Comment from Curt Mongold

Excellent

I had to laugh when I read this! Not only is it true, but you added so much metaphorical humor and raw feelings together as to make this read a complex soup that satisfies this reader completely. No bread for me, I'm full!
Man, I could have used this advice two years ago!
Just fantastic, wish I had a sixer for this. It deserves one!
Curt

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reply by the author on 21-Jan-2013

Hey Curt, thanks, I appreciate your remarks all the more because I know what an excellent writer you are. here's an extended "author's notes" that I have been attaching to my replies that you might like to read. Thanks again, Dennis

I've gotten more responses from this essay (accidently labeled poetry by me) than any other I have submitted here on this literary playground known as FS. So, although I will add a personal note to each reviewer, I thought Iâ??d offer an extension of the usual authorâ??s notes accompanying our writings. Here goes: Although much of this piece really reflects my own, sometimes painful learning experience in using electronic words to communicate, it was MEANT to be funny. So I was astounded to find some took it seriously. Herein, another example of the often huge gap between a writerâ??s written ideas and the perception of his readers. I donâ??t think itâ??s all my fault, since humor and pain are often intermingled, used to sketch out an idea for all to see by their very contrasts of black and white. . Anyone who disagrees with this hypothesis will receive a nasty response from me almost immediately! (KIDDING)

Let me also admit, confess, be chagrined, and own up to being the bad guy in some of these exchanges that get out of hand. With the wisdom of years, both good and bad experience and some still fresh wounds, I look forward to an increasing maturity while it can still make a difference in our collective lives. Letâ??s cut the other guy some slack and laugh at our own foibles, admitting with Pogo, â??We have met the enemy and he is us.â??.

Still, these kinds of battles, on one level, may have some redeeming value, in that at least a few folks are informed about other ideas, even against their will. This can be a good thing. Read the history of learning sanitation in the field of medicine for a true life example of this principal. Thanks for reading and reviewing my work. I appreciate anyone taking time out from writing their own masterpieces to read my stuff.

Sincerely, Dennis

Comment from Spitfire

Excellent

What a hoot! Makes me think of child-rearing advice: When angry with your child, instead of shouting, use big vocabulary words the will stun and confuse him. Great right, Dennis. I do think those cruel reviews are a deliberate attempt to create drama. Get a life, I say!
Hugs,
Shari

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reply by the author on 21-Jan-2013

Thanks Shari,
As always, I appreciate you reading and commenting on my stuff. Glad you liked it. Here's a piece I have been attaching to each response. You might like to take a look at it. Dennis

I've gotten more responses from this essay (accidently labeled poetry by me) than any other I have submitted here on this literary playground known as FS. So, although I will add a personal note to each reviewer, I thought Iâ??d offer an extension of the usual authorâ??s notes accompanying our writings. Here goes: Although much of this piece really reflects my own, sometimes painful learning experience in using electronic words to communicate, it was MEANT to be funny. So I was astounded to find some took it seriously. Herein, another example of the often huge gap between a writerâ??s written ideas and the perception of his readers. I donâ??t think itâ??s all my fault, since humor and pain are often intermingled, used to sketch out an idea for all to see by their very contrasts of black and white. . Anyone who disagrees with this hypothesis will receive a nasty response from me almost immediately! (KIDDING)

Let me also admit, confess, be chagrined, and own up to being the bad guy in some of these exchanges that get out of hand. With the wisdom of years, both good and bad experiences and some still fresh wounds, I look forward to an increasing maturity while it can still make a difference in our collective lives. Letâ??s cut the other guy some slack and laugh at our own foibles, admitting with Pogo, â??We have met the enemy and he is us.â??.

Still, these kinds of battles, on one level, may have some redeeming value, in that at least a few folks are informed about other ideas, even against their will. This can be a good thing. Read the history of learning sanitation in the field of medicine for a true life example of this principal.. Thanks for reading and reviewing my work. I appreciate anyone taking time out from writing their own masterpieces to read my stuff.

Sincerely, Dennis

reply by Spitfire on 21-Jan-2013

Ha,ha. At least, I spotted it as satire. Takes one to know one. Smile.

