The Clock On The Wall
As a friends heart goes, so does mine20 total reviews
Comment from Minglement
This is a beautiful tribute to your parents and weel describes that 'A reminder of the love between mother and child. That unbreakable--unfathomable bond'. It's like no other. Did you read my story on the loss of my son, 'Tuck tuck' (it's in my portolio)? Humpwhistle is an incredible writer also. I'm curious about your dedication here, to him. Has he had a recent loss? Take care my friend and know that there are those who understand. Great job. Marcia
reply by the author on 13-Jan-2012
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This is a beautiful tribute to your parents and weel describes that 'A reminder of the love between mother and child. That unbreakable--unfathomable bond'. It's like no other. Did you read my story on the loss of my son, 'Tuck tuck' (it's in my portolio)? Humpwhistle is an incredible writer also. I'm curious about your dedication here, to him. Has he had a recent loss? Take care my friend and know that there are those who understand. Great job. Marcia
Comment Written 13-Jan-2012
reply by the author on 13-Jan-2012
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Hi Marcia...I need to catch up to you. And my apologies...I will read your story asap. Please remind me again?? Lee/Humpwhistle's mother passed recently, and he is very nice...read "I Signed The Paper" and his last post. Very heartbreaking. It brought all my sadness back again. Thank you for appreciating this. luv, susan
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No problem, I understand 'busy' :) Sorry for the typos. Yes, I've enjoyed his work, but didn't know about his mom passing away. Find some happy stuff to read! Hugs, Marcia
Comment from Bellringer
Susan, this was a very thoughtful and, I'm sure, painful write for you. But very well written. The fact that you did this for lee, is a sacrifice of love and kindness--the best gift that one person can give to another. I've learned that writing about our pain and encouraging another person experiencing close to the same helps. Thank you, my friend. Blessings, Hector
reply by the author on 12-Jan-2012
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Susan, this was a very thoughtful and, I'm sure, painful write for you. But very well written. The fact that you did this for lee, is a sacrifice of love and kindness--the best gift that one person can give to another. I've learned that writing about our pain and encouraging another person experiencing close to the same helps. Thank you, my friend. Blessings, Hector
Comment Written 12-Jan-2012
reply by the author on 12-Jan-2012
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Hi Hector...thank you very much. I am just saddened to see Lee hurt. I appreciate your reading and being here for me, and all of us. xx. Susan
Comment from KathyH
This is beautifully written. It captures that inevitable grief we all feel when we lose a parent. My mother also had dementia and left long before we lost her. A double parting and one that lingers. very nicely written. Kathy
reply by the author on 12-Jan-2012
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This is beautifully written. It captures that inevitable grief we all feel when we lose a parent. My mother also had dementia and left long before we lost her. A double parting and one that lingers. very nicely written. Kathy
Comment Written 12-Jan-2012
reply by the author on 12-Jan-2012
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HI Kathy...thank you very much. The one who missed out is my son. He could not get to know Mom and Dad because they developed this before we lived close to them again. So, a sad affair. I am sad too about a friends loss. Life is so painful...I am thrilled with the kind rating too Kathy. Very nice. hug!! Susan
Comment from Dave M
Susan,
This is an excellent memoir about dealing with death. I appreciated this post and found a pair of nits:
"We have to suffer in it's [its] grip. It's [Its] horrible, choking grip of hurt, that rips apart our souls."
Most of us on Fanstory are older, and we've all dealt with these matters. It isn't easy.
Dave
reply by the author on 11-Jan-2012
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Susan,
This is an excellent memoir about dealing with death. I appreciated this post and found a pair of nits:
"We have to suffer in it's [its] grip. It's [Its] horrible, choking grip of hurt, that rips apart our souls."
Most of us on Fanstory are older, and we've all dealt with these matters. It isn't easy.
Dave
Comment Written 11-Jan-2012
reply by the author on 11-Jan-2012
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Hi Dave, I fixed the apostrophes...thank you again. Your help is always appreciated. I'm sorry I can't remember them. Thank you so!! Susan
Comment from Paradox Tremors
Beautifully written my friend--I have been through that myself. It's never easy and harder to understand the whys of what caused it. This brought tears to my eyes and I wished I could give you a six for this.
reply by the author on 11-Jan-2012
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Beautifully written my friend--I have been through that myself. It's never easy and harder to understand the whys of what caused it. This brought tears to my eyes and I wished I could give you a six for this.
