Top of the Mountain
Hug them, squeeze them, love them . . . every day.180 total reviews
Comment from RGstar
**********10 STAR WRITE
Oh, dear, BOB, you handled this so gracefully and with such dedication and skill, I found it hard to get to the end with so much admiration for you family and life, as well, as own and how quickly things change.
Such a beautiful write, in the context of things, from your meeting, its importance as well the past of homes, in which I identify.
God bless you all, dear friend.
After reading this it makes you understand and believe in the little things in life, as I have always said.
Bravo, my friend, Bravo.
My wishes to your family.
RG
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2017
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**********10 STAR WRITE
Oh, dear, BOB, you handled this so gracefully and with such dedication and skill, I found it hard to get to the end with so much admiration for you family and life, as well, as own and how quickly things change.
Such a beautiful write, in the context of things, from your meeting, its importance as well the past of homes, in which I identify.
God bless you all, dear friend.
After reading this it makes you understand and believe in the little things in life, as I have always said.
Bravo, my friend, Bravo.
My wishes to your family.
RG
Comment Written 27-Feb-2017
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2017
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Thank you so much, Roy. You are a wonderful human being ...I can tell that very easily. Your heart is showing. May God bless you and yours always. Bob
Comment from RonCraig
Hello Bob,
Maybe we all wondered if Joey was your story, but this is a crushing blow I can't even fathom this kind of loss. The unwarranted months of "What ifs" that would follow this tragedy compounding the loss of your world, a burden I wouldn't wish on anyone. I am so very sorry these were both your stories, Bob,
Ron
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2017
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Hello Bob,
Maybe we all wondered if Joey was your story, but this is a crushing blow I can't even fathom this kind of loss. The unwarranted months of "What ifs" that would follow this tragedy compounding the loss of your world, a burden I wouldn't wish on anyone. I am so very sorry these were both your stories, Bob,
Ron
Comment Written 27-Feb-2017
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2017
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Hi, Ron. Thank you for being you, my friend. You are a true gentleman with a big, big heart. Bless you and yours always. Bob
Comment from c_lucas
Congratulations on your win. One's children can cause heartaches from time to time. This is very well written with a smooth flow of words, making for a very good read.
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2017
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Congratulations on your win. One's children can cause heartaches from time to time. This is very well written with a smooth flow of words, making for a very good read.
Comment Written 27-Feb-2017
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2017
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Thanks so much, Charlie. I trust you are doing okay? Bob
Comment from Sanku
I have no words....
I now understand how you can write with a deep emotional connect.
That top of the mountain must have been too chilly ,ragged full of sharp stones.There is unsaid grief too as I understand that you descended from that mountain top your separate ways..
but yet there was light at the end of the tunnel. your children and your wife must have helped you to come to terms with the great loss,guilt and remorse.
Father Harding's was a a kind of revelation to me.
If there is a rebirth who knows his soul would be near you.Or he would be twinkling at you from the heights of the milky way
Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2017
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I have no words....
I now understand how you can write with a deep emotional connect.
That top of the mountain must have been too chilly ,ragged full of sharp stones.There is unsaid grief too as I understand that you descended from that mountain top your separate ways..
but yet there was light at the end of the tunnel. your children and your wife must have helped you to come to terms with the great loss,guilt and remorse.
Father Harding's was a a kind of revelation to me.
If there is a rebirth who knows his soul would be near you.Or he would be twinkling at you from the heights of the milky way
Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 27-Feb-2017
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2017
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You are so gracious, Sanku. I thank you with all my heart for your kindness and six stars. Bob
Comment from Mabaker
I have tears in my eyes Bob. You are such a wonderful writer and when we look behing the curtain you have drawn ascoss your life I know why.
I don't know what is the answer, withhold their licence until they 21, would that do it? Could that help another family cope when their son is pronouced brain dead. This one has left me shaken, Bob. Sincerely Anne.
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2017
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I have tears in my eyes Bob. You are such a wonderful writer and when we look behing the curtain you have drawn ascoss your life I know why.
I don't know what is the answer, withhold their licence until they 21, would that do it? Could that help another family cope when their son is pronouced brain dead. This one has left me shaken, Bob. Sincerely Anne.
