Grandpa T.
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Comment from judiverse
This is indeed a powerful story that engaged the reader throughout. Everything comes together perfectly, with no distractions. You suggest that sometimes people have to suspend their disbelief and like Aggie realize that Grandpa was with Quint in spirit as he was competing in the swimming meet. Aggie has the photos with the blue orb over Quint's head to make her a believer. I think she was right to keep that information just between her and her brother. I'm glad I've got a six-star rating remaining. judi
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2012
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This is indeed a powerful story that engaged the reader throughout. Everything comes together perfectly, with no distractions. You suggest that sometimes people have to suspend their disbelief and like Aggie realize that Grandpa was with Quint in spirit as he was competing in the swimming meet. Aggie has the photos with the blue orb over Quint's head to make her a believer. I think she was right to keep that information just between her and her brother. I'm glad I've got a six-star rating remaining. judi
Comment Written 31-Jul-2012
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2012
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Judi, thank you so very much for your wonderful words of support for the story. That means so much to me... you know how I value your insights. And thank you much, my friend, for the so-generous stars. Warmest regards, Bev
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You're so welcome, Bev. judi
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:0) xxx
Comment from Cumbrianlass
I see spiritual fiction from you, and I think "YES!" You rock at this stuff. Sure enough, you suck the reader in right away. : o)
But I got the impression they were going to wait until morning to talk with Grampa's - should this be Grandpa?
I regret my promise not to involve mom. "Obviously you fell asleep and had a dream, Quint. It's a classic example of wish-fulfillment." - AHA! I'm familiar with THAT concept.
My cat, Clarice, suddenly sits up from a dead sleep, arches her back and hisses in the direction of my bedroom doorway. I juggle the phone in one hand and reach to calm her, but she won't let me touch her.- Okay. I have to tell you. Just as I read this bit, my bloody phone rang. I jumped so high, said a very bad word and almost peed my pants. Still have goose-bumps.
It was my son, if you're wondering.
Cars line both sides of the street in front of my parent()'s house.
Wow.
Wow.
Wow.
This was just fabulous, Bev. You KNOW I believe in this stuff. I KNOW you do.
Excellent read. Thoroughly enjoyed it. No sixes for you, I'm afraid.
BUT... Love ya!
Av
xxx
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2012
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I see spiritual fiction from you, and I think "YES!" You rock at this stuff. Sure enough, you suck the reader in right away. : o)
But I got the impression they were going to wait until morning to talk with Grampa's - should this be Grandpa?
I regret my promise not to involve mom. "Obviously you fell asleep and had a dream, Quint. It's a classic example of wish-fulfillment." - AHA! I'm familiar with THAT concept.
My cat, Clarice, suddenly sits up from a dead sleep, arches her back and hisses in the direction of my bedroom doorway. I juggle the phone in one hand and reach to calm her, but she won't let me touch her.- Okay. I have to tell you. Just as I read this bit, my bloody phone rang. I jumped so high, said a very bad word and almost peed my pants. Still have goose-bumps.
It was my son, if you're wondering.
Cars line both sides of the street in front of my parent()'s house.
Wow.
Wow.
Wow.
This was just fabulous, Bev. You KNOW I believe in this stuff. I KNOW you do.
Excellent read. Thoroughly enjoyed it. No sixes for you, I'm afraid.
BUT... Love ya!
Av
xxx
Comment Written 31-Jul-2012
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2012
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Av, thank you so very much for this awesome review! I'm so happy you liked the story. Yes, we've reason to believe don't we? Love your words of support, and the SPAG alert LOL. Your support means so very much to me. The virtual six is icing on the cake. Love ya, Bev
Comment from Margaret Snowdon
I so enjoyed this, Bev - such a
touching, heart-felt story, which
was a real pleasure to read. Still
can't give you a six.
I have a very open mind about such things,
and have experienced a couple of things in
life that have kept me believing.
Margaret
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2012
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I so enjoyed this, Bev - such a
touching, heart-felt story, which
was a real pleasure to read. Still
can't give you a six.
I have a very open mind about such things,
and have experienced a couple of things in
life that have kept me believing.
Margaret
Comment Written 31-Jul-2012
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2012
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Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Margaret. Just knowing you enjoyed the story is enough for me! Yes, there's so much we don't understand - yet. Warmest regards, Bev
Comment from Patrick G Cox
Hi Bev,
Interesting story, I can sympathise with the brother. After an experience like that you don't need a smartass sister giving you the psychobabble.
Good dialogue, great narrative.
Patrick
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2012
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Hi Bev,
Interesting story, I can sympathise with the brother. After an experience like that you don't need a smartass sister giving you the psychobabble.
Good dialogue, great narrative.
