My Scrapbook - Rebirth
Not all who wander are lost -- J.R.R. Tolkien69 total reviews
Comment from missy98writer
Sasha,
I'm am crying buckets of tears as I write this review. This is the best essay or biography story you've EVER Written. Exquisite art work you've used. So deserving a score of six. Exceptional writing so emotional and poignant. The past is horrible for you. But like the phoenix your reborn anew. It's a blessing in disguise you and your mother found each other the last three years of your life. The saying 'what doensn't kill you makes your stronger' should be your motto. Brilliantly written for the contest. I be this one wins my a land side. It gets my vote for the best in the contest. This essay should win story of the month in my opinion. You are a talented writer and artist, my friend. . .Melissa.
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2010
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Sasha,
I'm am crying buckets of tears as I write this review. This is the best essay or biography story you've EVER Written. Exquisite art work you've used. So deserving a score of six. Exceptional writing so emotional and poignant. The past is horrible for you. But like the phoenix your reborn anew. It's a blessing in disguise you and your mother found each other the last three years of your life. The saying 'what doensn't kill you makes your stronger' should be your motto. Brilliantly written for the contest. I be this one wins my a land side. It gets my vote for the best in the contest. This essay should win story of the month in my opinion. You are a talented writer and artist, my friend. . .Melissa.
Comment Written 28-Jun-2010
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2010
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Thank you so very much for your marvelous and enthusiastic review. I am deeply honored by your 6 stars and thank you so much for your kind words.
Comment from wierdgrace
this is so true, and I loved the character and how you wrote your story, no errors and no revisions, a true scrapbook without glue, hope you get lots of votes, and will be looking for the winner.
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this is so true, and I loved the character and how you wrote your story, no errors and no revisions, a true scrapbook without glue, hope you get lots of votes, and will be looking for the winner.
Comment Written 28-Jun-2010
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2010
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I am sincerely pleased that you enjoyed this one. I always appreciate and look forward to your comments.
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always
Comment from bowls
Thanks for sharing such a moving story. Glad to hear you're happy. Your story is well written with great feeling and sincerity.
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2010
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Thanks for sharing such a moving story. Glad to hear you're happy. Your story is well written with great feeling and sincerity.
Comment Written 28-Jun-2010
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2010
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Thank you very much for your positive review.
Comment from mtngalofnc
Hi Sasha,
Oh my, the words to express how your story makes me feel are hard to articulate. How well, I can relate. I felt your hesitation at writing your story, the desire to sweep your past from existance, and the need to fulfill your mother's last wishes.
Your mother giving recognition to your being wronged was your ticket to becoming free and what more beautiful and deserving gift could a mother possibly give. It is a gift I am thankful that you have received.
I am so glad that the two of you were able to resolve the rift of your past and to move on in your relationship.
You have written an exceptional story and one which I am so pleased to have read. You have inspired me to write my story as well. Thank you so much for sharing and helping me to heal. The stars are yours, but your story is worth so much more.
Becky
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2010
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Hi Sasha,
Oh my, the words to express how your story makes me feel are hard to articulate. How well, I can relate. I felt your hesitation at writing your story, the desire to sweep your past from existance, and the need to fulfill your mother's last wishes.
Your mother giving recognition to your being wronged was your ticket to becoming free and what more beautiful and deserving gift could a mother possibly give. It is a gift I am thankful that you have received.
I am so glad that the two of you were able to resolve the rift of your past and to move on in your relationship.
You have written an exceptional story and one which I am so pleased to have read. You have inspired me to write my story as well. Thank you so much for sharing and helping me to heal. The stars are yours, but your story is worth so much more.
Becky
Comment Written 28-Jun-2010
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2010
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I encourage everyone to write their story. I cannot begin to adequately describe how healing it was for me to do. Thank you so very much for the wonderful 6 stars. I am sincerely grateful.
Comment from CALLAHANMR
Valerie, I didn't think it would be possible, but this is possibly the best thing you have ever posted. What can I say that others haven't. Powerful, wonderful, I could go on and on. I want you to know that you also have a family on Fan Story who loves you and wishes you well. God bless. Marilyn
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2010
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Valerie, I didn't think it would be possible, but this is possibly the best thing you have ever posted. What can I say that others haven't. Powerful, wonderful, I could go on and on. I want you to know that you also have a family on Fan Story who loves you and wishes you well. God bless. Marilyn
Comment Written 28-Jun-2010
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2010
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Thank you so very much and yes, I agree, I have a wonderful and caring family right here on FS. I am so pleased you liked this one despite its dark nature. The 6 stars are greatly appreciated too.
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Hi Valerie:)
I also read and enjoyed reading about your rebirth. Everyone should be so lucky in shedding any darkness in their past. Like you I lost creative years lamenting a dark past. I used to hide it, but now I exult it as someting I rose above and left behind.
