Charlotte and Grandma
The young and the old25 total reviews
Comment from pookietoo
You did a great job with this contest. You won. You surprised me when you said Grandma was your dog, Honey. Have a wonderful night. Keep smiling and writing great poems.remember
reply by the author on 01-Nov-2021
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You did a great job with this contest. You won. You surprised me when you said Grandma was your dog, Honey. Have a wonderful night. Keep smiling and writing great poems.remember
Comment Written 01-Nov-2021
reply by the author on 01-Nov-2021
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Thank you very much. What a lovely review you gave, and thank you too for the congratulations. Much appreciated.
Wendy
Comment from Susan Newell
I'm glad to see that this one the contest. Absolutely delightful and I loved the surprise ending. Congratulations on your win. Honey seems like she was a dutiful, loving and responsible Grandma.
reply by the author on 01-Nov-2021
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I'm glad to see that this one the contest. Absolutely delightful and I loved the surprise ending. Congratulations on your win. Honey seems like she was a dutiful, loving and responsible Grandma.
Comment Written 01-Nov-2021
reply by the author on 01-Nov-2021
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Thank you so much for your lovely review and congratulations. Yes, she was an amazing grandma figure, and much loved!
Wendy
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You are welcome, Wendy.
Comment from Kooky Clown
I loved this story and just thought how wonderful the bond between the pair as they both grew older. Then when told that Grandma was a dog it brought a lump to my throat and a tear to my eye such a lovely story, thanks for sharing and congratulations. Kooky
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2021
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I loved this story and just thought how wonderful the bond between the pair as they both grew older. Then when told that Grandma was a dog it brought a lump to my throat and a tear to my eye such a lovely story, thanks for sharing and congratulations. Kooky
Comment Written 31-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2021
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Thank you very much Kooky! What a super review, much appreciated. She was a wonderful old dog, beautiful nature.
Wendy
Comment from LisaMay
Now this is a real story - so pleased for you that it won so impressivley. It is well told; the empathy is beautiful; the childish rituals are described with warmth. I felt it was the family dog when the train tracks were being built - I did that as well when I was little with our family's black labrador Bessie - my equivalent grandma. Your Honey sounded very special.
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2021
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Now this is a real story - so pleased for you that it won so impressivley. It is well told; the empathy is beautiful; the childish rituals are described with warmth. I felt it was the family dog when the train tracks were being built - I did that as well when I was little with our family's black labrador Bessie - my equivalent grandma. Your Honey sounded very special.
Comment Written 31-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 31-Oct-2021
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Thanks so much for your super review and encouragement. Greatly appreciated! Yes, she was an amazing dog, like a gracious old lady, very sweet-natured, and definitely a family member!
Wendy
Comment from Katherine M. (k-11)
This is a great entry for the Family Story (fiction) writing prompt. I never saw the twist at the end coming, and yet it was only to be expected I guess. No human could be that patient and tolerant all the time.
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2021
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This is a great entry for the Family Story (fiction) writing prompt. I never saw the twist at the end coming, and yet it was only to be expected I guess. No human could be that patient and tolerant all the time.
Comment Written 30-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2021
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Lol! Thank you for your delightful review. Greatly appreciated. Honey was a rescue dog, nearly twelve when we got her, and she was so patient, and gentle - and regal, like a grand old lady.
Wendy
Comment from Judy Lawless
What a sweet little girl. The picture matches the story and it's a beautiful one. It's too bad that there are few homes with multi-generational families in them these days. But then, Grandma was the dog? That was a shock. Well done. Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2021
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What a sweet little girl. The picture matches the story and it's a beautiful one. It's too bad that there are few homes with multi-generational families in them these days. But then, Grandma was the dog? That was a shock. Well done. Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 30-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2021
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Thank you so much for the lovely review. Much appreciated. Yes "Grandma" was the very old rescue dog who came to us when she was twelve, who walked and acted like a very regal old lady!
Wendy
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Comment from robyn corum
Wendy,
hahahaha You wicked wretch. You had me from the very first line. As a grandma, myself, I could see all of this playing out - all the fun times and memory-making moments. I AM really glad that sweet Charlotte did not have to deal with the death of a real grandma at such an early age - but the photo album was a great idea.
Super duper piece. I have read all the entries now and you have earned my vote! Good luck!
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2021
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Wendy,
hahahaha You wicked wretch. You had me from the very first line. As a grandma, myself, I could see all of this playing out - all the fun times and memory-making moments. I AM really glad that sweet Charlotte did not have to deal with the death of a real grandma at such an early age - but the photo album was a great idea.
Super duper piece. I have read all the entries now and you have earned my vote! Good luck!
Comment Written 30-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2021
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Thank you SO much Robyn, for your lovely comments, and for your vote. I am very appreciative. Glad I hooked you so well, and then reeled you in! Honey always reminded me of a grand old lady!
Wendy
Comment from barbara.wilkey
I do understand how a dog and a child can bond. We had a yellow Labrador, Codi. There was only 2 boys when we got Codi, but the family grew and she accepted each new child with all the patience of a true Nanny. Thank you for sharing this writing writing prompt entry with us.
Did I mention yet that Grandma was our dog Honey? (comma needed after 'dog')
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2021
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I do understand how a dog and a child can bond. We had a yellow Labrador, Codi. There was only 2 boys when we got Codi, but the family grew and she accepted each new child with all the patience of a true Nanny. Thank you for sharing this writing writing prompt entry with us.
Did I mention yet that Grandma was our dog Honey? (comma needed after 'dog')
Comment Written 30-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2021
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Thank you so much, Barbara, for your great review! Much appreciated. Honey was like a grand old lady.
Wendy
Comment from Annette R.
Loved your story! The surprise ending is totally believable and very well written. Loved God has a special place for each one where they can happy and free from pain explanation. Reminds me both of my dog Tricky and my Grandma. Well done!
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2021
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Loved your story! The surprise ending is totally believable and very well written. Loved God has a special place for each one where they can happy and free from pain explanation. Reminds me both of my dog Tricky and my Grandma. Well done!
Comment Written 30-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2021
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Hi Annette, thank you so much for your Exceptional rating and six stars. It is an honour which I greatly value. I am so glad you could relate to my story.
Wendy
Comment from Pantygynt
The twist in the tail at the end of the tale turns this into something more than a tale of grandparents into the tale of a tail and I thought it was clever and delightful. great fun.
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2021
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The twist in the tail at the end of the tale turns this into something more than a tale of grandparents into the tale of a tail and I thought it was clever and delightful. great fun.
Comment Written 30-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2021
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Thank you very much Jim. A lovely (and clever!) review.
Honey was a rescue dog, mostly Golden Labrador, came to us at twelve. She always carried herself like a grand old lady.
Wendy