Comment from Louise Michelle

Excellent

You've done it again, Dennis. Using great wit and insight, you have explored this very tricky FanStory scenario. The problem with this place is it's filled with too many writers, and we all know that most writers are over sensitive and somewhat egotistical. Perhaps the answer is to invite stock brokers and lawyers to join our little community. Their postings would probably be boring, but wouldn't be cause for insulting critiques because the readers would all be asleep, lol. Hugs, Lou

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reply by the author on 21-Jan-2013

I LOVE LOU!

Iâ??ve gotten more responses from this essay (accidently labeled poetry by me) than any other I have submitted here on this literary playground known as FS. So, although I will add a personal note to each reviewer, I thought Iâ??d offer an extension of the usual authorâ??s notes accompanying our writings. Here goes: Although much of this piece really reflects my own, sometimes painful learning experience in using electronic words to communicate, it was MEANT to be funny. So I was astounded to find some took it seriously. Herein, another example of the often huge gap between a writerâ??s projected ideas and the perception of his readers. I donâ??t think itâ??s all my fault, since humor and pain are often intermingled, used to sketch out an idea for all to see by their very contrasts of black and white. . Anyone who disagrees with this hypothesis will receive a nasty response from me almost immediately! (KIDDING)

Let me also admit, confess, be chagrined, and own up to being the bad guy in some of these exchanges that get out of hand. With the wisdom of years, both good and bad experience and some still fresh wounds, I look forward to an increasing maturity while it can still make a difference in our collective lives. Letâ??s cut the other guy some slack and laugh at our own foibles, admitting with Pogo, â??We have met the enemy and he is us.â??.

Still, these kinds of battles, on one level, may have some redeeming value, in that at least a few folks are informed about other ideas, even against their will. This can be a good thing. Read the history of learning sanitation in the field of medicine for a true life example of this principal.. Thanks for reading and reviewing my work. I appreciate anyone taking time out from writing their own masterpieces to read my stuff.

Sincerely, Dennis Thanks Lou, You wouldn't believe the variation in responses I've been getting. All positive so far yet as scattered as a shotgun pattern. One dear lady commended me on my "bravery" and several other virtues foreign to my experience!

God bless you, Dennis

Comment from Thesis

Excellent

LOL. Constructive criticism is always an unwanted tool by a writer who knows it all.

I like the "Oh yeah?" line. It fits well when confronting barbarians. Your letter was filled with helpful hints and comments regarding the writers capability, capped off by the blocking notification; priceless.

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reply by the author on 21-Jan-2013

Iâ??ve gotten more responses from this essay (accidently labeled poetry by me) than any other I have submitted here on this literary playground known as FS. So, although I will add a personal note to each reviewer, I thought Iâ??d offer an extension of the usual authorâ??s notes accompanying our writings. Here goes: Although much of this piece really reflects my own, sometimes painful learning experience in using electronic words to communicate, it was MEANT to be funny. So I was astounded to find some took it seriously. Herein, another example of the often huge gap between a writerâ??s projected ideas and the perception of his readers. I donâ??t think itâ??s all my fault, since humor and pain are often intermingled, used to sketch out an idea for all to see by their very contrasts of black and white. . Anyone who disagrees with this hypothesis will receive a nasty response from me almost immediately! (KIDDING)

Let me also admit, confess, be chagrined, and own up to being the bad guy in some of these exchanges that get out of hand. With the wisdom of years, both good and bad experience and some still fresh wounds, I look forward to an increasing maturity while it can still make a difference in our collective lives. Letâ??s cut the other guy some slack and laugh at our own foibles, admitting with Pogo, â??We have met the enemy and he is us.â??.

Still, these kinds of battles, on one level, may have some redeeming value, in that at least a few folks are informed about other ideas, even against their will. This can be a good thing. Read the history of learning sanitation in the field of medicine for a true life example of this principal.. Thanks for reading and reviewing my work. I appreciate anyone taking time out from writing their own masterpieces to read my stuff.

Sincerely, Dennis Thanks, Thesis, for reading and commenting. Be careful out there the woods are full of Barbarians! LOL

Comment from Lynn Moses

Exceptional

Thanks for writing this. I am new to Fanstory and am saddened to hear that this is an issue here. I want to give people my honest feedback and want them to do the same for me. I had hoped that this was a safe place to do that and for me, so far it is. I may not be the best reviewer, and I certainly don't want to get verbally beat up for it, but I want to help people and have them help me. I know I have gained much from others reviewing my work. It can be scary at times, but how else will we ever improve? Again, thanks for writing this and I hope many people will take your words to heart and get over thinking they can't stand to improve.

