A Layer Underneath
An introspective look under the surface31 total reviews
Comment from mobileliz
Nice image, nice thoughts, good choice of picture, too. What you desire is good and unselfish. Something that will make you a better you and that you can pass on to the next person.
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Nice image, nice thoughts, good choice of picture, too. What you desire is good and unselfish. Something that will make you a better you and that you can pass on to the next person.
Comment Written 09-May-2021
reply by the author on 09-May-2021
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Thank you, Liz, for your kind comments and insightful review. Yes, I try to be as unselfish as I can. I want to give as well as receive. Thank you for the excellent rating.
Have a wonderful evening,
Jesse
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You're welcome
Comment from Ric Myworld
When we think about it, it really doesn't take much to make us happy. Mostly, just to receive as good as we send, a little respect and appreciation. Thanks for sharing.
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When we think about it, it really doesn't take much to make us happy. Mostly, just to receive as good as we send, a little respect and appreciation. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 09-May-2021
reply by the author on 09-May-2021
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Yes, Ric, we all need to be respected and appreciated. Thank you for taking the time and effort to read and review my work. I appreciate the excellent rating very much.
Have a good evening,
Jesse
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
You did a good job articulating your three desires. All of them make sense, and are shared in a believable way. They seem to be applicable to others as well. However, I know this is personal to you.
I would not capitalia Triathlete
I WOULD capitalize Pacific.
Thanks for sharing.
Respectfully, Jan
reply by the author on 09-May-2021
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You did a good job articulating your three desires. All of them make sense, and are shared in a believable way. They seem to be applicable to others as well. However, I know this is personal to you.
I would not capitalia Triathlete
I WOULD capitalize Pacific.
Thanks for sharing.
Respectfully, Jan
Comment Written 09-May-2021
reply by the author on 09-May-2021
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Thanks, Jan, for the suggestions. I have now, already after reading this, corrected the two capitalized words.
I hope others can relate to what I want in life. It is my desire when I post this to have this resonate with some of the readers. But yes, it is personal to me.
Thanks for reading and reviewing my post. I appreciate the excellent rating and review.
Take care,
Jesse
Comment from Sherry Asbury
This is a very unique write, it says a lot about you. It reads like your dream, your fantasy for yourself. I too wish for a lean body - like an athlete...someone who takes care of their body. But, alas, it is not to be...that is when I wonder why I have lusted after such a fantasy. We all
must have our dreams and aspirations. You certainly are a lovely man who could bring what he wants into being. thought-provoking write.
reply by the author on 09-May-2021
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This is a very unique write, it says a lot about you. It reads like your dream, your fantasy for yourself. I too wish for a lean body - like an athlete...someone who takes care of their body. But, alas, it is not to be...that is when I wonder why I have lusted after such a fantasy. We all
must have our dreams and aspirations. You certainly are a lovely man who could bring what he wants into being. thought-provoking write.
Comment Written 09-May-2021
reply by the author on 09-May-2021
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Wow, thank you, Sherry, for an inspiring and insightful review. You sure know a person well by reading their work. Your kind words are very much appreciated.
Have a glorious afternoon,
Jesse
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You are most welcome!Q!
Comment from Sharon Davis
A personal and powerful perspective on your quest of self-definition. The title of the piece hooks the reader steadfastly to the story's theme and tone. Well written and presented.
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A personal and powerful perspective on your quest of self-definition. The title of the piece hooks the reader steadfastly to the story's theme and tone. Well written and presented.
Comment Written 09-May-2021
reply by the author on 09-May-2021
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Thank you, Sharon, for that helpful feedback. I am glad the title hooks the reader. I appreciate your kind comments...they are very encouraging.
Have a wonderful afternoon,
Jesse
Comment from Mike Stevens
Another fine write, Jesse--quite a nice wish list: I can help you with the friendship deal, but on the other two, you're on your own--might I suggest getting a treadmill that flatters you shamelessly? "Looking good, Jesse, have you been watching what you eat?"
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Another fine write, Jesse--quite a nice wish list: I can help you with the friendship deal, but on the other two, you're on your own--might I suggest getting a treadmill that flatters you shamelessly? "Looking good, Jesse, have you been watching what you eat?"
