Hell Found Me
My life since my accident15 total reviews
Comment from KayteeF
This has been an excellent insight into how life can change in an unexpected way, and how life's priorities change because of the human need to carry on in some way, to make the best of anything life throws at us.
I would like to congratulate you in your forward looking attitude and can understand where you come from.
It is very difficult to face such changes and you should be commended. Well done.
reply by the author on 10-Dec-2010
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This has been an excellent insight into how life can change in an unexpected way, and how life's priorities change because of the human need to carry on in some way, to make the best of anything life throws at us.
I would like to congratulate you in your forward looking attitude and can understand where you come from.
It is very difficult to face such changes and you should be commended. Well done.
Comment Written 10-Dec-2010
reply by the author on 10-Dec-2010
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Thank you for your review and kind comments. Debbie
Comment from Adama
A great story of self motivation and determination to make the best of a new way of life. Sometimes it takes such an adversity to find purpose and I believe that with your new mindset about what really matters in life, you are destined to find yours. All the very best to you.
reply by the author on 10-Dec-2010
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A great story of self motivation and determination to make the best of a new way of life. Sometimes it takes such an adversity to find purpose and I believe that with your new mindset about what really matters in life, you are destined to find yours. All the very best to you.
Comment Written 10-Dec-2010
reply by the author on 10-Dec-2010
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Thank you for the kind review and comments. Debbie
Comment from Ghosterb
Thank you my friend for sharing this with us. I can only imagine that what you had to go through must of truly been a living hell for awhile. My heart goes out to you, I truly can't imagine having to go through what you did. I think that you are right though, that many blessings have come from it. You seem like a very amazing woman and I'm proud to be able to call you my friend. I loved your story and I think we all can learn a lot from it!
Very nicely done my friend!
reply by the author on 10-Dec-2010
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Thank you my friend for sharing this with us. I can only imagine that what you had to go through must of truly been a living hell for awhile. My heart goes out to you, I truly can't imagine having to go through what you did. I think that you are right though, that many blessings have come from it. You seem like a very amazing woman and I'm proud to be able to call you my friend. I loved your story and I think we all can learn a lot from it!
Very nicely done my friend!
Comment Written 10-Dec-2010
reply by the author on 10-Dec-2010
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Thank you so much for your review and kind comments. I do have a lot to be thankful for! Debbie
Comment from adewpearl
people would notice if I didn't bath - bathe
Deb, this is a most inspiring personal essay. How painful those years must have been following your accident with the infection and all those surgeries. You also convey well how difficult it was to deal with having lost your mobility, your ability to work, and even the motivation for awhile to follow any sort of daily routine. You show in a positive and life-affirming way how you struggled your way out of despair and set up a new routine and found a new appreciation for what is really important in life. Brooke
reply by the author on 10-Dec-2010
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people would notice if I didn't bath - bathe
Deb, this is a most inspiring personal essay. How painful those years must have been following your accident with the infection and all those surgeries. You also convey well how difficult it was to deal with having lost your mobility, your ability to work, and even the motivation for awhile to follow any sort of daily routine. You show in a positive and life-affirming way how you struggled your way out of despair and set up a new routine and found a new appreciation for what is really important in life. Brooke
Comment Written 10-Dec-2010
reply by the author on 10-Dec-2010
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Thank you so much for the review and kind comments. I have a lot to be thankful for! Debbie
Comment from Belinda
Hi, Deb, this is an amazing write, very honest, straightforward and down to earth. I can feel your struggle to rise again, your positive outlook and your optimism. Cheers to your concluding sentence: I am poor in money, but so much richer in other areas that I find my life today is much more satisfying than it was before.
reply by the author on 10-Dec-2010
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Hi, Deb, this is an amazing write, very honest, straightforward and down to earth. I can feel your struggle to rise again, your positive outlook and your optimism. Cheers to your concluding sentence: I am poor in money, but so much richer in other areas that I find my life today is much more satisfying than it was before.
Comment Written 10-Dec-2010
reply by the author on 10-Dec-2010
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Thank you for your kind review. Despite everything that has happened, I do feel blessed to have the life and opportunities I have today. Thanks again! Debbie
Comment from JSway
Hell may have found you first, but strength, hope, and overwhelming peace won in the end. This is a work of such self-exploration that it really gave me pause and made me think. It's an inspiration that touches the heart, and reminds me of the power of the human spirit.
reply by the author on 10-Dec-2010
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Hell may have found you first, but strength, hope, and overwhelming peace won in the end. This is a work of such self-exploration that it really gave me pause and made me think. It's an inspiration that touches the heart, and reminds me of the power of the human spirit.
