• Preserving Connections

    Preserving Connections

    One man's gift for memories
    from 47 reviews.
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  • Workplace Conscientiousness

    Workplace Conscientiousness

    When one goes above and beyond the call
    from 42 reviews.
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  • The Dreydl Song

    The Dreydl Song

    Too much of a not-so-good-thing
    from 36 reviews.
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FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: The Everlasting Dance finished second in the contest "DANCING"
    Rachelle Allen: Thank you, Diana and Michele! I always appreciate your warmth and encouragement. xo -
    Tedd Turton: Missing Rachelle's wonderful stories..... -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Baklava finished first in the contest "Light and Sweet"
    Michele Harber: I have just enough battery power left to say congratulations! -
    Rachelle Allen: Thanks for the "sweet" greeting, Diana. You are always there to encourage me. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: How symbolic that is, Michele!!! Thank you (and thank your phone, too...) -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Just Say The Words finished second in the contest "It's Only Words"


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Elegy for a Beloved Teacher finished second in the contest "Sad Poems"
    Diana L Crawford: Congrats!! i read in the contest comment that someone gave you a 4 star! wow! just wow! -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Degrees of Intelligence finished second in the contest "Higher Education"
    Michele Harber: I might as well just have a "Congratulations!" key added to my keyboard, so I don't have to keep typing it out. Great job! -
    Rachelle Allen: Thank you, Colin; you are always so quick with your positive reinforcements. I really appreciate that. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Hahaha, Michele. You are as funny as you are warm and gracious. Thanks for the well-wishes. xo -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Congratulations! Punctuality at All Costs is the new Book of the Month!
    Michele Harber: Congratulations! You must get so tired of hearing that - not! -
    Rachelle Allen: Oh yes, Michele; SOOO very tired. xo Thanks for always being my corner. I love you. -
    juliaSjames: Kudos on your win, Rachelle. Superb write with HEART!
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    Diana L Crawford: Congrats! I?m up to Chapter 8 now! The visuals though - old men in tutus, spiders on the dance floor, running in heels - your visual images are amazing!!! -
    sandramitchell: Congratulations, Rachelle! And another notch in your holster! LOL. Well done. xxxx
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    MissMerri: A HUGE Congratulations Rachelle! I?m so pleased to see your outstanding work repeatedly recognized. Hugs of joy... MM -
    Ulla: Congratulations, Rachelle. Ulla xxx -
    rama devi: Congrats! I voted for you :-)) -
    Darlene BoClair: Congratulations Rachelle as the 1st place winner for the new Book of the Month! -
    Mrs. KT: Congratulations, Rachelle!!!! -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: The Music of Freedom finished third in the contest "Four for the Fourth"


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Congratulations! Honorable mention in the reviewing contest!
    WryWriter: Congratulations on your Honorable Mention!! : ) -
    rama devi: CONGRATS! Well deserved! So happy to see your name here! -
    sandramitchell: Huge congratulations Rachelle! You really deserved this. :)) xxx -
    Rachelle Allen: Thank you, Friends. I appreciate the encouragement here. xo -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Berry Disgusted finished third in the contest "Living in a Garden"


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Our Legacy finished second in the contest "Independence Day Celebration"
    Colin John: congratulations a great poem Rachelle . -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Transthformathion finished first in the contest "false teeth"
    Michele Harber: CONGRATULATIONS!!!! What an incredibibble come from be... (Oh no, I'm not falling for that one again!) -
    Rachelle Allen: Omg. This is going to be how you start my day? Doubling over with laughter? Thankth for the congratulathionth! Very muth apprethiated! xo -
    judiverse: Congrathulathions on your great win. judiverse -
    judester: bwavo you. I think your zip code is in the winning circle. Hah, well deserved. -
    Sandra Elizabeth Williams: Congratulations Rachelle!!! I kinda knew your entry would win...it was do original and hilarious!!! -
    Sandra Elizabeth Williams: Congratulations Rachelle!!! I kinda knew your entry would win...it was so original and hilarious!!! -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Chapter Three, Fixing Vincent finished first in the contest "Chapter Two"
    Michele Harber: I told you it was great! Congratulations!! Who's on fire now??? -
    Rachelle Allen: You DID say that, early on, like the FSBFF that you are. Thank you SO very much for your constant encouragement. xo -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: A Sum of the Parts finished second in the contest "Bio"
    Mrs. KT: Congratulations, Rachelle! -
    Rachelle Allen: Thank you, FSBFF. You know I appreciate your love and support. xo -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Kleptomania finished third in the contest "This is serious"


