Comment from higgybop

Excellent

Such vivid descriptions of feelings related to the ring. I could feel myself in those moments. Also, the opening paragraph is tightly written- all thriller, no filler. It sucked me in and kept me reading.

 Comment Written 22-Feb-2016

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reply by the author on 22-Feb-2016

Thanks so much for your review and kind comments. :-)

Comment from Bill O'Bier

Excellent

I appreciated your story and was drawn in. This piece paints a picture of your life. The descriptive language flowed well.

Thanks for sharing.
Bill--

 Comment Written 22-Feb-2016

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reply by the author on 22-Feb-2016

Bill, thanks so much for reviewing. I am happy you appreciated it. :-)

Comment from MelB

Excellent

This is a very well written piece. I'm sorry you had to go through that, but I know everything we go through helps us grow and become stronger. I can relate to much of your story. I had three guys say they wanted to marry me before I was 20 years old. So thankful I didn't marry then. Although, it didn't save me from more craziness. Best wishes in the contest. Thanks for sharing and yep, still love ya!~

 Comment Written 22-Feb-2016

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reply by the author on 22-Feb-2016

Thanks so much, Melissa. Glad you still love me! :-)

reply by MelB on 22-Feb-2016

LOL - Of course:)

reply by Anonymous Member on 22-Feb-2016

LOL - Of course:)

Comment from Jacqueline M Franklin

Exceptional

Hi, Karen

= You are so right -- don't matter!
= I believe most of us go through a period of doing what is expected of us by other peeps around us.
= I did for many years. Now, DON'T MATTER (*<*) (*<*)
= Life's lesson learned.
= At least you had the good sense to end it early, and not drag the unhappiness around for many years--both being miserable.
= Excellent story telling, my friend.
= Great entry. Good luck in the contest.

* Cheers & Blessings *
Keep Smilin'... Jackie <> Jax (*<*)

 Comment Written 22-Feb-2016

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reply by the author on 22-Feb-2016

Jax, my friend, thanks so much for your great review and for
deeming it worthy of a shiny star! Means a lot for this one. :-)

reply by Jacqueline M Franklin on 22-Feb-2016

You bet! (*<*)

Comment from Rosalyne

Excellent

Hi, Karen.
What stands out the most is the story is your return to happiness. It takes guts to admit when we make a mistake and courage to do something about it. You have both. How easy it is to be swept up in the wave of parties and excitement, turning off that inner voice of warning. You realized this and didn't hold onto a relationship that had no future. I really like the advice from your boss, a wise man. Your real friends and people that love you won't judge.
Best of luck in the contest.
Bye
Rosalyne :)

 Comment Written 22-Feb-2016

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reply by the author on 22-Feb-2016

Thanks, Rosalyne. It was a long time ago and I sometimes feel like it was a bad dream. I dont even mark the divorce box when I fill out an info sheet. lol

Comment from patcelaw

Excellent

Boxergirl, this was an interesting read. Your wanting to have your freedom, may well be what many men and women need to do, and not be pressured into a marriage.
All the way through the story it was Don you were marrying yet in the it seems Paul was the man,
I was a beautiful bride, and Paul, a handsome groom. Wasn't Don the groom, not Paul?

 Comment Written 22-Feb-2016

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reply by the author on 22-Feb-2016

Oops, I had chsnged the name to protect the guilty. I missed one! Thanks for the catch.

reply by patcelaw on 22-Feb-2016

Maybe it should have been Paul. LOL

reply by the author on 22-Feb-2016

8-)

Comment from William Ross

Excellent

Why not an annulment you were not married a year yet, better then a divorce. Great story Great write thanks for sharing this and have a wonderful day.

 Comment Written 22-Feb-2016

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reply by the author on 22-Feb-2016

Thanks for your review and kind comments. I was niave about my choices or I probably would have.

Comment from LIJ Red

Excellent

This isn't the kind of thing I usually seek out, and I wouldn't wish marriage on Ahriman, but it is written well, in good order, Excellent.

 Comment Written 22-Feb-2016

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reply by the author on 22-Feb-2016

Thanks for stopping by. I appreciate your comments. :-)

Comment from Ulla

Excellent

Wow, That's a very well told story of a particular painful time in your life. It's easy to be drawn in because the norm says that's what you have to do. Good for you that you could draw the line when you realised the mistake. Hope you have had a good life since then. Just one thing, what is a PG13 honeymoon? Can't even guess what it is. Good luck in the contest. All the best. Ulla

 Comment Written 22-Feb-2016

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reply by the author on 22-Feb-2016

Thanks so much for your review, Ulla. As for a PG13 honeymoon, let's just say it never had any R rated scenes. :-)

reply by Ulla on 23-Feb-2016

How daft I am. Never thought in what used to be picture rating. Thank you for enlightening me and of course the honeymoon takes a whole new meaning. All best.Ulla:)

Comment from TAB_that's me

Excellent

Before I even read it, I have to say I love 'pharisaic sandals' - awesome imagery!

Oh, I know how society is - that is why I married at age 19 to man - to make everyone but me happy.

You were so right and strong to get out early.

I love your story. You told it very well. Great language and imagery.

Good luck in the contest.

teresa

 Comment Written 22-Feb-2016

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reply by the author on 22-Feb-2016

Thanks, Teresa. I appreciate your comments and your connection to my story. There is a whole other chapter that followed, perhaps another day. :-)