Barb Hensongispsaca:

I don't know how many of you remember my poem of Jasper Hill. That is the name I gave to my cancer so that I would feel more in control of the situation. Well, Jasper Hill has reared his ugly head again and I will be gone for a little while to get control of my life again. My love to all of you and my thanks for all you do to help me in my writing endeavor.

August 22, 2019 at 10:51AM
    mrsmajor: It seems life isn' t always the way we would like it to be...I do have some serious medical problems, which I deal with through the Grace of God....But just this week, I was told that I have breast cancer and will have to have surgery...My daughter just recovered from Breast cancer surgery too..I can only say what has been my support...Prayer...I know many don't believe in that, but God has allowed me to deal with a great deal...so I wish only the best for you...and I will Pray that you will be able to deal with the return of the Jasper Hill...I hope he leaves you alone, never to bother you again...A smile always helps me, and so I say to you, Smile as often as you can...be hopeful and God will be with you to see you through this too...Hugs!
    August 22, 2019 at 12:19PM
    Jannypan (Jan) : Dear Barb,
    I will keep you in my prayers. Jan
    August 22, 2019 at 3:10PM
    jlsavell: Barb,

    To you and Victoria. When faced with difficulties, we often find a certain strength we didn?t realize we had. Cancer is a diagnosis which frightens us all, but I truly believe it?s the power of the human spirit and will which demands we first accept the truth and circumstance, and then gather our determination to give it all we have to fight. My thoughts and energy of good will, courage, and healing are sent to you both.

    We live in such an-opportune age of astounding knowledge and understanding to aid us in such a journey should it knock on our doors. Please take care
    August 22, 2019 at 4:19PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

He Can Dance finished first in the contest "DANCING"

July 14, 2019 at 7:10PM
    juliaSjames: Congratulations!
    July 15, 2019 at 7:34AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

They Are My Tics finished third in the contest "Rhyme about yourself"

May 12, 2019 at 3:10PM

Barb Hensongispsaca:

I just heard the bittersweet passing of 'country ranch writer's husband who has fought cancer for quite awhile. Prayers for her peace would be nice.

March 24, 2019 at 10:17AM
    damommy: Adding them both to my list. Thank you for telling us.
    March 24, 2019 at 11:43AM
    Ms. Snyder: The best way our community could help Country that I can think of at this point would be to support her book on Amazon, ?The Blue Store?. I know that any financial assistance would be something that she would never personally ask for: and Michael Cahill before he passed, was desperately trying to help her and her husband raise money. She is a good person. I know she has been through a lot. If you have the means to help, this would be a way to do so. Also maybe write a review after you read and get her book. Cheers, Fonda
    March 24, 2019 at 1:53PM
    Ideasaregems-Dawn: Same here, Barb -- I just learned, and I'm praying for her and her family. Thank you!
    March 25, 2019 at 4:10PM
    Teri7: prayers for her and her family!
    May 5, 2019 at 5:01PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

He Kept His Promise finished second in the contest "Gratitude expressed in a poem"

March 2, 2019 at 5:10AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Asking God finished third in the contest "FREE VERSE!"

February 25, 2019 at 8:10PM

Barb Hensongispsaca:

Merry Christmas and safe days to everyone. Remember this is the one birthday celebration that really counts.

December 23, 2018 at 11:03AM
    Joy Graham: Merry Christmas, Barb :)
    December 23, 2018 at 10:30PM
    Gloria ....: Merry Christmas to you too, Barb. :))
    December 24, 2018 at 6:50PM

Barb Hensongispsaca:

I want to thank everyone for the wonderful birthday wishes. It has been a year that I did not expect to have and I thank God for allowing me to see it.

September 24, 2018 at 7:59AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Cry Little One finished third in the contest "Minute Poetry"

September 5, 2018 at 12:10AM
    michaelcahill: I love to think back when meter was a bit of a struggle for you. No one would believe it now. Amazing flow of word and thought in a terribly difficult form. Congrats!! :))
    September 5, 2018 at 12:37AM
    Ginnygray: Congratulations, Barb!👏
    September 5, 2018 at 12:53AM
    Ginnygray: Congratulations, Barb!👏
    September 5, 2018 at 12:53AM
    Barb Hensongispsaca: It took a lot of patience from all of you to teach me how to write and I so very much appreciate it
    September 24, 2018 at 8:00AM

Barb Hensongispsaca:

Thank you, everyone, for your kind thoughts and prayers. I have felt your strength and I am very appreciative. You don't know what true friendship is until you witness what is in their hearts and thoughts. Jasper Hill and I are coexisting but someday I hope to move him out. Until then, I have to keep writing. Maybe only a few a month, but my thoughts need a release and my mind needs a place to put them.

April 4, 2018 at 9:11AM
    sandramitchell: I'm so pleased you have your writing, Barb, it's a way of putting Jasper in his place - out of mind for a while. Keep it up, my friend. xxxx
    April 8, 2018 at 3:03AM
    krys123: Good luck and many blessings in all your endeavors but I want to congratulate you on your second place finish of the poem of the month
    Congratulations, Barb
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    September 4, 2018 at 3:52PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

The Flag finished second in the contest "1-6-1 poetry"

February 20, 2018 at 1:10AM
    kiwigirl2821: Congrats Barbara 🤗😘😁
    February 22, 2018 at 12:08PM
    Dean Kuch: Congrats for being honored for such a beautiful poetic piece of work, Barb.
    Well done!
    ~Dean
    July 5, 2018 at 2:01PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Faith is Free finished third in the contest "Faith Poetry Contest"

January 25, 2018 at 12:13AM
    MissMerri: Congratulations Barb! I liked this poem a lot.
    January 25, 2018 at 8:53AM
    krys123: Congratulations Barb.
    Alex
    February 6, 2018 at 4:30PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Morning Glories finished second in the contest "Acrostic Poetry Contest"

January 20, 2018 at 12:13AM
    rama devi: Congrats!
    January 20, 2018 at 10:00AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Wild On Catnip finished first in the contest "5-7-5"

January 19, 2018 at 5:10AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Becoming Invisible finished third in the contest "Free Verse Poetry Contest"

January 9, 2018 at 12:13AM
    rama devi: Congrats!
    January 9, 2018 at 7:42PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

I Knew finished third in the contest "Horror Story Writing Contest"

January 5, 2018 at 12:13AM
    Dean Kuch: See, Barb?
    I KNEW you had it in ya!
    Congrats.


