Reviews from

'Rock of Ages'

The epitome of love

29 total reviews 
Comment from Maureen's Pen
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This brought me to tears. So beautiful is the love and dedication. Filled me, and awakened all in the same story.

Very well penned and had great emotion held within it that flowed through me.

Thanks for sharing.
Maureen

 Comment Written 20-Feb-2012


reply by the author on 21-Feb-2012
    Maureen, thank you ever so much. I am humbled by your review. My grandmother was a special person and I have always thought she was from another planet. again thank you... jlsavell
Comment from Hitcher
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I don't think I know the hymn my-self Jimi, but it is definitely a passionate and emotionally charged one. Your story is very moving, you allow the reader to see, feel and experience your treasured memories friend, it is an exceptionally written story, you are with out a doubt, a very special and talented Lady :) I love reading you and yours...

 Comment Written 14-Feb-2012


reply by the author on 29-Feb-2012
    Hitcher, thank you once again my wonderful friend. I do have treasured memories of Emma and Ettie May.. again thank you ..jimi
Comment from Healing
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What a powerful peice of work. Again you leave me gobsmacked in awe at such beautiful words written in perfection. Truly amazing writing.

 Comment Written 27-Jan-2012


reply by the author on 28-Jan-2012
    Healing once again, thank you ever, ever so much. Please post, please... jimi
Comment from Judian James
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Jimi, this is an exquisitely beautiful piece of writing full of love and compassion. I wish I had a sixer for you.

"My grandmother held Ettie May close, and with each woeful wail of grief, Emma raised her head to the cold aloof clouds and sang louder, as if she was demanding the good Lord to hear her friend's grief and send comfort."

"both had instilled in me that God was not partial, that He had made man out of every tribe, nation, and tongue. To dishonor His creation was nothing short of blasphemy, and to declare you were better than anyone was to arrogantly declare that God was flawed."

Bravo, my friend. You were blessed to have such a wonderful influence in your life. Thank you for sharing.


 Comment Written 27-Jan-2012


reply by the author on 28-Jan-2012
    Judian, thank you ever so much for stopping by. Sixes are immaterial to me, it is appreciation of my work that is worth more than any star ,,, thank you,,, jimi
Comment from fictionwriter
Exceptional
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When a writer brings tears to your eyes, makes you feel afraid, or sends love surging through your viens,then you know that they've done their job. All of those are wrapped up in this little piece, and I applaude you for it. Very nicely done.

 Comment Written 27-Jan-2012


reply by the author on 28-Jan-2012
    Joy, oh goodness, it is nt so much the six coming from you as it is the review, the comments that I have moved a writer as accomplished and professional as you are.. thank you thank you for the stars and for yuor words!!!! jimi
Comment from Bellringer
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Jimi, This true life story tugs at the heart. Beautiful and stirring details of this dear saint who loved all people. Your grandmother is a splendid example of how one life can impact and even change a community. What a gift it was and is to have her in your heart! Fascinating and inspiring! Blessings, Hector

 Comment Written 26-Jan-2012


reply by the author on 26-Jan-2012
    Hector, oh my what a beautiful unexpected surprise. I have tears in my eys.. yes Emma was special, so very special.. I cannot pay tribute to her enough. She is the reason I am who I am today and you know Hector, I like who I am. Thank you so very much.. I am truly honored... jimi... bleesings to you my friend..
reply by Bellringer on 27-Jan-2012
    You're very welcome, Jimi. Have a great day! Warmly, Hector
Comment from Eleanor Buron
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A beautiful story, that proves love isn't concerned with color, and love shares. In describing Ettie May's house there's the word "molded" and I think you may have meant "moldy" - not sure, but thought I'd point it out. The descriptive detail is well done and allows the reader to feel present, especially at the three significant funerals that took place in the twenty year span of the story. The writing is picturesque; it's easy to see the different settings. I enjoyed reading this very much.

 Comment Written 25-Jan-2012


reply by the author on 26-Jan-2012
    Elly, once again a heartfelt and a grande thank you. jimi
reply by Eleanor Buron on 27-Jan-2012
    You're welcome. Elly
Comment from Dingus-Maghee
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So sorry for your loss. Your writing tells me you have faith from seeing, hearing and feeling the heart-warming faith that Emma had. Her love inspired you.

I hope someday one of my loved ones can say this about me. It will be the most wonderful thing I've ever done. If my life moves someone, anyone, and gives them hope and such precious memories, then I will have made a difference and been useful in life to and for someone other than myself.

To be able to have done something good for another is by far the greatest gift we can give.

 Comment Written 25-Jan-2012


reply by the author on 25-Jan-2012
    Dingus- Maghee, thank you ever so much for stopping by and for your words of sympathy. Emma was a strong anchor in my life and I have written many many works about her. Your review moves me greatly, thank you... jlsavell
Comment from Spiritual Echo
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This is a beautiful sincere story and every sentence is a declaration of your love and devotion.

There is one very long run on sentence in the third paragraph you should take a second look at. Otherwise this is deeply moving.

 Comment Written 25-Jan-2012


reply by the author on 25-Jan-2012
    Spiritual Echo, thank you once again for stopping by to read and review my work. I will certainly take a look at that sentence and restructure it.. again thank you jls
Comment from RADIO
Exceptional
This work has reached the exceptional level

Wish I could tell you in more elegant
words how much I took to heart your
beautifuk story. Your heart glows with
love throughout and truly warms the
heart of this old Marine.
If the world was filled with Emmas and Ettie
mays what a wonderful world it would be.
To place before yourself has been my goal
and yet I'll always be still too far to go.
Radio

 Comment Written 25-Jan-2012


reply by the author on 25-Jan-2012
    Radio, thank you ever so much for such a thoughtful and moving review. I am humbled by yuor words and your six stars!!! thank you again... jimi