Spider Grandmother
a mystical reunion65 total reviews
Comment from Realist101
Oh this is beautiful. I love anything pertaining to Native Americans, and their lore...religion. ? 55 words are not many, but this is a story! Nice job Bev. Wow. :) Susan
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2013
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Oh this is beautiful. I love anything pertaining to Native Americans, and their lore...religion. ? 55 words are not many, but this is a story! Nice job Bev. Wow. :) Susan
Comment Written 13-Apr-2013
reply by the author on 13-Apr-2013
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Susan, thank you so much for this lovely review. I really appreciate your encouragement... I have a special place in my heart for all things Native. Hugs, Bev
Comment from Deborah Marie
Nice 55 word contest entry. Lovely photo. Nice progression, rhythm and flow for an excellent read. Good luck in the contest, Deb
reply by the author on 23-Mar-2013
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Nice 55 word contest entry. Lovely photo. Nice progression, rhythm and flow for an excellent read. Good luck in the contest, Deb
Comment Written 23-Mar-2013
reply by the author on 23-Mar-2013
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Thank you, Deborah. I really appreciate your generous review and good luck wishes. Warm regards, Bev
Comment from donkeyoatey
I LOVED the story..I find the old Native American creation myths to be fascinating, and you have done a quite thout provoking piedce with this..hopefully, it will cause others to read the myths, and stories of another culture. thanks for choosing my artwork. Donkeyoatey
reply by the author on 23-Mar-2013
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I LOVED the story..I find the old Native American creation myths to be fascinating, and you have done a quite thout provoking piedce with this..hopefully, it will cause others to read the myths, and stories of another culture. thanks for choosing my artwork. Donkeyoatey
Comment Written 22-Mar-2013
reply by the author on 23-Mar-2013
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Hi, D. Thanks so much for taking time to read. I appreciate your supportive and generous review. Also, your great artwork which always adds another dimension to any writing. Take care, Bev
Comment from kashmayank
saying something within a constrain of 55 words must be a difficult thing but you did a nice job and ths was a nice write all the best
reply by the author on 22-Mar-2013
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saying something within a constrain of 55 words must be a difficult thing but you did a nice job and ths was a nice write all the best
Comment Written 22-Mar-2013
reply by the author on 22-Mar-2013
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Thank you for your kind review, K. I appreciate it. Bev
Comment from vkmack
The story is mysterious and dangerous and intriguing. I love this idea; we are on the edge of a new, or is it old, world here. What beautiful images--the cave, the seeker, the figure in the moonlit--and in so few words. It reads like the opening of a science fiction book. Is it?
reply by the author on 22-Mar-2013
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The story is mysterious and dangerous and intriguing. I love this idea; we are on the edge of a new, or is it old, world here. What beautiful images--the cave, the seeker, the figure in the moonlit--and in so few words. It reads like the opening of a science fiction book. Is it?
Comment Written 22-Mar-2013
reply by the author on 22-Mar-2013
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Hi, VK. Thank you for this awesome review! I have been toying with this as the idea for a new novel, once I've finished my current one. Thanks for your input and generosity. Means a lot. Warmest regards, Bev
Comment from Adri7enne
Hi Bev,
I've read it several times with your notes. I'm trying to figure did Lansa imagine an extra-terrestrial being? Is he so hungry he's seeing things? It's an interesting short story. Good luck in the contest, my friend.
Been a while since you posted a chapter, hasn't it? You're getting almost as bad as me, girl. We must get back to it = both of us. I miss us. LOL!
reply by the author on 21-Mar-2013
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Hi Bev,
I've read it several times with your notes. I'm trying to figure did Lansa imagine an extra-terrestrial being? Is he so hungry he's seeing things? It's an interesting short story. Good luck in the contest, my friend.
Been a while since you posted a chapter, hasn't it? You're getting almost as bad as me, girl. We must get back to it = both of us. I miss us. LOL!
Comment Written 21-Mar-2013
reply by the author on 21-Mar-2013
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Yay, you got where I was headed with the story!! I know, I've been bad... had a trip which put me far behind. But it was good to get away for a while. You are right, Adrienne, we both need to get the lead out! I will, if you will LOL. Love ya, Bev
Comment from Joan E.
