Comment from AnnsHoney

Exceptional

Fantastic job, I always love the way you can tell a story and the way you use your words. It is well written and easy to read, and touching, Very good, R

 Comment Written 12-Jun-2010

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reply by the author on 12-Jun-2010

Thanks you. I can always depend on your unfailing support! I appreciate you. ann

Comment from cheyennewy

Excellent

Hi Annmuma,

This is a beautiful story and one that is difficult to read with a dry eye. It is a wonderful thing for a child to know they have parents who love each other. In a time when divorce is so common the love your parents had for each other is rare. I can't help but wonder why your mom died at such an early age. You wrote this very well and I wish you the best of luck in the contest. Blessings, chey

 Comment Written 12-Jun-2010

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reply by the author on 12-Jun-2010

My mom suffered from a congenital heart defect which caused her to suffer from hypertension. In 1945, when my younger brother was born, she was told she probably would not live through menapause without a valve transplant. In 1945, her chances for survival in Alexandria, Louisiana were 50-50. She felt she had another eleven to thirteen years if she didn't have the surgery. She took the 11 years. If it were today, it would have been so simple, but then by the time - 9 years in -- that she thought the risk was worth it, her kidneys and the other organs were badly damaged and made her survival chances be less. Anyway, I was greatly blessed to have had her and my dad in my life. Thanks for reading and commenting. ann

Comment from patmedium

Excellent

What a wonderful man. What a wonderful woman. What a lucky child you were to be shown such pride and such love. Beautifully written. perfectly described. Pat. xx

 Comment Written 12-Jun-2010

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reply by the author on 12-Jun-2010

Thanks so much. I always enjoy your reviews, and I've missed reading your posts lately. Life has gotten in the way of fanstory fun!!! ann

reply by patmedium on 13-Jun-2010

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Comment from Shirley B

Excellent

Your Dad sounds like a wonderful man. Now you realize, he was taking those naps for her and not because he was tired. If only we could go back in time and realize how smart our parents were back then. Thank you for sharing this very heartwarming story and your family picture. Thank you for joining my contest. Best of luck to you in the contest, Shirley

 Comment Written 12-Jun-2010

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reply by the author on 12-Jun-2010

Thanks so much for a generous and kind review. My parents were good people and I learned a lot from just watching them. I love your contest. ann

reply by Shirley B on 12-Jun-2010

Thank you so much for joining. We are both so lucky for having good parents, Shirley

Comment from harleyangelbrat

Excellent

This is such a beautiful tribute to your dad and your mom. It is obvious that there was a lot of love there. It is expressive and descriptive which makes for a great read. I really enjoyed reading this very much. It is an excellent read. God bless you!

 Comment Written 12-Jun-2010

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reply by the author on 12-Jun-2010

Thanks so much for reading and leaving such generous comments. I appreciate it. ann

reply by harleyangelbrat on 12-Jun-2010

You are very welcome, Ann. I hope you have a blessed day. Marilyn

Comment from dportwood

Excellent

Annmuma,

Thanks for posting this human interest story that is so tender and touching. Your father handled his life and heartbreak very wisely. Good story and good luck.

Duane

 Comment Written 12-Jun-2010

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reply by the author on 12-Jun-2010

Thanks so much for reading and for commenting. I appreciate those good luck wishes. There are some great entries in this contest. ann

Comment from K. L. Bauman

Exceptional

I didn't really pay attention to anything technical, but this story was very touching and well written. Sometimes, I think real life experiences help us write our best! I admire both your parents' courage, and yours as well. Keep writing!

 Comment Written 12-Jun-2010

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reply by the author on 12-Jun-2010

WOW SIX SHINY STARS! You've made my day. I so appreciate your generosity in this rating. I'm glad you enjoyed my story. ann

Comment from bluedragon776

Excellent

I got the point immediately. Your dad was very insightful. He allowed your mom to be herself and didn't take anything from her, even something as mundane and making the coffee, was important to her. I am sure your mom really appreciated having such a great, understanding partner. He realized that treating her like she had a disease--like a fragile glass creature--would have been worse for your mom. Instead he was just considerate and supportive. Good Luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 12-Jun-2010

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reply by the author on 12-Jun-2010

Thanks so much for your generous review. I couldn't see Daddy's insighfulness then, but it became clear as I grew older. I learned a lot just from watching. I appreciate your time in reading and leaving your thoughts. ann

Comment from DrJane

Excellent

This story is so touching. What a dear, sensitive man your father was! I know you treasure the wonderful memories you have of both of them. Beautiful work.
Blessings,
Jane Westerfield

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 Comment Written 12-Jun-2010

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reply by the author on 12-Jun-2010

I do indeed treasure the memories of my parents. I learned so much from watching them. I appreciate your time in reading and commenting. ann

Comment from Alexandra.Obreja

Excellent

Hi Ann,

I think this is one of those beautiful autobiographical stories you hear from time to time that melt your heart.

I sincerely wish you all the best in the competition.
This is a teriffic entry!

Have a wonderful day!
Alex

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 Comment Written 12-Jun-2010

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reply by the author on 12-Jun-2010

Thanks so much. I really appreciate those good luck wishes. The competition is stiff with some really great stories. I'm glad you enjoyed mine. ann