No Longer Alone
I thought I was all alone, and then I found my friends.25 total reviews
Comment from Karyn2
John, I'm so pleased I stopped by for the read. The picture alone tells so much! I see joy in the faces and playfulness and to think the backdrop of one of great unrest. I enjoyed the repetition of "alone". I can imagine it would have felt isolating and foreign to embark on such a significant move, enlisting in the defence force with so many unknowns before you. Isn't it funny that something like hair can be the thing that unifies or finds trust? The way too that children's innocence is just so pure and joy filled. God indeed uses the little ones and little things and they often have the most profound outlook. Loved your writing. Thank you for your service (I'm an Aussie) but I thank you for the part you played, for stepping out even alone.
reply by the author on 10-Dec-2022
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John, I'm so pleased I stopped by for the read. The picture alone tells so much! I see joy in the faces and playfulness and to think the backdrop of one of great unrest. I enjoyed the repetition of "alone". I can imagine it would have felt isolating and foreign to embark on such a significant move, enlisting in the defence force with so many unknowns before you. Isn't it funny that something like hair can be the thing that unifies or finds trust? The way too that children's innocence is just so pure and joy filled. God indeed uses the little ones and little things and they often have the most profound outlook. Loved your writing. Thank you for your service (I'm an Aussie) but I thank you for the part you played, for stepping out even alone.
Comment Written 10-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 10-Dec-2022
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Thank you, Karyn. I too am pleased that you stopped my little post. Your review is more eloquent than the post itself and touches the very heart of my story. I appreciate you taking the time to read it. Thank you so much for your sweet review.
John
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You are very welcome!
Comment from nomi338
Some people appear uncomfortable round children, some people seem to draw children to them. I believe that children can sense people who are comfortable around them and welcome their company. I also believe that God blesses those who love children.
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2022
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Some people appear uncomfortable round children, some people seem to draw children to them. I believe that children can sense people who are comfortable around them and welcome their company. I also believe that God blesses those who love children.
Comment Written 09-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2022
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I believe you are right. If we could see each other through the eyes of a child, we would be a much better world. Thank you for your review and thought provoking words.
Comment from prettybluebirds
My brother was stationed in Viet Nam too. He felt sorry for some of the kids trapped in a war, not of their making. Your story is beautiful and well-executed. Best of luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2022
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My brother was stationed in Viet Nam too. He felt sorry for some of the kids trapped in a war, not of their making. Your story is beautiful and well-executed. Best of luck in the contest.
Comment Written 09-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2022
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Thank you so much for your review. I really appreciate it.
Comment from mermaids
This is a happy, positive story. Children do add happiness to our lives as you demonstrate in your words. A good feeling comes from reading your story which needs to be read by everyone.
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2022
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This is a happy, positive story. Children do add happiness to our lives as you demonstrate in your words. A good feeling comes from reading your story which needs to be read by everyone.
Comment Written 09-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2022
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Thank you very much. I appreciate your kind words and your review
John
Comment from jessizero
Your story (or poem?) was very moving. Children are curious by nature and never mean to offend. I am glad you were no longer alone. Thank you so much for sharing your experience here, and best wishes to you.
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2022
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Your story (or poem?) was very moving. Children are curious by nature and never mean to offend. I am glad you were no longer alone. Thank you so much for sharing your experience here, and best wishes to you.
Comment Written 09-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2022
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Thank you so much for your review. Children all over the world are God's blessings. I appreciate your best wishes. John
Comment from papa55mike
Kids can look into your heart and see if you're a good person or not. You don't have to speak the language to share the love. What a wonderfully written story. I wish I had a six for you.
Good luck in the contest!
Have a great day, and God bless.
mike
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2022
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Kids can look into your heart and see if you're a good person or not. You don't have to speak the language to share the love. What a wonderfully written story. I wish I had a six for you.
Good luck in the contest!
Have a great day, and God bless.
mike
Comment Written 09-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2022
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Thank you for such an insightful review. Your kind words are plenty and greatly appreciated. God bless you, as well.
John
Comment from Barbara Peabody Pouliot
Beautiful! Amen to those words. Children are such unconditional gifts to the world. I am assuming that you adopted some of the children. Good for you.
The greatest gift. Thank you for sharing. Love the story.
God Bless
Write on
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2022
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Beautiful! Amen to those words. Children are such unconditional gifts to the world. I am assuming that you adopted some of the children. Good for you.
The greatest gift. Thank you for sharing. Love the story.
God Bless
Write on
Comment Written 09-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2022
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Sorry to say, adoption was not possible in the time I spent in Vietnam. I would've if I could've. Thank you for your review. God bless you, as well.
John
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You made a difference in those children?s lives the time you spent there. 💕
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I would like to think so. Thank you.
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Moments of quality time leaves a very precious impact on a child.
QUALITY NOT QUANITY💕
Comment from royowen
I agree that children are an incredible blessing, in fact I watched a documentary were it pointed out that children more or less play exactly the same games all over the world, how can we be so blind as to think that colour of skin, shape of eye, lack of education makes them lesser than anyone else, we are all equal in the eyes of God, beautifully written John, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2022
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I agree that children are an incredible blessing, in fact I watched a documentary were it pointed out that children more or less play exactly the same games all over the world, how can we be so blind as to think that colour of skin, shape of eye, lack of education makes them lesser than anyone else, we are all equal in the eyes of God, beautifully written John, blessings Roy
Comment Written 09-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2022
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Thanks, my friend. That's the most important thing I learned in Vietnam. Except for language barriers, people are pretty much the same all over the world. They're just subject to different political systems, which greatly affect their lives Thank you for your review. John
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That?s right,
Comment from Pam Lonsdale
I assume the picture is of you with Vietnamese children. Thank you for your service - it was a harsh war for everyone concerned.
You've told your story in a unique way, and I like that you end a story about war with the fact that children are the same everywhere and even under unfair and terrible circumstances.
Good luck with the contest.
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2022
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I assume the picture is of you with Vietnamese children. Thank you for your service - it was a harsh war for everyone concerned.
You've told your story in a unique way, and I like that you end a story about war with the fact that children are the same everywhere and even under unfair and terrible circumstances.
Good luck with the contest.
Comment Written 09-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2022
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Thank you, Pam. Your assumption is correct. I don't have many photos of my Vietnam experience because it was not one of my favorite times. But this photo especially is my favorite because it brings back fond memories...even during difficult circumstances. Thank you for your review.
John
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
This is an endearing story John and you touched my heart with these words as you warmed to those poor children in a war-torn country, much enjoyed, I hope you are not alone now, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2022
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This is an endearing story John and you touched my heart with these words as you warmed to those poor children in a war-torn country, much enjoyed, I hope you are not alone now, love Dolly x
Comment Written 09-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2022
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Thank you, Dolly. I appreciate your concern for my well-being. I'm no longer alone...but surrounded by a loving wife, three grown boys, five grandchildren and a new puppy. As always, I appreciate your reviews. Love, John
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Wow John, you have a lovely big family, glad to hear it and have a Merry Christmas, love Dolly x
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Merry Christmas to you and yours, as well.
