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Old Iron Box

What is most precious to me.

26 total reviews 
Comment from Rosemary Everson1
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When you have to make a decision, it would be difficult to decide which you would take. You didn't mention pictures, like albums of pictures, or a safe that kept your important documents. I sure hope you had such a safe.

 Comment Written 02-Oct-2022


reply by the author on 02-Oct-2022
    I have a safe deposit at the bank and the rules said that pictures or people couldn't be one of your five things.

    Thanks for the review. I appreciate you!
reply by Rosemary Everson1 on 03-Oct-2022
    That's why you didn't mention pictures.
reply by Rosemary Everson1 on 03-Oct-2022
    thank you for the comment. I like Fan Story, it is a place where you can vent.
Comment from Mary Kay Bonfante
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This is really a beautiful story! I really enjoyed reading it. You do have some unique treasures in that iron box.

Here are just two of the ones that stood out to me:

"Haven't had much of a father since that picture was taken, but that one in time is mine."

"My box also holds the family diamond. It is about the size of a baseball and has been valued at nearly .30 cents."

Thank you for sharing your great story.

 Comment Written 02-Oct-2022


reply by the author on 02-Oct-2022
    Thank you so much! Contest doesn't matter much when the story comes from the heart! You are appreciated!
Comment from Barbara Peabody Pouliot
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I love this, it reminds me of my treasure box except mine is a bit smaller.I stored most of my memories in my mind on VHS. Then they became obsolete and took up too much space. I have converted all the memories in my mind to memory sticks.
It frees up space for new memories to be stored. But I still have a little box of my treasures only valuable to me. Lol. I love how you write with a sense of humor.
Always remember to bring that with you. Keep writing. Keep sharing

 Comment Written 02-Oct-2022


reply by the author on 02-Oct-2022
    Thank you so much! Seems a lot of people have saved their little treasure chests! Contest doesn't matter much when the story comes from the heart! You are appreciated!
reply by Barbara Peabody Pouliot on 03-Oct-2022
    Congrats one your new first place.
reply by the author on 03-Oct-2022
    Thank you! It was quite the photo finish! I know it?s just a contest, but it does help a person?s writing esteem. Supports the decision to go public with your work, if that makes sense?
reply by Barbara Peabody Pouliot on 03-Oct-2022
    You ARE a First place Expressive Artist!
    Write On!!!!!!
reply by the author on 03-Oct-2022
    Thanks Barbara. You are wonderfully supportive!
reply by Barbara Peabody Pouliot on 03-Oct-2022
    I just dedicated one to you.
    Hope you laugh!
reply by Barbara Peabody Pouliot on 03-Oct-2022
    Everything can make sense in this world Depending on what senses you use. We do have 6 senses to choose from. Lol
Comment from K.L. Rockquemore
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This was an engaging story.

It is well written and wildly descriptive!

Of all the things that you would take, the treasure chest seems to be the most valuable to you.

The life long memories and life moments are irreplaceable!!

Your have a tremendous amount of items packed in there, quite impressive.

I was in this position a few years ago, as a wildfire was approaching my neighborhood.
We had to evacuate and had little time ti pack the cars.

Family and dog first. After that all I wanted was photo albums and my kids' baby boxes that I made for them.

They are filled with everything of their first year of life.

Front page of the newspaper on the day they were born, hospital band they wore in their ankle, knitted newborn bonnet, just to name a few things.

We have in common treasures that we would never leave behind.

Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 02-Oct-2022


reply by the author on 02-Oct-2022
    Thank you for your review! As always, you are appreciated!
Comment from mermaids
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I can relate to your story. My sentimental items are only worth something to me, similar to how you describe what the items mean to you. This is a well written story that holds the reader's interest. Best wishes for the contest.

 Comment Written 02-Oct-2022


reply by the author on 02-Oct-2022
    Thanks! Its a battle but sharing the story means the most to me. I really enjoy writing from the heart. Thanks for your review. You are appreciated!
Comment from Annmuma
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Outstanding writing! The reader is immediately drawn to your story and becomes completely involved in your choices of things to save. The ending, of course, makes the piece an absolute winner. I would wish you luck in the contest, but I'm betting you don't need it. This post is a winner. ann

 Comment Written 01-Oct-2022


reply by the author on 01-Oct-2022
    Thank you for your kind wonderful words. I wrote this from the heart and I appreciate you! (I accidentally sent this on the six star notice to FS l. Too funny! ) thanks for the rating!
Comment from Mary Vigasin
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I think because your entry is so detailed and well thought out is maybe because you have faced fire before. It is not just a laundry list of favorite items, but one with deep thought and meaning.
Very well-written.
Good luck the contest.
Best regards,
Mary

 Comment Written 01-Oct-2022


reply by the author on 01-Oct-2022
    Thank you Mary. I wrote this one from the heart!
Comment from Bill Schott
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This article, Old Iron Box, is a terrific capture of what bwe value in life. All the items which connect us with thew memories which would otherwise fade are truly worth protecting.

 Comment Written 01-Oct-2022


reply by the author on 01-Oct-2022
    Thank you. This one came from the heart!
Comment from Tom Horonzy
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Almost everyone that submitted an entry had a story to tell, but of them all yours struck a nerve differently, and therefore you'll get my vote. Well done.

 Comment Written 30-Sep-2022


reply by the author on 30-Sep-2022
    Thank you!
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
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Excellent entry for the What would you take? contest.

Great story about your favorite things. Your items reflects your personality well.

I enjoyed reading it. I also enjoyed your unique style and well chosen words.

Your writing flows naturally and it's easy to understand.

Good luck in the contest.
Well done.

Gypsy
Poetry heals the wounds inflicted by reason. Novalis

 Comment Written 30-Sep-2022


reply by the author on 30-Sep-2022
    Thank you. I appreciate your kind words and review!