Comment from Tonulak

Excellent

This was an interesting and informative essay that was clean and well-written. The technique of starting with a little "tata" humor was an effective way to break the ice and move on to the larger point. Great job.

 Comment Written 05-Jan-2012

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reply by the author on 05-Jan-2012

Thanks so much, Ted. I appreciate your great review and words of support. Kind regards, Bev

Comment from trinalynnes

Exceptional

Your use of humor to cover up the unease of a mammogram was well placed and appreciated. Your writing gave me much to think about as well as comparing mammograms to MRI's. You have done your homework! You make it easy for the reader to gain a better understanding of the whys and hows of this necessary evil.

 Comment Written 05-Jan-2012

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reply by the author on 05-Jan-2012

Thank you so much, trina, for your absolutely wonderful review. I am honored by your generous rating and appreciate that you took the time to read my essay. Many blessings, Bev

Comment from Bellringer

Exceptional

Bev, Exceptionally well written essay with sprinkles of humor, which always helps when dealing with this serious and often worrisome subject. Superb writing aside, your write provided an invaluable public service and I encourage you to try to get this placed in either a periodical read by women or other forum (even online) where this message my receive proper exposure (no pun intended). Blessings, Hector

 Comment Written 05-Jan-2012

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reply by the author on 05-Jan-2012

Thank you, my faithful friend, for your stunningly generous review and words of support. I'm going to have to consider the suggestions I've received about trying to seek a larger market for this piece. It's just that I can find so many ways it needs improvement. Thank you for taking time out read my essay and for your great personal insights. Warmest regards, Bev

reply by Bellringer on 05-Jan-2012

You're most welcome, Bev. Blessings always, Hector

reply by the author on 05-Jan-2012

And to you as well, my friend.

Comment from gramalot8

Excellent

Writingforfun, this is an awesome piece on a delicate subject. You tackeled with with finesse, grace and much good humor. I, too, have those large, fibrous breasts and do feel very lumpy at times. And, yeah, no fun with mammograms. Thanks for sharing your talent with us.

 Comment Written 05-Jan-2012

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reply by the author on 05-Jan-2012

Thank you so much gramalot8. I really appreciate your support for the essay and your delightful personal insights. I'm very honored by your wonderful review. Kindest regards, Bev

Comment from Rdfrdmom2

Excellent

Writingfundimension:

This could be reprinted and sent to magazines and
newspapers across the country to serve as a Public
Service Announcement. There is a history of breast
cancer in my family so I use due diligence in insuring
I get my mammograms done yearly -- no matter how
uncomfortable the feat may be.

thanks for sharing
love,
jan

 Comment Written 05-Jan-2012

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reply by the author on 05-Jan-2012

Hi, Jan. Thank you so much for your awesome review. I'm considering the suggestions by several folks about seeking a larger audience. You certainly know how to take good care of yourself by getting those mammograms. It really does come down to self-love and self-respect in my humble opinion. Hugs, Bev

Comment from Veronica Grace

Excellent

A very well written essay regarding the care and maintenance of our health in the form of mammograms and self exam. I liked the artwork, kinda reminded me of the spread and twist between the glass at afore mentioned exam. Thank you for the info.

 Comment Written 05-Jan-2012

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reply by the author on 05-Jan-2012

Thank you, Veronica Grace, for your wonderful review. I really appreciate your time and support. Warm regards, Bev

Comment from e.m.robinson

Excellent

Very good essay. I think you hit just the right tone for readers to want to read your essay and get good information, even life-saving information as well.

 Comment Written 05-Jan-2012

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reply by the author on 05-Jan-2012

Thank you for your very generous review, e.m. I appreciate it! Bev

Comment from barbara.wilkey

Excellent

Breast MRI's are a horrible thing. I felt terrible putting my breast into those whole. YUCK!!!!! I fully understand. Good write and excellent job of descriptions.

 Comment Written 05-Jan-2012

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reply by the author on 05-Jan-2012

Thanks so much, barbara. I really appreciate your generous review and personal insights. Warm regards, Bev

Comment from Tramore

Exceptional

A reading that could have been maybe boring or scary but instead is written in such a way that left me smiling!
And, more importantly, inspired me to make a new resolution to go have a mammogram more frequently.
For this I thank you!
BLESSINGS TO YOU.
Tramore

 Comment Written 05-Jan-2012

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reply by the author on 05-Jan-2012

Hi, Tramore. Thank you so much for your very generous words of support and review. I'm glad if something I wrote inspired a new resolution in you. That's what it's all about, eh? Blessings as well to you my friend. Warm regards, Bev

Comment from Betty517

Excellent

I have lost three Aunts to breast cancer! I go faithfully every year for an exam and I'm sorry to say they never did! They might still be with us today had they done just that! Great and informative piece. Yes you are right Men should as well!

Betty

 Comment Written 05-Jan-2012

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reply by the author on 05-Jan-2012

Breast cancer is a nasty way to die. So, like you, it's frustrating to think that a routine test could have saved your Aunt's lives and they didn't take advantage of it. Thanks for stopping by! Warm regards, Bev