A Fruitful Life
Always take the bull by the horns.15 total reviews
Comment from Gloria ....
What a most interesting life you have lived, K. Your resilience in the face of daunting tasks has always pulled you through.
There is enough material here to write a magnificent memoir if that is your interest.
I can imagine some of the psychiatric patients would make a person feel unsafe, especially with a knife, even though it was used to shuck oysters from rocks.
This is very well written and a fine entry into this contest.
Wishing you great luck with the luck with the Committee. :))
Gloria
reply by the author on 11-Dec-2021
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What a most interesting life you have lived, K. Your resilience in the face of daunting tasks has always pulled you through.
There is enough material here to write a magnificent memoir if that is your interest.
I can imagine some of the psychiatric patients would make a person feel unsafe, especially with a knife, even though it was used to shuck oysters from rocks.
This is very well written and a fine entry into this contest.
Wishing you great luck with the luck with the Committee. :))
Gloria
Comment Written 10-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 11-Dec-2021
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Hello Gloria, Thanks so much for taking the time to read. Yes, I have had an interesting life. Now I'm chair-bound but I still go swimming in a heated pool. I have carers take me out twice a week and I am happy that one carer is taking me to Mass on Christmas Eve (even tho' I'm not a Catholic) Hee, Hee. Love, Kay xx PS:I have also had the gift of a new rescue dog. I'm training Benny to walk with my electric chair. He was found wandering the streets, so skinny. A gift from god I feel, he never leaves my side. :-)
Comment from mermaids
Your story is encouraging and I admire your strength and faith to keep going and challenge yourself. I am a big fan of memoirs, I read mostly memoirs and I feel your story here is well written and holds the reader's interest. I do encourage you to think about writing a book about your life. You have had an interesting life and I like the variety of jobs you have held. Your story also shows how healing the arts can be.
reply by the author on 05-Dec-2021
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Your story is encouraging and I admire your strength and faith to keep going and challenge yourself. I am a big fan of memoirs, I read mostly memoirs and I feel your story here is well written and holds the reader's interest. I do encourage you to think about writing a book about your life. You have had an interesting life and I like the variety of jobs you have held. Your story also shows how healing the arts can be.
Comment Written 02-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 05-Dec-2021
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Hi Elaine, Thanks so much for reading, glad this interested you. I couldn't write a book my friend; because of arthritis, I can only type for one hour a day. Thanks for the thoughts. Love, K xx
Comment from Pearl Edwards
Wow Kay, what a life you have had. I have always said if you look outside yourself there is always someone worse off. You have certainly lived a life on your terms. Thanks for sharing your story, I enjoyed the read and wish you luck in the contest. Cheers
Valda
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2021
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Wow Kay, what a life you have had. I have always said if you look outside yourself there is always someone worse off. You have certainly lived a life on your terms. Thanks for sharing your story, I enjoyed the read and wish you luck in the contest. Cheers
Valda
Comment Written 29-Nov-2021
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2021
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Hi Valda, Thanks so much for reading. You name it, I've done it. Thanks also for the contest wishes. Love, Kay.
Comment from Lulube
A very uplifting, message to never give up. You've described a very fascinating life through your work experiences. You've shared a very uplifting story of your life. thank you
lulube
reply by the author on 28-Nov-2021
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A very uplifting, message to never give up. You've described a very fascinating life through your work experiences. You've shared a very uplifting story of your life. thank you
lulube
Comment Written 28-Nov-2021
reply by the author on 28-Nov-2021
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Hello Friend, Thanks for reading. Blessings, K xx
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welcome
lulube
Comment from Janetsue
I think this is an awesome posting, Kay. Your life has been so interesting by way of being helpful to others, tackling difficult situations--and yet having the courage to adapt and share your perceptions and feelings in a positive way. You are a wonderful example of perseverance and having faith in our Eternal God. For me, this is an especially meaningful part of your posting: When I am in pain, I pray for those in worse pain.
Forever hugs and blessings, Janet
reply by the author on 28-Nov-2021
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I think this is an awesome posting, Kay. Your life has been so interesting by way of being helpful to others, tackling difficult situations--and yet having the courage to adapt and share your perceptions and feelings in a positive way. You are a wonderful example of perseverance and having faith in our Eternal God. For me, this is an especially meaningful part of your posting: When I am in pain, I pray for those in worse pain.
Forever hugs and blessings, Janet
Comment Written 28-Nov-2021
reply by the author on 28-Nov-2021
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Hello Janet, Thank you for your kind review. Life wasn't meant to be easy and we learn something new every day. Blessings Kay xx
Comment from Susan Newell
What a beautiful story about triumph over tribulations. It is amazing how you kept returning to those most in need. You have led an incredible life so far, and I am sure that you will continue to do so for some time to come.
reply by the author on 27-Nov-2021
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What a beautiful story about triumph over tribulations. It is amazing how you kept returning to those most in need. You have led an incredible life so far, and I am sure that you will continue to do so for some time to come.
Comment Written 27-Nov-2021
reply by the author on 27-Nov-2021
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Hello Susan, Thanks so much for reading and your kind words. Blessings, Kay xx
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You are welcome.
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
You did a great job, Aussie, with your contest entry. I feel I know a bit more about you. Through it all, you displayed your strength and perseverance even in the face of hardship. I like the parts where you taught art. You have done well for yourself.
Best wishes in the contest.
Respectfully, Jan
reply by the author on 27-Nov-2021
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You did a great job, Aussie, with your contest entry. I feel I know a bit more about you. Through it all, you displayed your strength and perseverance even in the face of hardship. I like the parts where you taught art. You have done well for yourself.
Best wishes in the contest.
