kind and generous review. Warmest regards.
Comment from michaelcindy
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I think you wrote a sports story that really exemplified what it is to be a true athlete. The character Jardene is an inspiration to all sports participants ,male or female. The story flowed nicely and your ending was extraordinary.

 Comment Written 20-Sep-2010


reply by the author on 20-Sep-2010
    Thank you so much, Michael, for your kind words. Jardene is a very special young lady. She inspires me. Warmest regards.
reply by michaelcindy on 21-Sep-2010
    your quite welcome
Comment from Claire Beck
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What a nice account! You described the action well and painted a clear picture of what it was like watching your granddaughter win.

"Bang!" Since this one's not spoken, it doesn't need quotation marks.

"new lease of life" - isn't it "new lease ON life?"

Good luck with the contest!

 Comment Written 20-Sep-2010


reply by the author on 20-Sep-2010
    Thank you so much, Claire, for your kind words, and your advice - I have corrected. Jardene is a very special young lady. She inspires me. Warmest regards.
Comment from Meshe Nair
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This is an excellent and enjoyable read. A great entry to the contest also. I am sure she will do great in Olympics if given the chance.

Good luck on your contest entry.

Meshe Nair

 Comment Written 20-Sep-2010


reply by the author on 20-Sep-2010
    Thank you so much, Meshe, for your kind words. Jardene is a very special young lady. She inspires me. Warmest regards.
Comment from bhogg
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Thank you for writing such a beautiful uplifting story. So many people get so focused on winning. It was lovely to hear that your grandaughter had the heart to not only win, but remain true to herself. Nicely done. Regards, Bill

 Comment Written 20-Sep-2010


reply by the author on 20-Sep-2010
    Thank you, Bill. Yes, she is indeed a remarkable and humble young lady. I hope life will be kind to her, as she is to others. Warmest regards.