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In affiliation with Jane Austen Group  Open in new Window.
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Well written and thought out. You certainly are knowledgeable about all things Jane. I like the trivia you put into the newsletter, and I can read your enthusiasm throughout the writing. Your pictures are certainly eye appealing as well. I appreciate that you take the time out of your busy schedule (both here at WdC and at home) to bring us these tidbits. It is much appreciated.

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Review of Tobin Goes To Bed  Open in new Window.
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Rated: E | (5.0)
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*Ball* Thank you for sharing this cute little story. I could picture it clearly in my head. Kind of reminds me of putting my grandson to bed (or trying to, at least). It took a little time, but Mommy and Daddy finally got Tobin to bed. It is an adorable little story.

*Ball*The dialog was smooth and life-like. It is cute how you wrote as Tobin in the dialog. I saw no typos or grammar issues in this story. Nothing to distract from the flow.

*Ball*Overall, an excellent story. You took a lot of care and effort into presenting it, and the work shows. You've done a great job for this little children's story, and I wouldn't mind reading it to my grandson. Great Job!

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Review of Game of life  Open in new Window.
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Rated: E | (3.5)
Interesting read. Thank you for sharing!

*Penr* I like the way you think about what you wrote. It is an interesting observation, and my favorite part is the last phrase: "and I hope I don't run out of quarters."

*Penr* I'm not sure of the writing style...if this is meant to be a long winded ramble, or how you are using {or not using}capital lettering and punctuation.

*Penr* It is a great theme...and I hope you continue to write and improve your work. I look forward to reading more of your work in the future.

I also notice you are fairly new to the site! Welcome to Writing.com. I hope you enjoy yourself here. If you have any questions, there are a lot of folks here who are very encouraging and helpful. Again, from one newbie to another, Welcome!

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Review of Thank You WDC  Open in new Window.
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Rated: E | (5.0)
Cool beans! I love the bright colors and the centering. Very cheerful and upbeat. Rhyme and flow are smooth and flow right off the tongue. I am happy that you have found a place to call home. (It's mine, too) I like the last line of your poem best: "This is were I'm supposed to be". This is a free form poem since you don't use punctuation (I believe) - it adds to the upbeat feel.

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amy

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Review of Blue  Open in new Window.
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Rated: 13+ | (5.0)
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*PoseyB* Thank you for letting me take a peak into your folder. There is no doubt about the love you have for the color blue. I like the different ways that you describe what the color blue means to you, and what you equate the color blue with. Very eye appealing. I like how you've centered the poem and the two different colors of blue that you use in the wording.

*PoseyB*I like how you've set your folder up: awards, things that need more reviews and things that are works in progress. You've done a wonderful job with this folder. Even the titles of the different folders are in blue.

*PoseyB* I saw no grammatical issues or typos in your outlines. It is very easy to read and easy on the eyes.

*PoseyB*Overall, and excellent you've done and excellent job. The format, color and set up are superb. Great Job. I look forward to reading your work in the future.



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amy

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Review of DEAR SANTA  Open in new Window.
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Rated: E | (5.0)
Thank you for sharing this story. With the holidays around the corner, the title caught my eye.

Written just like a little boy would write - on and on and trying to remember everything there is to give Santa and idea of who and where he is. I like the detailing in the story and can picture it clearly in my mind! It was also a bittersweet story that just about had me in tears with the conditions this family was living in.

I saw no typos or grammar issues in your story. I will be thinking about your story for a long time to come!

Also, just to let you know: Happy WdC Anniversary!

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Rated: E | N/A (Review only item.)
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*PenR* Thank you for sharing this information. As I do product reviews, it is helpful to have a template to follow in order to make the review the best possible. I appreciate you putting your experience out there for us newbies.

*Penr*Your instructions are precise and step by step. I'm glad you mentioned to make sure reviewers are reviewing on WdC and not Amazon. I am also glad that you mentioned the point of not having to fill in each box, as it would become redundant. I have found this to be the case. You didn't miss anything in your instructions. I am also glad you remind the reviewers to post in the forum.

*Penr*Easy to read. No typos or grammar issues here. Your experience shows through, and even a newbie such as I can follow the instructions (over 600 reviews? Amazing!).

*Penr*An informative piece. I believe it will be very helpful to other reviewers and to new reviewers alike. A great resource.

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Rated: E | (5.0)
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Thank you for sharing this story.