Comment Written 10-Dec-2010
reply by the author on 10-Dec-2010
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Thank you for your kind review. Despite everything that has happened, I do feel blessed to have the life and opportunities I have today. Thanks again! Debbie
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You're welcome. Wonderful!:)
Comment from N.K. Wagner
And it appears that you've come through your hell beautifully. Writing as well as you do, it might be a good idea to focus on one difficulty you've faced and write a first-hand account of how you coped. There are magazines that pay for this kind of article, and once you're published in one place it becomes easier to sell your work to other editors. You have both practical information to share and hope, as well. Give it a try. A little extra income can't hurt. N.K.
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2010
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And it appears that you've come through your hell beautifully. Writing as well as you do, it might be a good idea to focus on one difficulty you've faced and write a first-hand account of how you coped. There are magazines that pay for this kind of article, and once you're published in one place it becomes easier to sell your work to other editors. You have both practical information to share and hope, as well. Give it a try. A little extra income can't hurt. N.K.
Comment Written 09-Dec-2010
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2010
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I would love to have some of these published, but I'm not sure how to start. Do you send the actual piece with a cover letter? I would love any advice you have on this. Thank you for your kind review. Debbie
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Find a magazine that publishes these kind of articles (Barnes & Noble has a decent newsstand if there scarce near you). Find an address within the masthead (the listing of who does what) or contact them at their web address. Ask for a copy of their submissions guidelines. That will tell you everything you need to know, including how to type it and the name of the person to send it to. Follow those guidelines exactly. They may request a letter with a summary first. Read the magazine and see if they use photos and sidebars (additional information like agencies to contact for assistance in managing disabilities). This will tell you what you need to provide along with your story. You'll get a yes or no, not right now from the editor. Again, follow directions exactly. Be absolutely certain you have no errors in your work before you send it. If you're told not now, find another magazine and try all over again. Keep it up until someone says "yes". Expect to be paid when it's published, (once it took my husband 3 years to see his article after it was accepted, and he had to wait that long to be paid). So immediately find another phase of your recovery to write about and start all over, beginning with the magazines who've rejected your first article. Remember to keep all your communications cordial and business-like, and never mention your financial circumstances. You are a professional pitching your work. That's it. Tell no lies, but offer no information unless it's asked for. Good luck. Nancy
Comment from Jennifer Medley
I thought your story was very heartfelt and meaningful, but I did find a huge amount of grammar errors in this work. You might want to revise to fix those issues. Cheers!
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reply by the author on 09-Dec-2010
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I thought your story was very heartfelt and meaningful, but I did find a huge amount of grammar errors in this work. You might want to revise to fix those issues. Cheers!
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Comment Written 09-Dec-2010
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2010
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Thank you.I'll take a look at the grammar. Debbie
Comment from sibhus
This was a very interesting piece of writing. You opening lines grab my attenion right away and held it throughout the story. It's good to hear that things have improved for you and that you are getting on with your life. Overall this was an excellent entry and good luck in the contest,
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2010
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This was a very interesting piece of writing. You opening lines grab my attenion right away and held it throughout the story. It's good to hear that things have improved for you and that you are getting on with your life. Overall this was an excellent entry and good luck in the contest,
Comment Written 09-Dec-2010
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2010
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Thank you much for the very kind review. All things happen for a reason and going on to make life better for others is a powerful reason! Debbie
Comment from Mustang Patty
A very compelling read, and gives us an insight into the main character - you. Congratulations on fighting back with everything you had in you to get your life back - it may not resemble the life you had prior to the accident, but it IS a life. A few small nits; there are a few spags - 'By the time the doctor and I reached this decision, I was ready as I knew it would reduce the severe pain I was in. It was a scary proposition, but I knew I couldn't go on like I was.' [This sentence seems to be missing words, and it runs on - maybe break it up to give more emphasis and meaning.]
'Routine slowly came back which made my life easier. It also caused me to prioritize in life what is important and what really didn't matter..[] Who cared if I wore the same earrings two days in a row? More likely was that people would notice if I didn't bath [bathe] for two days in a row.'
Good luck in the contest.
~patty~
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2010
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A very compelling read, and gives us an insight into the main character - you. Congratulations on fighting back with everything you had in you to get your life back - it may not resemble the life you had prior to the accident, but it IS a life. A few small nits; there are a few spags - 'By the time the doctor and I reached this decision, I was ready as I knew it would reduce the severe pain I was in. It was a scary proposition, but I knew I couldn't go on like I was.' [This sentence seems to be missing words, and it runs on - maybe break it up to give more emphasis and meaning.]
'Routine slowly came back which made my life easier. It also caused me to prioritize in life what is important and what really didn't matter..[] Who cared if I wore the same earrings two days in a row? More likely was that people would notice if I didn't bath [bathe] for two days in a row.'
Good luck in the contest.
~patty~
Comment Written 08-Dec-2010
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2010
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Thanks for correcting my mistakes. I appreciate it as well as your kind review. If I could ask, What is a spag? In my time we had typos. Thanks so much! Debbie
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SPAG = Spelling and/or grammer errors. I know, having to figure out all this newfangled stuff is complex! ~patty~
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Thank you so much!!! Debbie