Where were you when ...
A recollection of historical events17 total reviews
Comment from Southern Writer
I have started several times writing an essay like this. I can remember where I was at each of these events. Of course, being here in louisiana, we, also, make references to the hurricanes, such as Karina.
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2010
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I have started several times writing an essay like this. I can remember where I was at each of these events. Of course, being here in louisiana, we, also, make references to the hurricanes, such as Karina.
Comment Written 21-Sep-2010
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2010
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Southern.... this came to mind just recently with the 9-11 anniversary. Si I put something together. Please write yours, I would like to read it. Thank you for taking the time to read and review mine. John
Comment from Mastery
Hi, jmdg..(sorry..Forgot your real name) This is a very interesting piece. Well-written and informative. I believe we have a tendency to forget the tragedy's we've witnessed because our minds don't want to remember. If that makes sense. But when we do...we Remember vividly. Good job. Bob
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2010
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Hi, jmdg..(sorry..Forgot your real name) This is a very interesting piece. Well-written and informative. I believe we have a tendency to forget the tragedy's we've witnessed because our minds don't want to remember. If that makes sense. But when we do...we Remember vividly. Good job. Bob
Comment Written 21-Sep-2010
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2010
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Thank you Bob for thaking the time to read and for the fine commentary. John
Comment from Nicky B
Interesting recollections here. I also remember when John Lennon got shot and Princess Dianna was killed in a car crash. The world just seems to stop and reexamine its self when such traumatic incidents occur. Nick.
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2010
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Interesting recollections here. I also remember when John Lennon got shot and Princess Dianna was killed in a car crash. The world just seems to stop and reexamine its self when such traumatic incidents occur. Nick.
Comment Written 21-Sep-2010
reply by the author on 21-Sep-2010
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Nicky B... there are so many tragedies that could be written about. I just picked a few that were most memorable to me. Thank you for taking the time to read and comment, I appreciate it very much. John
Comment from InterestingRon
A really intriguing essay. It's also interesting to consider how long these events remain in the public domain. There was a time when just about everybody could tell you what they were doing when Kennedy was shot. But many of those people are now dead, and do those who follow dwell on these older events today? Thank you for giving me much food for thought. Ron
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2010
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A really intriguing essay. It's also interesting to consider how long these events remain in the public domain. There was a time when just about everybody could tell you what they were doing when Kennedy was shot. But many of those people are now dead, and do those who follow dwell on these older events today? Thank you for giving me much food for thought. Ron
Comment Written 20-Sep-2010
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2010
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Ron, thank you for readind and reviewing. John
Comment from bowls
That was a really intense piece of writing. I guess most of your readers go back to their own recollections of these events when they read this essay and re-live their feelings and reactions. I know I did. Although I'm not an American, my world, too, was greatly impacted by these events. Thanks for sharing your experiences.
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2010
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That was a really intense piece of writing. I guess most of your readers go back to their own recollections of these events when they read this essay and re-live their feelings and reactions. I know I did. Although I'm not an American, my world, too, was greatly impacted by these events. Thanks for sharing your experiences.
Comment Written 19-Sep-2010
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2010
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bowls, sorry I have not responded sooner but I have bben busy with work. Thanks for reading and commenting, maybe you will write an essay with this theme from the country you are from. John
Comment from Rama Rao
A fine piece of recollection of historic events which changed the course of your country. I think you could have included Obama's speech in Chicago after he was elected in these events.
Incidentally I was in Florida and watching TV on 9/11 and watched the entire action LIVE. It remains etched permanently in my memory.
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2010
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A fine piece of recollection of historic events which changed the course of your country. I think you could have included Obama's speech in Chicago after he was elected in these events.
Incidentally I was in Florida and watching TV on 9/11 and watched the entire action LIVE. It remains etched permanently in my memory.
Comment Written 19-Sep-2010
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2010
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Ramarao... 9-11 was to vivid for me to ever forget. Thanks for taking the time to read and comment. John
Comment from Joe Hudson
Loved it! A nice walk down memory lane and the milestones that made our lives. Well written...I found nothing to critique. Great job!
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2010
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Loved it! A nice walk down memory lane and the milestones that made our lives. Well written...I found nothing to critique. Great job!
Comment Written 19-Sep-2010
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2010
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Thank you for the fine critique on a difficult subject. I certainly appreciate your input at all times. John
Comment from Meshe Nair
Excellent essay on rememberances. I wasn't born when President Kennedy's death took place. I was waiting to be called for interview when 9/11 took place. The interview didn't take place, nor I got the job. It is true we only remember when it involves death.
Thanks for the great read.
Meshe Nair
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2010
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Excellent essay on rememberances. I wasn't born when President Kennedy's death took place. I was waiting to be called for interview when 9/11 took place. The interview didn't take place, nor I got the job. It is true we only remember when it involves death.
Thanks for the great read.
Meshe Nair
Comment Written 19-Sep-2010
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2010
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Meshe, you were in the WTC on the day of 9-11?
Thank you for reading and commenting, I appreciate it and soryy for taking so long to respond. John
Comment from Shirley McLain
Excellent writing about three times in our lives that i am sure each of us will never forget. That old addage "by the grace of God go I," is really appropriate in this day and time. You deserve the six...
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2010
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Excellent writing about three times in our lives that i am sure each of us will never forget. That old addage "by the grace of God go I," is really appropriate in this day and time. You deserve the six...
Comment Written 19-Sep-2010
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2010
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Texasgal... sorry for taking so long to respond, but I have been busy with work. WOW, thank you so very much for the 6star rating and for taking the time to read this piece. John
Comment from BethShelby
This is an excellent essay. I remember where I was on all of those occasions except for the hockey team thing. I'm not that into sports. You are also right about us remembering things better when there is a death involved. The moon landing is the only exception in my case when something bad didn't happen.
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2010
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This is an excellent essay. I remember where I was on all of those occasions except for the hockey team thing. I'm not that into sports. You are also right about us remembering things better when there is a death involved. The moon landing is the only exception in my case when something bad didn't happen.
Comment Written 19-Sep-2010
reply by the author on 22-Sep-2010
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Beth, thank you for your interest in my writing, I appreciate your time and commentary. John