An April Epiphany
Simple things - profound moments.42 total reviews
Comment from marcellawachtel
Yes, this is a very cute grandchild story (cute and smart, too!) I, too have had a feeling like that which you describe overcome me--'part of me will live in my descendants' and it is a concept to really make you wonder about why it is important- why are we so hungry for that assurance, although knowing that our consciousness will have been buried with us? I enjoyed reading your story/essay.
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2010
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Yes, this is a very cute grandchild story (cute and smart, too!) I, too have had a feeling like that which you describe overcome me--'part of me will live in my descendants' and it is a concept to really make you wonder about why it is important- why are we so hungry for that assurance, although knowing that our consciousness will have been buried with us? I enjoyed reading your story/essay.
Comment Written 04-Aug-2010
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2010
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Thank you Marcella - I'm glad that you read and enjoyed the story. You raised some interesting questions. Regards, Bill
Comment from Soledadpaz
I love this, the cat can't read! My granddaughter is only 9 months but she is a riot. I have her "brainwashed" to love music, all music. Today my husband played techno music and the beat intoxicated her to the point that her little behind was swinging back and forth! We spent the day just looking at her smiling face.
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2010
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I love this, the cat can't read! My granddaughter is only 9 months but she is a riot. I have her "brainwashed" to love music, all music. Today my husband played techno music and the beat intoxicated her to the point that her little behind was swinging back and forth! We spent the day just looking at her smiling face.
Comment Written 03-Aug-2010
reply by the author on 04-Aug-2010
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You've touched on something wonderful with the dancing. I've seen kids do this with great joy. Too bad they grow out of this. Thanks for reading and for the kind and generous rating. Regards, Bill
Comment from RazberryBullet
Loved this: "When it's past date, you shouldn't even give it to your cat." "It don't matter, Granny." My mother gently asked, "Why is that sweetheart?" "Cuz the cat can't read."
Oh, yeah!--Of course the logic, that smooth flawed logic, my granddaughter gets from me!
Got a chuckle at the ending ;p Good job!
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2010
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Loved this: "When it's past date, you shouldn't even give it to your cat." "It don't matter, Granny." My mother gently asked, "Why is that sweetheart?" "Cuz the cat can't read."
Oh, yeah!--Of course the logic, that smooth flawed logic, my granddaughter gets from me!
Got a chuckle at the ending ;p Good job!
Comment Written 03-Aug-2010
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2010
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Thanks RB - this one was special for me, so glad that you read and enjoyed. Rashid would probably think me a wimp! What the hell - I'm comfortable with my sensitive side. LOL Bill
Comment from SUSKI
This is such an adorable piece. It paints a picture of your mother, granddaughter, your daughter and yourself. Such a wonderful realization of how we live on in the generations that come after us.
SUSKI
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2010
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This is such an adorable piece. It paints a picture of your mother, granddaughter, your daughter and yourself. Such a wonderful realization of how we live on in the generations that come after us.
SUSKI
Comment Written 03-Aug-2010
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2010
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Thanks for reading Suski and for your kind words and rating!
Comment from fayesh
This was a lovely story of family and the promise that life continues in those traits we pass on to our children. I enjoyed the sensitive relationship of the child to the grandfather.
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2010
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This was a lovely story of family and the promise that life continues in those traits we pass on to our children. I enjoyed the sensitive relationship of the child to the grandfather.
Comment Written 03-Aug-2010
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2010
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Thanks for reading fayesh and for your kind words!
Comment from cheyennewy
Hi bhogg,
What a delightful story and wonderful little granddaughter. I love tales about the things children say...they are much more wise than grown ups. Is the picture of her? Thanks so much for the smile. chey
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2010
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Hi bhogg,
What a delightful story and wonderful little granddaughter. I love tales about the things children say...they are much more wise than grown ups. Is the picture of her? Thanks so much for the smile. chey
Comment Written 03-Aug-2010
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2010
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Hi Chey, thanks for reading and your kind comments. The picture is not my grandaughter. I had several, but none really fit. Boy, would I hate to tell her that!
Comment from vandawalker
What a delight this is to read. Your granddaughter said a priceless 'comeback' which is hilarious. But your ending brought me even more laughter. What good, successful writing!
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2010
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What a delight this is to read. Your granddaughter said a priceless 'comeback' which is hilarious. But your ending brought me even more laughter. What good, successful writing!
Comment Written 03-Aug-2010
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2010
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Thank you for reading, your kind review and the precious "sixer". Regards, Bill
Comment from AprilShower
Hi bhogg,
What a cute story of four generations this is! How nice that part of each of person lives on in each generation. I guess in a way even if a person doesn't have children or grandchildren, a part of us lives on in our nieces and nephews. When I look at niece's baby, I can see a small piece of myself there. That's strange isn't it? Thank you for sharing this short commentary with us.
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2010
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Hi bhogg,
What a cute story of four generations this is! How nice that part of each of person lives on in each generation. I guess in a way even if a person doesn't have children or grandchildren, a part of us lives on in our nieces and nephews. When I look at niece's baby, I can see a small piece of myself there. That's strange isn't it? Thank you for sharing this short commentary with us.
Comment Written 03-Aug-2010
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2010
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Thanks for reading and for your kind comments. Regards, Bill
Comment from Patrick G Cox
Hi bhogg
That's reassuring, I begin to think my cat can!
Lovely story, and you are right, we do leave a part of ourselves in our offspring and their offspring...
Well done,
Patrick
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2010
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Hi bhogg
That's reassuring, I begin to think my cat can!
Lovely story, and you are right, we do leave a part of ourselves in our offspring and their offspring...
Well done,
Patrick
Comment Written 03-Aug-2010
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2010
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Thanks for reading Patrick and I appreciate your kind words. Your cat just wants you to think it can read.
Comment from pugrpoems
Mothers are always right, except when it is spiritual things unless they are saved. You have written a good story, with a clear message! Thanks,pugrpoems.
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2010
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Mothers are always right, except when it is spiritual things unless they are saved. You have written a good story, with a clear message! Thanks,pugrpoems.
Comment Written 03-Aug-2010
reply by the author on 03-Aug-2010
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Thanks for reading and for your kind words!
