The Gypsy's Timepiece.
Always be kind to strangers... or else!50 total reviews
Comment from Dawn Munro
"...as I (cannot) speak..." << cannot - one word
You thrill us with creepy, hair -raising description. Your plot is rich and the pacing marvelous. OOOOOhhhh, such a spooky tale, and I SO loved the ending! :0)
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2014
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"...as I (cannot) speak..." << cannot - one word
You thrill us with creepy, hair -raising description. Your plot is rich and the pacing marvelous. OOOOOhhhh, such a spooky tale, and I SO loved the ending! :0)
Comment Written 21-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2014
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Thanks so much, Dawn. I must be known only as anonymous now, at leat for this review. However, I'm very happy to know that you enjoyed the story, and I certainly appreciate all of those pretty stars!
Thanks so much again, my friend.
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Oops. My bad - not your fault. Heading over to change it now.
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Cannot is sometimes also spelled can not. The one-word spelling is by far the more common: Interest rates simply cannot continue at their present level. The contraction can't is most common in speech and informal writing.--->From Dictionary.com...
...but I changed it anyway, LOL.
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How do edit a reply?
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Go in under "comments" on your profile page - at the bottom it gives the option to "edit reply" - the only thing you can't change is the rating, which bothers me because we used to be able to, and it's happened that you mistakenly hit something you didn't mean to. ...sigh...
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although it might be different again now - I haven't tried in a long time.
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LOL - oh. Okee dokee - never too old to learn - I DO know it can be used as two words, but I didn't think so in that context...anyway, as Joey says (on "Friends"), it's a moo point. HAHAHAHAHA. You changed it already.
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Ha ha, yep, it surely is, LOL! :D
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Got it, and thanks!
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Most welcome. :)
Comment from A Jesterstear
It could only be you Dean... I found this to be a very well written piece of work. The language used was clever, middle to upper class English which gave the narrator a very convincing voice. I have been the recipient of many unexplained experiences in the past and a very good friend of mine is one of the worlds best read authorities on the supernatural. If you ever suspect someone has cast a spell on you, write their name backwards in a mirror. The spell will be returned to sender. And of course the moral to the story. You hit the nail on the head there my friend. Great write AJ.
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2014
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It could only be you Dean... I found this to be a very well written piece of work. The language used was clever, middle to upper class English which gave the narrator a very convincing voice. I have been the recipient of many unexplained experiences in the past and a very good friend of mine is one of the worlds best read authorities on the supernatural. If you ever suspect someone has cast a spell on you, write their name backwards in a mirror. The spell will be returned to sender. And of course the moral to the story. You hit the nail on the head there my friend. Great write AJ.
Comment Written 21-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2014
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I must remain anonymous for now, A Jesterstear. However, whoever I am, I do appreciate your kind comments, and exceptional rating. I'm very glad that you enjoyed reading the story.
Comment from seaglass
This is a truly interesting short story. the author's notes are interesting as well. The piece is well written and easy to understand. The characters are well defined and realistic. Perhaps because gypsies fascinate me, I would read more of the same subject by same author, if more was written.
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2014
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This is a truly interesting short story. the author's notes are interesting as well. The piece is well written and easy to understand. The characters are well defined and realistic. Perhaps because gypsies fascinate me, I would read more of the same subject by same author, if more was written.
Comment Written 21-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2014
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Thanks very much, seaglass, and the gypsies, their heritage, and rich culture have always held a fascination for me as well.
I truly appreciate the excellent feedback, as well as the exceptional rating, my friend.
Comment from JM
First, thank you for the author's notes. I am familiar with the "evil eye". It is a popular superstition. My friend had her baby wear what looked like a polished shiny dark stone, resembling an eye. It was like a necklace made of a leather thong. Supposedly this is to wear off the evil eye. I enjoyed your story. You captured my interest from the start. I liked the sequence of the story and the ending was especially unexpected. Good job.
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2014
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First, thank you for the author's notes. I am familiar with the "evil eye". It is a popular superstition. My friend had her baby wear what looked like a polished shiny dark stone, resembling an eye. It was like a necklace made of a leather thong. Supposedly this is to wear off the evil eye. I enjoyed your story. You captured my interest from the start. I liked the sequence of the story and the ending was especially unexpected. Good job.
