Hard Candy Christmas
I Believe contest27 total reviews
Comment from bowls
How lovely! I got goosebumps reading it. I can remember many of those Christmases. Oh, and that smell...for a while we lived in a town that was close to a paper mill and I'll never forget that odour. However, as you say, it's all about family. I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving. Being Canadian I've already celebrated Thanksgiving with our youngest daughter. Yes, it's all about family.
reply by the author on 08-Nov-2011
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How lovely! I got goosebumps reading it. I can remember many of those Christmases. Oh, and that smell...for a while we lived in a town that was close to a paper mill and I'll never forget that odour. However, as you say, it's all about family. I hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving. Being Canadian I've already celebrated Thanksgiving with our youngest daughter. Yes, it's all about family.
Comment Written 07-Nov-2011
reply by the author on 08-Nov-2011
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Thank you for the kind review of my story. I thought it interesting that you knew (I wasn't sure if any of the readers would know) what a paper mill town smells like. Ugh. :o) I also hope you have a wonderful Thanksgiving.
Comment from manicblue
This was a really touching story. I loved how you told of the best memories being the ones of struggle in the face of adversity. Those are the best. When people give when they have nothing, those memories will stay with us forever. They're what binds us all together, to feel that kind of love.
I enjoyed this story you've shared about your loving family, especially at this time of year when so many struggle.
I wish you well in this contest.
mb xx
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2011
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This was a really touching story. I loved how you told of the best memories being the ones of struggle in the face of adversity. Those are the best. When people give when they have nothing, those memories will stay with us forever. They're what binds us all together, to feel that kind of love.
I enjoyed this story you've shared about your loving family, especially at this time of year when so many struggle.
I wish you well in this contest.
mb xx
Comment Written 07-Nov-2011
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2011
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Thank you for your kind comments and review. I am glad you enjoyed my story.
Comment from kiwigirl2821
I thought this was a moving account of what many of us have experienced at one time or another. You have approached the subject with heartfelt vibe, wonderful vocabulary that describes your situation perfectly. Well done and good luck in your contest. xoxo Kiwi
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2011
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I thought this was a moving account of what many of us have experienced at one time or another. You have approached the subject with heartfelt vibe, wonderful vocabulary that describes your situation perfectly. Well done and good luck in your contest. xoxo Kiwi
Comment Written 07-Nov-2011
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2011
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Thank you Kiwi for reading and commenting on my story. Thank you for your kind review.
Comment from Mariea
Good morning. A well written thoroughly edited short story. Memories hold us together when things get rough. Characters and dialogue realistic and without clutter.
Have a great day, hugs Mia
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2011
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Good morning. A well written thoroughly edited short story. Memories hold us together when things get rough. Characters and dialogue realistic and without clutter.
Have a great day, hugs Mia
Comment Written 07-Nov-2011
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2011
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Mariea, thank you for your kind review of my story.
Comment from oNray
I do so understand "hard candy Christmas" I was raised in a construction family (feast of famine) then I did the same to my family, but thinking back some of out broker holidays were some of the better ones.
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2011
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I do so understand "hard candy Christmas" I was raised in a construction family (feast of famine) then I did the same to my family, but thinking back some of out broker holidays were some of the better ones.
Comment Written 07-Nov-2011
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2011
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Thank you for your kind review of my story. Yes, feast or famine...a very familiar phrase. :o) My husband is now retired and he likes to say he is "now working for the government. The only problem it doesn't pay very much but it is a steady income." :o)
Comment from Janie King
This is a lovely story. Often parents have no idea what really touches the heart of a child the most. It's often things that didn't cost money. The first piece I posted on this site makes just that point.."A Mother's Heart" I hope you will find time to read it. Having each other and all being healthy is worth more than any tangible item that can be bought. God bless.
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2011
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This is a lovely story. Often parents have no idea what really touches the heart of a child the most. It's often things that didn't cost money. The first piece I posted on this site makes just that point.."A Mother's Heart" I hope you will find time to read it. Having each other and all being healthy is worth more than any tangible item that can be bought. God bless.
Comment Written 07-Nov-2011
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2011
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Thank you Janie for your kind review. Yes, I am often amazed at what my children remember and how they preceive the event. :o) I will definitely look up and read your "A Mother's Heart". Thanks
Comment from ericawrites
What a lovely story. I love the sentiments expressed. I think in today's world we forget that children cherish our love and care and those are the things they remember most, the special family times.
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reply by the author on 07-Nov-2011
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What a lovely story. I love the sentiments expressed. I think in today's world we forget that children cherish our love and care and those are the things they remember most, the special family times.
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The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.
Comment Written 07-Nov-2011
reply by the author on 07-Nov-2011
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Thank you Erica for your kind review of my story. I appreciate the stars and your comments.
