The Christmas Lights
An old man hangs some Christmas lights.58 total reviews
Comment from Malcolm Rothery
I like your stories, Terry - they always cheer me up and surprise me. I thought I was going to dislike Chelsea until the end. I thought she was going to be one of those unfeeling bureaucrats we love to hate. Funny enough, Chelsea is the name of the soccer team I support.
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2022
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I like your stories, Terry - they always cheer me up and surprise me. I thought I was going to dislike Chelsea until the end. I thought she was going to be one of those unfeeling bureaucrats we love to hate. Funny enough, Chelsea is the name of the soccer team I support.
Comment Written 03-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2022
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Malcolm, thank you for the kind words and for reading my story. Terry.
Comment from Zue65
Yes, I agree absolutely that there is a modicum of truth even in fiction. People have different reasons for hanging Xmas lights whether it be to pay homage to Jesus or to show loyalty to a beloved wife like M r. Bowman. The message is very timely and relevant. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2022
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Yes, I agree absolutely that there is a modicum of truth even in fiction. People have different reasons for hanging Xmas lights whether it be to pay homage to Jesus or to show loyalty to a beloved wife like M r. Bowman. The message is very timely and relevant. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 03-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2022
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Thank you for very much for reading my story. Terry.
Comment from Karyn2
Beautiful, sentimental and nicely done. A true example of how we can all show some grace and understanding especially at Christmas. To ask of the rules: "what is the spirit of the rule?", "who is it harming?", "Is there a way to show compassion?". A tiny suggestion may be to swap the word "have" for "hang" - "I continued to have outside lights by hiring someone to install them."
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2022
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Beautiful, sentimental and nicely done. A true example of how we can all show some grace and understanding especially at Christmas. To ask of the rules: "what is the spirit of the rule?", "who is it harming?", "Is there a way to show compassion?". A tiny suggestion may be to swap the word "have" for "hang" - "I continued to have outside lights by hiring someone to install them."
Comment Written 02-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2022
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Karyn, thank you for reading my story. I will take a look at your suggestion. Thanks, Terry.
Comment from Soledadpaz
This is just beautiful, Terry. The line that got to me is: "If I don't hang those Christmas lights and turn them on--she will not know where I am."
That's love and hope all mixed up together. The lights are so bright, I can see them.
Sol
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2022
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This is just beautiful, Terry. The line that got to me is: "If I don't hang those Christmas lights and turn them on--she will not know where I am."
That's love and hope all mixed up together. The lights are so bright, I can see them.
Sol
Comment Written 02-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2022
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Sol, thank you for the wonderful six stars! I am delighted you enjoyed the story. Terry.
Comment from JoannaN
I simply love the story :) The man's words are sincere, spoken from the heart. I appreciate the fact that Chelsea relents in the end. This text is a good Christmas story (it reads a bit like a tale).
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2022
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I simply love the story :) The man's words are sincere, spoken from the heart. I appreciate the fact that Chelsea relents in the end. This text is a good Christmas story (it reads a bit like a tale).
Comment Written 02-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2022
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Joan, thank you for the lovely six stars! And thank you for reading my story, I am delighted you enjoyed it. Terry.
Comment from Sarah Das Gupta
This is simply and honestly written. It shows how rules and regulations cannot override the heart. Understanding and honesty are important at Christmas especially. The ending is powerful!
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2022
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This is simply and honestly written. It shows how rules and regulations cannot override the heart. Understanding and honesty are important at Christmas especially. The ending is powerful!
Comment Written 02-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2022
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Sarah, thank you for reading my story. Terry.
Comment from Pam Lonsdale
Experience tells me that this is not how such a story would end, but for the purpose of this Christmas (miracle) story, it's sweet and uplifting and all the things a holiday story should be:-)
Thanks for sharing some seasonal joy, and I hope that wherever you are, you are allowed to hang a few lights.
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2022
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Experience tells me that this is not how such a story would end, but for the purpose of this Christmas (miracle) story, it's sweet and uplifting and all the things a holiday story should be:-)
Thanks for sharing some seasonal joy, and I hope that wherever you are, you are allowed to hang a few lights.
Comment Written 02-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2022
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Pam, the lights are indeed burning brightly, thank you for reading my story. Terry.
Comment from Ricky1024
This goes well with the first of the month, as everybody is frantically hanging their holiday decorations!
Yes, and anticipating.
(of course)
Christ's birthday and the arrival of Santa Claus@
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This was well written rich in Theme and Imagery.
It also, read well and Flowed well with No Grammar Issues.
Thanks for sharing and have a Blessed weekend.
Doctor Ricky1024
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2022
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This goes well with the first of the month, as everybody is frantically hanging their holiday decorations!
Yes, and anticipating.
(of course)
Christ's birthday and the arrival of Santa Claus@
...
This was well written rich in Theme and Imagery.
It also, read well and Flowed well with No Grammar Issues.
Thanks for sharing and have a Blessed weekend.
Doctor Ricky1024
Comment Written 02-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2022
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Ricky, I appreciate your kind review. Terry.
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
Some people are a stickler for the rules and lose that humanitarian touch. I loved the essence of this write and I don't see how Christmas lights are such an intrusion to others and it is a pity we cannot learn to live and let live in life, a fine story Terry, much enjoyed, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2022
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Some people are a stickler for the rules and lose that humanitarian touch. I loved the essence of this write and I don't see how Christmas lights are such an intrusion to others and it is a pity we cannot learn to live and let live in life, a fine story Terry, much enjoyed, love Dolly x
Comment Written 02-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2022
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Dolly, thank you for reading and reviewing my story. Terry.
Comment from T B Botts
Hello Terry,
I enjoyed your story very much. I understand the reason for HOA's, although I would never belong to one. I have a friend in Sequim Washington who lives where there is an HOA. He painted his house green, but a different shade than what it had been and the spokesperson gave him hell for not getting it approved. I think I would have shoved a paintbrush where the sun doesn't shine, but that's not very nice. On the flip side, I had to go down the street and speak to a knucklehead who was mowing his lawn last September at midnight. He was wearing a helmet with a light on it so he could more or less see. Thanks for sharing this entertaining story.
Have a blessed evening.
Tom
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2022
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Hello Terry,
I enjoyed your story very much. I understand the reason for HOA's, although I would never belong to one. I have a friend in Sequim Washington who lives where there is an HOA. He painted his house green, but a different shade than what it had been and the spokesperson gave him hell for not getting it approved. I think I would have shoved a paintbrush where the sun doesn't shine, but that's not very nice. On the flip side, I had to go down the street and speak to a knucklehead who was mowing his lawn last September at midnight. He was wearing a helmet with a light on it so he could more or less see. Thanks for sharing this entertaining story.
Have a blessed evening.
Tom
Comment Written 01-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2022
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Tom, thank you for reading my story. I do love the story about the guy mowing his grass, LOL. Thanks, Terry.
