The Gift
Rejection33 total reviews
Comment from Louise Michelle
This is a lovely poem, Sally. I agree with your sentiments. I always make a fuss over any Christmas gift I get whether I like it or not. With regard to this site, there are many people here because they are learning how to write. Something to always keep in mind. Hugs, Lou
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2020
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This is a lovely poem, Sally. I agree with your sentiments. I always make a fuss over any Christmas gift I get whether I like it or not. With regard to this site, there are many people here because they are learning how to write. Something to always keep in mind. Hugs, Lou
Comment Written 22-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2020
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Thank you our so much, dear Lou. I appreciate you kind reviews of my work. It is always so appreciated and needed.
Sending you my best today as always,
Sally xo
Comment from Barb Hensongispsaca
Sometimes we do things for the wrong reason, hoping, maybe fantacising, but all goes wrong when all along the real reason we should be doing is right in front of our face. Nice message
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2020
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Sometimes we do things for the wrong reason, hoping, maybe fantacising, but all goes wrong when all along the real reason we should be doing is right in front of our face. Nice message
Comment Written 22-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2020
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I alluded to the fantasy climbing up and up. My husband is the smiling friend. He encourages me so much and my biggest fan. Sending you my best today as always,
Sally xo
Comment from lauralumummu
Dear Sally, you are an incredible writer. This poem is lovely, your words allow us to feel what you feel, just like a beautiful painting stirs us, a wordsmith like you is a thing of beauty. The very heart of you shines through. X0 Laura.
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2020
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Dear Sally, you are an incredible writer. This poem is lovely, your words allow us to feel what you feel, just like a beautiful painting stirs us, a wordsmith like you is a thing of beauty. The very heart of you shines through. X0 Laura.
Comment Written 21-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2020
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Dear sweet Laura, thank you for your kind words and encouragement. This was first-aid to my soul. Thank you and bless you. Sal xoxo
Comment from Mary Kay Bonfante
A very touching poem, Sal, and very pertinent to us writers. I don't think most of us have egos the size of some actors and actresses, but we are sensitive souls -- if we weren't, then writing wouldn't come as easily to us. Many of us are, very much, students of human nature, and if we're not careful, we can become victims of it.
At the same time, it's one of the most incredible gifts, and reliable outlets.
We do often pour out our souls, through pen, onto paper (or through the keyboard, etc.)
Rejection can be painful, and careless rejection, even worse. Your poem takes us with you, on a roller coaster of emotions.
I remember when my husband and I were mentoring and tutoring a child of about 11. He was having trouble completing his writing assignments -- but then he realized that he could write about what HE wanted; he could express HIS thoughts and feelings. I think that changed things a lot for him. Latest I heard -- I think he's pre-Med.
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2020
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A very touching poem, Sal, and very pertinent to us writers. I don't think most of us have egos the size of some actors and actresses, but we are sensitive souls -- if we weren't, then writing wouldn't come as easily to us. Many of us are, very much, students of human nature, and if we're not careful, we can become victims of it.
At the same time, it's one of the most incredible gifts, and reliable outlets.
We do often pour out our souls, through pen, onto paper (or through the keyboard, etc.)
Rejection can be painful, and careless rejection, even worse. Your poem takes us with you, on a roller coaster of emotions.
I remember when my husband and I were mentoring and tutoring a child of about 11. He was having trouble completing his writing assignments -- but then he realized that he could write about what HE wanted; he could express HIS thoughts and feelings. I think that changed things a lot for him. Latest I heard -- I think he's pre-Med.
Comment Written 21-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2020
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What a wonderful story. That's so true the power of encouraging words. I'm reading today about writers who were rejected in their first or sometimes second and third attempts to get their work noticed. The list is long. My husband is the smiling friend depicted in my poem. I don't stay discouraged long with him by my side. Sending you my best today as always with many thanks!
Sal xoxo
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That's so beautiful, Sal. A loving husband is a precious part of one's life, really an inseparable part. I'm so happy to know that he's the smiling friend in your poem -- always on your side! What a blessing! Be blessed, together. Sending warm hugs your way.
Comment from Janice Canerdy
This is a beautiful, moving, poignant poem about acceptance or rejection
of one's best (or what one considers his/her best at the time). Your powerful message could apply to writing--or to so much more.
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2020
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This is a beautiful, moving, poignant poem about acceptance or rejection
of one's best (or what one considers his/her best at the time). Your powerful message could apply to writing--or to so much more.
Comment Written 21-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2020
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Thank you so much for your kind review and uplifting comments, dear Janice. I appreciate you so much!
