Death By Broken Heart
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Comment from kmoss
This is such a touching, heartbreaking flash fiction piece. I really like how well it flows. The picture you chose is perfect as well. Very nicely done.
reply by the author on 04-May-2021
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This is such a touching, heartbreaking flash fiction piece. I really like how well it flows. The picture you chose is perfect as well. Very nicely done.
Comment Written 04-May-2021
reply by the author on 04-May-2021
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Thank you so much for your six stars and for your thoughtful comments. I wish people would just allow the elephants to live their lives. Such amazing animals. Hugs.
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Congrats on second place!
Comment from dragonpoet
This is a sad story about true love and dying of a broken heart. I like the twist at the end that it was elephants and not people.
Keep writing and stay healthy.
Congrats on placing second in the contest.
dragonpoet
reply by the author on 04-May-2021
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This is a sad story about true love and dying of a broken heart. I like the twist at the end that it was elephants and not people.
Keep writing and stay healthy.
Congrats on placing second in the contest.
dragonpoet
Comment Written 04-May-2021
reply by the author on 04-May-2021
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Thank you very much. I humbly appreciate your supportive and encouraging comments. Elephants are amazing creatures. Thanks again. Hugs.
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You're very welcome.
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Comment from Erika Seshadri
Congrats on your second place win for this. I love elephants so much, and truly believe a mother could die from heartbreak. They are such emotional, social, intelligent creatures.
I don't know if you ever got the chance to check out my short story post for "Akashinga: The Brave Ones," but it's about the all-female wildlife ranger group in Zimbabwe that protect elephants from poachers. You might enjoy it. It's only about 300 words, I think...
reply by the author on 03-May-2021
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Congrats on your second place win for this. I love elephants so much, and truly believe a mother could die from heartbreak. They are such emotional, social, intelligent creatures.
I don't know if you ever got the chance to check out my short story post for "Akashinga: The Brave Ones," but it's about the all-female wildlife ranger group in Zimbabwe that protect elephants from poachers. You might enjoy it. It's only about 300 words, I think...
Comment Written 03-May-2021
reply by the author on 03-May-2021
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Yes, I voted for it in the contest. :-) I totally remember it. It was about the women who were laying down in the grass? Thank you so much for your review and comments. It is much appreciated. I love elephants too. My son from a very young age, has been infatuated with them, and I learned a lot since he was born. We even went to a sanctuary in San Andreas, California four his 18th birthday. Thanks again. Hugs.
Comment from Begin Again
How devastating and heartbreaking. The story is very well done and shows that animals too have emotions and love and family bonds. Congratulations on winning the second place ribbon for your story. Smiles, Carol
reply by the author on 03-May-2021
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How devastating and heartbreaking. The story is very well done and shows that animals too have emotions and love and family bonds. Congratulations on winning the second place ribbon for your story. Smiles, Carol
Comment Written 03-May-2021
reply by the author on 03-May-2021
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Thank you so much, Carol. I'm glad you liked the story. I was pretty excited to win second place! :-) Hugs and blessings to you.
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Of course, you should be! It's a tough crowd out there...every one is good and it's just what touches the right heart strings at the right time. Smiles, Carol
Comment from Judy Lawless
You have imparted some knowledge that many of us possibly hadn't heard about before. It seems elephants are far more empathetic to our family and friends than many humans. You've expressed this beautifully. Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 29-Apr-2021
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You have imparted some knowledge that many of us possibly hadn't heard about before. It seems elephants are far more empathetic to our family and friends than many humans. You've expressed this beautifully. Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 29-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 29-Apr-2021
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Thank you very much. My son happens to be a big fan of elephants, and he has taught me a lot about them. I appreciate your review. Hugs.
Comment from L. Kalere
What a beautiful heart-rending story. You have excellent writing skills, that pulled this reader in. It is a sad state for these elegant giants. I wonder if we'll be able to protect then before they're all gone.
I think you'll do very well in the contest. Best of luck.
Linda
reply by the author on 29-Apr-2021
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What a beautiful heart-rending story. You have excellent writing skills, that pulled this reader in. It is a sad state for these elegant giants. I wonder if we'll be able to protect then before they're all gone.
I think you'll do very well in the contest. Best of luck.
Linda
Comment Written 29-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 29-Apr-2021
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Thank you, Linda, for your supportive comments and review. I sure hope that they can be saved. Elephants are such special creatures. Hugs.
Comment from Anne Johnston
Very well written and kept me in suspense until the last paragraph, which was a surprise. Thank you for sharing the notes about the bond of friendship among the elephants.
reply by the author on 28-Apr-2021
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Very well written and kept me in suspense until the last paragraph, which was a surprise. Thank you for sharing the notes about the bond of friendship among the elephants.
Comment Written 28-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 28-Apr-2021
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Thank you. I'm glad you enjoyed it. That means a lot to me. Hugs.
Comment from Anne Johnston
Very well written and kept me in suspense until the last paragraph, which was a surprise. Thank you for sharing the notes about the bond of friendship among the elephants.
reply by the author on 28-Apr-2021
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Very well written and kept me in suspense until the last paragraph, which was a surprise. Thank you for sharing the notes about the bond of friendship among the elephants.
Comment Written 28-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 28-Apr-2021
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Strange. I just got two identical reviews from you. I guess I'll thank you twice. :-) Thank you thank you thank you. Wait. That's three times. Or is it for? Now I'm confused. :-) Strange. I just got two identical reviews from you. I guess I'll thank you twice. :-) Thank you thank you thank you.
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Can't understand why, I only remember doing one.
Comment from patcelaw
This is a wonderful story for the contest and I wish you the best. Many time even humans die from a broken heart. Have a blessed day.
Patricia
reply by the author on 28-Apr-2021
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This is a wonderful story for the contest and I wish you the best. Many time even humans die from a broken heart. Have a blessed day.
Patricia
Comment Written 28-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 28-Apr-2021
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Thank you, Patricia, for your comments and review. Yes, I have heard, more than once, of people who have died from what others believe to have been a broken heart. In both the human species and the elephant species, their broken hearts bring me sadness for them. Thanks again. Hugs.
Comment from Liz O'Neill
This makes me sad all over again. I saw a fb video of a similar scenario you are describing. What you described is heartbreaking. You are accurate in your account. They do gather round the deceased. Humans think they are superior to animals. They are not. This is a poignant tribute to the animal kingdom. Thank you.
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2021
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This makes me sad all over again. I saw a fb video of a similar scenario you are describing. What you described is heartbreaking. You are accurate in your account. They do gather round the deceased. Humans think they are superior to animals. They are not. This is a poignant tribute to the animal kingdom. Thank you.
Comment Written 27-Apr-2021
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2021
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Thank you for your comments and review. I read a book by Jodi Picoult and ever since, I have been in love with elephants. My son has been in love with them since he was born. :-) There capacity for human like emotion astounds me. Thanks again. Hugs.