*Sun* A bittersweet story of young love and heartbreak. I actually am crying having read this story. It draws you in, and Jim is a wonderful character. I loved his point of view. From the clumsy awkwardness in the beginning to the easy friendship (you are a friend if you bait someone's hook!) to the tearful goodbye, this story is hard to resist. I love the names of the characters. Louella (Lou) is not a common name, but it is a very pretty name.

*Sun*The dialog is smooth, and this story is very readable. It hooks you in. The ending is sad, but in life only fairy tales have "happily ever after" (at least most do). A very realistic plot, and I saw no typos or grammar issues in this story at all.

*Sun*The scenery is described well. I could picture the entire story as I was reading. I know about humid, and that was a cute little insert, about it "not being good". You've painted realistic characters throughout. I first thought that maybe Lou's mom and dad were having marital trouble; but the cancer concern was a great plot twist.

*Sun*I loved reading this story. Even with such a sad ending, it was very powerful and spoke to me. Well done!

sincerely,
amy

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Review of Heat Rises  Open in new Window.
Rated: ASR | (5.0)
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Thank you for sharing your story.
*FlowerB* Wow. The imagery that you paint with your words is vivid. I can see each scene as you describe it. I can feel the numbness that goes with losing a loved one. No anger, no resignation, no bartering - just numbness. It was almost like being on auto-pilot. The random thought of the puppy just added to the "human-ness" of the story. And it was fitting that the funeral ended with the drops of rain beginning to fall. It was also human to blame herself for wanting ice cream. The "pissiness" and the lack of eye contact. It comes with being human. You made this story very human and touching.

*Flowerw*The flow of the story was smooth and easy to read and understand. I saw no typos or grammar issues in the story to distract the reader. Well written and executed.

*FlowerY*This is a tough subject to write about. While I know death touches everyone at one time or another, I hope this wasn't something you've had to experience.

*FlowerR* Overall, an excellent work. Vivid imagery and feeling throughout the story. I enjoyed reading it, even though a sad subject. Keep up the great job!



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amy

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Review of The Steel Dragon  Open in new Window.
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Rated: E | (5.0)
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*Anchor* Thank you for sharing this poem. I liked that you told what form you were using. Suggestion: maybe give a footnote what a Rondeau is...for us poetry newbies?)

*Anchor*Emphasis is on "And the Steel Dragon sank". A dark poem, about a shipping tragedy. The Great Lakes are notorious for the ships and lives that they have claimed. The fall season is especially treacherous on the Great Lakes. They aren't called "inland seas" for nothing! It is sad that all that remains of that grand old ship is part of the rudder and a statue that stands in the Mariner's Hall.

*Anchor*You followed the format of the poem (I looked it up), and I see no grammatical issues or typos to distract from the story you've told in the poem. The picture next to the title is appropriate for the poem. You've done an excellent job telling the story.

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Review of Death Knocks  Open in new Window.
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Rated: 13+ | (5.0)
Thank you for sharing this.

*PoseyP* It is a sobering poem. It is also reality. Death is something we all have in common. A thought-provoking sentiment.

*PoseyB* I like the comparison you use for the funeral service. "masks", words "spoken in vain", and "nothing sweet in this cup".

*Poseyo*The most powerful line is the last one, where you compare the loss to a "brush fire", and the condolences as a "feeble rain"

*PoseyV* I saw no typos or grammar issues with this writing. Very gripping and thoughtfully written about so painful a subject.

Keep up the good job...I look forward to reading more of your work in the future.

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Review of Breaking Yoke  Open in new Window.
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Rated: 13+ | (5.0)
Very clever twist on the nursery rhyme "Humpty Dumpty". The flow and rhyme is smooth, and I saw no typo or grammar issues to detract from the poem. It is funny how twisted this is...while in the standard nursery rhyme, the kings men tried to put him together again. In this version, just the opposite. Question: where were the king's horses? LOL Well done!

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Rated: E | (4.5)
I can tell you love kittens...They are adorable both by your name and also at the end of the poem. You also like the color purple, which is very eye-catching. Centering of the poem, along with the color makes it appealing. Is it 5/5/7 or is it 5/7/5 the format you were wanting to do? The description says 5/5/7, but it is the other way around on what you've written.

A beautifully simple piece. Thank you for sharing this. I look forward to reading more of your work soon.

sincerely,
amy


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Review of The Small Print  Open in new Window.
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Rated: E | (5.0)
Great job! A very good lesson to be learned. Even though the "red flags" were there, still, it is easy to get sucked into the "chapter headings and climaxes" as you put it succinctly. I like the comparing that you do - relationship to a "who-done-it" where you know the ending. Bravo! I enjoyed reading this very much. No grammar or typos that I noticed. Keep on Writing!

