Comment from Dawny53

Excellent

After reading this I'm inclined to believe it myself! One never knows what surprises lay in store.. and your story exemplifies that fact..it's amazing what can happen from acts of kindness as well.. glad I stopped to read, good luck wishes to you!

 Comment Written 24-Feb-2015

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reply by the author on 24-Feb-2015

Thank you so much Dawny 53. Your comments were encouraging, uplifting, and deeply appreciated! Many thanks Vance

Comment from EMB

Excellent

At first, this reminded me of two things: "101 Dalmations" and "Feast," the recent Oscar winner short piece. You can never go wrong when you tell a story of love and involve a canine. Nice work. :)

 Comment Written 24-Feb-2015

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reply by the author on 24-Feb-2015

Thanks so much EMB; I truly appreciate your perspectives, kind remarks and thoughts. Many thanks! Vance

Comment from Cajungirl

Excellent

I think this is a lovely fable with an even more lovely moral. Every time we have the chance to change someone's tears to joy, we should. Best of luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 23-Feb-2015

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reply by the author on 24-Feb-2015

Hi Cajungirl: thank you so much for your kind review and five stars. I appreciate your gracious feedback! Vance

Comment from Zinnia48

Excellent

I really enjoyed this. It was clever and quite original. It clearly tells how transformative both the power of words (especially in poetry), and another person's kindness can empower our sense of self. Thanks, and good luck! Caroline

 Comment Written 23-Feb-2015

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reply by the author on 24-Feb-2015

Thanks Zinnia48: glad to hear from you and really appreciate your lovely remarks. Kindest regards:Vance

Comment from adewpearl

Excellent

typo in your title AN instead of AND
in the mirror, for she felt - add comma
dog loose, and he ran - add comma
good character descriptions
love and gratitude, and soon she began - add comma
this is beautifully thoughtful :-) Brooke

 Comment Written 23-Feb-2015

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reply by the author on 23-Feb-2015

Thank you so much Brooke: your keen eye matches your keen mind.....much appreciated! Vance

Comment from gypsymoth

Excellent

This was an enjoyable read and very well done. You have me
beleiving it. I have an old dog, now all I have to do is wait
for an old poet. Good luck in the comtest.
Gypsymoth

 Comment Written 22-Feb-2015

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reply by the author on 23-Feb-2015

Hi gypsymoth...Old gray poet here. Many thanks for your kind remarks and stars. Stay tuned, the fable never fails!! Blessings: Vance