On a Bench by the Sea
Dialogue-only contest entry28 total reviews
Comment from BermyBye50
Jessica,
Congrats on winning the Dialogue Only Writing Contest. Your talent, skill, and example inspire and aid me in improving my writing. You are a great mentor from whom to learn.
All the best,
Eugene
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2025
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Jessica,
Congrats on winning the Dialogue Only Writing Contest. Your talent, skill, and example inspire and aid me in improving my writing. You are a great mentor from whom to learn.
All the best,
Eugene
Comment Written 10-Feb-2025
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2025
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Eugene, your words mean the world to me. Thank you so much for your genuine kindness and support.
Xoxoxo
Jess
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Jessica,
You are quite welcome. I noted your writing is on https://www.spoken.press/
Is it free to join? How does one post their work on this site? Can one generate income from posting on Spoken?
All the best,
Eugene
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Eugene, it is free to join while still in beta! I will send you a message with some info, you should definitely join!
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Jessica,
I look forward to submitting my work to the Spoken.press site. Feel free to email me at eugharve@gmail.com
“Sparkle”
Brilliant glow of everlasting light
Colorful rainbows shining bright
Daydreams of new ideas in flight
Soaring high to the highest height
For you will never cease to sparkle
Shining like peaceful moonbeams
On seas of heartwarming dreams
Life’s hopes within forever gleam
Of life and love enduring themes
For you will never cease to sparkle
Glisten like the sun in a golden sky
A subtle twinkle in her inviting eye
Mirror feelings of joy deep inside
Beguiling all who quietly pass by
For you will never cease to sparkle
A kindhearted spirit who truly cares
Sharing a world with someone dear
With a heart full of delight and tears
And faith to follow all of your years
For you will never cease to sparkle
And through all of life’s many trials
In the darkest moments of self-denial
To the heights of happiness revival
Times quest to quell her bright smile
For you will never cease to sparkle
© Eugene Harvey
Comment from Shane A Levell
Hey there Jessica, what a beautiful story!!! I couldn't stop reading it!!! It was both, wonderful and sad. Thank for sharing such great story!!! Have a good night and God bless!!!
Sincerely, Shane A Levell
reply by the author on 24-Jan-2025
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Hey there Jessica, what a beautiful story!!! I couldn't stop reading it!!! It was both, wonderful and sad. Thank for sharing such great story!!! Have a good night and God bless!!!
Sincerely, Shane A Levell
Comment Written 23-Jan-2025
reply by the author on 24-Jan-2025
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Shane, that means so much! Thank you! Xo
Comment from Rachelle Allen
Oyyy. I am literally sitting here crying like a child. No WONDER this took first place! There could not have been anything even CLOSE to how exquisite this is. You worked your ever-burgeoning magic into this tale with aplomb and panache and set the bar sky-high.
I didn't even mind that I fell into your trap of thinking these two had nothing in common whatsoever except that they both loved that house and enjoyed beach life. When the reality hit of who they were to each other, that, of course, was when the tears began. And they did not let up once I read, "I know, Daddy."
What a talent you are, Jess, and you just keep getting better and more amazing with each post. Proud to say I know you. xoxox
reply by the author on 24-Jan-2025
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Oyyy. I am literally sitting here crying like a child. No WONDER this took first place! There could not have been anything even CLOSE to how exquisite this is. You worked your ever-burgeoning magic into this tale with aplomb and panache and set the bar sky-high.
I didn't even mind that I fell into your trap of thinking these two had nothing in common whatsoever except that they both loved that house and enjoyed beach life. When the reality hit of who they were to each other, that, of course, was when the tears began. And they did not let up once I read, "I know, Daddy."
What a talent you are, Jess, and you just keep getting better and more amazing with each post. Proud to say I know you. xoxox
Comment Written 22-Jan-2025
reply by the author on 24-Jan-2025
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You have no idea what that means to me. Thank you so much, beautiful. I am lucky to know you!!
Xoxo
Jess
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Right back atcha. Xo
Comment from Neonewman
Wow! I was so deep into this, Jessica, that it felt incredibly real. My heart ached for them both, and then to find out they were father and daughter. Brilliantly crafted, Young Lady. I can see why this won. Congrats.
