Life Lessons from Dad
Non fiction short story, a tribute to my dad.9 total reviews
Comment from Sharon Haiste
I think this is a good entry for the Non-Fiction Writing Contest.
This short story of learning chess and life lessons from Dad is well told.
Well done and I wish you luck with the contest.
Sharon
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2020
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I think this is a good entry for the Non-Fiction Writing Contest.
This short story of learning chess and life lessons from Dad is well told.
Well done and I wish you luck with the contest.
Sharon
Comment Written 22-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2020
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Thank you very much, Sharon, for the review.
Comment from BethShelby
:You are very lucky to have had a father like that. My father loved me and seemed to be proud of me but he left the teaching to my mother and my teachers. I guess he did teach me to play checkers and dominoes but I don't remember any serious conversations. This is a nicely written tribute to your father.
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2020
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:You are very lucky to have had a father like that. My father loved me and seemed to be proud of me but he left the teaching to my mother and my teachers. I guess he did teach me to play checkers and dominoes but I don't remember any serious conversations. This is a nicely written tribute to your father.
Comment Written 22-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2020
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Thank you so much Beth. I still miss my parents, they were wonderful.
Comment from Gail Denham
You truly had a wonderful and unusual father. You are one of the lucky ones - you and your siblings. It's unusual for a dad to spend this much quality and thinking time with is kids.
Good story.
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2020
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You truly had a wonderful and unusual father. You are one of the lucky ones - you and your siblings. It's unusual for a dad to spend this much quality and thinking time with is kids.
Good story.
Comment Written 22-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2020
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Thank you, Gail. And yes, I had an exceptional father (and mother). I still very much miss them.
Comment from the13thpoet
Hello Marjon, a TGIFriday to you. Thank you for sharing your story with us. I have to say I am envious of you, I wish I had a father who not only spent time with me, but taught me important life lessons. All he taught was abuse and neglect. Consider yourself lucky, good job and good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 21-Feb-2020
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Hello Marjon, a TGIFriday to you. Thank you for sharing your story with us. I have to say I am envious of you, I wish I had a father who not only spent time with me, but taught me important life lessons. All he taught was abuse and neglect. Consider yourself lucky, good job and good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 21-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 21-Feb-2020
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I am grateful for your comment. I had an enviable youth, with great parents. I still miss them.
Comment from Susan Larson
You have many reasons to be grateful to your dad for the many things he taught you to do and encouraged you to do. What wonderful memories of meaningful discussions and true bonding between generations. Thank you for sharing this.
reply by the author on 20-Feb-2020
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You have many reasons to be grateful to your dad for the many things he taught you to do and encouraged you to do. What wonderful memories of meaningful discussions and true bonding between generations. Thank you for sharing this.
Comment Written 20-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 20-Feb-2020
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Thank you very much, Susan. He was an exceptional man and father.
Comment from Y. M. Roger
Your father was a very wise man in more ways than one -- so glad you had those 'roots' with him and times you shall never forget... and hopefully pass along some day! :) Thanx for sharing and best of luck! ;)
reply by the author on 20-Feb-2020
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Your father was a very wise man in more ways than one -- so glad you had those 'roots' with him and times you shall never forget... and hopefully pass along some day! :) Thanx for sharing and best of luck! ;)
Comment Written 19-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 20-Feb-2020
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Thank you, Yvette. Yes, he was a very special man.
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
Hello, Marjon Van Bruggen,
Wow, you had a remarkable father. I like the way he shaped you to be a free thinker with valuable education, both, practical and critical. It took you two years to learn how to beat your dad but you never gave up. Well, the point was not to beat your dad but to never give up.
Well done,
Gypsy
reply by the author on 20-Feb-2020
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Hello, Marjon Van Bruggen,
Wow, you had a remarkable father. I like the way he shaped you to be a free thinker with valuable education, both, practical and critical. It took you two years to learn how to beat your dad but you never gave up. Well, the point was not to beat your dad but to never give up.
Well done,
Gypsy
Comment Written 19-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 20-Feb-2020
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Gypsy, I am overjoyed with the six stars! Thanks a million. And my dad...yes, he was special.
Comment from w.j.debi
Your father sounds like a wise man. Not only did he teach you how to play chess, but he found a way to spend time with each child which opened up other opportunities to instruct and help them.
reply by the author on 20-Feb-2020
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Your father sounds like a wise man. Not only did he teach you how to play chess, but he found a way to spend time with each child which opened up other opportunities to instruct and help them.
Comment Written 19-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 20-Feb-2020
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W.L.debt, thank you very much. I'll never forget my dad. He was very special.
Comment from Gideon300
A wonderful memory with your dad. A touching and heartfelt tribute in this well structured story. I'm sure they were good memories for him as well. Good luck with the contest.
reply by the author on 19-Feb-2020
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A wonderful memory with your dad. A touching and heartfelt tribute in this well structured story. I'm sure they were good memories for him as well. Good luck with the contest.
Comment Written 19-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 19-Feb-2020
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Gideon, wow, that was quick! I only posted this a moment ago. Thank you very much for these five stars.