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Fixing Vincent finished first in the contest "First Chapter "
    Dorothy Day: Darn! If I had not voted for you, I could have had one vote. Congratulations. Are you published?

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    Michele Harber: Congratulations, FSBFF! I'm so happy for you. Today, "First Chapter," tomorrow, the world!! -
    Rachelle Allen: Wow, Dorothy; that was very generous. I will remember that kindness forever. Thank you. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Thank you, Colin; you never miss a chance to be encouraging. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: That's right, Michele. With your help, this will be a best-seller! Looking forward to the collaboration. xo -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Twist of Fate finished second in the contest "Get Your Lemonade Here!"
    karenina: Congrats on second place! You rock!--Karenina -
    Rachelle Allen: Thank you, Friends. I so appreciate your thoughtfulness and love. xo -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Life of the Party finished third in the contest "50 Word Story"
    Richard J: I'm glad you finished in the winner's circle ? congrats on taking third place winner! : ) -
    Michele Harber: Congratulations, my FSBFF. You did an excellent job, but I've come to expect no less. -
    Rachelle Allen: Thank you Richard J.

    And FSBFF - you are always the sweetest of the sweet-talkin' NY'ers!! xo -
    Carla Trinklein: Congratulations, Rachelle! Your story was very funny, once again! -
    Rachelle Allen: Carla - you are so gracious and thoughtful! Thank you. xo

    And Jeffrey - I love how you are always there with a kind word and encouragement. Thanks for that. xo -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Fifty Shades of Jealousy finished first in the contest "One Word: Jealousy"
    Sugarray77: Excellent entry, Rachelle!! Well done.

    Melissa -
    Michele Harber: Congratulations on yet another win. Who'da thunk it?? -
    Richard J: Congratulations on the well-deserved win, Rachelle ... I thought this hit the hardest and was the best composed and presented entry, too. : ) -
    Rachelle Allen: Thanks, Melissa. I appreciate that. xo

    And FSBFF - you are always my sweet and vocal supporter. I couldn't appreciate you more. xo

    Thanks, Richard J., for that feedback. -
    karenina: Awesome win! Absolutely the best among many fine writes!--Karenina -
    Rachelle Allen: Diana, Jeffrey and Karenina - Your love and support makes every win that much sweeter. Thank you for always showing up! xo -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Peas In A Pod finished first in the contest "Family"
    karenina: Alrighty then! You are on a ROLL girlfriend! Congratulations!---Karenina -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Conflagration finished second in the contest "Come on baby, Write Your Fire."
    Debra White: Congratulations! I voted for this one :) x -
    Michele Harber: OK, so maybe we tied in poetry once, but I can't come near you in story-writing. There's a reason we haven't been entered in the same contests recently: total, abject fear on my part! You're just too good. -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: How To Get Lucky At Cards finished first in the contest "Five Card Stud....And More!"
    Colin John: Congratulations and I am not playing cards with the winners anymore, I got beaten by a four card trick. Well done Rachelle, a fun Contest. -
    Michele Harber: Who's having a good week now??? Congratulations, my FSBFF! -
    Rachelle Allen: Thank you, Sweet Colin. You are a four-card stud to me! xo -
    karenina: Another winner! I think by now you KNOW what a good writer you are! I do! Congrats!-Karenina -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Everyone's A Critic finished third in the contest ""Old Lady Poem""
    karenina: Win, Place or SHOW you are always up there in the rankings! Congratulations!--Karenina -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: The Visitor finished third in the contest "Being Blind"