    ~Dean :)
    January 5, 2018 at 12:20AM
    F. Wehr3: Congrats!
    January 5, 2018 at 9:43AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

I'll Make You Proud finished first in the contest "Memorial Poems"

January 3, 2018 at 9:10PM
    kiwigirl2821: Congrats Barbara! xx
    January 4, 2018 at 2:15AM
    susanjohn: Well done! :-)
    January 4, 2018 at 7:56AM

Barb Hensongispsaca:

I apologize for not reviewing pieces that I am missing but my mind is not centered on the beauty of your written pieces and I promise to get my head back on where it belongs as soon as my family crisis passes and will review to give my best that you deserve.

January 2, 2018 at 4:52PM
    flylikeaneagle: Barb: I'm sending prayers to you.
    flylikeaneagle - nancy
    January 2, 2018 at 5:37PM
    Mustang Patty: Take whatever time you need to be with family. That is what really counts in life. We will be here when you get back. Sending prayers and hugs to you and yours,
    ~patty~
    January 2, 2018 at 7:02PM
    kiwigirl2821: Stop it right now BABE!!!!! Family is the most important thing you can give your life right now and every one of us is praying hard for a solution for you and yours. xx deborah
    January 2, 2018 at 9:40PM
    Brett Matthew West: Wishing you and yours nothing but the very best. Family is indeed the most important thing.
    January 3, 2018 at 3:58AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

2017 Poet of the Year!

January 2, 2018 at 2:02PM
    Gloria ....: Congrats to you, Barb!!
    January 2, 2018 at 3:40PM
    Barb Hensongispsaca: I am honored, I just want to write and I appreciate everyone that supported me and those that walked away with something that I had to write about.
    January 2, 2018 at 4:54PM
    michaelcahill: Congrats to you, Barb. You rock the free world and most of the known universe. This is the most difficult of ALL achievements here at Fanstory. You EARNED it. Enjoy. :))
    January 2, 2018 at 5:02PM
    flylikeaneagle: Congrats to you as you have touched our hearts. flylikeaneagle - nancy
    January 2, 2018 at 5:40PM
    Mustang Patty: Congratulations, Barb. Your poetry is always so meaningful. I've learned a great deal from you this year,

    ~patty~
    January 2, 2018 at 7:07PM
    kiwigirl2821: Congratulations my dear friend on the achievements of an entire year of endless beautiful writing! xx deborah
    January 2, 2018 at 9:41PM
    l.raven: CONGRATULATION Barb...on a wonderful win...you so deserve it...I have so enjoyed reading your poems sweet girl...your a true talent...well done you...Love you...Linda xxoo
    January 3, 2018 at 9:19PM
    judiverse: Congratulations on your well-deserved award. All the best in 2018! judi
    January 5, 2018 at 10:27AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Renew in God's Warmth finished second in the contest "Three Line Poem"

December 31, 2017 at 5:10PM
    kiwigirl2821: awesome mate Congrats! xx
    January 2, 2018 at 9:42PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Found Peace in Terror finished third in the contest "Not funny but funny"

December 31, 2017 at 5:10AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

I Saw Myself finished second in the contest "War"

December 20, 2017 at 5:10AM
    krys123: Congrats and may you forever have peace and joy throughout your life and have a very Merry X'mas.
    Alex
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    December 20, 2017 at 2:54PM
    Jannypan (Jan) : Good job Barb. congratulations !
    December 20, 2017 at 8:59PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Unconditional finished third in the contest "Bible Acrostic"

December 20, 2017 at 2:10AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Strong Coffee finished third in the contest "Coffee"

December 13, 2017 at 6:10PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Scat, Cat! finished second in the contest "Ten Word Poem"

December 4, 2017 at 2:10AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    December 4, 2017 at 11:10AM
    FxstsLisa : Congratulation's Barb, you got my vote!
    December 4, 2017 at 6:01PM
    krys123: Congratulations for your exalted finish.
    Alex
    December 4, 2017 at 7:47PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Cat Love finished second in the contest "Write a Humorous 5-7-5"

December 1, 2017 at 1:10AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Ode To My Front Door finished third in the contest "Ode Poetry"

November 28, 2017 at 5:10AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    November 28, 2017 at 2:17PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

His Last Trip finished first in the contest "Feelings"

November 28, 2017 at 5:10AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    November 28, 2017 at 2:18PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

My First Day finished second in the contest "Funny poem about your job"

November 27, 2017 at 1:10AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    November 27, 2017 at 2:09PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

When I Needed It finished third in the contest "An object"

November 21, 2017 at 2:10AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    November 21, 2017 at 8:03PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Love's Path finished third in the contest "YAY! I'm Getting Old"

November 21, 2017 at 12:10AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    November 21, 2017 at 12:29AM
    smileycloud: yay
    nice work
    nice third
    nice ribbon
    well deserved placing
    have a smiley day
    November 21, 2017 at 12:53AM
    michaelcahill: Beautifully captured and TRUE. Congrats.
    November 21, 2017 at 1:27AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

The Missing Bride finished third in the contest "Romance Writing Contest"

November 18, 2017 at 12:13AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    November 18, 2017 at 4:02PM
    kiwigirl2821: Congratulations! xx
    November 20, 2017 at 3:00AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Mr. vs. Mrs. finished third in the contest "Write a funny poem"

November 17, 2017 at 10:10PM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    November 18, 2017 at 12:04AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

The Arches of Temptation finished first in the contest "Temptation Poetry"

November 15, 2017 at 2:10AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    November 15, 2017 at 8:20PM
    Commando: CONGRATULATIONS, Barb! A most deserving win. Please, "GIVE US MORE!"
    XX Bill
    November 16, 2017 at 8:55PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

The Feeling finished first in the contest "100 Word Dash"