Comment Written 09-May-2021
reply by the author on 09-May-2021
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Thank you, Mike, for your always funny, always helpful review. I am honored to consider you my friend. I realize the other two are on me to find. At this point, I am wheelchair-bound and can't get onto a treadmill...but, yes, I watch what I eat fairly carefully. Thank you for the excellent rating, my friend.
Have a good day,
Jesse
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Well, I'm not wheelchair-bound, but close, I need a walker--sorry to hear that, Jesse
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Yeah, well, I still have my writing ability to some degree or another, haha. No sympathy, please. I have a rich and full life, and things will only get better, if I will just, be patient. That's what I keep telling myself anyway.
Enjoy the day, my friend,
Jesse
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If you're anything like me, I refuse to let myself mope or curse my circumstances. I just work hard to improve. Feeling sorry for myself is a waste of emotion
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I agree, totally!
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Great minds?
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Yes.
Comment from Pam (respa)
-Very nice image, Jesse.
-Good organization of
your thoughts into three categories.
-That is always a good number
to work with.
-Each one has very good
description or comparison,
like the Siamese cat or triathlete
and a cool summer breeze in
the South Pacific.
-They are all good things
to aim for in your "personal quest."
-Well done!
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reply by the author on 09-May-2021
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-Very nice image, Jesse.
-Good organization of
your thoughts into three categories.
-That is always a good number
to work with.
-Each one has very good
description or comparison,
like the Siamese cat or triathlete
and a cool summer breeze in
the South Pacific.
-They are all good things
to aim for in your "personal quest."
-Well done!
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Comment Written 09-May-2021
reply by the author on 09-May-2021
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Thank you, Pam, for this detailed, comprehensive review. I can always count on you for giving me the breakdown of what worked and why. You give wonderful reviews, and I appreciate you for that.
Have a lovely day,
Jesse
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You are very welcome for the review, Jesse. It means a lot that they are meaningful to you. Have a good rest of your day and a great upcoming week.
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I'll give it my best shot! (That's a saying my best friend always says whenever someone wishes him a good day, etc.)
Jesse
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It was a good song, too, by Pat Benetar!
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Yes, it was!
Comment from Ritasher
I do get your desires well. I guess however confident we feel in our lives and bodies, deep inside we all long to be appreciated both externally and internally.
Sincerely, Rita.
reply by the author on 09-May-2021
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I do get your desires well. I guess however confident we feel in our lives and bodies, deep inside we all long to be appreciated both externally and internally.
Sincerely, Rita.
Comment Written 09-May-2021
reply by the author on 09-May-2021
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You are so right, Rita. We all need to be appreciated, and I appreciate you and this insightful review. Thank you for reading and reviewing my work. And thank you for the excellent rating.
Have a great day,
Jesse
Comment from 4theloveoftrees
It's a good start that you've identified the qualities most important to you! You may want to add a comma after persona and close up that line. Although I might describe the three qualities you mention a bit differently, it is for you to decide what they mean to you! Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 09-May-2021
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It's a good start that you've identified the qualities most important to you! You may want to add a comma after persona and close up that line. Although I might describe the three qualities you mention a bit differently, it is for you to decide what they mean to you! Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 09-May-2021
reply by the author on 09-May-2021
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Thank you, Patricia, for your insightful and thoughtful review. I appreciate your suggestions and will consider them carefully before deciding what to do.
Thanks for the encouraging review and excellent rating.
Take care, my friend,
Jesse
Comment from Vanna1
Hopefully you can gain them both with the same person. Relationships these days are so important. We can be around so many people and still feel alone. Thanks for sharing.
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reply by the author on 09-May-2021
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Hopefully you can gain them both with the same person. Relationships these days are so important. We can be around so many people and still feel alone. Thanks for sharing.
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Comment Written 09-May-2021
reply by the author on 09-May-2021
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That is certainly something to aim for, gaining both intimacy and friendship with one person. Thank you for your insights.
Thank you also for the excellent review and rating.
Have a nice day,
Jesse