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Nottoway: Hello, My Fanstory Friends:

A while back I realized a dream which began about half a century ago. Back then I had already been a dropout (years later I did graduate). The dream was to someday publish poems.
Well, I have done that. It is a small self-published effort called:

Reflections, Observations, Admissions Denials
By: W. Leroy Blackwell
Amazon Books (via Word2Kindle).

Quite a few of you have read some of my efforts. Any support in this little endeavor is appreciated. It is not about money, it is about my little dream so long ago.


Nottoway: Wherever you are my friends, please be careful.

I am in Texas and we have been 100 degrees or more every day. Much or the US is very hot and I know the rest of the world has its challenges as well.


Nottoway: A note to my Fanstory friends:

I did complete the cataract surgery on both eyes a few months ago and the world is a beautiful place again!
    damommy: I know what you mean. It's amazing, isn't it! -
    karenina: So glad to hear this! I have several friends who have recently had both eyes done...

    Amazing! -


Nottoway: My friends:
I have been absent this joyous outlet for quite a while.

I have been dealing with cataract issues for a while now and the ability to write without frustration was real. I do plan to rekindle my creative side real soon.

I have surgery done on one eye and the other is scheduled soon. The world looks so much better.

I look forward to reading the posts of my fellow poets an d storytellers.

Leroy
aka: Nottoway
    damommy: So good to see you back, and I look forward to reading your work. -


Nottoway: Hello everyone. I hope everyone is okay.

My mind is on writing again. I hope to have an effort posted again soon.
    damommy: Oh, good. Glad to see you back. -


Nottoway: Hello, Poetry Friends!

I have been without regular computer access for a while. But, I am almost up and running again. Hopefully, I will also be over my writing slump.

I do hope everyone is well.

Nottoway


Nottoway: Wish my Fanstory friends a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.
    damommy: I wish you the same. Thank you. -


FanStory wrote to Nottoway: I Used to Run finished second in the contest "Competition"


Nottoway: I wish everyone a very Merry Christmas and a wonderful New Year.


FanStory wrote to Nottoway: I Used To Smoke finished third in the contest "I used to _____ (fill in the blank)"


Nottoway: I will still be posting poems this year but I will also be writing short stories about my years as a United States Air Force Security Policeman (Law Enforcement). I hope everyone will find them interesting. They are some of the events that have stayed with me even 20-30 years later. Have a good day everyone. If you are in the winter environments, stay safe.


Nottoway: My deepest sympathies to all those in Oklahoma, North Texas, the Eastern US and other places around the world who have recently suffered through such terrible events.


Nottoway: May the onset of Spring bring a certain amount of rejuvenation to everyone's spirit. For those areas about to enter the autumnal season toward winter, may there be a slowing of the beat.


Nottoway: To everyone around the world, I wish you and your family the very best during the holidays. May your travels be safe and your hearts warmed by family and friends.
    WendyG1: Hello Nottoway, I enjoyed the poem you wrote, very "My Shining Star" a very moving piece of work and I look forward to reading more. Thank you for choosing my picture, it is an honour to have been a part of such a beautiful poem:) Happy Holidays to you! -
    Nottoway: Thank you so much for the pic and I am glad you liked the poem. Merry Christmas. -


Nottoway: A question was asked a while back if some of my writings are things that acually happened. Yes. Unless, I specifically state though which are, I leave to your imagination to ponder. Thank you all for liking the posts and thanks for any and all suggestions.


Nottoway: I have been writing periodically for over 40 years. During the 1 month that I have been posting on FanStory, I have gotten some of the best feedback ever. I am encouraged and inspired.


Nottoway: I joined FanStory August 12 and have posted several poems. I really appreciate the comments received. I have also done one writing challenge.

Most importantly, I am inspired to write more.

Thank you.
    Eliza M: Thats the best way to be! Welcome to FS. -


Nottoway: September 2 marks the 6th anniversary of a major health crisis in my life. Some of my writings that will be posted as time goes will reflect this event. I have so far had a very good recovery and I am doing well.