Comment Written 11-Jan-2012
reply by the author on 11-Jan-2012
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Hi there! It's the thought that counts!! And I appreciate your great review a lot. Just glad you took the time to read and let me know your thoughts...hugs. Susan
Comment from cheyennewy
Hi Susan,
This story is difficult to read with a dry eye...anyway it is for me. Since you dedicated it to Lee I wonder if he has had a loss, as well. As usual you have written this with the skill of an superb writer. Well done....blessings, chey
reply by the author on 11-Jan-2012
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Hi Susan,
This story is difficult to read with a dry eye...anyway it is for me. Since you dedicated it to Lee I wonder if he has had a loss, as well. As usual you have written this with the skill of an superb writer. Well done....blessings, chey
Comment Written 11-Jan-2012
reply by the author on 11-Jan-2012
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Hi Chey...yes, Lee's mother just passed and he posted a very heartbreaking commentary, if you like, you could pm him? Humpwhistle is his screen name...he is a great writer! You would enjoy all of his work. His post got made me start remembering and going thru photos...so sad. I thank you for reading this too my friend...xx. Susan
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I do read Lee's work and enjoy it. Thanks for letting me know...chey
Comment from Sasha
You took me on a deeply emotional journey back to my own mother's death 5 years ago. Your amazing and so accurate description of the pain became...painful. Yes, we have no choice but to move forward; we cannot go back and yes, the sun does shine again.
reply by the author on 11-Jan-2012
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You took me on a deeply emotional journey back to my own mother's death 5 years ago. Your amazing and so accurate description of the pain became...painful. Yes, we have no choice but to move forward; we cannot go back and yes, the sun does shine again.
Comment Written 11-Jan-2012
reply by the author on 11-Jan-2012
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Hi there Sasha! Thank you for a kind and thoughtful review. It's hard for me, even now, to keep from being angry about how my mom died, and Lee's post got my motor going again. I wish I could wipe the pain from everyone's hearts that I know and love. hug! Susan
Comment from Spitfire
A poignant piece that captures the love you have for your mother and dad. Choosing clothes for her burial leads into the details of her death. This shows how well you know your craft. Your words capture the difficulty of those left behind to deal with a new kind of pain. An encouraging and optimistic ending. Well done.
reply by the author on 11-Jan-2012
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A poignant piece that captures the love you have for your mother and dad. Choosing clothes for her burial leads into the details of her death. This shows how well you know your craft. Your words capture the difficulty of those left behind to deal with a new kind of pain. An encouraging and optimistic ending. Well done.
Comment Written 11-Jan-2012
reply by the author on 11-Jan-2012
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HI Shari..I remember her room the most that day. How quiet. How her scent still lingered. I did this too when a horse I cherished was killed by a low jet that did a sonic boom over his stall. I clung to his halter. It smelled like him. That clean horse scent. Life is so painful at times, it takes my breath away...thank you for being here Shari. xoxo. Susan
Comment from missy98writer
Susan,
Your Non-fiction piece is profound and fabulously written with vivid imagery painting a picture. The art work of the pink rose is elloquent. Your narrative is great. You word structure is very good. In your non-fiction you did an effective job using the writing devices of alliteration and metsphor. I bet Lee is thrilled. How sad your mother wanted ice cream at McDonalds and on the way there in a wreck. I'm crying now. Bravo on an exceptional piece of non-fiction, my friend. I'd recommend this non-fiction essay to other readers. Keep on writing passionately. I wish you a blessed day. Peace out...Melissa.
reply by the author on 13-Jan-2012
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Susan,
Your Non-fiction piece is profound and fabulously written with vivid imagery painting a picture. The art work of the pink rose is elloquent. Your narrative is great. You word structure is very good. In your non-fiction you did an effective job using the writing devices of alliteration and metsphor. I bet Lee is thrilled. How sad your mother wanted ice cream at McDonalds and on the way there in a wreck. I'm crying now. Bravo on an exceptional piece of non-fiction, my friend. I'd recommend this non-fiction essay to other readers. Keep on writing passionately. I wish you a blessed day. Peace out...Melissa.
Comment Written 11-Jan-2012
reply by the author on 13-Jan-2012
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Hi Melissa...thank you. I am just going thru some down times too. Lee's posts sure brought back my own pain. Ouch... all over again. It's been five years for me. But when I dwell on it, well. It's like yesterday. I was 170 miles away too, and had to drive there...half asleep, going on adrenaline. Just awful. Thanks for reading and your kindness too my friend. Hug your mother every day. luv, Susan
Comment from Writingfundimension
What an absolutely beautiful tribute to your mother, Susan. Your wisdom and spiritual beauty shine through your words and the pain you still feel is palpable to the reader. They say we go to a better place when we die...I've always felt sorry for the ones left behind to face the painful, endless days. Your final paragraph is sheer poetry. Wish I had a six for this memorable write. Blessings, Bev
reply by the author on 13-Jan-2012
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What an absolutely beautiful tribute to your mother, Susan. Your wisdom and spiritual beauty shine through your words and the pain you still feel is palpable to the reader. They say we go to a better place when we die...I've always felt sorry for the ones left behind to face the painful, endless days. Your final paragraph is sheer poetry. Wish I had a six for this memorable write. Blessings, Bev
Comment Written 11-Jan-2012
reply by the author on 13-Jan-2012
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Hi Bev, thank you...I was taken back to the day, and the months, by Lee's loss. It is so painful. And to see someone you care about hurting. Thank you for this kind review...hug, Suse
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You're welcome, Suse. I'm working on getting the information to you that I mentioned. I'll get something to you as soon as I figure out to download and send. Yikes...I'm such a computer idiot. Hugs, Bev
