Jesse James Doty: I'm sorry. Although my eyes are improving, I still need lots of rest for my eyes, in between small stints on Fan Story. I hope you will have patience with me. Thanks, again for your special thoughts and wishes.
Jesse
    Irish Rain: Everyone understands Mr. Jesse. Just take it easy, go to the Bay, compose in your mind. Give it time. Wishing you well... -
    mrsmajor: Time can be a healer, Mr.Jesse, don't stress yourself, just take the rest you need...I surely wish you well...Victoria -
    Michele Harber: I?m so sorry about your eye issues but, despite that, you still managed to get honorable mention as Reviewer of the Month. Now I?m doubly impressed. That?s also quite a lot of support you?re getting from your FanStory friends. Take care and feel better. -
    Jesse James Doty: Thanks, Michele, you're right. Everybody's been so supportive.
    And, thanks, Irish Rain and mrsmajor. I appreciate the caring advice from all of you. Giving me the time I need, will help ease my stress and ease my eyes, as well.
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Jesse James Doty: This is a brief note for those who care about me. My eyes are compromised due to their muscle spasms. They hurt and my sight is dimmer. The doctor said it is stress-related, so I am working on ways to lower my stress level. I will keep you posted on my progress.
Jesse
    judester: Hi Jesse, I care about you and send you best wishes. Can you try yoga and beef bone broth? Might help. Wishing you well, judester -
    Mrs. KT: Oh my goodness, Jesse!
    Sending you positive energy and thoughts.
    Know that I care and am wishing you relief and comfort...

    diane -
    damommy: Take care of yourself. Surely, the eye doctor can help you with the spasms. -
    WryWriter: Turn down any blue light sources from your computer and cell phone. -
    Tootie: Thank you for sharing. Sending positive thoughts and prayers. Listen to your favorite music every day. It does wonders! -
    Jesse James Doty: Thank you all for your positive thoughts and well wishes. Thank you for all your suggestions, too.
    I will return soon.
    Jesse
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    Rhymer: Hi Jesse, hang in there chum. This site needs writers such as you. I have no magic cure - wish I did, for my sight is very restricted too. Fondest regards and keep smiling. Rhymer aka Denis. -


FanStory wrote to Jesse James Doty: Congratulations! Honorable mention finish in the Reviewing Contest!
    Michele Harber: Congratulations, Jesse! See, it's not just my opinion. -
    rspoet: Congratulations, review master. Well deserved. -
    MissMerri: Congratulations Jesse!!! I totally agree you deserve this honor. -
    Mrs. KT: Congratulations, Jesse!
    I always look forward to your well-penned and refreshing reviews! -
    Alchera: Congratulations and cheers! -
    Jesse James Doty: Thanks, all of you, for your messages of good wishes and congratulations. Sorry for the delay in responding.
    Happy Christmas to you all.
    Jesse
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Jesse James Doty: I found this quote that I can relate to,
"I want people to react to my work, to think, to question, to challenge, to cry and laugh and feel."----John Lanyon
    poetsteve15: I added to my buddy list. Glad to have you.
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Jesse James Doty: Two of my favorite sayings are "Encourage diversity" and "Challenge authority."

I want to thank all of you for responding so positive to my poem which is on a subject so controversial as homelessness.


Jesse James Doty: It's hard to become critical and compassionate at the same time!
    rama devi: Simply a matter of attitude! :) -
    rama devi: PS--'constructive' critique is positive...not 'destructive'.
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    mrsmajor: Follow your heart and be truthful, but remember encouragement is the key...Your efforts to do that will give you peace...if your help is not accepted, then you can do no more... -
    Jesse James Doty: Yes, it is. It is a sure sign of someone who is confident and comfortable in their own skin who can reach out tactfully to others and have no vested interest in whether they take the advice or criticism or not.
    Peace, Jesse James
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Jesse James Doty: I am having fun and learning from writing and reviewing poetry. The reviewers are so kind with their suggestions for improvement, so I don't feel defensive at all. Thanks, FanStory.
    Linda Engel: Jesse, Jesse, Jesse. We got you hooked and a good thing , too. We love newbies. Glad you are here. -


Jesse James Doty: I found this quote that I really like so I wanted to share it.

"Dance above the surface of the world. Let your thoughts lift you into creativity that is not hampered by opinion."--- by Red Haircrow