God bless,
Steve
reply by the author on 24-Jan-2025
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Wow! I was so deep into this, Jessica, that it felt incredibly real. My heart ached for them both, and then to find out they were father and daughter. Brilliantly crafted, Young Lady. I can see why this won. Congrats.
God bless,
Steve
Comment Written 21-Jan-2025
reply by the author on 24-Jan-2025
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Steve, that means the world. Thank you so much!
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My pleasure, Jessica
Comment from Nicolettetamara
Wow, this story is absolutely beautiful in every way. It brought me to tears! I was so not expecting that ending and it made it all the more touching! As a mom and a daughter this pulled on all my heart strings. Thank you for sharing!
Sending love and light,
Nicolette
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2025
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Wow, this story is absolutely beautiful in every way. It brought me to tears! I was so not expecting that ending and it made it all the more touching! As a mom and a daughter this pulled on all my heart strings. Thank you for sharing!
Sending love and light,
Nicolette
Comment Written 16-Jan-2025
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2025
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Thank you so much! Xoxo
Comment from Pearl Edwards
I wish I had a six for this beautiful conversation, Jessica. The tears I'm looking through tell me its deserving of being the contest winner. Congratulations, beautifully written.
Cheers
Valda
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2025
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I wish I had a six for this beautiful conversation, Jessica. The tears I'm looking through tell me its deserving of being the contest winner. Congratulations, beautifully written.
Cheers
Valda
Comment Written 16-Jan-2025
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2025
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Valda, thank you so much!
Comment from Mufasa
I admit I began reading this with my usual skepticism. Dialogue-only pieces tend to bottom out after a paragraph or so. This one was a welcome surprise. I watched my mom fall into the dark well of Alzheimer's. It's a most cruel disease, both for the victim, and the loved ones that stand alongside. Well done, Jessica.
MD
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2025
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I admit I began reading this with my usual skepticism. Dialogue-only pieces tend to bottom out after a paragraph or so. This one was a welcome surprise. I watched my mom fall into the dark well of Alzheimer's. It's a most cruel disease, both for the victim, and the loved ones that stand alongside. Well done, Jessica.
MD
Comment Written 15-Jan-2025
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2025
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That truly means the world to me. Thank you so much.
Xo
Jess
Comment from samandlancelot
Hi Jessica,
You've written an excellent "dialogue only" story with a heartwarming message to do your best in life, and the rewards will pay off in the end. You created a strong atmosphere and connection with the white deck and the bench by the sea. Congratulations on your win.
Patricia
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2025
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Hi Jessica,
You've written an excellent "dialogue only" story with a heartwarming message to do your best in life, and the rewards will pay off in the end. You created a strong atmosphere and connection with the white deck and the bench by the sea. Congratulations on your win.
Patricia
Comment Written 14-Jan-2025
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2025
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Patricia, thank you so much for your kind words.
Xo
Jessica
Comment from wilkswrites
I kind of thought I was losing it for a moment there as your story took that unexpected turn. Very well written. I could almost see the old man and the young lady sitting on that bench watching the water. Growing old is so hard for some (probably most). Good job!
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2025
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I kind of thought I was losing it for a moment there as your story took that unexpected turn. Very well written. I could almost see the old man and the young lady sitting on that bench watching the water. Growing old is so hard for some (probably most). Good job!
Comment Written 14-Jan-2025
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2025
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Thank you so much! This truly means a lot to me.
Xo
Jess
Comment from Barry Penfold
This is a top effort. Great concept with a surprise at the end. The dialogue is entertaining, and it retains the reader's interest. Difficult to do especially in a rather long piece. Well done. Congratulations on the win.
Take care
Barry Penfold.
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2025
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This is a top effort. Great concept with a surprise at the end. The dialogue is entertaining, and it retains the reader's interest. Difficult to do especially in a rather long piece. Well done. Congratulations on the win.
Take care
Barry Penfold.
Comment Written 14-Jan-2025
reply by the author on 17-Jan-2025
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Barry, I'm honored. Thank you so much!
Xo
