True Wealth
It has nothing to do with money28 total reviews
Comment from LJbutterfly
The joy and delight expressed in this account of your fantastic weekend, brought a smile to my face as I envisioned the baby shower guests marveling over your creative gift of love. You ARE wealthy, even if you did not own a 401K. As a dance choreographer, voice instructor, piano teacher, seamstress, and fashionista, your lifelong dedication to using these skills to educate children will provide years of joyful memories. Your life sounds rich.
reply by the author on 24-Jun-2024
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The joy and delight expressed in this account of your fantastic weekend, brought a smile to my face as I envisioned the baby shower guests marveling over your creative gift of love. You ARE wealthy, even if you did not own a 401K. As a dance choreographer, voice instructor, piano teacher, seamstress, and fashionista, your lifelong dedication to using these skills to educate children will provide years of joyful memories. Your life sounds rich.
Comment Written 24-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 24-Jun-2024
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There is nothing more satisfying than receiving a review from someone who totally "gets" what you're trying to convey, and that is EXACTLY what you have provided me here. Thank you for this exceptional review. I could not appreciate it more. xo
Comment from Wendy G
Fabulous story, filled with joy, enthusiasm, energy, and love!! How wonderful that you can make HATS! Also finding the perfect treasure chest. What a wonderful day of joy and pleasure - one of life's most beautiful ones, and providing extraordinary memories. Beautifully written too.
Wendy
reply by the author on 24-Jun-2024
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Fabulous story, filled with joy, enthusiasm, energy, and love!! How wonderful that you can make HATS! Also finding the perfect treasure chest. What a wonderful day of joy and pleasure - one of life's most beautiful ones, and providing extraordinary memories. Beautifully written too.
Wendy
Comment Written 24-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 24-Jun-2024
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Thank you, Wendy. I thought of you many times throughout the day because this is so 'your kind' of joy - one that comes from nothing but love. I appreciate your warm words here and, of course, the extra sparkler, too. xoxox
Comment from lyenochka
So delightful to read about this reunion with your sweet student and kindred spirit! And oh my! I never even considered making hats, well, except the crocheted kind. But you made 13 different ones and placed them into a treasure box! What a perfect gift plus your book! I especially loved:
"At that point, it was not the hats and tutu and quilt, but our fellow party-goers who were in stitches." Thank you for sharing this wonderful experience! Keep teaching and collecting these beautiful memories!
reply by the author on 24-Jun-2024
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So delightful to read about this reunion with your sweet student and kindred spirit! And oh my! I never even considered making hats, well, except the crocheted kind. But you made 13 different ones and placed them into a treasure box! What a perfect gift plus your book! I especially loved:
"At that point, it was not the hats and tutu and quilt, but our fellow party-goers who were in stitches." Thank you for sharing this wonderful experience! Keep teaching and collecting these beautiful memories!
Comment Written 24-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 24-Jun-2024
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It will be my pleasure! I'm off for the month of June, and it's starting to feel really dull and lonely without my daily infusions of children. Thank you for this lovely review, Helen. xxo
Comment from judiverse
This is indeed a delight and joy to read. Really! You made all those hats? How did you find the time? Love your details. That's what makes a story interesting. The backstory is great. You inspired someone else to be a fashionista, too. I remember when I was in elementary school. We always noticed what our teachers wore. Did they follow the latest fashion in hemlines, etc.? Funny story about the girl who put her dress on over her leotard and her explanation. it must have been a truly enriching experience for you. Definitely worth a six. judi
reply by the author on 24-Jun-2024
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This is indeed a delight and joy to read. Really! You made all those hats? How did you find the time? Love your details. That's what makes a story interesting. The backstory is great. You inspired someone else to be a fashionista, too. I remember when I was in elementary school. We always noticed what our teachers wore. Did they follow the latest fashion in hemlines, etc.? Funny story about the girl who put her dress on over her leotard and her explanation. it must have been a truly enriching experience for you. Definitely worth a six. judi
Comment Written 24-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 24-Jun-2024
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Thank you for this lovely review, Judi. I appreciate your personal touches when you review; that means a lot.
The girl who put the dress on over her leotard was the same girl who was having the baby! I had written in my inscription in the front of the book I bestowed that there were two vignettes about her, and she took the initiative to read them aloud to everyone present.
xoxo
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You're very welcome. Many times when I read something, I think, that reminds me of something that happened when I was in fifth grade or whatever. judi
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Same!