November 14, 2017 at 2:10AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    November 14, 2017 at 11:22AM
    kiwigirl2821: Congrats Barb. A great story! xoxo
    November 14, 2017 at 11:45PM
    Commando: A 'SALUTE,' Barb! Congratulations on a most deserving win. Please, 'KEEP EM COMING!"
    XX Bill
    November 16, 2017 at 8:59PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Love's Last Hold finished second in the contest "Love Poem"

November 11, 2017 at 7:10AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    November 11, 2017 at 10:20AM
    TAB_that's me: Congrats my friend!
    November 11, 2017 at 11:23AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Hidden In Plain Sight finished first in the contest "Nature 5-7-5"

November 6, 2017 at 4:10PM
    kiwigirl2821: Congrats Barbara 😎
    November 6, 2017 at 7:17PM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    November 6, 2017 at 7:19PM
    l.raven: CONGRATULATIONS sweet girl...xxoo love
    November 6, 2017 at 9:42PM
    Chrissy710 : Well done Barb a great 5-7-5
    November 7, 2017 at 12:17AM
    Commando: CONGRATULATIONS, Barb. An honorable win.
    I was reading back through your profile notes, and saw that you had attended your 50th class reunion in mid-September. Sure wish I had of known you were going, so I could have entered some contest with a chance of winning. "Toot, toot--a salute!" God bless.
    November 7, 2017 at 9:41AM
    krys123: MY CoGrAtUlAtIoNs Barb and well done.

    Alex
    November 7, 2017 at 2:02PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

I Am Living His Plan For Me finished third in the contest "My Faith"

November 5, 2017 at 2:10AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Time Of Cleansing finished third in the contest "What If?"

November 5, 2017 at 12:13AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    November 5, 2017 at 12:32AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

I Am the Dragon of Westbrook finished second in the contest "Combination Poem"

November 4, 2017 at 12:13AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    November 4, 2017 at 12:48AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

He Prayed finished second in the contest "Poets Choice 3"

November 1, 2017 at 12:13AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

The Neighbor's Surprise finished third in the contest "Surprise! 80 Words or Less"

October 20, 2017 at 5:10AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    October 20, 2017 at 10:00AM

Barb Hensongispsaca:


A lone flower standing in the field, is truly never alone.
With the birds singing in the morning sunshine, to the twinkling stars at night, she has a grand audience.
If only a single drop of rain falls on her, she will blossom again and again.


This was sent to me by a friend who is now gone. I wanted to share.

October 11, 2017 at 9:04AM
    DR DIP: nice words
    October 11, 2017 at 9:32AM
    kiwigirl2821: It's beautiful Barb xx d
    October 16, 2017 at 12:52AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

I Love You, Mommy finished second in the contest "I Love You Poem"

October 6, 2017 at 12:10PM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    October 6, 2017 at 1:05PM
    kiwigirl2821: Nice! congrats you!!
    October 7, 2017 at 11:27PM

Barb Hensongispsaca:

Please don't give up on my reviewing any pieces. I have tried all day and every time I rate one, it freezes and wont let me write my review or even rate the piece. I wrote to Tom and am waiting a reply. I have a two year membership so that is not it. Please be patient withme

October 2, 2017 at 2:48PM
    Brett Matthew West: I receive incredible, spot on reviews from Barb all the time! She remains my monthly review nominee because of the in-depth usefulness of her reviews. Her assistance has been nothing short of remarkable! Need I say more?
    October 2, 2017 at 6:05PM
    rosehill (Wendy): Please don't give up on MY reviewing any pieces. I try each day, and every time my brain freezes and won't let me write the review or even rate the piece. I wrote to my psychiatrist and am waiting a reply. I have a two-year membership, so I will get to them eventually. Please be patient with me too.
    October 5, 2017 at 7:01AM
    kiwigirl2821: Well Barb you know where my reviewing is right now :) None of us are going to ever give up on you! or you Brett or you either Wendy!!!
    October 7, 2017 at 11:29PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Ted and Fred Take On Each Other finished second in the contest "Break the Bank! Epic poem contest"

September 30, 2017 at 12:13AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    September 30, 2017 at 12:16AM

Barb Hensongispsaca:

I just wanted to thank everyone for the birthday wishes and for those I did not respond to, I did not realize there was a limit on sending personal messages so I could not respond. The cats have given me my present of a clean house, no toilet paper spread to the door, no papers spread around and out of order, no nuggets left for me to step on, no cat toys in my path making me think I stepped on a tail, no dry cat food underfoot, no water trailing from the toilet from random thirst that the fountain did not satisfy.
It has been great.

September 24, 2017 at 3:56PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Fate Holds Mr. D.B. Cooper finished second in the contest "Write a poem about a mystery"

September 18, 2017 at 12:13AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!!
    September 18, 2017 at 10:09AM

Barb Hensongispsaca:

Please have patience with me in reviewing and posting. I have been in the states for my 50th class reunion. I didn't realize there were so many old people I did not recognize until I realized no one recognized me either.

September 17, 2017 at 6:07PM
    Barb Hensongispsaca: If I have not reviewed your piece in the next couple days, please let me know
    September 17, 2017 at 6:23PM
    Mustang Patty: Wow, Barb! I'm really glad you had a good time, but we missed you!