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Time Management finished third in the contest "Antonym Poem"


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Congratulations! Pre-School Dance Lessons is the new Book of the Month!
    rspoet: Congratulations!!! It about time they got this right.
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    24chas: Congrats, Rachelle! It's well deserved. -
    judiverse: Congratulations to you Rachelle. Your writing is like sunshine. A well-deserved win. judi -
    sandramitchell: Congratulations, Rachelle, so very pleased for you!! You deserved it! xxxx -
    trimple: Congratulations Rachelle.

    Glad it all worked out in the end. :) -
    rama devi: Congrats! Much deserved. Great to see the site responded. -
    l.raven: CONGRATULATIONS sweet girl on a well deserved win...love Linda xxoo -
    Lordinajamjar: Congratulations Rachelle.

    Some great competition for this award but you edged it.

    Well done. -
    Rachelle Allen: Thanks, Robert. Those are very sweet words to read. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Thank you, 24chas. You're always so encouraging to me, and I'm always so appreciative of that. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Oh, Judi! What a really nice comment to read! I totally appreciate those words. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Thank you, Sandra. And congrats to you on your second place prize. We're a good team. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Thank you, Tracey; me, too. Thanks for all you did on the Forum. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Thank you, Rama. Yes, that was extremely heartening! xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Thank you, Linda. I love those words of encouragement. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Thank you, John. With your help on the Forum, I did. Your words were invaluable. xo -
    Colin John: Well I never, well done Rachelle and the Committee. Not sure of the whys and hows but a great decision, everyone's a winner. -
    Colin John: Oh except Bob, just seen the News update. -
    Rachelle Allen: Colin - omg!! You have never gone one day without making me laugh since you joined FS!! Thanks for your terrific words today. xo -
    karenina: This is a HUGE achievement! I'm so proud of you!--Karenina -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: The Minx and the Mensch finished first in the contest "Carnal Caperings"


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Joy Ride for One finished third in the contest "Memories"


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: How To Raise An Over-Achiever finished first in the contest "Family Alphabet"
    Carla Trinklein: Congratulations on your win! I really enjoyed this poem! -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Mostly finished first in the contest "Quiet"
    LG Wolfe: Congratulations Rachelle! I loved your poem. -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: All In finished third in the contest "sorrow"


Rachelle Allen: Judi, I totally appreciate this shout out!! xo


Rachelle Allen: Special thanks to Tina Crute, without whose review/edit I would have been disqualified for too my syllables in the contest entry "Warning."


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Warning finished first in the contest "3-5-3 Passion"
    judiverse: Congratulations on your winning contest entry. judiverse. -
    Rachelle Allen: Thanks, Sandra, you sweetie! You are always so encouraging to me!! -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Like Father, Like Daughter finished first in the contest "Back Seat Driver"
    Rachelle Allen: Thank you, FSBFF!!! It always mean so much coming from you, the Ultimate Editor!! xo -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: A Mother's Prayer of Gratitude finished first in the contest "Faith 5-7-5"
    LG Wolfe: Congratulations Rachelle! I loved it. -
    Colin John: Blimey she's done it again , well done Rachelle -
    Rachelle Allen: thank you, Lisa! I totally appreciate your encouragement. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Sandra, you are always so conscientious about congratulating me. Thank you for that very, very much. It means the world. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Colin - HAHAHAHAH. You slay me!! Thanks for your congrats. xo -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Congratulations! Role Model is the new Story of the Month!
    Mrs. KT: Congratulations, Rachelle!
    A moving story, indeed!

