Comment from Pearl Edwards

Exceptional

Another great little story Maria. There are many ways you can take this, I think, loneliness is the monster that gets him out of his cave looking for friends, but all he finds is himself. Maybe I'm being too deep, but I really enjoyed this one,
cheers,
valda

 Comment Written 29-Mar-2019

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reply by the author on 29-Mar-2019

I'm glad you liked it. Thanks.

Comment from Jeffrey L. Michaux

Excellent

This is very interesting Maria. The monster doesn't seem to realize that it's a monster until it sees it's reflection in the mirror. It would still be all alone, bless its heart. All that reading and searching only to see that it was all in vain. I enjoyed this well written little story. Well done!

 Comment Written 26-Mar-2019

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reply by the author on 27-Mar-2019

Thanks so much, Jeffrey.

Comment from Dean Kuch

Excellent

If you are the monster and he is you, then that means you're either your own best friend or worst enemy, depending upon how you look at it.
There's nothing wrong with being a little "Odd" or different. In fact, I thrive on being different myself.
We cannot expect others to love us for who we are unless we first can love ourselves.
Cute story with a well conveyed message, Maria.
~Dean

 Comment Written 24-Mar-2019

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reply by the author on 24-Mar-2019

Aww! What a cute guy. He's most adorable.
Thanks for reviewing and for the GIFs.

reply by Dean Kuch on 24-Mar-2019

You're more than welcome, Maria.
~Dean

Comment from Louise Michelle

Excellent

Hm... this certainly is food for thought. I've read that what we dislike in others are often the same traits we, ourselves, have. Hugs, Lou

 Comment Written 24-Mar-2019

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reply by the author on 24-Mar-2019

Thanks for reading, Lou.

Comment from zanya

Excellent

What a wonderful outcome when we allow our imagination to roam freely -a story to intrigue - beautiful detailed physical and emotional description leading up to an unexpected denouement

 Comment Written 24-Mar-2019

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reply by the author on 24-Mar-2019

Thanks for your kind review.

Comment from Barb Hensongispsaca

Excellent

Very nicely done as a childrens piece but also has a moral issue that I find fits a lot of us. We don't know who we are until we come in close and personal with ourselves.

 Comment Written 24-Mar-2019

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reply by the author on 24-Mar-2019

Thanks for your kind review,Barb.

Comment from Joan E.

Excellent

I admired your surprising conclusion and the realization. Your use of the first person added to the immediacy of the story and I felt the loneliness of the narrator. The progression of time was effective as well. Cheers- Joan

 Comment Written 24-Mar-2019

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reply by the author on 24-Mar-2019

Thanks for your kind review.

Comment from 24chas

Excellent

This was a good read, as always, Maria. You have such a gentle pen. I love your stories like this. They can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Nice job.

 Comment Written 23-Mar-2019

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reply by the author on 24-Mar-2019

Thanks for your kind review.

Comment from Irish Rain

Excellent

Well wow.
This is very deep. It takes one
right back to the beginning.
WONDERFUL.
I love the picture, the story is awesome!!
Most enjoyable!
Blessings...

 Comment Written 23-Mar-2019

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reply by the author on 24-Mar-2019

Thanks so much for reading.

Comment from JudyE

Excellent

Awww - poor monster.Unfortunately he still doesn't end up with a friend. This is a nice story and well written. I didn't find any spags and can't suggest any improvements.

 Comment Written 23-Mar-2019

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reply by the author on 24-Mar-2019

Thanks so much for reading.