    ~patty~
    September 17, 2017 at 7:36PM
    damommy: I know what you mean. I didn't know I had so many old folks in high school. lol
    September 17, 2017 at 8:04PM
    michaelcahill: Hey, my friend, WHERE are you normally when you 'taint, "in the states"? LOL I thought you were in the states. :))
    September 17, 2017 at 9:07PM
    Barb Hensongispsaca: I live in Canada but am from Ohio. It was quite a different reunion but it was great. Please let me know if I missed anyone. Thank you
    September 18, 2017 at 7:04PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Life's Not Always Roses finished second in the contest "The dentist"

September 15, 2017 at 12:13AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    September 15, 2017 at 12:40AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

My Thoughts on Our Legacy finished first in the contest "Start and Ends The Same"

September 14, 2017 at 2:10AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    September 14, 2017 at 11:02AM
    kiwigirl2821: Congratulations my friend. xoxo
    September 14, 2017 at 7:04PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Their Stories finished third in the contest "Angel poetry contest"

September 12, 2017 at 12:13AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    September 12, 2017 at 12:27AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

You Can't Trust Words finished second in the contest "You Just Can't Trust Words "

September 8, 2017 at 1:10AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

The Doll of My Dreams finished third in the contest "A Creepy Doll"

September 8, 2017 at 12:13AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    September 8, 2017 at 12:23AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Body Piercings finished second in the contest "5-7-5 about anything"

September 7, 2017 at 12:13AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    September 7, 2017 at 12:25AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Mommy, Where... finished third in the contest "Question"

September 4, 2017 at 2:10AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    September 4, 2017 at 2:15PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Mama Said ... cheating finished first in the contest "Ethics and Integrity"

September 4, 2017 at 12:13AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    September 4, 2017 at 2:08AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

I Am Never Alone finished second in the contest "Lanturne Poetry"

September 1, 2017 at 12:13AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!!
    September 1, 2017 at 12:24AM
    Ric Myworld: Congratulations!
    September 1, 2017 at 1:03AM
    giraffmang: congratulations, Barb
    September 1, 2017 at 1:24AM
    Hitcher: Congratulations : ))
    September 1, 2017 at 1:53AM
    rspoet: Congratulations, Barb! A wonderful Lanturne poem.
    September 1, 2017 at 9:59AM
    pipersfancy: Very nice work! Congratulations!
    September 1, 2017 at 1:05PM
    Barb Hensongispsaca: ooohhhh flowers even. Makes me feel I am at the awards ceremony.lol
    September 2, 2017 at 6:02AM
    bichonfrisegirl: Congrats on placing second, Barb!
    September 3, 2017 at 9:53AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Whippersnapper finished first in the contest "Save a Word"

August 30, 2017 at 10:10PM
    pome lover: congrats! Barb - good goin'!
    August 30, 2017 at 10:14PM
    lyenochka: Congrats!
    August 30, 2017 at 10:15PM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    August 30, 2017 at 11:16PM
    Commando: A "Salute," Barb! Awesome message, and commendably presented. A deserving win!
    Keep your quill a smoking, sweetheart, and
    best wishes.
    August 31, 2017 at 12:33AM
    Barb Hensongispsaca: Thank you so much, it is a word from my past that I miss.
    August 31, 2017 at 2:07AM
    smileycloud: congratulations
    great work
    have a smiley day
    August 31, 2017 at 3:47AM
    smileycloud: congratulations
    lovely win and writing
    August 31, 2017 at 8:08PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

He Doesn't Give Up finished second in the contest "Faith Poetry Contest"

August 24, 2017 at 12:13AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!!
    August 24, 2017 at 12:14AM
    rama devi: Congrats!!
    August 24, 2017 at 4:59AM
    TAB_that's me: Awesome Barb! Congrats!
    August 24, 2017 at 12:00PM
    Ric Myworld: Congratulations!
    August 24, 2017 at 6:44PM
    FxstsLisa : Congratulations!!
    August 29, 2017 at 12:54PM

Barb Hensongispsaca:

Anyone interested in what is happing to children and teenagers now and those not on facebook, please go on the internet and check our the Boiling Water Dare. It has already claimed lives of our children and I got to see one personally and listen to the family. It's real, it's happening. Children and teens have found another way to inflict pain. News is trying to downplay it, but it is real. it started with an eight year old girl and now kids are throwing it on their foes as a dare.

August 16, 2017 at 12:31PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Itsy Bitsy Scary Spider-acrostic finished second in the contest "a spider"

August 7, 2017 at 12:13AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!!
    August 7, 2017 at 12:40AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Ode to I.V. Lidocaine finished second in the contest "Ode Poem"

July 14, 2017 at 9:10PM
    Barb Hensongispsaca: thank you, and for those in pain, need to check this out
    July 15, 2017 at 2:04AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    July 15, 2017 at 1:09PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Not Another Poem finished second in the contest "Gratitude expressed in a poem"

July 12, 2017 at 2:10AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    July 12, 2017 at 11:31AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

They Go Beyond finished third in the contest "Everyday heroes in our lives"

July 9, 2017 at 12:13AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations Miss Barb!!
    July 9, 2017 at 12:18AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Beware Karma finished second in the contest "Free-style poem: human suffering"

July 8, 2017 at 5:10AM
    YNWA: Congratulations Barb, a wonderful poem
    July 8, 2017 at 5:17AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!!
    July 8, 2017 at 9:46AM
    Barb Hensongispsaca: Thank you. I hope it helps someone. You are not alone
    July 9, 2017 at 1:36AM

Barb Hensongispsaca:

I apologize for not getting my reviews done but the internet in the Smokey Mountains is catch as catch can as Mama used to say. I will be back home on Monday and will start to catch up. The trip has been refreshing and The Isscas are wonderful if you have never heard them sing, you are missing something real. I got to meet Mike Lowery who wrote Mary, Did You KNow. He is so funny.

June 24, 2017 at 7:54AM
    michaelcahill: No rush. What a great song. Have a listen folks. :))



    June 24, 2017 at 8:30AM
    kiwigirl2821: one of the most beautiful songs ever written. hope you are having a great time. xoxo deborah
    June 30, 2017 at 2:05AM
    moongirlwriter: I absolutely love that song as well as the Pentatonix vocal group. I didn't know they did this recording.
    July 20, 2017 at 1:23PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

I Have Denied You finished third in the contest "A Poem about God"

June 24, 2017 at 5:10AM

Barb Hensongispsaca:

Just wanted those that are interested to know that I will be gone for the next week, but I will review as much as I can while I am away. I will try to post also but everyone that travels know how hard that is.
I won a free trip to a gospel sing hosted by The Issacs in North Carolina, all I have to do is get to the bus in Indiana.
For those of you that have never heard the Issacs, please google and listen to the song Walk On. YOu will be hooked.