    diane -
    Rachelle Allen: Thank you, Diane. I appreciate this very much, especially from a fine writer like you. xo -
    rspoet: Congratulations!! Well Done. -
    Sandra Elizabeth Williams: Congratulations Rachelle! I had a read this afternoon and my oh my! I think you have outdone yourself! Cheers!!! -
    Debra White: Whoop! Whoop!
    Thrilled to bits for you, Rachelle!
    Huge congratulations to you xxx -
    Ulla: Congratulation!!! Well deserved:))) -
    Rachelle Allen: Thanks, Gloria! I appreciate that from you very much. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Thank you, rspoet. Coming from a writer of your caliber, that means a lot to me. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Sandra, thank you!! With editors like you to help, I will keep improving. Thank you for this encouraging post today. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Dean - HAHAHAHHA! Now THAT's an enthusiastic reaction! Thank you for the smile. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Debra - always my enthusiastic encourager. Thank you. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Ulla - your words mean the world to me. Thank you very much. xo -
    Colin John: That's got to be the biggest understatement of the month , well done Rachelle . -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Man's Best Friend finished first in the contest "How to woo a woman"
    Tedd Turton: Congratulations Rachelle.
    Just having a midnight read, and noticed you've won another contest !!
    Great story telling as always and such attention to detail.
    Another little gem.
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    Rachelle Allen: I just love your reviews, Tedd - always so warm and encouraging. Thank you. xo -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: The Legacy of Beethoven finished first in the contest "Beethoven 'Even the Odds' Poem"
    Rachelle Allen: Thanks, Susan! I appreciate this encouragement from you! xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Well, duhhhh, FSBFF! Of COURSE you did!! I can't hide from you! xo -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: The Power of the Written Word finished first in the contest "5-7-5 fire"
    Pam (respa): Congratulations on the win, Rachelle. Very well deserved! -
    Rachelle Allen: Thank you, Pam!! I always appreciate your positive reinforcement. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Sandra, you know this victory is yours!! Thank you for the bonfire you lit under me. xo -
    Michele Harber: I don't know how I managed to miss this one. Congratulations again. You're amazing!!!!! -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Acknowledging the Good finished first in the contest "A Typical Day "
    24chas: Congrats, once again, my friend. Great job and well deserved. -
    Rachelle Allen: Oh, 24chas. What would I do without your constant encouragement and well-wishes. xo -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Leo finished second in the contest "Astrological signs"
    24chas: Congrats, Rachelle, for another strong poem and finish in the contest. -
    Rachelle Allen: Thank you, 24chas!! You're always such an encourager! xo -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: An Elite (Elusive) Group finished first in the contest "I Love..."
    24chas: Congrats once again, Rachelle. The title says it all about your past week. You're definitely elite. -
    MissMerri: Wow Rachelle... another first place! You are a winner, girl! This is so exciting! -
    Rachelle Allen: Oh, yeah, 24chas - that's me alright. Thanks for the congrats. I always appreciate your support. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Miss Merri, you are right! It has been quite the exciting week. Thank you for the congratulations. xo -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Five-Star Haggling finished first in the contest "Unexpected Romance "
    Cedar: Great win Rachelle, thanks for the laugh. Reviews and replies would also make a good poetry prompt...Bill -
    Rachelle Allen: Thanks, Bill! It makes me very happy to read this nice review, and maybe we should work together on the parameters for such a contest? I'm game if you are. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Michele Harber - you have to say that since you're my twin sister from a different mother. But I do appreciate it, nonetheless. xo -
    Colin John: Hi Rachelle, congratulations on your poem and your win.
    Kind Regards Colin -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Congratulations! Love Notes For All is the new Story of the Month!
    24chas: Yay!!!! Congrats, maestro. -
    Sugarray77: Woohoo, Rachelle!!! Way to go girl!! Well deserved.

