Contest Entry and Winners
Viewing comments for Chapter 14 "Sealed With A Kiss"Short Stories
17 total reviews
Comment from pome lover
that's a wonderful story, Carol - happy event - dancing grandchildren,
your wedding to the love of your life, to make your mother happy - in the midst of much sadness.
I'm so sorry you're having to go through so much.
Katharine
reply by the author on 28-Oct-2021
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that's a wonderful story, Carol - happy event - dancing grandchildren,
your wedding to the love of your life, to make your mother happy - in the midst of much sadness.
I'm so sorry you're having to go through so much.
Katharine
Comment Written 25-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 28-Oct-2021
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Thanks so much for the review and for enjoying my story. I always appreciate the support..
Hugs, Carol
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and to you!
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
That was so lovely, Carol, it brought tears to my eyes. I'm so pleased you have that lovely day. You're right, it is just a piece of paper, and doesn't mean a jot compared to the words said between you over the previous twinty years. Those were the sacred words of love that you lived on a daily basis. This is a well deserved win, my friend. I'm sorry I didn't catch it before, I've been up and down with cronic back pain. I can't stay on here for long now. Well done, my dear friend. Love and hugs. Sandra xxx
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2021
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That was so lovely, Carol, it brought tears to my eyes. I'm so pleased you have that lovely day. You're right, it is just a piece of paper, and doesn't mean a jot compared to the words said between you over the previous twinty years. Those were the sacred words of love that you lived on a daily basis. This is a well deserved win, my friend. I'm sorry I didn't catch it before, I've been up and down with cronic back pain. I can't stay on here for long now. Well done, my dear friend. Love and hugs. Sandra xxx
Comment Written 08-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2021
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How's the back doing, my friend? I can relate to that type of pain and it's definitely not any fun.
Thanks for reading about "our day". I was happy for so many reasons but especially for make moments my mom, Mike and I will never forget.
Hugs, Carol
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The back is in one of its long term pains, but I'm hopefully going to get it sorted by the specialist soon. Thanks for asking, my sweet friend. :))
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Please take care... I can't hold your hand in person, but know that I do in my thoughts and in my heart. Smiles and hugs, Carol
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Bless your lovely heart, thank you. Love you lots. xxx
Comment from Mary Kay Bonfante
Bravo! What a beautiful, spectacular wedding story. You have narrated it with such personal flair, and such obvious love for your husband, that it touches my heart and brings a smile to my face. I'm sure it warmed the heart of everyone in attendance, and it's sweet that you also gave your mother her dying wish --although it would have been much better if she wasn't dying, and if you hadn't had to endure so many losses in your family. That had to be so painful.
Thanks for sharing all of this, including your very upbeat wedding song. I can send you instructions for putting the video into the Notes, but I would need your email address; the last time I tried to give someone instructions in a review reply, the actual video appeared there -- definitely not what we would want! Just let me know, and if you would like that, just pm me your private email; I don't think I have it.
Thanks for sharing this wonderful story with us!
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2021
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Bravo! What a beautiful, spectacular wedding story. You have narrated it with such personal flair, and such obvious love for your husband, that it touches my heart and brings a smile to my face. I'm sure it warmed the heart of everyone in attendance, and it's sweet that you also gave your mother her dying wish --although it would have been much better if she wasn't dying, and if you hadn't had to endure so many losses in your family. That had to be so painful.
Thanks for sharing all of this, including your very upbeat wedding song. I can send you instructions for putting the video into the Notes, but I would need your email address; the last time I tried to give someone instructions in a review reply, the actual video appeared there -- definitely not what we would want! Just let me know, and if you would like that, just pm me your private email; I don't think I have it.
Thanks for sharing this wonderful story with us!
Comment Written 05-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2021
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Hello - Mary Kay, Thanks for the kind review that I am so late in responding to, of course. Life isn't being to kind at the moment and I am dragging. I appreciate you offer to help with the video...
topflt4@aol.com or pm on fanstory
Thanks! Carol
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
This is a heartfelt story of your wedding day that you thought would never happen and when it did there was abundant joy in you both, I really enjoyed this and hope your marriage is a long one, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 05-Oct-2021
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This is a heartfelt story of your wedding day that you thought would never happen and when it did there was abundant joy in you both, I really enjoyed this and hope your marriage is a long one, love Dolly x
Comment Written 05-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 05-Oct-2021
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Thank you, Dolly. Unfortunately, my husband and I only were able to share two anniversaries together before he passed, but we made the most of the time we had. Thank you for your kind thoughts.
Have a great day!
Comment from lyenochka
Wonderful story! And it makes sense that the joy and thrill of making that love known to all there gave extra power and strength to the Man of the Hour. What a beautiful memory! Best wishes in the contest!
reply by the author on 05-Oct-2021
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Wonderful story! And it makes sense that the joy and thrill of making that love known to all there gave extra power and strength to the Man of the Hour. What a beautiful memory! Best wishes in the contest!