June 19, 2017 at 12:57PM
    Jannypan (Jan) : Enjoy your trip. Don't worry about reviewing. It will wait.
    June 19, 2017 at 2:17PM
    Kerry Robinson: Congratulations, that's terrific. Enjoy!
    June 19, 2017 at 4:37PM
    Dean Kuch: Have a great time, Barbara.
    Don't worry about us, we'll still be here...waiting...
    June 20, 2017 at 5:57PM
    FxstsLisa : Lucky girl to win a free trip... Enjoy!
    June 21, 2017 at 1:45PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

The Wolfbeast's Lair finished third in the contest "Dr. Terry Fying's Crumbling Crypt "

June 17, 2017 at 12:13AM
    giraffmang: Nice one, Barb.
    June 17, 2017 at 12:42AM
    Rasmine : Congratulations! :) :P
    June 17, 2017 at 7:34AM
    F. Wehr3: Congrats!
    June 17, 2017 at 10:39AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Damn finished third in the contest "Unfair Accusation"

June 17, 2017 at 12:10AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

I Wish I Could finished first in the contest "Change"

June 16, 2017 at 5:10AM
    Kerry Robinson: This was great, Barb. Congratulations!
    June 16, 2017 at 1:49PM
    Barb Hensongispsaca: Thank you. It was a difficult piece to write but I hope it helps someone else.
    June 17, 2017 at 1:08AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

And God Said, Let There Be... finished first in the contest "CREATION poetry contest"

June 14, 2017 at 12:13AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    June 14, 2017 at 12:23AM
    MaggieF: Wow, 1st place, how exciting! Congratulations.
    Maggie x
    June 15, 2017 at 5:42AM
    MaggieF: Wow, 1st place, how exciting! Congratulations.
    Maggie x
    June 15, 2017 at 5:42AM
    FxstsLisa : Congratulations Barb!
    June 15, 2017 at 2:17PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Dear Lord, Change Me finished first in the contest "Spiritual Poem"

June 13, 2017 at 2:10AM
    Dean Kuch: CONGRATULATIONS, BARB!
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    June 13, 2017 at 2:18AM
    giraffmang: Nice one, Barb.
    June 13, 2017 at 3:23AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!!
    June 13, 2017 at 9:40PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Congratulations! Life Goes On won the contest "Unexpected Romance"

June 7, 2017 at 12:13AM
    giraffmang: Woohoo. That's awesome. So pleased for you. Congratulations. G
    June 7, 2017 at 12:33AM
    Barb Hensongispsaca: Oh wow a first for this , never expected on a story. Prose seems foreign to me still.
    June 7, 2017 at 8:48AM
    Barb Hensongispsaca: If it was not for the reviewers on fanstory that are there to advise me and help me, I could not do this. I want to thank everyone that reviews and takes the chance of being shunned just because they want to help those of us grow and become good at writing. Please don't stop.
    June 7, 2017 at 8:51AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!!!
    June 7, 2017 at 10:37AM
    l.raven: CONGRATULATION you...you go girl...awesome...love ya Linda xxoo
    June 7, 2017 at 11:00AM
    Ric Myworld: Congratulations, on a job well done!
    June 7, 2017 at 11:21AM
    Barb Hensongispsaca: Prose is something I find hard to do so this is
    only because of the help I got along the way
    and the patience of all those that read this.
    June 7, 2017 at 1:14PM
    Dean Kuch: The more prose you write the easier it gets.
    Just like anything else.
    Keep it up!
    June 8, 2017 at 10:32AM
    rspoet: Great story! Well deserved win.
    June 8, 2017 at 8:34PM
    Rasmine : Yay!! Good for you. :)
    June 11, 2017 at 10:41PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

I Felt I'd Lost It All finished third in the contest "My Testimony"

June 7, 2017 at 12:13AM
    Mustang Patty: Congratulations again - looks like you're on a roll!
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    June 7, 2017 at 10:29AM

Barb Hensongispsaca:

"A lie gets halfway around the world before the truth has a chance to get its pants on."
- Sir Winston Churchill (1874-1965)

June 6, 2017 at 7:16AM
    giraffmang: Because Truth has been in bed with Tact, and it's heart-breaking when the two of them get separated...
    June 6, 2017 at 7:43AM
    damommy: So true.
    June 6, 2017 at 12:43PM
    Dean Kuch: And all lies put their pants on one leg at a time, just like we do. :)
    June 6, 2017 at 5:06PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Friends Are Important finished first in the contest "Kiddies motivational poem"

May 27, 2017 at 2:10AM
    Dean Kuch: photo winnersmiley_zpsc8tc3oaz1_zpsgpj08y0m.gif
    CONGRATULATIONS, BARB!
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FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

I Come finished second in the contest "Etheree Poem"

May 13, 2017 at 2:10AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    May 13, 2017 at 10:27PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Dear God, It's Me finished second in the contest "Dear God,"

May 12, 2017 at 5:10AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations Miss Barb!!
    May 12, 2017 at 10:28AM

Barb Hensongispsaca:

I believe in everything until it's disproved. So I believe in fairies, the myths, dragons. It all exists, even if it's in your mind. Who's to say that dreams and nightmares aren't as real as the here and now?
John Lennon

May 12, 2017 at 4:18AM
    damommy: Agreed.
    May 12, 2017 at 12:32PM
    Dean Kuch: What about that thousand bucks you owe me...remember, Jan?
    Heh-heh-heh...
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    May 13, 2017 at 2:24AM
    Dean Kuch: What about that thousand bucks you owe me...remember, Barb?
    Heh-heh-heh...
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    May 13, 2017 at 2:25AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

A Promise Kept finished first in the contest "Found Poem"

May 11, 2017 at 12:13AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations Miss Barb!!
    May 11, 2017 at 12:33AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Coming Together finished first in the contest "Naani"

April 21, 2017 at 5:10AM
    Jannypan (Jan) : Well-deserved. CONGRATULATIONS!
    April 21, 2017 at 9:06AM
    Dean Kuch: Congrats, Barb. :)
    April 22, 2017 at 3:45AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations Miss Barb!!!
    April 22, 2017 at 8:46PM
    ~Dovey: Great job, Barb!! Congrats!
    April 25, 2017 at 3:27AM
    nuthead: Congratulations, Barb! :)
    April 27, 2017 at 11:27PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Chippendales finished second in the contest "Share A Story In A Poem"

April 14, 2017 at 12:13AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!
    April 14, 2017 at 11:19AM
    Ric Myworld: Congratulations! on a well deserved ribbon.
    April 14, 2017 at 6:34PM
    Rasmine : Congrats!!!!
    April 23, 2017 at 9:08AM
    nuthead: Awesome! Congrats, Barb!
    April 27, 2017 at 11:27PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Cinderella Cinderella finished third in the contest "Acrostic Poetry"

April 7, 2017 at 5:10AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations Miss Barb!!
    April 7, 2017 at 11:07AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Unconditional Love finished first in the contest "Christian Song Titles tell a story!"

