Doors of Albufeira
Viewing comments for Chapter 2 "The Door of Dismay"A journal of 12 weeks in the coastal town
10 total reviews
Comment from tfawcus
You take your reader with you and into your head. The internal dialogue resonates with me. If you don't use it, you lose it! I'm impressed by your daily routine and the way you describe your feelings about it and the people who share your desire to keep fit.
reply by the author on 16-Jan-2023
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You take your reader with you and into your head. The internal dialogue resonates with me. If you don't use it, you lose it! I'm impressed by your daily routine and the way you describe your feelings about it and the people who share your desire to keep fit.
Comment Written 16-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 16-Jan-2023
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Appreciate your comments. Thank you.
Comment from PENofFIRE
Well, I said I would not bother you with my input - I lied. As I mentioned before, I am addicted to your work. You have taken me through so many adventures with your written word. Your writing is like a conversation with your readers.
There is an art to growing old gracefully and I do believe you have achieved it. I fought it for a while, but finally gave in to the inevitable; much happier now.
About your piece, as always, I loved it. You remind me of my brother Nick, whom I adored. I always looked forward to his letters. As you do, he took me along on his many adventures. Thrilling!
I guess we're not done speaking to each other, so I will be peaking in every so often.
Until then, may our Lord bless your coming in and going out,
Pen
reply by the author on 16-Jan-2023
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Well, I said I would not bother you with my input - I lied. As I mentioned before, I am addicted to your work. You have taken me through so many adventures with your written word. Your writing is like a conversation with your readers.
There is an art to growing old gracefully and I do believe you have achieved it. I fought it for a while, but finally gave in to the inevitable; much happier now.
About your piece, as always, I loved it. You remind me of my brother Nick, whom I adored. I always looked forward to his letters. As you do, he took me along on his many adventures. Thrilling!
I guess we're not done speaking to each other, so I will be peaking in every so often.
Until then, may our Lord bless your coming in and going out,
Pen
Comment Written 16-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 16-Jan-2023
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Thank you. You do know that I am very humbled that you check in on me. I am thankful for your friendship here.
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I am the one who feels honored that you accept my friendship. Thank you.
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Smiles
Comment from Bill Schott
This edition of the Door series, The Door of Dismay, focuses on that one fact of life we cannot escape -- aging. We may seek to remain young, but it is on par with the search for height while falling.
reply by the author on 16-Jan-2023
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This edition of the Door series, The Door of Dismay, focuses on that one fact of life we cannot escape -- aging. We may seek to remain young, but it is on par with the search for height while falling.
Comment Written 16-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 16-Jan-2023
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Thank you Bill. Those capsules of time keep getting stacked.
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
Hello, kaiku,
I like your story. We are close in age and I can relate. Good for you for caring about your health and exercise every day.
I enjoyed reading your story. It moved along nicely and the plot was easy to understand and follow. Good character development.
Well done, my friend.
Gypsy Blue Rose
"The poet waits quietly to paint the unsaid." Atticus
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2023
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Hello, kaiku,
I like your story. We are close in age and I can relate. Good for you for caring about your health and exercise every day.
I enjoyed reading your story. It moved along nicely and the plot was easy to understand and follow. Good character development.
Well done, my friend.
Gypsy Blue Rose
"The poet waits quietly to paint the unsaid." Atticus
Comment Written 15-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2023
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Thanks so much. That means a lot.
Comment from jmdg1954
Good chapter in your Doors of Albufeira,
To me that's an impressive 40 minute workout routine.
Me, I run 5-7 miles 4times a week with jump rope on non run days. I do a few sets of sit ups and on the summer swim everyday in my pool.
It works for me at 68.
Cheers.... John
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2023
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Good chapter in your Doors of Albufeira,
To me that's an impressive 40 minute workout routine.
Me, I run 5-7 miles 4times a week with jump rope on non run days. I do a few sets of sit ups and on the summer swim everyday in my pool.
It works for me at 68.
Cheers.... John
Comment Written 15-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2023
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That?s awesome. I love to swim. Best workout ever. Thanks for the kind review.
Comment from lyenochka
Yes, health requires effort!! And I applaud you for your dedication to keeping healthy and physically fit! The outdoor gym sounds much better than an indoor one. What if it snows? Rains?