Love - Roger
Comment from rama devi
Dear sister, this is deeply touching, heartwarming, uplifting and also outstanding in the way you crafted your story and delivered a message of healing and rebirth of love. A poignant theme---and your relationship with your mom reminds me of my own with my father.
SO pleased that you, too, could come to a rebirth with her and that you are following her wish to WRITE YOUR STORY.
You write it well.
This is surely a strong contender for the contest (and for my vote, but have not yet read all entries).
While the paingulf past and trsnformation is touching, the highlight of the work is your lovely closing-
I may be blind in one eye, have a doctor who attributes my ailments to old age, fall down occasionally, and walk like a duck. But believe me when I tell you, I am, and always will be, a child at heart and am finally able to enjoy the beauty and joy that surrounds me every minute of every day. I am truly happy, what more could I possibly ask for?
Love that! And also that your home is your scrap book.
Love, rd
PS Did not notice any sapg, but read only once and could have missed any typos. Just did not feel to put on spag specs for this one.
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2010
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Dear sister, this is deeply touching, heartwarming, uplifting and also outstanding in the way you crafted your story and delivered a message of healing and rebirth of love. A poignant theme---and your relationship with your mom reminds me of my own with my father.
SO pleased that you, too, could come to a rebirth with her and that you are following her wish to WRITE YOUR STORY.
You write it well.
This is surely a strong contender for the contest (and for my vote, but have not yet read all entries).
While the paingulf past and trsnformation is touching, the highlight of the work is your lovely closing-
I may be blind in one eye, have a doctor who attributes my ailments to old age, fall down occasionally, and walk like a duck. But believe me when I tell you, I am, and always will be, a child at heart and am finally able to enjoy the beauty and joy that surrounds me every minute of every day. I am truly happy, what more could I possibly ask for?
Love that! And also that your home is your scrap book.
Love, rd
PS Did not notice any sapg, but read only once and could have missed any typos. Just did not feel to put on spag specs for this one.
Comment Written 28-Jun-2010
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2010
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Thank you so very much for your enthusiastic and heartfelt review. I always look forward to your comments and am thrilled you enjoyed this one. I am truly fortunate despite my rough beginning. And yes, being able to become friends with my mother is the highlight of my life. Again, thank you so much for your kind words.
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thanks dear--I voted for you! (you are ahead right now too).
Good luck~
Hugs, rd
Comment from NightWriter
"Rebirth" is such a beautiful and heart warming story. Sad in some ways from those earlier years, but overall joyful at the way you've handled adversity and survived and even better, are happy now. You said it, young at heart!
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2010
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"Rebirth" is such a beautiful and heart warming story. Sad in some ways from those earlier years, but overall joyful at the way you've handled adversity and survived and even better, are happy now. You said it, young at heart!
Comment Written 28-Jun-2010
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2010
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Thank you so very much. I always appreciate and look forward to your comment. Thank you for the wonderful 6 stars, I am sincerely honored your felt this deserved it.
Comment from laren
Wow, this is a very touching story and poem. Thanks God you have the courage to rebirth. The courage needed to forgive and the courage to enjoy life.
Congratulations! Your message must be spread!
Laren
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2010
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Wow, this is a very touching story and poem. Thanks God you have the courage to rebirth. The courage needed to forgive and the courage to enjoy life.
Congratulations! Your message must be spread!
Laren
Comment Written 28-Jun-2010
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2010
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Thank you very much for your generous and enthusiastic review. I sincerely appreciate it.
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Thank you for sharing, story and feelings, which are a great testimony and will help others to have the courage.
Regards from Mexico,
Laren
Comment from patwannabe
Valerie, you did it again. What a blessing to know that someone has overcome the horrors of the past. I'm so happy you have found joy. It's amazing, your life was rotten compared to mine and yet, you have the joy. I'm still trying to find it.
One error: I did finally have put together a scrapbook...
Love your poem. It speaks volumes. Well done, pat
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2010
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Valerie, you did it again. What a blessing to know that someone has overcome the horrors of the past. I'm so happy you have found joy. It's amazing, your life was rotten compared to mine and yet, you have the joy. I'm still trying to find it.
One error: I did finally have put together a scrapbook...
Love your poem. It speaks volumes. Well done, pat
Comment Written 28-Jun-2010
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2010
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Thanks so much for your enthusiastic review and for the wonderful 6 stars. I am so pleased you liked this one.
Comment from sgalletti
This is an absolutely beautiful, poignant, loving story Sasha. I really appreciate the honest in this piece and love how your scrapbook continues to grow with each passing day, now filled with great happiness. From one child at heart to another, I'm happy for you...Sue
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2010
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This is an absolutely beautiful, poignant, loving story Sasha. I really appreciate the honest in this piece and love how your scrapbook continues to grow with each passing day, now filled with great happiness. From one child at heart to another, I'm happy for you...Sue
Comment Written 28-Jun-2010
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2010
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Thank you so very much. I am thrilled you enjoyed this one.