Respectfully, Jan
Comment Written 26-Nov-2021
reply by the author on 27-Nov-2021
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Hi Jan, Thanks so much for reading, glad you liked. I was in two minds whether to write it or not; being a very private person. Love K
Comment from aryr
Definitely good luck wishes for you in the Share Your Story contest, Kay. The picture was one of beauty because it was of you in your wheelchair. What you wrote was that of a fantastic life with a purpose. I admire your foundation, your years of faith is admirable. Very well done and greatly enjoyed.
reply by the author on 26-Nov-2021
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Definitely good luck wishes for you in the Share Your Story contest, Kay. The picture was one of beauty because it was of you in your wheelchair. What you wrote was that of a fantastic life with a purpose. I admire your foundation, your years of faith is admirable. Very well done and greatly enjoyed.
Comment Written 26-Nov-2021
reply by the author on 26-Nov-2021
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Hello Possum, I was in two minds whether to open the book of my life and share the ride; I am a very private person. I needed to write this, glad I did and thank you for reading. Love K xx
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You are so welcome, Kay. I really admire you for 'stick to it.' I do so believe that you did indeed need to write this. I am so glad you shared this ride.
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Without faith I wouldn't have made it. K xx
Comment from l.raven
Hi Kace, when I read about you working in
the design studio...the first thing that came
to my mind my wonderful sweet friend...was you
are an artist...and that's where it all started...
you truly did have a full life sweet girl...and
I'm so sorry you had the accident...but thank God
you were able to get back up...and make a good life for yourself...you have been blessed with an arts and crafts
talent...I wish I were...went from my mother...jumped over me...and to my daughter...and then my granddaughter...go figure...
I thank God Kace for all the friends I have met on
FanStory...and you are one of my best...I so wish we could meet somewhere...sigh...
I hope you and Benny are doing well...I have been tied up
with a friend of mine ( John)...he just lost his dog (Murtle)...she was all he had...and went with him everywhere...so he has been coming over more...I told him...it will just take time...I miss her as well...
I loved reading your life story told...and love this picture...priceless...very well written...and I wish you
luck in the contest...sending much love from overseas...
Linda xxoo
reply by the author on 26-Nov-2021
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Hi Kace, when I read about you working in
the design studio...the first thing that came
to my mind my wonderful sweet friend...was you
are an artist...and that's where it all started...
you truly did have a full life sweet girl...and
I'm so sorry you had the accident...but thank God
you were able to get back up...and make a good life for yourself...you have been blessed with an arts and crafts
talent...I wish I were...went from my mother...jumped over me...and to my daughter...and then my granddaughter...go figure...
I thank God Kace for all the friends I have met on
FanStory...and you are one of my best...I so wish we could meet somewhere...sigh...
I hope you and Benny are doing well...I have been tied up
with a friend of mine ( John)...he just lost his dog (Murtle)...she was all he had...and went with him everywhere...so he has been coming over more...I told him...it will just take time...I miss her as well...
I loved reading your life story told...and love this picture...priceless...very well written...and I wish you
luck in the contest...sending much love from overseas...
Linda xxoo
Comment Written 26-Nov-2021
reply by the author on 26-Nov-2021
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Hello my very best friend. Thanks for reading. I was in two minds whether to open the door on my life. I am a very private person. All's well. We are in La Nina which means loads of rain. Every day in fact. Lots of flooding and no respite in sight. I wish we could meet and greet too. Much love, Kace & Benny xx
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your sooooo welcome beautiful you...
I'm the same way when it comes to being private...but I loved your story told...
you just keep climbing that mountain...and
that's what counts...
it's a little chilly here...was 27 degrees...
and that's not with the wind...and it's blowing pretty good out...burrrrr...
I think you guys are either bone dry...or swimming...I think I would take the swimming...well...back to my Christmas cards...every time I get on a roll...someone either comes over...or calls...LOL...
take care...and I'll email ya soon...love you much...Linda xxoo
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Your card should be getting close to Sandwich. Takes so long. I write to Sandra and her card in England takes two weeks! Oh, well. Go shut yourself in the loo and finish your cards. Hee, Hee.
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LOL...should be done by tomorrow...
but I think I'll stay in the living room...
love xxoo
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The design studio was my beginning into the art world. As I got to know the other artists I felt part of the team. K xx
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that's sooo awesome Kace...
I loved watching my mother paint...
but just never had the talent for it...
love xxoo
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I won our city award for art this year. K xx
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OMG...that is wonderful Kace...
CONGRATULATIONS...✨✨✨✨🤩
I'm glad you keep up with your art...
my mother didn't...after awhile she
just stopped painting...sigh...love xxoo
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Tanka you baby blue! K xx
Comment from RGstar
This my winner, for you are my champion Aussie. Yes, everyone has a life story, but to each his own, and when a life is admired and cherished by a stranger, then it is giving both ways.
Well done my friend, you say it like it is. When feeling sorry for oneself,there are always those worse off, so the key is , like you said, join the human race, and fight the demons, never give up.
Survivors will fight on...hence the name...for I know.
Bravo...only these five stars I have, but know well, I will be voting for this.
Have a good day.
Best wishes.
RG
reply by the author on 26-Nov-2021
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This my winner, for you are my champion Aussie. Yes, everyone has a life story, but to each his own, and when a life is admired and cherished by a stranger, then it is giving both ways.
Well done my friend, you say it like it is. When feeling sorry for oneself,there are always those worse off, so the key is , like you said, join the human race, and fight the demons, never give up.
Survivors will fight on...hence the name...for I know.
Bravo...only these five stars I have, but know well, I will be voting for this.
Have a good day.
Best wishes.
RG
Comment Written 26-Nov-2021
reply by the author on 26-Nov-2021
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Hello my dear friend RG, I am a very private person but thought my story may help someone who is suffering. Thanks for your vote in advance. Love, Kay xx