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reply by the author on 21-Jan-2013

Iâ??ve gotten more responses from this essay (accidently labeled poetry by me) than any other I have submitted here on this literary playground known as FS. So, although I will add a personal note to each reviewer, I thought Iâ??d offer an extension of the usual authorâ??s notes accompanying our writings. Here goes: Although much of this piece really reflects my own, sometimes painful learning experience in using electronic words to communicate, it was MEANT to be funny. So I was astounded to find some took it seriously. Herein, another example of the often huge gap between a writerâ??s projected ideas and the perception of his readers. I donâ??t think itâ??s all my fault, since humor and pain are often intermingled, used to sketch out an idea for all to see by their very contrasts of black and white. . Anyone who disagrees with this hypothesis will receive a nasty response from me almost immediately! (KIDDING)

Let me also admit, confess, be chagrined, and own up to being the bad guy in some of these exchanges that get out of hand. With the wisdom of years, both good and bad experience and some still fresh wounds, I look forward to an increasing maturity while it can still make a difference in our collective lives. Letâ??s cut the other guy some slack and laugh at our own foibles, admitting with Pogo, â??We have met the enemy and he is us.â??.

Still, these kinds of battles, on one level, may have some redeeming value, in that at least a few folks are informed about other ideas, even against their will. This can be a good thing. Read the history of learning sanitation in the field of medicine for a true life example of this principal.. Thanks for reading and reviewing my work. I appreciate anyone taking time out from writing their own masterpieces to read my stuff.

Sincerely, Dennis Dear Irmosea, I'm sorry if I gave you the wrong impression. There are all kinds of people here on FS just like in life. Hope my preceding piece encourages you to keep on being one of the good gus on here! We need you! :) Best to you, Dennis

Comment from Nebukadneser

Excellent

Absolutely brilliantly written. i stood in awe of your talent with words and the clever wit you braided into your argument.
You are extremely talented and the read was a laugh a minute, no sorry a laugh a second. I'm going to memorize your letter and lie in wait for my first victim who is going to dispute my review of their brilliant minds. The ambush would be such a nice surprise for them as they look forward to their trip to hell, not being able to let me have it since they will be blocked.
Well done
you're a super star
Cool bananas and warm regards
Nebukadneser

 Comment Written 21-Jan-2013

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reply by the author on 21-Jan-2013

Cool bananas are my very favorite reviews! They are far better than stars;did you ever taste a star? And the points are scratchy to ones throat! Seriously, thank you! I had great fun writing this and to know you enjoyed it too makes it extra special to me. Dennis (be careful out there!)

Comment from Shadow Pahn

Excellent

Haha, lovely piece.
Really enjoyed it and it made me laugh. (You barbarian)
I hope to read more of your work, and by all means, keep firing truth missiles at Fanstory, it is the only way to improve us.

 Comment Written 21-Jan-2013

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reply by the author on 21-Jan-2013

Barbarians are us! Thanks for reading and encouraging me. I will remove your name from the hit list ... for now. Don't make me put it back! :) Dennis

Comment from angelmagnet

Good

How Funny. My mother always taught me say something nice first and then offer criticism and correction and then finish with something else that's positive. Remember to have fun

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The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.

 Comment Written 21-Jan-2013

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reply by the author on 21-Jan-2013

Iâ??ve gotten more responses from this essay (accidently labeled poetry by me) than any other I have submitted here on this literary playground known as FS. So, although I will add a personal note to each reviewer, I thought Iâ??d offer an extension of the usual authorâ??s notes accompanying our writings. Here goes: Although much of this piece really reflects my own, sometimes painful learning experience in using electronic words to communicate, it was MEANT to be funny. So I was astounded to find some took it seriously. Herein, another example of the often huge gap between a writerâ??s projected ideas and the perception of his readers. I donâ??t think itâ??s all my fault, since humor and pain are often intermingled, used to sketch out an idea for all to see by their very contrasts of black and white. . Anyone who disagrees with this hypothesis will receive a nasty response from me almost immediately! (KIDDING)

Let me also admit, confess, be chagrined, and own up to being the bad guy in some of these exchanges that get out of hand. With the wisdom of years, both good and bad experience and some still fresh wounds, I look forward to an increasing maturity while it can still make a difference in our collective lives. Letâ??s cut the other guy some slack and laugh at our own foibles, admitting with Pogo, â??We have met the enemy and he is us.â??.