    Melissa -
    judiverse: Congratulations to you on your story of the month win. judi -
    Sally Law: Congratulations Rachelle! You did a fine job with your story. I enjoyed it immensely! Sally :+) -
    MissMerri: I loved this story! Congratulations on your first place ribbon. I'm truly excited about this well-deserved accomplishment! ~MM -
    Debra White: Whoop!! I'm thrilled for you, Rachelle!
    So very deserving of the 1st place rosette :) x -
    Rachelle Allen: Thank you, 24chas. You've been my No. 1 fan and attentive encourager. Thank you so very much for that! xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Melissa, you always are so sweet and encouraging to me, and I couldn't appreciate it more. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Thank you, Lee. I read your story and loved it, too. I appreciate your thoughtfulness here very much. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Oh, Judi - So nice to hear these words from you, my always-encouraging friend. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Thank you, Artasylum! I've read a lot of your works, and they're excellent, so this wish from you means something. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Sally - Your story was equally excellent. I genuinely loved it. Congratulations on your win, as well, and thank you for your sweet words here today. Very much appreciated. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: MissMerri - What would I do without your continued warmth and graciousness? Thank you for yet another round of love and good wishes. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Debra, you sweet and wonderful friend. Thank you for these words, which I appreciate from the bottom of my heart. xo -
    Michele Harber: OMG, Rachelle, congratulations! I'm so excited for you. I read your story and it's wonderful. You put more detail into describing a staircase than most people use to describe a three-ring circus.
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    Tedd Turton: Well done Rachelle. I'm only a newcomer to your work, but your special stories have been so uplifting and inspiring, I'm not surprised to see you duly awarded. Best Wishes, Tedd Turton -
    Rachelle Allen: Sandra Elizabeth: thank you for being so thoughtful and warm here today. Very much appreciated. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Michele Harber - LOL You slay me. Thanks for always saying things that warm me up AND make me smile. No wonder I love our burgeoning friendship so very much. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Thanks, Gloria. Michele has recommended I check out your work, so I'll be spending an afternoon soon doing exactly that. I appreciate the warm shout-out. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Tedd - What a sweet thing for you to say. Thank you for that very much. xo -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Why I Blew Up My Mailbox finished first in the contest "Junk Mail - poem in any style."
    LisaMay: Congrats, Rachelle... you romped away with it! -
    Pam (respa): A big Congratulations, Rachelle. Well deserved win! -
    24chas: Good for you, Rachelle! Congrats! -
    Michele Harber: Congratulations, Rachelle! Thank you for getting me involved in the contest. I?m so glad you won. -
    Rachelle Allen: Thank you, LisaMay. I especially love this description. (You NZ'ers have way pizzazzier terms than we Americans!) xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Thank you, Pam(respa) - I always appreciate your encouraging words. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Michele - spoken like a true partner in crime. Now it's onto the Loop contest to continue our heritage of co-competitors! Can't wait. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: 24chas - You never miss a chance to make a win even sweeter for me with your words. xo -
    Rachelle Allen: Thank you, Gale. Your congratulations have brought me a smile today. xo -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: A Political Translation Guide finished third in the contest "Getting To The Bottom Of It"


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: The Point of Life finished third in the contest "Story Poem/Prose"


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Owe Deer! Hoo Gnu?! finished first in the contest "The woes of Homonyms!"
    Michele Harber: Congratulations, Rachelle. I'm honored to share first place with you. Your poem was hysterical! -
    Rachelle Allen: Thank you, C. Gale! I appreciate your thoughtfulness. xo -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: History, Rewritten finished first in the contest "The Phenomenon of Cell Phones"


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Jigsaw finished first in the contest "What Happened?"
    Pam (respa): Congratulations on the win, Rachelle. Great story and well deserved. -
    Rachelle Allen: Thank you, Pam; that is very nice of you to write. xo -


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Hoping To Be Fired finished third in the contest "Fruity Fifty (Dribbling Fruit)"


FanStory wrote to Rachelle Allen: Aqua Aerobics Class finished second in the contest "Countdown to Aversion (5-4-3-2-1)"