Sending you my best today as always,
Sal xoxo
Comment from BeasPeas
Hi Sally. I agree that we must be positive in our reviews and not discourage each other from writing through our comments. Each piece offers the reviewer and the writer something. Marilyn
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2020
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Hi Sally. I agree that we must be positive in our reviews and not discourage each other from writing through our comments. Each piece offers the reviewer and the writer something. Marilyn
Comment Written 21-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2020
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Thank you very much for the kind and encouraging words, dear Marilyn. It is most appreciated.
Sending you my best today as always,
Sal xo
Comment from Katherine M. (k-11)
This poem shows a wide range of emotions (pointless to enumerate them, you know them). These are well-developed and tightly crafted. They hit their marks accurately. I am glad that the giver found a better friend in the end.
The part that confused me a bit was why was it important to be climbing up and up, and why could a riot be caused?
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2020
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This poem shows a wide range of emotions (pointless to enumerate them, you know them). These are well-developed and tightly crafted. They hit their marks accurately. I am glad that the giver found a better friend in the end.
The part that confused me a bit was why was it important to be climbing up and up, and why could a riot be caused?
Comment Written 21-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2020
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Thank you, Katherine. I appreciate your excellent rating and insightful review. Climbing up and up is a metaphorical image of someone who lives in the pride of perfection. Someone that can never be pleased.
The man at the bottom represents humility and acceptance. It is my sweet encouraging husband pictured at the bottom of the hill.
Sending you my best today as always,
Sally xo
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Thank you so much for explaining the imagery to me. I still have a lot to learn in this poetry lark.
Have a good day, Katherine
Comment from juliaSjames
Dear Sally, your poem deserves the sixth star for its metaphorical message and strong execution. It also posesses a literal truth.
I hope the verse wasn't inspired by your experiencing anything unpleasant on this or any other site.
In any event, it is an inspiration for all your readers to review with heart as well as mind..
Blessings Julia
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2020
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Dear Sally, your poem deserves the sixth star for its metaphorical message and strong execution. It also posesses a literal truth.
I hope the verse wasn't inspired by your experiencing anything unpleasant on this or any other site.
In any event, it is an inspiration for all your readers to review with heart as well as mind..
Blessings Julia
Comment Written 21-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2020
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Thank you so much, my sweet Julia. I'm so honored by the wonderful review and generous six star rating. I'm glad you enjoyed my poem. You know, I actually feel better after writing this poem, and I hope it helped and encouraged everyone that read it.
Sending you my best day as always,
Sally xoxo
Comment from Father Flaps
Hi Sally,
Three things I can think of that are not for cowards... old age, sickness, and writing. It sounds like someone was unkind in a review. I'm sorry this happened to you, my dear. I know how you feel. I've given up writing in Fanstory various times, but I've always come back. Although I don't write as much as I used to. Unkindness leads to discouragement and distrust.
My favorite line,
"The day was sprayed with roses"
Now, I have to wonder, who was this new friend who set you back on your feet?
Hugs,
Kimbob
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2020
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Hi Sally,
Three things I can think of that are not for cowards... old age, sickness, and writing. It sounds like someone was unkind in a review. I'm sorry this happened to you, my dear. I know how you feel. I've given up writing in Fanstory various times, but I've always come back. Although I don't write as much as I used to. Unkindness leads to discouragement and distrust.
My favorite line,
"The day was sprayed with roses"
Now, I have to wonder, who was this new friend who set you back on your feet?
Hugs,
Kimbob
Comment Written 21-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2020
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Thank you so much for the excellent review and kind comments, dear Kimbob. My first copy editor was rough on me but I'm better now. My husband is the kind friend and also my loudest cheerleader. He has stepped in as my editor, and is also the cover designer of my novella. I know it is wonderful book and FanStory readers have given it four awards in 2019 and 2020. It is my first published work but not my last. I have three more books ready for this year. I hope you are past your discouragement and will be writing more. :)
Sending you my best today as always,
Sal xo
Comment from Diana L Crawford
Goosebumps! The variety of emotion takes me up the hill and down again. Thank you for suffering through rejection to continue writing the most beautiful pieces we could be blessed to read!
xoxo
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2020
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Goosebumps! The variety of emotion takes me up the hill and down again. Thank you for suffering through rejection to continue writing the most beautiful pieces we could be blessed to read!
xoxo
Comment Written 21-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2020
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Thank you, dear one. I'm glad you like this and so appreciated the wonderful review and comments. As a.ways, your reviews lift my spirits and fuel my writing.
Sending you my best today as always,
Sal xoxoxo
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Mwah! xoxo
