I Learned from Charlie
Charlie was a School Classmate34 total reviews
Comment from Juliette Chamberlain
I love biographical stories so was drawn to this one.
You really are right insofar as we do tend to paint our own picture of what we assume person/s to be. I recall when I finally realized that my parents were rather more than my parents - they were also individuals with individual personalities, likes and dislikes, strengths and weaknesses, etcetera.
It was in reading this story that I became aware of how so many different people see me in so many different ways, and the same is probably of the way in which I see so many others.
Warmly,
Juliette
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2022
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I love biographical stories so was drawn to this one.
You really are right insofar as we do tend to paint our own picture of what we assume person/s to be. I recall when I finally realized that my parents were rather more than my parents - they were also individuals with individual personalities, likes and dislikes, strengths and weaknesses, etcetera.
It was in reading this story that I became aware of how so many different people see me in so many different ways, and the same is probably of the way in which I see so many others.
Warmly,
Juliette
Comment Written 26-Feb-2022
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2022
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WOW! What a wonderful review capped with those shiny 6 stars. As a fellow author, I'm sure you realize how good the feeling is when someone 'gets' your story. Thanks for reading and for the kind comments.
Comment from Mary Vigasin
A very well-written story about your classmate, Charlie. You summed it up pretty well in that we often know only one facet of a person's life like looking through the wrong end of a telescope. They may never open themselves up to us, or we make assumptions on the little we know of them.
I enjoyed meeting your Charlie.
Good luck in the contest.
Mary
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2022
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A very well-written story about your classmate, Charlie. You summed it up pretty well in that we often know only one facet of a person's life like looking through the wrong end of a telescope. They may never open themselves up to us, or we make assumptions on the little we know of them.
I enjoyed meeting your Charlie.
Good luck in the contest.
Mary
Comment Written 26-Feb-2022
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2022
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Mary, I need that good luck! I've read some of the other entries and the competition pretty stiff. Thanks so much for reading and commenting.
Comment from Jesse James Doty
This story about Charlie was entertaining and enjoyable to read yet I don't understand the lesson you said you learned referring to open-mindedness. Did you have a closed mind when it came to people loving horses? Or what is another characteristic that you hadn't mentioned that helped you to learn to keep an open mind? Charlie sounded like an all-around nice guy to know. I wished I would have kept in touch with some of my classmates in high school so that I would know whatever happened to them. But I didn't. I pride myself on keeping an open mind. I am glad Charlie in some way taught you to do the same.
Thanks for sharing.
Jesse
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2022
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This story about Charlie was entertaining and enjoyable to read yet I don't understand the lesson you said you learned referring to open-mindedness. Did you have a closed mind when it came to people loving horses? Or what is another characteristic that you hadn't mentioned that helped you to learn to keep an open mind? Charlie sounded like an all-around nice guy to know. I wished I would have kept in touch with some of my classmates in high school so that I would know whatever happened to them. But I didn't. I pride myself on keeping an open mind. I am glad Charlie in some way taught you to do the same.
Thanks for sharing.
Jesse
Comment Written 26-Feb-2022
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2022
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My point -- which apparently I did not make very well -- was that my friendship with Charlie was based on 'what I needed' rather than allowing room to enjoy other areas of his life. I was focused on me and my needs, rather than looking for ways to expand and further enjoy our friendship.
I tried to expand that small situation into a larger way of thinking about everything -- i.e. allow room for more than one idea, one way thinking, one set of beliefs, etc. Grow mentally and emotionally by examining what one knows to be true and what one simply believes based on a very limited experience.
Thanks for reading and commenting.
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You're welcome.
Sorry I did not mean to offend in any way I was just inquiring that's all.
Jesse
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Absolutely no offense taken!! I want to know what my readers really think and I appreciate your honesty. It is only via that sort of feedback that I can improve my work. I thank you.
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This is good to hear!
Jesse
Comment from lindafisher
This happens so often that we know so little about people we hav known most of our lives. However it is nice that you were able to meet ul with Charlie before he died.
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2022
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This happens so often that we know so little about people we hav known most of our lives. However it is nice that you were able to meet ul with Charlie before he died.
Comment Written 26-Feb-2022
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2022
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thanks so much for reading and commenting.
Comment from joann r romei
This was a nicely written story about a man named Charlie, it fit the prompt perfectly. I wrote one like this years ago but it was about Charles Charlie Manson
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2022
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This was a nicely written story about a man named Charlie, it fit the prompt perfectly. I wrote one like this years ago but it was about Charles Charlie Manson
Comment Written 25-Feb-2022
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2022
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Interesting. Thanks for your time in reading and commenting.
Comment from the13thpoet
Hello Mystery writer a fantastic Friday to you. I hope this finds you well. I liked your Charlie writing prompt entry, I think you did a good job of telling the story of your friend. The only thing better than learning is teaching. Good job and good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2022
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Hello Mystery writer a fantastic Friday to you. I hope this finds you well. I liked your Charlie writing prompt entry, I think you did a good job of telling the story of your friend. The only thing better than learning is teaching. Good job and good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 25-Feb-2022
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2022
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Thanks so much for reading and commenting.
Comment from Anne Johnston
I enjoyed reading your interesting story about Charlie, very well written.
Your words are very true: " We hear something, we believe it and we add it to our decision-making basis without ever knowing the complete story or realizing the situation has grown and changed." Hope you do well in the contest.
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2022
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I enjoyed reading your interesting story about Charlie, very well written.
Your words are very true: " We hear something, we believe it and we add it to our decision-making basis without ever knowing the complete story or realizing the situation has grown and changed." Hope you do well in the contest.
Comment Written 25-Feb-2022
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2022
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Thanks so much for reading and commenting.
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You are welcome
Comment from Jeff Watkins
I could not find a single error in mechanics. The sentences are lean, the word choice careful and effective. You need to clarify what, specifically, enlightened you. Was it the obituary, your research, both? Was it your last meeting with him? All of the above? You do a better job of explaining your point in your note than in your narrative.
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2022
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I could not find a single error in mechanics. The sentences are lean, the word choice careful and effective. You need to clarify what, specifically, enlightened you. Was it the obituary, your research, both? Was it your last meeting with him? All of the above? You do a better job of explaining your point in your note than in your narrative.
Comment Written 25-Feb-2022
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2022
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Thanks for the 'hints' to better writing. I will take another look at the story to see how I can better convey my point in the narrative, rather than the notes. Thanks for your help.
Comment from BLACKTITANIUM86
Wow. I would have never thought a writer could turn this story into a great write. But you did. Keep Writing. And don't forget to stop by to talk. Stay Connected
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2022
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Wow. I would have never thought a writer could turn this story into a great write. But you did. Keep Writing. And don't forget to stop by to talk. Stay Connected
Comment Written 25-Feb-2022
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2022
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thanks so much for reading and for your kind comments.
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
It is impossible to really know a person, they are a mix of so many facets, that, as you wisely say' we choose the one we know of him and just slot him in that catagory. People can be most surprising if we only took to the time to get to know the rest of the person behind the person we know about. Excellent story, and gave me a lot to think about. Good luck in the contest! :)) Sandra xx
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2022
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It is impossible to really know a person, they are a mix of so many facets, that, as you wisely say' we choose the one we know of him and just slot him in that catagory. People can be most surprising if we only took to the time to get to know the rest of the person behind the person we know about. Excellent story, and gave me a lot to think about. Good luck in the contest! :)) Sandra xx
Comment Written 25-Feb-2022
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2022
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thnks so much for reading and for your kind comments.