What an intriguing title! Thank you for your notes of additional context. They added to my enjoyment of your legend and gave an insightful comparison to our "extra-terrestrial" descriptions. I liked your personification of the cave and the drama you created in this tiny vignette. Best wishes in the contest. -Joan
reply by the author on 21-Mar-2013
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What an intriguing title! Thank you for your notes of additional context. They added to my enjoyment of your legend and gave an insightful comparison to our "extra-terrestrial" descriptions. I liked your personification of the cave and the drama you created in this tiny vignette. Best wishes in the contest. -Joan
Comment Written 21-Mar-2013
reply by the author on 21-Mar-2013
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Joan, thank you so much for 'getting' my story. I really appreciate your awesome review and good luck wishes. They mean a lot! Hugs, Bev
Comment from N.K. Wagner
A well written story of a Hopi Indian's hallucinatory(?) experience during a time of fasting and self-examination. A rainbow circled moon means there's a thin cloud covering it. An unusual occurrence in the desert. Well done. :) nancy
reply by the author on 21-Mar-2013
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A well written story of a Hopi Indian's hallucinatory(?) experience during a time of fasting and self-examination. A rainbow circled moon means there's a thin cloud covering it. An unusual occurrence in the desert. Well done. :) nancy
Comment Written 21-Mar-2013
reply by the author on 21-Mar-2013
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Hi, Nancy. Wow, I think you'll have to be my go-to gal for any questions I have on the desert. I live in Michigan, so I am at an obvious disadvantage. I only see it up close when we vacation in New Mexico and must admit I love it.
Thanks for the supportive read and generous review, Nancy.
Warmest regards, Bev
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It is a very beautiful place. And so varied. I lived in Central Texas in the mid-80s. Harsh but beautiful. :) Nancy
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I do find it fascinating, Nancy. Strange since I live in such a lush environment. Love the night skies and the uncluttered spaces. :0) Bev
Comment from DALLAS01
Wow, Bev. This is a great entry. The tension builds and the ending satisfies. Appreciate the author notes. I have been wondering what your real life connection is to the Indian culture? It is seems to be all encompassing. Good luck, friend.
reply by the author on 21-Mar-2013
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Wow, Bev. This is a great entry. The tension builds and the ending satisfies. Appreciate the author notes. I have been wondering what your real life connection is to the Indian culture? It is seems to be all encompassing. Good luck, friend.
Comment Written 21-Mar-2013
reply by the author on 21-Mar-2013
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Thank you so much, Dallas. The more I write of the various cultures, the more I feel that synergy you mention. I am quite positive I have had more than one past life in various parts of the world. In this lifetime, my mother was Native American, so that's a part of me that I cherish in memory of her.
I really appreciate the wonderful review and the generous stars. It means a lot to me! I'll need the luck - there are some fantastic entries.
Warmest regards, Bev
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I thought it might be part of your heritage. You do it justice.
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Gosh, that's really gracious of you, Dallas.
Have a good weekend!
Bev
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You too.
Comment from cheyennewy
Hi Bev,
I was grateful for your author's notes as I had no idea what a Spider Grandmother is. But knowing didn't make this story less creepy. A long time ago we were in a cave with drawings on the walls. I wished I had known what they were saying. Great story for the contest and I wish you good luck. Blessings, chey
reply by the author on 21-Mar-2013
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Hi Bev,
I was grateful for your author's notes as I had no idea what a Spider Grandmother is. But knowing didn't make this story less creepy. A long time ago we were in a cave with drawings on the walls. I wished I had known what they were saying. Great story for the contest and I wish you good luck. Blessings, chey
Comment Written 21-Mar-2013
reply by the author on 21-Mar-2013
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Hello, Chey. Thank you so much for stopping by to read my story. I really appreciate your kind words of support and generosity.
I think these paintings all over the world, with all their similarities, are a record of visitations by supernatural beings. Anyway, the romantic in me likes to think they are LOL.
Blessings to you as well,
Bev
