Mindy
Another family addition20 total reviews
Comment from KayteeF
The things we remember. 14 years down the road I take it all the children are still at home.
Your story remind me of our present situation. 'Oh yes mum, please, we will take her for her walks, feed her, bathe her, please can we have her.' That was 17 years ago. They never did anything for her and now they are all grown up, married and living in their own homes, but she is still here. She loves us, waits until I go to my bed before she follows to lie on the floor at the side of my bed.
Sorry your words have started me off.
You relate a loving experience shared with your family, the birthday party, the fondness is all there.
Well written and amusing story.
reply by the author on 04-Sep-2010
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The things we remember. 14 years down the road I take it all the children are still at home.
Your story remind me of our present situation. 'Oh yes mum, please, we will take her for her walks, feed her, bathe her, please can we have her.' That was 17 years ago. They never did anything for her and now they are all grown up, married and living in their own homes, but she is still here. She loves us, waits until I go to my bed before she follows to lie on the floor at the side of my bed.
Sorry your words have started me off.
You relate a loving experience shared with your family, the birthday party, the fondness is all there.
Well written and amusing story.
Comment Written 04-Sep-2010
reply by the author on 04-Sep-2010
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The story happened in 1996, so my three kids are all out of the house. Thank you for commenting.
Comment from audonick
I like the story and the I like the fact that you treated the puppy like a small child. It's amazing gets adopted into the family and becomes a member.
I enjoyed the story.
reply by the author on 04-Sep-2010
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I like the story and the I like the fact that you treated the puppy like a small child. It's amazing gets adopted into the family and becomes a member.
I enjoyed the story.
Comment Written 04-Sep-2010
reply by the author on 04-Sep-2010
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Thank you for reading and commenting today. I appreciate it.
Comment from JuneYvonne
Oh this is great - and reminds me so much of the day my two daughters and I went to choose the two Basenji pups that were to become part of our lives for the next 15 years. I love the way you pull us in to this story, making us believe you were reluctantly becoming a father for the fourth time. Nicely written - good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 04-Sep-2010
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Oh this is great - and reminds me so much of the day my two daughters and I went to choose the two Basenji pups that were to become part of our lives for the next 15 years. I love the way you pull us in to this story, making us believe you were reluctantly becoming a father for the fourth time. Nicely written - good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 04-Sep-2010
reply by the author on 04-Sep-2010
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June, thank you so much.
Comment from BethShelby
What a cute story. I thought you were having another baby until you started talking about the price. I'm sure that is what you meant for us to think. Those little dogs some how manage to become so much a part of our lives that we consider them family.
reply by the author on 04-Sep-2010
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What a cute story. I thought you were having another baby until you started talking about the price. I'm sure that is what you meant for us to think. Those little dogs some how manage to become so much a part of our lives that we consider them family.
Comment Written 04-Sep-2010
reply by the author on 04-Sep-2010
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Wow, it worked, about the twist till the price. Thank you for reading and commenting.
Comment from beryld
Oh, you had me almost hating you as brash uncaring father of a new baby. As a dedicated dog lover myself, I love the twist in the "tail"
reply by the author on 04-Sep-2010
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Oh, you had me almost hating you as brash uncaring father of a new baby. As a dedicated dog lover myself, I love the twist in the "tail"
Comment Written 04-Sep-2010
reply by the author on 04-Sep-2010
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beryld... I'm glad I had you going and thinking that. That was my intention. Thank you for reading and commenting.
Comment from Siddhartha Jatana
Hmmm...Kind of emotional piece...
Thanks for sharing...
it's kind of tough to rate a non fiction...How can one rate one's feelings and emotions or the conflicting circumstances one has faced in one's life...
Anyways, all the best!
I pray for your good...
God bless you and your family...
Wish u the best for the contest...
Love and Regards,
Sid
reply by the author on 04-Sep-2010
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Hmmm...Kind of emotional piece...
Thanks for sharing...
it's kind of tough to rate a non fiction...How can one rate one's feelings and emotions or the conflicting circumstances one has faced in one's life...
Anyways, all the best!
I pray for your good...
God bless you and your family...
Wish u the best for the contest...
Love and Regards,
Sid
Comment Written 04-Sep-2010
reply by the author on 04-Sep-2010
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Sid.. thank you for reading and the positive commentary. I appreciate it very much.
Comment from reena55
I enjoyed looking at the visual introduction to this story.The story is perfect in its conception and imaginative projection of family life.The writing focuses on a very topical issue pets and their influence on family lie.This tale of family life would be a good read for children and parents alike.
reply by the author on 04-Sep-2010
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I enjoyed looking at the visual introduction to this story.The story is perfect in its conception and imaginative projection of family life.The writing focuses on a very topical issue pets and their influence on family lie.This tale of family life would be a good read for children and parents alike.
Comment Written 04-Sep-2010
reply by the author on 04-Sep-2010
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reena55, thanks for your positive comments. My goal on FS has been to learn the craft so I could write childrens stories. Thank you.
Comment from keimosobie
very good. you fooled me. It made me laugh. last year I had a son and my oldest boy was 15 so It really fooled me.
Nicely done and thank you.
reply by the author on 04-Sep-2010
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very good. you fooled me. It made me laugh. last year I had a son and my oldest boy was 15 so It really fooled me.
Nicely done and thank you.
Comment Written 04-Sep-2010
reply by the author on 04-Sep-2010
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Keimsobie... I'm glad I had you fooled, that was my intention. Thank you for the positive comments, I do appreciate them.
Comment from M. Karol
Children do change our lives. We may not want them initially but once they make an entrance, they take the whole world with them.
wonderfully put.
Madhvi
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reply by the author on 04-Sep-2010
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Children do change our lives. We may not want them initially but once they make an entrance, they take the whole world with them.
wonderfully put.
Madhvi
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Comment Written 04-Sep-2010
reply by the author on 04-Sep-2010
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Children and dogs are very special to me. Thank you for reading and the positive comments.
Comment from Minglement
This is a clever entry for the 'I Remember' contest. You had me convinced the new member was a humen member. Very fun read. Good luck in the contest.
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reply by the author on 04-Sep-2010
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This is a clever entry for the 'I Remember' contest. You had me convinced the new member was a humen member. Very fun read. Good luck in the contest.
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Comment Written 04-Sep-2010
reply by the author on 04-Sep-2010
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minglement... thank you for reading and the nice comments you wrote. I honestly appreciate them.
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You're welcome. Take care - Marcia