Still, these kinds of battles, on one level, may have some redeeming value, in that at least a few folks are informed about other ideas, even against their will. This can be a good thing. Read the history of learning sanitation in the field of medicine for a true life example of this principal.. Thanks for reading and reviewing my work. I appreciate anyone taking time out from writing their own masterpieces to read my stuff.

Sincerely, Dennis Thanks for reading and commenting. I intend to follow your advice! Dennis

reply by angelmagnet on 21-Jan-2013

thanks for the extended reply. It's nice to recognize that aging has the accompanying assets of wisdom and maturity. I think you're okay, growing a thick skin is a good thing for a writer. Maybe even necessary.

Comment from MelissaBickel

Excellent

Well say it like you mean it LOL!!! I think this was a rather clever and well rounded attempt to put someone in their place.

So many wear their writer's feelings on their shirt sleeve and it's hard to hear what could potentially make them better. Enjoyed reading this.

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reply by the author on 21-Jan-2013

Iâ??ve gotten more responses from this essay (accidently labeled poetry by me) than any other I have submitted here on this literary playground known as FS. So, although I will add a personal note to each reviewer, I thought Iâ??d offer an extension of the usual authorâ??s notes accompanying our writings. Here goes: Although much of this piece really reflects my own, sometimes painful learning experience in using electronic words to communicate, it was MEANT to be funny. So I was astounded to find some took it seriously. Herein, another example of the often huge gap between a writerâ??s projected ideas and the perception of his readers. I donâ??t think itâ??s all my fault, since humor and pain are often intermingled, used to sketch out an idea for all to see by their very contrasts of black and white. . Anyone who disagrees with this hypothesis will receive a nasty response from me almost immediately! (KIDDING)

Let me also admit, confess, be chagrined, and own up to being the bad guy in some of these exchanges that get out of hand. With the wisdom of years, both good and bad experience and some still fresh wounds, I look forward to an increasing maturity while it can still make a difference in our collective lives. Letâ??s cut the other guy some slack and laugh at our own foibles, admitting with Pogo, â??We have met the enemy and he is us.â??.

Still, these kinds of battles, on one level, may have some redeeming value, in that at least a few folks are informed about other ideas, even against their will. This can be a good thing. Read the history of learning sanitation in the field of medicine for a true life example of this principal.. Thanks for reading and reviewing my work. I appreciate anyone taking time out from writing their own masterpieces to read my stuff.

Sincerely, Dennis Thanks Melissa!

Comment from WickedRestless

Excellent

You had me laughing out loud with this one. (Thankfully, I was in fact alone!)

I think in some places you used semi-colons where colons would have worked better, especially in the paragraph beginning "Listen carefully."

Other than that, hilarious.

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reply by the author on 21-Jan-2013

Iâ??ve gotten more responses from this essay (accidently labeled poetry by me) than any other I have submitted here on this literary playground known as FS. So, although I will add a personal note to each reviewer, I thought Iâ??d offer an extension of the usual authorâ??s notes accompanying our writings. Here goes: Although much of this piece really reflects my own, sometimes painful learning experience in using electronic words to communicate, it was MEANT to be funny. So I was astounded to find some took it seriously. Herein, another example of the often huge gap between a writerâ??s projected ideas and the perception of his readers. I donâ??t think itâ??s all my fault, since humor and pain are often intermingled, used to sketch out an idea for all to see by their very contrasts of black and white. . Anyone who disagrees with this hypothesis will receive a nasty response from me almost immediately! (KIDDING)

Let me also admit, confess, be chagrined, and own up to being the bad guy in some of these exchanges that get out of hand. With the wisdom of years, both good and bad experience and some still fresh wounds, I look forward to an increasing maturity while it can still make a difference in our collective lives. Letâ??s cut the other guy some slack and laugh at our own foibles, admitting with Pogo, â??We have met the enemy and he is us.â??.

Still, these kinds of battles, on one level, may have some redeeming value, in that at least a few folks are informed about other ideas, even against their will. This can be a good thing. Read the history of learning sanitation in the field of medicine for a true life example of this principal.. Thanks for reading and reviewing my work. I appreciate anyone taking time out from writing their own masterpieces to read my stuff.

Sincerely, Dennis Thanks, good of you to read and comment.