Comment Written 04-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 05-Oct-2021
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Thank you, Helen. I wish we would have had more time together but I am deeply thankful for what we had. Thank you for your kind review.
Have a great day!
Comment from Mary Shifman
This is a lovely, romantic story and a poignant one. I don't know if it's real or fiction, but it reads as if it is a retelling of a heartfelt experience that is still resonating in the soul. Extremely well done. Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 05-Oct-2021
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This is a lovely, romantic story and a poignant one. I don't know if it's real or fiction, but it reads as if it is a retelling of a heartfelt experience that is still resonating in the soul. Extremely well done. Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 04-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 05-Oct-2021
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It's a true story and unfortunately we only had two years before my husband passed, but the memories will always live on.
Thank you for the review and kind words. have a great day!
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You are very welcome.
Comment from barbara.wilkey
I am so happy I found this contest entry. I loved reading it. I just shared in your happiness. Thank you for sharing and good luck.
What bothered me was discovering that my family was slipping away right before my eyes, (you can omit 'that' it's an extra word.)
reply by the author on 05-Oct-2021
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I am so happy I found this contest entry. I loved reading it. I just shared in your happiness. Thank you for sharing and good luck.
What bothered me was discovering that my family was slipping away right before my eyes, (you can omit 'that' it's an extra word.)
Comment Written 04-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 05-Oct-2021
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Of course I can omit "that"...LOL
Thank you for discovering my story and for enjoying it. It brought back great memories and I felt good too.
Have a great day!
Comment from Pam (respa)
-You wrote a very good story
that came straight from your heart.
-I am sorry for all of the losses
in your family.
-I like how you open your story.
-I am also sorry for the many
losses in your family; that
had to have been extremely
difficult, but it also gave you
a different way of looking at things.
-It was wonderful that you and
your husband could honor your
mother's request.
-You describe your wedding very well
with vivid images that allow us to picture it.
-I especially like your "wheelbarrows of sand."
-When I saw that Pharrell Williams honored
you with his song, I thought, "Wow, that was
amazing!" I like how you mention it was
by his recording after that. It is a really
good 'feel good' song.
-I also like how you danced your way
to the man of the hour!
-A very good ending to your story
in more ways than one.
-This is an excellent entry and
very well written; good luck in the contest.
-When I know who you are, I'll give
you information about the video.
reply by the author on 05-Oct-2021
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-You wrote a very good story
that came straight from your heart.
-I am sorry for all of the losses
in your family.
-I like how you open your story.
-I am also sorry for the many
losses in your family; that
had to have been extremely
difficult, but it also gave you
a different way of looking at things.
-It was wonderful that you and
your husband could honor your
mother's request.
-You describe your wedding very well
with vivid images that allow us to picture it.
-I especially like your "wheelbarrows of sand."
-When I saw that Pharrell Williams honored
you with his song, I thought, "Wow, that was
amazing!" I like how you mention it was
by his recording after that. It is a really
good 'feel good' song.
-I also like how you danced your way
to the man of the hour!
-A very good ending to your story
in more ways than one.
-This is an excellent entry and
very well written; good luck in the contest.
-When I know who you are, I'll give
you information about the video.
Comment Written 04-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 05-Oct-2021
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Thank you so much for the kind and beautiful review. It was a very special moment and the memories will always live in my heart. Unfortunately, we had less than two years before he passed, but I wouldn't trade those days for anything.
Have a great day!
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You are very welcome and deserving of the review. I am glad you are doing well in the contest, too. I am sure you made a big difference in his life, knowing he was well loved. I look forward to knowing who you are. You have a great day, too!
Comment from jenintorre
I really enjoyed reading your story. You certainly deservehappiness after all that you have suffered in the past. I think the song 'Happy' is the best song ever written.
Good luck in the comletition. All the best. Jen.
reply by the author on 05-Oct-2021
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I really enjoyed reading your story. You certainly deservehappiness after all that you have suffered in the past. I think the song 'Happy' is the best song ever written.
Good luck in the comletition. All the best. Jen.
Comment Written 04-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 05-Oct-2021
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Thanks, Jen... Unfortunately my husband and I only shared two years before he passed away and my mom lived 6 months. But the memories are priceless.
Have a great day!
Comment from Wendy G
What a beautiful story of love - and the things one does for love. A piece of paper, yes, but it was very meaningful to your mother. A burgundy suit ... Such a well written story, very emotional, reaches the heart. Best wishes for your entry in the contest.
Wendy
reply by the author on 05-Oct-2021
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What a beautiful story of love - and the things one does for love. A piece of paper, yes, but it was very meaningful to your mother. A burgundy suit ... Such a well written story, very emotional, reaches the heart. Best wishes for your entry in the contest.
Wendy
Comment Written 04-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 05-Oct-2021
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A black suit with a burgundy shirt....LOL My mom lived six months and my husband two years, but the memories live forever.
Have a great day!