Comment from Debbie D'Arcy

Excellent

I enjoyed this and think these personal experiences of the girls' father will be much more interesting for them that the previous prompts I read. The language and nick-names really bring this letter to life and you seem to be enjoying yourself much more, Barbara. Thanks for sharing. Debbie

 Comment Written 23-Jun-2023

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reply by the author on 23-Jun-2023

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Comment from JT traveller

Excellent

Andrew, my husband's name. A fantastic name. A fellow intellect and hunk, so I believe.

A well woven story that sends a great message.

Thank you Barbara,

Jacqueline

 Comment Written 23-Jun-2023

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reply by the author on 23-Jun-2023

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Comment from davisr (Rhonda)

Excellent

I love this story about your son, and his absolute determination to play football. He certainly sought after and followed his dreams.

Too bad about the knee injury, but, as stated, he continues the spirit of determination.

Have a great weekend,
Rhonda

 Comment Written 23-Jun-2023

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reply by the author on 23-Jun-2023

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Comment from Lisasview

Excellent

I recently read another one of your stories that you plan to give to your grandchildren and I enjoyed it... And, I happened upon a second one... Such fun and so nice.
Thank you for sharing,
Lisasview, new to this site

 Comment Written 23-Jun-2023

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reply by the author on 23-Jun-2023

Thank you for the support. Welcome to FanStory. I hope you enjoy as much as I do.

reply by Lisasview on 23-Jun-2023

As long as I can figure all the ins and outs I will like it...
Your re most welcome,
Lisa

Comment from Sanku

Excellent

It is a very interesting anecdote from yur son's childhood. how they all want to be macho heroes! Thanks for the authors note also .I am sure your grandkids would appreciate these letters!

 Comment Written 23-Jun-2023

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reply by the author on 23-Jun-2023

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Comment from Regina Elliott

Excellent

Hi Barbara, this is a wonderful and loving story about your
son. You're giving your
grandchildren the great gift of
your outstanding writing.
May you have an inspirational
weekend with family.
Blessings

 Comment Written 23-Jun-2023

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reply by the author on 23-Jun-2023

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Comment from Wayne Fowler

Excellent

Nicely done. Saw nothing to comment on.
I know of several mothers who refuse to allow their sons to play contact football: head and neck injuries, spine injuries, other permanently disabling injuries. And for too many coaches, winning is everything, even at the players permanent expense. Even your Andrew lost a West Point spot.
Best wishes with your project.

 Comment Written 22-Jun-2023

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reply by the author on 23-Jun-2023

Thank you for the support. So true, but Andrew swears you can't get a high that equals winning a football game. I should ask him now that he's a father. I wonder if I'd get the same answer.

Comment from Paul McFarland

Excellent

Good job, Barb. I am not a football fan for kids. Too many of them end up with injuries that haunt them later in life. My boys played basketball and baseball.

 Comment Written 22-Jun-2023

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reply by the author on 23-Jun-2023

Thank you for the support. My boys played those sports also. The worst injury of any of my sons was a basketball injury. They don't wear pads.

Comment from Katherine M. (k-11)

Excellent

Teenagers are always interested especially in their parents as youngsters. As such this is an invaluable post, although a bit more about the emotions demonstrated by their father might have been good. kay

 Comment Written 22-Jun-2023

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reply by the author on 23-Jun-2023

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Comment from Pam Lonsdale

Excellent

This is my favorite so far! I love the story, and I think the grandkids will too. I like the nickname you gave your son, and I admire his drive.

Thanks for sharing, Barbara.

Pam

 Comment Written 22-Jun-2023

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reply by the author on 23-Jun-2023

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