Comment from Tom Horonzy
Ah for the memories. I can recall Bb Hope opening song and how sincere he was. Friends from the past, pre-teen through adolescent hood stand out far more than adult friendship made after flying from the coop. As for teachers, the students taught endeared themselves deeper than they will remember.
reply by the author on 24-Jun-2024
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Ah for the memories. I can recall Bb Hope opening song and how sincere he was. Friends from the past, pre-teen through adolescent hood stand out far more than adult friendship made after flying from the coop. As for teachers, the students taught endeared themselves deeper than they will remember.
Comment Written 24-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 24-Jun-2024
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So true.
Comment from Ulla
Isn't that just so wonderful, Rachelle. Your joy and enthusiasm shone through the whole piece. I have never been a teacher, but I can well imagine how you must have felt. Thanks so much for sharing this. Ulla xcx
reply by the author on 24-Jun-2024
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Isn't that just so wonderful, Rachelle. Your joy and enthusiasm shone through the whole piece. I have never been a teacher, but I can well imagine how you must have felt. Thanks so much for sharing this. Ulla xcx
Comment Written 24-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 24-Jun-2024
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Thank you for this absolutely lovely review, Ulla. It made me feel good to read your kind words. xo
Comment from barbara.wilkey
All I want to say is AMEN!!!! I do understand those precious moments that only educators understand. Those moments are what making working with children so precious. Thank you for sharing this one with us.
reply by the author on 24-Jun-2024
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All I want to say is AMEN!!!! I do understand those precious moments that only educators understand. Those moments are what making working with children so precious. Thank you for sharing this one with us.
Comment Written 24-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 24-Jun-2024
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And thank YOU for "getting it" so exactly!! I love this review. xo
Comment from Pam Lonsdale
On Saturday you sew all of this up, find the perfect box, and get it ready for the party on Sunday. After the grand event - in which you also starred - you had time to write a story about the event that included this line: At that point, it was not the hats and tutu and quilt, but our fellow party-goers who were in STITCHES. Tell me, do you have a Wonder Woman costume (sewn by you, of course) that you wear while out shopping for the perfect gifts?
I'm so glad you enjoyed being reunited with your former student, and I'm betting you get photos of the little month each and every month of the year for as long as those little hats fit. Then, donning the WW suit, you will proceed to sew 12 more:-)
Thanks for sharing this uplifting story with us.
xoxo
PT
The paragraph beginning "I found a wooden treasure box" should be indented for consistency.
reply by the author on 24-Jun-2024
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On Saturday you sew all of this up, find the perfect box, and get it ready for the party on Sunday. After the grand event - in which you also starred - you had time to write a story about the event that included this line: At that point, it was not the hats and tutu and quilt, but our fellow party-goers who were in STITCHES. Tell me, do you have a Wonder Woman costume (sewn by you, of course) that you wear while out shopping for the perfect gifts?
I'm so glad you enjoyed being reunited with your former student, and I'm betting you get photos of the little month each and every month of the year for as long as those little hats fit. Then, donning the WW suit, you will proceed to sew 12 more:-)
Thanks for sharing this uplifting story with us.
xoxo
PT
The paragraph beginning "I found a wooden treasure box" should be indented for consistency.
Comment Written 24-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 24-Jun-2024
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What a super delightful review this has been to read. Thank you for all the loving and supportive words. Thanks, too for the eage-eye catch about that paragraph. I'll get it fixed post haste!! xxox
Comment from Thesis
Your joy about reuniting with a former student is evident. Your memories vivid, and your descriptions of your preparations for her child's gifts in full detail made for an enjoyable read. Yes, I concur. Memories and friendships make us rich..
reply by the author on 24-Jun-2024
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Your joy about reuniting with a former student is evident. Your memories vivid, and your descriptions of your preparations for her child's gifts in full detail made for an enjoyable read. Yes, I concur. Memories and friendships make us rich..
Comment Written 24-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 24-Jun-2024
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You sound like a man who knows this first hand.Thank you for the wonderful review. xoxo
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
This is a touching post Rachelle and you look absolutely adorable here in red! I loved your coordinated outfit. Time goes by, but those people you have influenced in your life never forget you and welcome you back as long lost friends, I thoroughly enjoyed your wonderful story, thank you for sharing your eloquently written tale here, I hung on your every word, love Dolly x x x
reply by the author on 24-Jun-2024
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This is a touching post Rachelle and you look absolutely adorable here in red! I loved your coordinated outfit. Time goes by, but those people you have influenced in your life never forget you and welcome you back as long lost friends, I thoroughly enjoyed your wonderful story, thank you for sharing your eloquently written tale here, I hung on your every word, love Dolly x x x
Comment Written 24-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 24-Jun-2024
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Oh, Dolly; you are the most thoughtful of reviewers. Thanks you for this really kind and encouraging review. Thank you, also, for the extra star. Very much appreciated. xoxo
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You are most welcome Rachelle, your story was a pleasure to read x x x