March 28, 2017 at 12:13AM
    michaelcahill: Barb is my buddy. I know someone successful. :))
    Way to go! This was gorgeous. :))
    March 28, 2017 at 12:54AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations Miss Barb!!!
    March 28, 2017 at 1:39AM
    Bucketlist: Yeah, Barb
    Congratulations on your win
    March 30, 2017 at 7:35AM
    l.raven: your in my prayers sweet girl...love to ya Linda xxoo
    March 31, 2017 at 12:25AM
    Commando: A "SALUTE!" Barb. An awesome post. Congratulations, my friend.
    April 5, 2017 at 7:55PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

I'm A Crab finished first in the contest "What kind of apple are you?"

March 19, 2017 at 12:13AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations Miss Barb!!!
    March 19, 2017 at 12:23AM
    lyenochka: Congratulations, Barb!
    March 19, 2017 at 12:53AM
    Chrissy710 : Congratulations Barb well done Cheers Christine
    March 19, 2017 at 9:42AM
    Barb Hensongispsaca: Thank you, thank you. My daughters said it fits me. Sometimes I am sweet and other times sour, thus...crab.lol
    March 19, 2017 at 9:54AM
    Commando: Another commendable post. Congratulations, Barb.You most definitely earned, "1st place."
    April 5, 2017 at 7:58PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Come Play finished third in the contest "Uplifting Poetry!"

March 16, 2017 at 5:10PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

She's Tired finished second in the contest "Concerned about the future?"

March 16, 2017 at 5:10PM
    nuthead: Congratulations! "She's Tired" is a beautiful poem.
    March 16, 2017 at 11:32PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Alcoholism Destroys finished second in the contest "Acrostic Poetry Contest"

March 14, 2017 at 12:13AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations Miss Barb!!
    March 14, 2017 at 12:56AM
    robyn corum: Yay!! Good for you!
    March 16, 2017 at 10:07AM
    Barb Hensongispsaca: Thank you, after three rounds, I consider myself an expert and really don't want to be.lol
    March 19, 2017 at 9:55AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Not What You Think finished second in the contest "Your Saddest Moment"

March 10, 2017 at 12:13AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations Miss Barb!!
    March 10, 2017 at 11:17AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

My Special Valentine finished second in the contest "Valentines Writing Contest"

February 22, 2017 at 12:13AM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!!
    February 22, 2017 at 1:47AM
    Barb Hensongispsaca: Thank you so much. I never thought it was that good. Maybe I can consider prose? lol
    February 22, 2017 at 10:30AM
    robyn corum: YAY! You done good!
    February 24, 2017 at 9:10AM

Barb Hensongispsaca:

If you find I have not been reviewing your pieces, please let me know. I found two that I have not been receiving notices for and have tried on my own to correct and catch up. I am sorry I did not realize as I just thought some were away for awhile.

February 21, 2017 at 2:52AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Congratulations the January 2017 Recognized Writer

