One Hundred Steps
Contest Entry: She was determined...40 total reviews
Comment from ExperiencingLiphe
This made me smile because we was able to go out and do what she loved even if it was for a short time. I don't know why "they" wouldn't let her go out, I'd think it'd be safer if someone went with her, but I'm so glad she went out. It made me smile reading it. I work with a woman who has bad arthritis in her hands. She also enjoys gardening and her hands hurt so bad at night she can't do anything. She's cutting back on hours and got a new job at work. Who knows, maybe this will help her hands and she'll be able to do what she loves to do again.
reply by the author on 13-Mar-2018
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This made me smile because we was able to go out and do what she loved even if it was for a short time. I don't know why "they" wouldn't let her go out, I'd think it'd be safer if someone went with her, but I'm so glad she went out. It made me smile reading it. I work with a woman who has bad arthritis in her hands. She also enjoys gardening and her hands hurt so bad at night she can't do anything. She's cutting back on hours and got a new job at work. Who knows, maybe this will help her hands and she'll be able to do what she loves to do again.
Comment Written 13-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 13-Mar-2018
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Hello!
Thank you ever so much for your exceptional rating and thoughtful review.
I do hope you share my piece with your friend.
Thank you again!
diane
Comment from Ulla
wow, Diane, how pleased I am to have come across your wonderful work. Bless your late mother, making the most of the life that was left for her to share. I loved your poem and with a story within. No wonder it was a win. Congrats. All the best. Ulla:)))
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2018
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wow, Diane, how pleased I am to have come across your wonderful work. Bless your late mother, making the most of the life that was left for her to share. I loved your poem and with a story within. No wonder it was a win. Congrats. All the best. Ulla:)))
Comment Written 12-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2018
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Hello Ulla!
So very honored by your exceptional rating and thoughtful review. The words took on a life of their own...My mother is never more than a thought away...
Thank you ever so much for stopping by and appreciating my poem...
diane
Comment from Boogienights
This is a very touching story poem that effectively used the required words. I used to work with the elderly in a nursing home and so many of the emotions you mention I have witnessed. I was also in the contest but you desevered the win...congratulations.
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2018
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This is a very touching story poem that effectively used the required words. I used to work with the elderly in a nursing home and so many of the emotions you mention I have witnessed. I was also in the contest but you desevered the win...congratulations.
Comment Written 11-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2018
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Hello Friend,
Oh! I loved your "One winter's memory!" It was filled with so many of my own memories. Very well-crafted and delightful. It was a pleasure for me to read and review...
Thank you for your thoughtful and complimentary review of my short poem. These short ones are oftentimes more challenging to pen than longer verses!
Thank you again,
diane
Comment from Gloria ....
Beautifully written poem in tribute to your mother's determination. Congratulations for your worthy contest win. And thanks also for the lilacs. You brilliantly wove the word in the story and the picture.
Congratulations again for a fine poem.
Gloria
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2018
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Beautifully written poem in tribute to your mother's determination. Congratulations for your worthy contest win. And thanks also for the lilacs. You brilliantly wove the word in the story and the picture.
Congratulations again for a fine poem.
Gloria
Comment Written 11-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 12-Mar-2018
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Hello Gloria,
Thank you ever so much for your thoughtful and complimentary review.
My mother loved lilacs...as do I. Hers were just as I described. Mine do not receive as much sun as they need to bloom profusely, but they surely have a lovely fragrance.
Thank you again!
diane
Comment from LIJ Red
Contest winner, and rightly so. I didn't remember any of the words but dipper, they fit so well. Not much to add to an excellent rating for this one.
reply by the author on 13-Mar-2018
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Contest winner, and rightly so. I didn't remember any of the words but dipper, they fit so well. Not much to add to an excellent rating for this one.
Comment Written 11-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 13-Mar-2018
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Hello LIJREd,
Thank you for your complimentary review!