One suggestion:
sharing this confined area to
(sharing...with)
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2023
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Yes, health requires effort!! And I applaud you for your dedication to keeping healthy and physically fit! The outdoor gym sounds much better than an indoor one. What if it snows? Rains?
One suggestion:
sharing this confined area to
(sharing...with)
Comment Written 15-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2023
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Doesn`t snow here and sun is 320 plus days a year. If it rains, I sit inside and read your great prose.
Comment from eliz100
I enjoyed reading your chapter. You have excellent observation skills. I guess doing reps can get boring so what to do but observe? I admire your steadfastness in your exercise program. Alas, I am not there. I agree with your Haiku at the end. I do not see any room for improvement. Have a blessed day.
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2023
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I enjoyed reading your chapter. You have excellent observation skills. I guess doing reps can get boring so what to do but observe? I admire your steadfastness in your exercise program. Alas, I am not there. I agree with your Haiku at the end. I do not see any room for improvement. Have a blessed day.
Comment Written 15-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2023
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Thanks for the review and thoughts. Glad you liked it.
Comment from Mary Shifman
I am seventy three and out of shape. Not in the best of health at all and I've been trying to work up the courage to go to the local WMCA to workout and build up some strength. I admire you for sticking to your routine. Maybe I'll get there soon.
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2023
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I am seventy three and out of shape. Not in the best of health at all and I've been trying to work up the courage to go to the local WMCA to workout and build up some strength. I admire you for sticking to your routine. Maybe I'll get there soon.
Comment Written 15-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2023
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Of course you will thanks so much for your very nice review.
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You are welcome.
Comment from tempeste
Ciao!
Come on .... You are always going to feel down if you compare yourself with a person half your age.
And no Age is not everything.
There are young people that our old and stale and old people that are full of energy.
It depends on your attitude.
Several of those exercises you mentioned I don't even know what they are .. it sounds quite a strenuous workout.
There are far more healthy yet docile ways to exercise and keep fit ..
there is no need to sweat be out of breath and feel crucified.
Just saying . (wink )
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2023
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Ciao!
Come on .... You are always going to feel down if you compare yourself with a person half your age.
And no Age is not everything.
There are young people that our old and stale and old people that are full of energy.
It depends on your attitude.
Several of those exercises you mentioned I don't even know what they are .. it sounds quite a strenuous workout.
There are far more healthy yet docile ways to exercise and keep fit ..
there is no need to sweat be out of breath and feel crucified.
Just saying . (wink )
Comment Written 15-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2023
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I am laughing quite hard right now. This piece was really just a light-hearted play on what we sometimes meet in life. I am quite amazed at the athleticism of people today. I watched a young girl on youtube performing tremendous feats of gymnastic superiority. The training available to these young doers is awesome. Today I increased my repetitions of each set by 50%. Felt good. I will enjoy a chocolate chip cookie this evening. LOL Thanks for reading.
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A chocolate chip ??
Is that some thick chocolate drink that you scoop up with a teaspoon?
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That`s called Nutella. My jar always sits within reach. Ha.
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😝
Comment from Mrs. KT
Hello, Kaiku,
How incredibly relatable as I pack my bag this morning to go to a Zumba Aerobics class! Almost 70. Two knee replacements, but I move pretty darn well - in the pool ... after a small dose of Motrin! :)
Your offering flows very well. And although it is serious, it is also humorous.
I would however, split the first paragraph, with the sentence beginning:
"There are two exercises that I muddle through..."
Thank you for sharing!
Keep moving!
diane
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2023
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Hello, Kaiku,
How incredibly relatable as I pack my bag this morning to go to a Zumba Aerobics class! Almost 70. Two knee replacements, but I move pretty darn well - in the pool ... after a small dose of Motrin! :)
Your offering flows very well. And although it is serious, it is also humorous.
I would however, split the first paragraph, with the sentence beginning:
"There are two exercises that I muddle through..."
Thank you for sharing!
Keep moving!
diane
Comment Written 15-Jan-2023
reply by the author on 15-Jan-2023
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Very good. I will look at that. Thank you for reading and the solid advice.
