Being ... just me
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Comment from mermaids
I enjoyed reading your story and I can relate to your mixture of being many things. I admire your profession of teaching teenagers and taking care of a disabled child. Your writing flows smoothly and holds the reader's interest.
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2022
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I enjoyed reading your story and I can relate to your mixture of being many things. I admire your profession of teaching teenagers and taking care of a disabled child. Your writing flows smoothly and holds the reader's interest.
Comment Written 06-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2022
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Thank you so much for your very encouraging words and review. I'm very appreciative.
Wendy
Comment from Paul McFarland
Maybe you should read your article again. You have been a success. You are not ordinary. I have never met you, and I can easily see that you have been one of the most successful people that I know. Also, not a bad poet.
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2022
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Maybe you should read your article again. You have been a success. You are not ordinary. I have never met you, and I can easily see that you have been one of the most successful people that I know. Also, not a bad poet.
Comment Written 06-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2022
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Paul, those are very kind and encouraging words! Did I mention all my insecurities? Probably not. But I have realised that it's okay to be successful just being me. Many thanks for your very kind words.
Wendy
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Insecurities are okay. They make you work harder.
Comment from Bill Schott
We all have those things left undone or unfulfilled in our lives, and the longer we live may only add to that list. Sounds like you have had an extraordinary life in spite of all that didn't get done. Nice to know you, Wendy.
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2022
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We all have those things left undone or unfulfilled in our lives, and the longer we live may only add to that list. Sounds like you have had an extraordinary life in spite of all that didn't get done. Nice to know you, Wendy.
Comment Written 06-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2022
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Hi Bill, Thank you for your kind and supportive reviews, and the precious and valued six stars. I am grateful and appreciative of both.
Wendy
Comment from Wayne Fowler
Excellent - I'm sorry that I'm out of six stars.
You struck a masterful balance of humility and self-esteem (I struggled for a better word). I passed on this one, fearing pomposity, or worse, appearing pitiful.
Best wishes and good luck.
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2022
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Excellent - I'm sorry that I'm out of six stars.
You struck a masterful balance of humility and self-esteem (I struggled for a better word). I passed on this one, fearing pomposity, or worse, appearing pitiful.
Best wishes and good luck.
Comment Written 06-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2022
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Yes, I understand. Describe yourself, hmm - how much exactly does one reveal? - and would it be interesting to anyone else? That was my dilemma. I wasn't going to enter but then it thought it was only a couple of dollars, and I had a bit of time today to think about it. Thank you for the good wishes - and also for your lovely words of encouragement. Always appreciated!
Wendy
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I also thought I'd do a bombastic spoof, sort of on a narcissistic level, but I think people wouldn't get it. They'd want to kick me off the island.
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Lol. You never know which way it will go. Sometimes the appreciate the spoofs and satire. You still have time ....
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
You opened up your heart here Wendy and it sounds like you were stretched and challenged when you brought up your own children, a disabled child and fostering too. I expect your children saw in you a mother who was giving and caring and I doubt their childhood would have been marred by your lack of attention. You sound far from ordinary to me Wendy, you are talented and caring with a heart of gold and these qualities do not exist in everyone. Being a good all rounder has its advantages and the most important thing is having an open heart. I enjoyed reading about this account of yourself, a fine write, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2022
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You opened up your heart here Wendy and it sounds like you were stretched and challenged when you brought up your own children, a disabled child and fostering too. I expect your children saw in you a mother who was giving and caring and I doubt their childhood would have been marred by your lack of attention. You sound far from ordinary to me Wendy, you are talented and caring with a heart of gold and these qualities do not exist in everyone. Being a good all rounder has its advantages and the most important thing is having an open heart. I enjoyed reading about this account of yourself, a fine write, love Dolly x
Comment Written 06-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2022
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Dolly, thank you so much. How encouraging you are. I like the expression "good all-rounder", which sounds better than "Jack of all trades, master of none"! Kindness and caring are two qualities which are very important to me, and I think the world could do with a bit more of each.
Many thanks for your lovely review.
Wendy
Comment from Tom Horonzy
Reticence? Not as you write. And as to the following: I understand.
Was I ever likely to be outstanding at anything? No, but I was very good at somethings... if interested. I am not critiquing what you wrote, you are too gifted to do so but this story is extraordinary, and without the least bit of ingratiation. Getting to love you a lil more each exchange.
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2022
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Reticence? Not as you write. And as to the following: I understand.
Was I ever likely to be outstanding at anything? No, but I was very good at somethings... if interested. I am not critiquing what you wrote, you are too gifted to do so but this story is extraordinary, and without the least bit of ingratiation. Getting to love you a lil more each exchange.
Comment Written 06-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2022
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Ah, but I still only reveal what I want to reveal, and in fact most people have the same mix of complexities and insecurities. I saw that others have written about hair colour, where they grew up etc., their interests and sports etc. I didn't talk about any of those. I have only written once about my childhood as it was not great, so all those things are kept hidden away. So in short ... I was just hoping it was okay for the contest. Your words honour me, as does the six star rating. I appreciate it, and I appreciate your support. One thing I really do enjoy is crafting stories, and your encouragement is wonderful.
Wendy
Comment from Tina Crute
Wow! This is awesome! It's so personal but well-written! It glided through my mind so smoothly. As I took in the recurring theme of you being enough, I saw myself. Wendy, you are definitely a great day writing!!! (I have no sixes ..I need to learn to save them for superior works like this!)
Tina
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2022
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Wow! This is awesome! It's so personal but well-written! It glided through my mind so smoothly. As I took in the recurring theme of you being enough, I saw myself. Wendy, you are definitely a great day writing!!! (I have no sixes ..I need to learn to save them for superior works like this!)
Tina
Comment Written 06-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2022
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Thank you Tina for such encouraging words. Greatly appreciated.
Wendy
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You're welcome! Please keep writing from the heart like that:)
Comment from Katherine M. (k-11)
You have thought carefully about how to describe yourself, and show your idiosynchrasies and inconsistencies here clearly. As you say, it is unexpected that you are ill-at-ease in public social encounters, yet a highly competent teacher. You obviously found your niche in your professional life, but it would be interesting to analyse the dichotomy more deeply. Kate xx
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reply by the author on 06-Jul-2022
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You have thought carefully about how to describe yourself, and show your idiosynchrasies and inconsistencies here clearly. As you say, it is unexpected that you are ill-at-ease in public social encounters, yet a highly competent teacher. You obviously found your niche in your professional life, but it would be interesting to analyse the dichotomy more deeply. Kate xx
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Comment Written 06-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2022
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Yes, you are probably right. Thanks for your astute review!
Wendy
Comment from Fleedleflump
There's so much to relate to here - especially in your final paragraph, which astutely dissembles the dichotomy of us humans, somehow able to be two opposing things at once. In a similar vein, the duality section reminds me of my second-oldest friend Neil, who's as shy as me in social situations but an armed response Policeman during the day.
I really enjoyed getting to know you a little better :-)
Mike
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reply by the author on 06-Jul-2022
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There's so much to relate to here - especially in your final paragraph, which astutely dissembles the dichotomy of us humans, somehow able to be two opposing things at once. In a similar vein, the duality section reminds me of my second-oldest friend Neil, who's as shy as me in social situations but an armed response Policeman during the day.
I really enjoyed getting to know you a little better :-)
Mike
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Comment Written 06-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 06-Jul-2022
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Thank you Mike. I greatly appreciate your review.
Wendy