Patrick
Comment Written 31-Jul-2012
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2012
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Thanks so much, Patrick. I sure appreciate your generous review and support for the write! Warmest regards, Bev
Comment from Scarbrems
I loved this sweet and simple story. So glad his grandpa was with him at the end. Just one nit:
"even when we don't Quint" - add comma before Quint.
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2012
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I loved this sweet and simple story. So glad his grandpa was with him at the end. Just one nit:
"even when we don't Quint" - add comma before Quint.
Comment Written 31-Jul-2012
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2012
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Thank you so much, emsey. I really appreciate your generous review and help with the SPAG. Warm regards, Bev
Comment from ennahanid
How on earth could I not love this when I so believe in this sort of thing. Great voices and telling, put a big old contented smile on my face because fiction or not - I am a believer. Thank you so much for the entertainment this morning, absolutely a top draw read - Dinah
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2012
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How on earth could I not love this when I so believe in this sort of thing. Great voices and telling, put a big old contented smile on my face because fiction or not - I am a believer. Thank you so much for the entertainment this morning, absolutely a top draw read - Dinah
Comment Written 31-Jul-2012
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2012
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Thank you so much, Dinah. I so honored by this lovely and supportive review! How sweet that I could make you smile. Thanks for that! Hugs, Bev
Comment from CassMarie
I really enjoyed reading this. I think that your emotion is what stands out the most. You make the reader feel things, which I really admire.
Thanks for sharing,
Cass
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2012
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I really enjoyed reading this. I think that your emotion is what stands out the most. You make the reader feel things, which I really admire.
Thanks for sharing,
Cass
Comment Written 31-Jul-2012
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2012
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Hi, Cass. Thank you very much for taking time to read and support my story. Your words really mean a lot to me, and I am very grateful for your generous review. Warmest regards, Bev
Comment from God's Writer
What a tremendous story, sad but excellent. You brought me back to things I had blocked out of my mind for years. It is good though, they need to be processed. I will recommend this piece to other readers. Thank you for the internal release and the honor of reading this beautiful story.
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2012
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What a tremendous story, sad but excellent. You brought me back to things I had blocked out of my mind for years. It is good though, they need to be processed. I will recommend this piece to other readers. Thank you for the internal release and the honor of reading this beautiful story.
Comment Written 31-Jul-2012
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2012
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Erick, thank you so much for your excellent and supportive review. I'm honored if something in my story touched a chord in you. Hope you are well! Blessings, Bev
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No, but I am fighting through it. I am not giving anyone the satisfaction of seeing me miserable just because they are.
Shalom little one,Erick
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Good, sounds like you are in warrior mode. Sometimes that's what it takes. Xxx Bev
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I am a survivor.
Comment from AprilShower
What a special story, Bev. Who knows? Maybe this could very well happen. However, I bet once we transfer over to the spirit world, we probably won't even want to return to this an imperfect world with its competitiveness.
From our human perspective, though, this is a wonderful story. Love it. :o)
April
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2012
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What a special story, Bev. Who knows? Maybe this could very well happen. However, I bet once we transfer over to the spirit world, we probably won't even want to return to this an imperfect world with its competitiveness.
From our human perspective, though, this is a wonderful story. Love it. :o)
April
Comment Written 31-Jul-2012
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2012
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Thank you so much, April. You make a very good point! But I think once we've made our transition, we can can come and go, helping where we're allowed. But I certainly can't say that's the way it is for sure! I really apprecate your generous review and support, my friend.
Hugs, Bev
Comment from adewpearl
struggling to accept my Grandfather's transfer - grandfather's - not used as his name in this line
Excellent natural-sounding dialogue that conveys well the emotions of the speakers
my parents's house - parents'
he envelopes me in his arms - envelops
we should show this to mom and dad - Mom and Dad - in this sentence Mom and Dad are used as their names
A wonderfully poignant ending to a well-told story - I really felt the love between this brother and sister, at the end as they laugh but also while he is telling her about seeing Grandfather and she is trying to talk him out of it :-) Brooke
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2012
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struggling to accept my Grandfather's transfer - grandfather's - not used as his name in this line
Excellent natural-sounding dialogue that conveys well the emotions of the speakers
my parents's house - parents'
he envelopes me in his arms - envelops
we should show this to mom and dad - Mom and Dad - in this sentence Mom and Dad are used as their names
A wonderfully poignant ending to a well-told story - I really felt the love between this brother and sister, at the end as they laugh but also while he is telling her about seeing Grandfather and she is trying to talk him out of it :-) Brooke
Comment Written 31-Jul-2012
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2012
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Thank you very much, Brooke, for such a helpful and generous review. I really appreciate the support. Warm regards, Bev