January 25, 2017 at 10:33PM
    michaelcahill: YAY! I know this gal!! What a great choice. Never gives up and never quits. Just keeps getting better and better and better. The Queen of Potlatch and the sweetest girl on Earth!!
    January 11, 2017 at 7:43PM
    ~Dovey: Congrats, Barb! What an awesome way to start the new year! Now everyone knows the secret... you are awesome!! :)
    January 11, 2017 at 8:01PM
    Mystic Angel 7777: I looked a dozen times for this so finally ...
    CONGRATULATIONS! May your days be filled with inspiration and many Blank Verse (LOL) in the coming year.
    January 11, 2017 at 8:15PM
    susanjohn: Congratulations Barb!!!!
    January 11, 2017 at 8:18PM
    Ric Myworld: Congratulations, Barb! I never notice many contest and award winners, but I sure am glad I stumbled across this one. They couldn't have chosen a better recipient to be recognized. YEAH!
    January 11, 2017 at 8:41PM
    damommy: Oh, Barb, how wonderful. Congratulations!
    January 11, 2017 at 9:03PM
    Barb Hensongispsaca: wow and thank you all so much. This was quite a surprise. I just write to write. Without it I would drive my cats nuts.
    January 11, 2017 at 9:51PM
    pome lover: congratulations, Barb!
    Way to go!
    That's terrific!
    pome lover
    January 11, 2017 at 9:53PM
    mountainwriter49: Congratulations, Barb! This is a well deserved honor and recognition of your writing ability and contribution to the Site. Well done, my friend! -ray
    January 11, 2017 at 10:17PM
    Unspoken94: It is been a roller coaster ride for you this past year. Congratulations. I'm glad I could share the ride with you. -Bill
    January 12, 2017 at 12:30AM
    Gloria ....: Way to go, Barb. Congratulations!
    January 12, 2017 at 12:45AM
    IndianaIrish: Congratulations, Barb, on receiving this awesome recognition!
    January 12, 2017 at 1:08AM
    Jannypan (Jan) : AWESOME !!! I am so happy for you. Jan
    January 12, 2017 at 1:17AM
    barkingdog: I'm so happy for you, Barb. You so deserve this recognition. Congratulations!!!
    January 12, 2017 at 2:21AM
    giraffmang: Awesome, congratulations.
    January 12, 2017 at 2:37AM
    brenda bickers: Well done Barb,
    didn't check this page yesterday, so sorry I'm late.
    Brenda:))x
    January 12, 2017 at 6:45AM
    Barb Hensongispsaca: Thank you everyone but without you having my back and for the support this hard year, I would never have gotten this far. As with most of you on here, I don't want the drama, I just want to write. Without this site, I would have stopped. Without the patience of all of you, I would have left. Thanks to you.
    January 12, 2017 at 9:38AM
    nancyjam: Congratulations Barb!
    January 12, 2017 at 5:51PM
    bichonfrisegirl: Congrats, Barb! Your writing has touched many here at Fanstory!
    January 14, 2017 at 10:04AM
    judiverse: Congratulations, Barbara, on being selected Writer of the Month. First of the New Year! That's starting 2017 off right! judiverse
    January 14, 2017 at 11:27AM
    snowhood: Well first, thanks for sharing. I have enjoyed reading and have been moved by more than one of your poems. Thank you for sharing and congratulations.
    What a tuff year, it is behind us so let's find some fun in this one. Thanks as always for sharing. Best wishes for a good new year of grace for you.
    Thanks.
    January 15, 2017 at 2:50AM
    Lovinia: Oh Barb. How fabulous!! I'm so thrilled for you and missing your work. I do hope to return soon. Congratulations and huge hugs - Lovi xoxoxo
    January 16, 2017 at 10:04AM
    judester: Bravo you, well done, judester
    January 18, 2017 at 5:56AM
    Dorothy Farrell: Congratulations Barb - very well deserved x
    January 19, 2017 at 7:23AM
    Chrissy710 : Hi Barb, A late congratulations but well done and well deserved I really enjoy your writing style and content an excellent choice for the recognized writers prize Cheers Christine
    January 19, 2017 at 5:54PM
    Linda Engel: Congratulations Barb. *smiling*
    January 25, 2017 at 5:07PM
    Irish Rain: Congratulations!!!!
    January 25, 2017 at 8:22PM
    AnnaLinda: Oh, wow, Barb...Congrats...you so deserve that award and I'm so happy for you!
    January 27, 2017 at 7:18PM
    Barb Hensongispsaca: thank you. It was great to know I did something right.
    January 28, 2017 at 7:01AM
    Luna: Congratulations! Sorry to be late with this Barb, I just came across this. I was reading in your profile, I believe mother earth in not well also, and I believe that spirits are watching over us. You're a beautiful person.
    January 28, 2017 at 2:00PM
    RGstar: Well done, author
    March 15, 2017 at 5:44AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

'Neath Starry Sky finished first in the contest "Triolet"

January 19, 2017 at 3:10PM
    Jannypan (Jan) : CONGRATULATIONS ! I am so happy that you won with this awesome poem. Jan
    January 19, 2017 at 4:52PM
    Barb Hensongispsaca: Thank you so much, It was a fun thing to write.
    January 20, 2017 at 11:19PM
    Susanne M. Psyris: Congrats on your placing in the Erotic Poem contest. I appreciate that you entered such a fine piece! God bless and hugs, Susanne
    January 23, 2017 at 5:58PM

Barb Hensongispsaca:

Again I am going to make a pest of myself, but I want to thank so many friends here on fanstory that have helped me learn and grow. Just when I think I have something just right, someone comes up with a great idea that I want to use. I always ask permission to use other's ideas, but I wanted now to thank everyone that takes the time to check and let me know there might be a different way to say what I am trying to say.

January 16, 2017 at 10:34PM
    robyn corum: Congratulations on your ribbon in the Cinquain Contest! You deserved it!
    January 17, 2017 at 1:58PM
    Nan Beeson: I know exactly what you mean....Nan:))
    January 18, 2017 at 2:33PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

I Miss You So finished third in the contest "Joseph's Star"

January 13, 2017 at 12:10PM

Barb Hensongispsaca:

Thank you everyone but without you having my back and for the support this hard year, I would never have gotten this far. As with most of you on here, I don't want the drama, I just want to write. Without this site, I would have stopped. Without the patience of all of you, I would have left. Reaching one person that needs to hear what I have to say is the frosting on the cake. Thanks to all of you for your laughter and your support.

January 12, 2017 at 9:40AM
    damommy: Thank YOU for all you have shared. You're so right - you have touched many hearts here, and the best of all awards.
    January 12, 2017 at 12:23PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

I Wait For Him finished second in the contest "Erotic Poem"

January 10, 2017 at 12:13AM
    michaelcahill: WELL? Where is your announcement? LOL
    Congrats to you on Recognized for January. I couldn't wait for this place to post a proper announcement. You are sooooo deserving. The best news to start the new year!!!!!!!!
    January 11, 2017 at 3:47PM
    Barb Hensongispsaca: I had to ask someone where it was, I don't check the home page and I never ever thought this would happen to me. Thank you dear friend
    January 11, 2017 at 6:00PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Bed and Breakfast finished third in the contest "Non-Fiction Writing Contest"

January 6, 2017 at 12:13AM
    Irish Rain: congratulations!!!
    January 6, 2017 at 11:03AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

You Don't Know Me But You Will finished first in the contest "Tell a baby who his family is. "

January 5, 2017 at 12:13AM
    Ideasaregems-Dawn: Oh, congratulations, Barb! Well-deserved!
    January 7, 2017 at 11:24AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Congratulations! #4 Ranked Poet of 2016!

January 1, 2017 at 12:00AM
    judiverse: Congratulations on your #4 ranking as poet of the year. Wishing you continued success in 2017. judiverse
    January 1, 2017 at 8:48AM
    I am Cat: Congratulations Barb!
    January 11, 2017 at 1:13PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Which Word? finished second in the contest "Free Verse"

December 25, 2016 at 2:10AM

Barb Hensongispsaca:

Wishing every one on here, friends and friends yet to meet, a very Merry Christmas and a safe New Year. Life is so short and very fragile, and unlike when we were teenagers, we are not invincible. My love and thanks to everyone who has supported me and taken the time to make me a better writer and a better person.