Comment Written 27-Feb-2017
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2017
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Thanks so much, Anne. I appreciate your taking the time to read this and your feelings are appreciated more than you know. Bless you, my friend. XX Bob
Comment from Lu Saluna
I am quite in awe of how you have coped with all of this. The way you grew up, the loss of your son. I am not even going to try and suggest I know how that must feel. I only have heard from others, the pain and loss stay. You and your wife have my deepest, and sincerest condolences, belated as they are.
You are incredibly strong. Your son was a good looking boy.
Blessing to both you and your wife
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2017
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I am quite in awe of how you have coped with all of this. The way you grew up, the loss of your son. I am not even going to try and suggest I know how that must feel. I only have heard from others, the pain and loss stay. You and your wife have my deepest, and sincerest condolences, belated as they are.
You are incredibly strong. Your son was a good looking boy.
Blessing to both you and your wife
Comment Written 27-Feb-2017
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2017
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Thanks so much, Lu. I sincerely appreciate your reading and understanding with sincere care you have expressed here. The old saying. "You do what you gotta do" applies to mym life, I guess. Blessings. Bob
Comment from Marykelly
I am always amazed at the set of circumstances that can lead up to something unexpected and, in this case painfully tragic, happening. The tone of sadness permeates the piece as it should. The story has a beginning, middle, and end that flow seamlessly together and the speaker has a lifetime of sad events ending with this bitter experience. How much can one person bear is underscored in this story, yet the priest's comforting words give some sense of hope for the future.
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2017
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I am always amazed at the set of circumstances that can lead up to something unexpected and, in this case painfully tragic, happening. The tone of sadness permeates the piece as it should. The story has a beginning, middle, and end that flow seamlessly together and the speaker has a lifetime of sad events ending with this bitter experience. How much can one person bear is underscored in this story, yet the priest's comforting words give some sense of hope for the future.
Comment Written 26-Feb-2017
reply by the author on 27-Feb-2017
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Thanks so much, Mary. You are such a sweetheart to understand and express your feelings so well to this writer. Blessings to you and yours always. Bob
Comment from royowen
I don't think there can be anything worse than losing a child, I know the depth of love one has for them, so the corresponding loss must be a very destructive, experience, to pull oneself out of the pit would be seemingly near impossible, I think your minister was wise. I don't think one would truly recover. My sister had to adopt out a little boy when very young, and later lost her 18 mth old son, who died in her arms, suffering from congenital liver failure, she had sought medical help in the US, it obviously failed, it was 12,000 miles from home, well done Bob, excellent biography, blessings, Roy
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2017
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I don't think there can be anything worse than losing a child, I know the depth of love one has for them, so the corresponding loss must be a very destructive, experience, to pull oneself out of the pit would be seemingly near impossible, I think your minister was wise. I don't think one would truly recover. My sister had to adopt out a little boy when very young, and later lost her 18 mth old son, who died in her arms, suffering from congenital liver failure, she had sought medical help in the US, it obviously failed, it was 12,000 miles from home, well done Bob, excellent biography, blessings, Roy
Comment Written 26-Feb-2017
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2017
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Thank you Roy. Blessings. Bob
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Well done.
Comment from boxergirl
What a precious picture, Bob...I know losing Bobby must have left a huge hole in your heart and I understand how this time of year brings back a glimpse of that grief. I am actually working on a song right now about losing someone dear. Hugs for you, dear friend.
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2017
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What a precious picture, Bob...I know losing Bobby must have left a huge hole in your heart and I understand how this time of year brings back a glimpse of that grief. I am actually working on a song right now about losing someone dear. Hugs for you, dear friend.
Comment Written 26-Feb-2017
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2017
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Thanks for your understanding and caring, Karen. I appreciate all you do. Blessings to you and yours. Bob
Comment from light
I read this yesterday, but was too overwhelmed to write a review. There is no way to say I understand because I have not had this horrible experience. I do. However, agree with the suggestion of your priest. Once the worst thing you could imagine happens, you will be able to handle anything.
Be blessed.
Elaine
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2017
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I read this yesterday, but was too overwhelmed to write a review. There is no way to say I understand because I have not had this horrible experience. I do. However, agree with the suggestion of your priest. Once the worst thing you could imagine happens, you will be able to handle anything.
Be blessed.
Elaine
Comment Written 26-Feb-2017
reply by the author on 26-Feb-2017
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Thanks so much for your understanding and caring. The six stars weren't necessary, but appreciated none the less. Blessings. Bob