Comment Written 21-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2014
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Thank so much for taking the time to read and review it for me, JM. I especially appreciate your comment on the ending, as some have told me the ending was far too predictable. I appreciate the excellent feedback, my friend.
Comment from barbara.wilkey
Very interesting. This post captured me from the beginning and didn't let go at the end. I wanted more. Good job. I with you the best of luck with the contest.
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2014
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Very interesting. This post captured me from the beginning and didn't let go at the end. I wanted more. Good job. I with you the best of luck with the contest.
Comment Written 21-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2014
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Thank you very much, Barbara. I wanted to created a horror story with no swearing, sex or excessive violence, and a good moral message. By the way it is doing in the voting, perhaps I should have rethought that position. In any event, I am glad that you enjoyed it, and I appreciate the encouraging review.
Comment from Jacqueline M Franklin
Hi,
What a good read. Love the formatting, and the artwork/photos throughout as well. This work is clearly presented and a fast read.
Well done. Good luck in the contest.
Cheers & Blessings
Keep Smilin'... Jax
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2014
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Hi,
What a good read. Love the formatting, and the artwork/photos throughout as well. This work is clearly presented and a fast read.
Well done. Good luck in the contest.
Cheers & Blessings
Keep Smilin'... Jax
Comment Written 21-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2014
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Thank you very much, Jax. I tried to create a well told horror tale with no blood and guts or sex, no swearing or excessive violence, and a good moral message. But, based on the way it is doing in the voting booth, I probably should have stuck to my usual formula. Still, I thank you for your excellent review and kind comments just the same.
Comment from Ric Myworld
Well written and entertaining from beginning to end, this story kept me on edge, wondering what would happen next. Wanting to be the best people we can should always be a goal with it's own incentives, but your story might prod us to another level of understanding. Great job. :-)
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2014
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Well written and entertaining from beginning to end, this story kept me on edge, wondering what would happen next. Wanting to be the best people we can should always be a goal with it's own incentives, but your story might prod us to another level of understanding. Great job. :-)
Comment Written 21-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2014
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Thank so much, Ric. I'm glad you enjoyed the story and its message, my friend. I appreciate it.
Comment from Andrewajgblue
I really enjoyed this story it was like a Stephen king short story, I'm very careful when I get on the train now, just in case, excellent storytelling that captures the imagination, well done,
Andrew
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2014
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I really enjoyed this story it was like a Stephen king short story, I'm very careful when I get on the train now, just in case, excellent storytelling that captures the imagination, well done,
Andrew
Comment Written 21-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2014
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Thanks so much for the wonderful feedback and excellent rating, Andrew. I really appreciate that, and I'm even more glad that you enjoyed the story.
Comment from billscott
Wow...I expected a shock at the end.
However, you handled this subject exceptionally well.
I posted a story on FS about a pedophile priest with a similar outcome.
How is it that parallel subject matter surfaces among fellow writers?
Very intriguing.
Forgiveness and kindness, there is not enough of either in the world.
Your story gives new life to fresh promotion.
Waving that banner with you!
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2014
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Wow...I expected a shock at the end.
However, you handled this subject exceptionally well.
I posted a story on FS about a pedophile priest with a similar outcome.
How is it that parallel subject matter surfaces among fellow writers?
Very intriguing.
Forgiveness and kindness, there is not enough of either in the world.
Your story gives new life to fresh promotion.
Waving that banner with you!
Comment Written 21-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2014
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Thank you so much for the kind comments and stellar rating, Bill. You're absolutely right, this ole world would be so much nicer if people could only learn to forgive more often. What is the name of your story about the pedophile priest called. I'd very much like to read it.
Thanks again for the review and for your support. It is always a great pleasure to get your opinions and insight.
Comment from NicciFaye
....I don't know how you do it. But I love it Dean. Always the signtuare Dean style of horror that I love so much. Another creative and hellish masterpiece!
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2014
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....I don't know how you do it. But I love it Dean. Always the signtuare Dean style of horror that I love so much. Another creative and hellish masterpiece!
Comment Written 21-Jul-2014
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2014
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Thanks so much, Nicci, I've always valued your opinion and appreciated your support. It means a great deal to me.