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Review of friEnd  Open in new Window.
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Rated: E | (5.0)
Welcome to Writing.Com. I hope you are making yourself to "home" here. Just jump right in. Don't be afraid to ask questions. The folks here are friendly and encouraging. I'm reviewing your poem today. *Smile*

Nicely written! I like how the highlighted words made up the theme of the poem. Very creative. Is there a format for this style poem or is it free verse? Kind of sad, but it is powerful. No typos or grammar "thingys" to detract from your work. Keep up the good work!

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Review of The Maybe's  Open in new Window.
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Rated: 13+ | (4.5)
A sobering tale (pardon the pun). A sad and serious subject...Drinking and driving. Vivid imagery.
One suggestion to make it flow better: (take it for what is is worth)

Told her to come back, come and play the game

perhaps (Telling her to come back and play the game ?)

A chilling lesson in this poem. Thank you for sharing.

As always my friend, Keep Writing!

sincerely,
amy

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Review of The Music Man  Open in new Window.
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Rated: E | (5.0)
A wonderful story in poetry. Thank you for sharing this. Your word painted a vivid picture - from the frail old man, to the seemingly ageless man who played his instruments with abandon. Then just as the spell started, it stopped, and the old man on his cane returned. I enjoyed reading the poem from beginning to end. I also liked how the narrator begged for just "one more song". I always look forward to reading your works. Great Job - as always.

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Review of Highway of Life  Open in new Window.
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Rated: E | (5.0)
Thank you for sharing this poem. I liked how it followed the ABCs. It must have taken a lot of thought to accomplish. Great flow, only a couple lines gave me pause at first, but reading it the second time was much better. I am inspired to write more poetry, and am having a good time with it. Participating in your forum has been educational as well. I think I am finding my "niche" LOL. I look forward to reading more of your work. Thank you so very much!

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Review of Summer Solstice  Open in new Window.
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Rated: E | (5.0)
I like the format of this poem. Thank you for sharing, and thank you for describing how the Pi format works. I like the comparisons between the seasons and civilization. Yet through it all, the "Sun stands still!" No grammar or typo issues here. Easy to read, and flows smoothly. Keep up the great job!

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Review of Roads Of Gold  Open in new Window.
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Rated: E | (5.0)
Another bit of wisdom well shared. It's a shame that people think if you don't believe what they do, that you are doomed. It's also a shame to watch them stumble upon those "streets of gold". Heck, even Jesus walked the dirty, dusty roads of his day, where the so-called righteous wouldn't dare go. I think I agree with you, and I'll keep to the "regular" road. A very well done work, my friend.

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Rated: E | (5.0)
Nicely written. I agree 1000% with your sentiments. February comes but once a year, and Feb. 14, only one day that month. But a love you've described is timeless, and it's the little things that make the most difference. I'm not opposed to flowers or candy, but to hold my hand or give me a hug...those are what make the difference. A very good job! Keep up the good work!

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Review of Shades of Blue  Open in new Window.
Rated: E | (5.0)
Very cute! I loved reading that...I'd never thought of that before, but amazing idea. Blue can be the color of sadness, and then the leaves aren't ready to go...Clever! Love the poem, and the centering. Of course what other color would you use for the words?

As always, my friend, Great Job!

sincerely,
amy

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Review of Ageless Memories  Open in new Window.
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Rated: E | (5.0)
I loved reading this story. I can picture the scenes vividly in my imagination as I read. How I would have loved listening to the tales the old ones had to tell. A story worth telling over and over again. I loved the way the old warrior remembers his past, and is looking forward to being with his love; his wife. Even the stone being put back in the sand rather than being flung into the river made me happy. An excellent story! Very fitting for an old warrior.
You've outdone yourself!

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Review of Two Lovers  Open in new Window.
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Rated: E | (5.0)
Thank you for sharing this. The picture set the tone wonderfully. The theme "A kiss from you, is all I need" felt like an impassioned plea. I liked the centering of the words on the page. I also liked your description of the the form of poetry you used. I enjoyed reading it very much. Keep up the good work!

sincerely,
amy

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Rated: E | (5.0)
A fitting tribute to a "task master". I like the visual stimulation of the poem. Looks like a "victor's" cup. Vivid imagery of a God holding a giant red quill comes to mind. Slashing and circling words on a scroll that unrolls down the desk and across the floor. A fun read. Thank you for sharing this. No grammatical issues or typos here to distract from the poem.

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