So pleased you enjoyed my poem.
diane
Comment from Zue65
Oh you made me cry a bit in your poem. I am pondering on the agony of getting old and the people around you, just won't allow an old mother the freedom to do the things she loved most. Ah, the pains of old age and poor health. Thanks for sharing this excellent piece.
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2018
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Oh you made me cry a bit in your poem. I am pondering on the agony of getting old and the people around you, just won't allow an old mother the freedom to do the things she loved most. Ah, the pains of old age and poor health. Thanks for sharing this excellent piece.
Comment Written 11-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2018
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Hello Friend,
So very pleased you enjoyed my story in a poem. My mother is never more than a thought away!
Thank you for your thoughtful review...
diane
Comment from Mustang Patty
Hi there;
Your lovely poem and story within the lines not only used the required words but took this reader into a lovely garden with a woman who loved the smell and feel of her garden.
I read the piece with baited breath in fear she wouldn't be able to complete her journey.
Thank you for sharing and good luck in the contents,
~patty~
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2018
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Hi there;
Your lovely poem and story within the lines not only used the required words but took this reader into a lovely garden with a woman who loved the smell and feel of her garden.
I read the piece with baited breath in fear she wouldn't be able to complete her journey.
Thank you for sharing and good luck in the contents,
~patty~
Comment Written 11-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2018
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Hello Patty!
What a wonderful and thoughtful review! In later years, my mom, did indeed, become wheelchair bound. She never stopped loving the coming of spring, however. She is never more than a thought away...
Thank you again!
Comment from Rasmine
Hello, Mystery Writer, :)
This is a story in a poem, and it's very impressive. It's one of the poems I may vote for -- I have four picked so far.
Good luck in the competition. I
I am so sorry about your mother. She sounded like me. :D I'm not there in age, but I am determined not to let fibromyalgia land me in a wheelchair, yet. :D
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2018
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Hello, Mystery Writer, :)
This is a story in a poem, and it's very impressive. It's one of the poems I may vote for -- I have four picked so far.
Good luck in the competition. I
I am so sorry about your mother. She sounded like me. :D I'm not there in age, but I am determined not to let fibromyalgia land me in a wheelchair, yet. :D
Comment Written 11-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2018
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Hello Friend,
I am honored by your exceptional rating and review. My mother is never more than a thought away...especially when spring takes hold of my world as well...
Thank you again, and I hope that you are receiving care for your fibromyalgia.
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I think yours will win. It is in the lead! Good luck!
Comment from Pamusart
This is very poignant and moving. I can tell that you loved your mother very much. I am not a gardener and I would not be able to stand and pick flowers, but, it is nice to go outside and sit when it is not too hot or cold. Just to look at the trees and flowers and squirrels. I am glad she was able to do it this time. This is a good entry for the contest. Good luck with it. Thank you for sharing
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2018
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This is very poignant and moving. I can tell that you loved your mother very much. I am not a gardener and I would not be able to stand and pick flowers, but, it is nice to go outside and sit when it is not too hot or cold. Just to look at the trees and flowers and squirrels. I am glad she was able to do it this time. This is a good entry for the contest. Good luck with it. Thank you for sharing
Comment Written 10-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2018
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Hello Friend,
Thank you ever so much for your thoughtful and complimentary review. I just hope, that wherever she is, there is a beautiful garden...and she is walking. That may sound maudlin, but that's my hope...
Thank you again!
Comment from BeasPeas
This is a lovely poem accounting the determination of your mom to enjoy her backyard despite her ailments. It's amazing what we can do when we have the desire to do it. I enjoyed reading this. Marilyn
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2018
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This is a lovely poem accounting the determination of your mom to enjoy her backyard despite her ailments. It's amazing what we can do when we have the desire to do it. I enjoyed reading this. Marilyn
Comment Written 10-Mar-2018
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2018
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Hello Marilyn,
She surely had the will...I hope I have as much courage when I am her age...
Thank you for your thoughtful and complimentary review!
