I Knew It!
Psst! Ever tried to catch a fairy?61 total reviews
Comment from Maureen's Pen
Hi Sharyn,
I loved this story my friend, you made come to life for me. Fabulous dialogue, and such wonderful descriptions with strong emotions...a perfect combination.
An excellent read I really enjoyed it.
Thanks for sharing.
Maureen
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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Hi Sharyn,
I loved this story my friend, you made come to life for me. Fabulous dialogue, and such wonderful descriptions with strong emotions...a perfect combination.
An excellent read I really enjoyed it.
Thanks for sharing.
Maureen
Comment Written 29-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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thx so much Maureen - glad you enjoyed my story! :) Sharyn
Comment from Scarbrems
This was such heaven to read. What a beautiful relationship you painted between Grandad and Janie, weaved into a magical tale of fairies, and the sadness of lost. I felt the tears well up as the grandad talked of his imminent death. Stunning. SOM coming up I fear
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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This was such heaven to read. What a beautiful relationship you painted between Grandad and Janie, weaved into a magical tale of fairies, and the sadness of lost. I felt the tears well up as the grandad talked of his imminent death. Stunning. SOM coming up I fear
Comment Written 29-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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aah ... there you are emsey - lovely to have you back, and especially lovely to have you read, review and like this piece enough to award it a magic '6'! (SOM by the way??)
:) Sharyn
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Story of the month. You inspired me to write my latest paying piece with this, by the way...
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GREAT!! I LOOK FORWARD TO READING IT! I SEE THERE'S SOMETHING IN MY 'IN' BOX FROM YOU, SO WILL GRAB MY COFFEE AND GO FOR IT!
:)S
Comment from Hollyhock
I have no six for you but this is so lovely. I started crying part way through and I'm still struggling now as I write this.
Such a beautiful story of love and loss and coming together and the magic that should be part of everyone's life, not just for the children. Although not Christmas story this is truly a story FOR Christmas.
I would say that this is one of your best yet, the characters live and breathe and we share everything with them.
Bitter-sweet, to be read and read again.
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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I have no six for you but this is so lovely. I started crying part way through and I'm still struggling now as I write this.
Such a beautiful story of love and loss and coming together and the magic that should be part of everyone's life, not just for the children. Although not Christmas story this is truly a story FOR Christmas.
I would say that this is one of your best yet, the characters live and breathe and we share everything with them.
Bitter-sweet, to be read and read again.
Comment Written 29-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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oh Andrea, what a sweetheart! I'm so glad you reached for the tissue-box on this one! It's actually based on a story my own grandfather told me (and yes, there WAS a footprint, and a magic leaf by my glass) - though he, himself, was a bit of a meanie! And yes, it seems a bit like a Christmas story, doesn't it? Probably is, as it's set in late November, when the jacarandas are starting to fall in Australia ... :) Sharn
Comment from Phyllis Stewart
What an enchanting tale! I was totally engrossed. Nell came in the night to take her beloved home, and the Tooth Fairy did her job well. If only real life was like your sweet story!
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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What an enchanting tale! I was totally engrossed. Nell came in the night to take her beloved home, and the Tooth Fairy did her job well. If only real life was like your sweet story!
Comment Written 29-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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But it IS Phyllis, didn't anyone tell you, my dear? :)))))))))) Sharyn
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I guess YOU just did! Good to know. :)
Comment from Espresso momma
I like the visuals in your story, and a wonderful portrait of a grand dad that reads to his grandchild. I think any child will love reading your story fully. Thanks..
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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I like the visuals in your story, and a wonderful portrait of a grand dad that reads to his grandchild. I think any child will love reading your story fully. Thanks..
Comment Written 29-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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Thank you so much my dear! :) Sharyn
Comment from bluedragon776
This is a really cute story. I really liked the imagery especially this part...Janie blew into the room like a mini hurricane of tumbling words.
Great description of a child's endless energy.
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reply by the author on 28-Nov-2012
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This is a really cute story. I really liked the imagery especially this part...Janie blew into the room like a mini hurricane of tumbling words.
Great description of a child's endless energy.
This rating does not count towards story rating or author rank.
The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.
Comment Written 28-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 28-Nov-2012
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Hey bd - please look over the review guidelines enclosed! Four stars MEANS: needs improvement, remember? I'm always open to suggestions, but would ask you to adhere to those guidelines please? :) Sharyn
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Comment from prayingpoet
So special to have a granddad that spends time reading and talking with a special granddaughter. I thought your word pictures were awesome. Children and adults will enjoy this as much as I did!
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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So special to have a granddad that spends time reading and talking with a special granddaughter. I thought your word pictures were awesome. Children and adults will enjoy this as much as I did!
Comment Written 28-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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thx so much Janice! :) Sharyn
Comment from mommerry
What a beautiful, touching and imaginative story you have written with nary a mistake in grammar, punctuation or spelling. Great dialogue. I loved the story.
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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What a beautiful, touching and imaginative story you have written with nary a mistake in grammar, punctuation or spelling. Great dialogue. I loved the story.
Comment Written 28-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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thx so much momerry! :) Sharyn
Comment from Deorre Leonard
This is a very creative and emotional story the flow is good. The characters are so real. You did an excellent job with this. Thanks for sharing. Deorre
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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This is a very creative and emotional story the flow is good. The characters are so real. You did an excellent job with this. Thanks for sharing. Deorre
Comment Written 28-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 29-Nov-2012
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thx so much Deorre! :) Sharynh
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
This is the most truly-ruly special, magical story I have ever read!! Absolutely delightful! I have to admit, I really do believe in Fairies, and Angels, and I won't have anyone say otherwise. I could feel everything this dear grandfather was feeling, honestly I can't say enough nice things about this story, it is amazing, very well done, and I just wish I had a 6 to give it. Loved it!! xsx Sandra
reply by the author on 28-Nov-2012
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This is the most truly-ruly special, magical story I have ever read!! Absolutely delightful! I have to admit, I really do believe in Fairies, and Angels, and I won't have anyone say otherwise. I could feel everything this dear grandfather was feeling, honestly I can't say enough nice things about this story, it is amazing, very well done, and I just wish I had a 6 to give it. Loved it!! xsx Sandra
Comment Written 28-Nov-2012
reply by the author on 28-Nov-2012
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Bless you, Sandra - I'm so glad you loved it! And a "virtual" is good enough! :) Sharyn