December 20, 2016 at 7:31AM
    giraffmang: Have a great holiday season, Barb.
    December 20, 2016 at 8:35AM
    damommy: It's been wonderful knowing you. I look forward to our continued friendship in the new year. Have a wonderful Christmas.

    Yvonne
    December 20, 2016 at 2:29PM
    michaelcahill: Back at ya, doll.
    Now, what everyone here wants to know:

    What is "gispaca"?
    December 20, 2016 at 2:59PM
    Barb Hensongispsaca: gispsaca is the first letters of my rescue cats names that help me write every time I get on the computer. One helps on the keyboard, one helps in my lap, one helps at my feet, the others help wherever they can.

    Thank you Michael for asking.lol See I did not use MIckey this time.

    Thank you both for the support.
    December 21, 2016 at 1:55PM
    Barb Hensongispsaca: Thank you for the kittens. You know what I like
    December 25, 2016 at 8:17PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

The Forgotten finished first in the contest "In Their Memory"

December 16, 2016 at 2:10AM
    Commando: "CONGRATULATIONS!" Barb. I "Salute you" on your win. Most deserving! Merry Christmas. Respectfully, Bill
    December 16, 2016 at 10:52AM
    Cedar: Congratulations Barb. I really thought this one would win... Bill
    December 16, 2016 at 2:38PM
    Barb Hensongispsaca: thank you so much, it was quite a challenge
    December 19, 2016 at 12:13AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

The Story Of Ming Ming finished first in the contest "Children's Story"

December 14, 2016 at 12:13AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

encyclopedia finished second in the contest "Teacup Dictionary"

December 3, 2016 at 10:10PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

My Way Out finished first in the contest "What God has done for me"

November 25, 2016 at 12:13AM
    Barb Hensongispsaca: Thank you. Everything written was as it really happened.
    November 26, 2016 at 12:20AM

Barb Hensongispsaca:

I was asked by a lot of followers about my piece 'Dear Daughter' as to the background. I watched as my youngest twin spoke this to his 3 month old daughter a week before he was killed. It was the most tender thing I had ever seen him do.
Thank you for asking.

November 5, 2016 at 12:54AM
    Ideasaregems-Dawn: Please remove your ONE-STAR review from my story, "Forever Love."
    November 6, 2016 at 5:38PM
    Ideasaregems-Dawn: How would you feel if I rated this poem ONE STAR, Barb? Please check your rating for my story, Forever Love - you had single-handedly bounced me off the front page with your ONE STAR rating of it. I answered you r review immediately too, so it's hard to imagine you clicked off site that quickly...?
    November 6, 2016 at 5:58PM
    Barb Hensongispsaca: I am so sorry, I feel your anger and I cant take back the damage I did to you. It was my fault as I know I did not check it before I hit the button. I did not see your messages till I got back on and for that I am also sorry. All I can do is ask you to forgive my stupidity. I am so sorry.
    November 6, 2016 at 7:30PM
    Ideasaregems-Dawn: Thank you for fixing it., Barb, and for being so gracious - yup, I was pretty upset, but not all because of your one-star meaning I wouldn't get the extra reviews. There's a long (real) story ABOUT this story...it couldn't have happened to a worse one. Seriously. I'll explain, but it has to be in private. Messages here are monitored.
    November 6, 2016 at 9:47PM

Barb Hensongispsaca:

I apologize to anyone who got a four from me yesterday and today. I am sure I hit the 5, but 7 people questioned me and I changed the status. One I had to try three times before it changed. Tom said it does not happen but I know something did. Please always question me if I don't make suggestions for improvement, please.

October 23, 2016 at 3:38PM
    michaelcahill: Isn't anyone gonna say, "That's okay Dear Barb, no worries"? LOL!!!
    I've been looking at this all day with no one responding. HAHAHA!
    You're gonna give my girl a complex. No problem, Barb. We know you don't give fours on purpose even when we deserve them. :))
    October 23, 2016 at 10:22PM
    Jannypan (Jan) : Thank you, Barb, for the heart-felt response. I appreciate it. Jan
    October 23, 2016 at 11:19PM
    Barb Hensongispsaca: thank you so much, I know what you are saying, but I felt so bad when the pieces I read were absolutely magnificient. I just hope everyone that happened to brought it to my attention.
    October 25, 2016 at 3:58AM
    robyn corum: Thanks, Barb - this just shows more of your good heart. Thanks, sweetie!
    October 25, 2016 at 7:30AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Our Fight For Life finished third in the contest "What was the Fight of your Life?"

October 21, 2016 at 12:13AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Halloween finished first in the contest "Pleiades Poetry"

October 17, 2016 at 2:10AM
    Dean Kuch: Congratulations, Barb!
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    October 17, 2016 at 2:54AM
    LisaD123: Congratulations.
    October 17, 2016 at 5:13AM
    LisaD123: Congratulations.
    October 17, 2016 at 5:13AM

Barb Hensongispsaca:

If you have not checked out robyn corum's Critter poems, please do. They are a great learning tool for kids. My grandson thinks she is the best and he loves the challenge each time I read one to him. He has special needs and each one is a thrill for him.

October 1, 2016 at 10:42AM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

I Just Discovered finished first in the contest "Failure"

September 27, 2016 at 9:10AM
    Dean Kuch: Congratulations, Barb!
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    September 28, 2016 at 1:30AM
    kiwisteveh: Congrats on your failure!
    September 28, 2016 at 2:46PM
    Domino 2: Very well done, Barb. Ray xx
    September 29, 2016 at 2:05PM

Barb Hensongispsaca:

A lone flower standing in the field, is truly never alone.
With the birds singing in the morning sunshine, to the twinkling stars at night, she has a grand audience.
If only a single drop of rain falls on her, she will blossom again and again.

September 23, 2016 at 11:34PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

God's Paint Palette finished third in the contest "The beauty of autumn (5-7-5)"

September 23, 2016 at 11:10PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Attack On My Person finished first in the contest "Most Embarrassing Moment"

September 22, 2016 at 9:10PM

FanStory wrote to Barb Hensongispsaca:

Tell Me True finished third in the contest "Falling in love"

September 22, 2016 at 12:13AM