A Glimpse of Anger
non-fiction contest20 total reviews
Comment from c_lucas
I'm not much into the modern interpretation of husband and wife.As long as they are happy, so be it. This is very well written with a smooth flow of words, making for a good read.
reply by the author on 13-Oct-2017
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I'm not much into the modern interpretation of husband and wife.As long as they are happy, so be it. This is very well written with a smooth flow of words, making for a good read.
Comment Written 12-Oct-2017
reply by the author on 13-Oct-2017
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Thank you Charlie:) We are wife and wife:)
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You're welcome, Tab. Charlie
Comment from Barb Hensongispsaca
LOL you are human and carrying baggage in from your last relationship which is something we all do. Learning how to burry the baggage is the secret. I still cringe when my soon to be ex yells and rants, because I expect a slap which he has never done...but I expect it.
Nicley done story and another part of yourself opened up
reply by the author on 13-Oct-2017
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LOL you are human and carrying baggage in from your last relationship which is something we all do. Learning how to burry the baggage is the secret. I still cringe when my soon to be ex yells and rants, because I expect a slap which he has never done...but I expect it.
Nicley done story and another part of yourself opened up
Comment Written 12-Oct-2017
reply by the author on 13-Oct-2017
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I'm glad your current (soon to be ex) has never hit you. Being ignored is no fun either. Thanks for the review:)
Comment from BeasPeas
This is a well written memoir that I think many people can identify with. Anger, not being in control of self, is a scary thing for ourselves and others. You have a goal to work toward, that is like your partner says--talk things over calmly. Marilyn
reply by the author on 13-Oct-2017
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This is a well written memoir that I think many people can identify with. Anger, not being in control of self, is a scary thing for ourselves and others. You have a goal to work toward, that is like your partner says--talk things over calmly. Marilyn
Comment Written 12-Oct-2017
reply by the author on 13-Oct-2017
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Thank you Marilyn for the review and wise words:)
Comment from LIJ Red
It hasn't been long since Red was raving at the SOB who threw the rock and smashed his outside mirror and driver's side window, stomping and cussing.
Then it dawned on him that he had lowered the mowing deck on his riding mower one click more than usual--yep, the old egg on the face trick. Excellent recounting of one of those days we all have.
reply by the author on 13-Oct-2017
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It hasn't been long since Red was raving at the SOB who threw the rock and smashed his outside mirror and driver's side window, stomping and cussing.
Then it dawned on him that he had lowered the mowing deck on his riding mower one click more than usual--yep, the old egg on the face trick. Excellent recounting of one of those days we all have.
Comment Written 12-Oct-2017
reply by the author on 13-Oct-2017
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Thank you Red. It is nice to know I am not alone.
Comment from Sasha
I cannot begin to tell you how much I can relate to this. I had (occasionally still do) a terrible temper that got me into many a bad situation as a child. It got so bad that my mother got rid of her china and purchased millimack dishes. I never aimed at anyone but I had a reputation for smashing many china cups against the wall when upset. Fortunately, I learned to control my temper but still occasionally find myself boiling over but haven't thrown a cup in many years. This is a terrific entry for this contest and I sincerely wish you all the best. You do such a great job describing the personal and emotional side of your anger. Very nice work with this one.
reply by the author on 13-Oct-2017
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I cannot begin to tell you how much I can relate to this. I had (occasionally still do) a terrible temper that got me into many a bad situation as a child. It got so bad that my mother got rid of her china and purchased millimack dishes. I never aimed at anyone but I had a reputation for smashing many china cups against the wall when upset. Fortunately, I learned to control my temper but still occasionally find myself boiling over but haven't thrown a cup in many years. This is a terrific entry for this contest and I sincerely wish you all the best. You do such a great job describing the personal and emotional side of your anger. Very nice work with this one.
Comment Written 12-Oct-2017
reply by the author on 13-Oct-2017
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I'm glad to hear someone else has just as bad a temper as me. Thanks Sasha:)
Comment from Mabaker
Temper can do more than break a window. It demeans, it destroys self-respect. It can be the precursor to terrible things, murder amongst other things. It's ugly. Regards Mabaker
reply by the author on 12-Oct-2017
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Temper can do more than break a window. It demeans, it destroys self-respect. It can be the precursor to terrible things, murder amongst other things. It's ugly. Regards Mabaker
Comment Written 12-Oct-2017
reply by the author on 12-Oct-2017
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It is ugly and I hate it in me. Thank you for the review.
Comment from humpwhistle
I know how moments can turn into monuments of regret, even shame.
I get that part.
But I wish your story was less about you.
You don't even name your partner. I expect she was an equal partner
in all of this. I wonder if the story would coalesce more firmly
if her thoughts and feelings were more evident?
Just a thought.
Peace, Lee
reply by the author on 12-Oct-2017
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I know how moments can turn into monuments of regret, even shame.
I get that part.
But I wish your story was less about you.
You don't even name your partner. I expect she was an equal partner
in all of this. I wonder if the story would coalesce more firmly
if her thoughts and feelings were more evident?
Just a thought.
Peace, Lee
Comment Written 12-Oct-2017
reply by the author on 12-Oct-2017
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Thank you Lee:)
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Yeah, sure.
Comment from country ranch writer
Sounds like some one needs anger management. Ones bad temper could have gotten you into a worst situation. With a hair trigger temper like that one Ned's to get it under control
reply by the author on 12-Oct-2017
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Sounds like some one needs anger management. Ones bad temper could have gotten you into a worst situation. With a hair trigger temper like that one Ned's to get it under control
Comment Written 12-Oct-2017
reply by the author on 12-Oct-2017
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thanks.
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Smiles
Comment from royowen
It sounds an awful lot like my family growing up. My parents yelling at one another. I was quiet as a boy, a daydreamer, but my mother taught me, inadvertaly to fight back. My wife is calm and reasonable and untaught me. Well done Teresa, an excellent short story, and a highly descriptive, honest, and communicative excerpt. So good luck, blessings, Roy
Typo : where arguments were settle(d) verbally, and loudly 2: we had it cleaned up in (a) short half hour.
reply by the author on 12-Oct-2017
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It sounds an awful lot like my family growing up. My parents yelling at one another. I was quiet as a boy, a daydreamer, but my mother taught me, inadvertaly to fight back. My wife is calm and reasonable and untaught me. Well done Teresa, an excellent short story, and a highly descriptive, honest, and communicative excerpt. So good luck, blessings, Roy
Typo : where arguments were settle(d) verbally, and loudly 2: we had it cleaned up in (a) short half hour.
Comment Written 12-Oct-2017
reply by the author on 12-Oct-2017
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I too learned to fight back and too am unlearning it. It is a process. I got the errors fixed, thanks so much.
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Most welcome Teresa
Comment from Mustang Patty
Hi, Teresa;
thank you for sharing your entry in the Non-Fiction writing contest. I hope you are able to continue to find ways to control your temper.
A few nits: 'were settle(d) verbally and loudly'
'we had it cleaned up in (a) short half hour.'
Good luck in the contest,
~patty~
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reply by the author on 12-Oct-2017
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Hi, Teresa;
thank you for sharing your entry in the Non-Fiction writing contest. I hope you are able to continue to find ways to control your temper.
A few nits: 'were settle(d) verbally and loudly'
'we had it cleaned up in (a) short half hour.'
Good luck in the contest,
~patty~
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Comment Written 12-Oct-2017
reply by the author on 12-Oct-2017
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Thank you Patty for catching the mistakes and for the review:)
