Confessions of a FS Addict
Am I addicted to FanStory?57 total reviews
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
I've been here nearly 12 years, and I'm still addicted, so don't plan on leaving anytime soon, you'll be here for the next century, at least! I had never written a story until I'd been here a couple of years, poetry was my thing. I still write children's poems from time to time. I've learned so much since joining FS, and made so many wonderful friends. This is a family, and we take care of each other. I love your writing, and this piece. Well done!! :)) Sandra xx
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2022
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I've been here nearly 12 years, and I'm still addicted, so don't plan on leaving anytime soon, you'll be here for the next century, at least! I had never written a story until I'd been here a couple of years, poetry was my thing. I still write children's poems from time to time. I've learned so much since joining FS, and made so many wonderful friends. This is a family, and we take care of each other. I love your writing, and this piece. Well done!! :)) Sandra xx
Comment Written 21-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2022
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Sandra, thank you very much for the review and the kind words! Terry.
Comment from Pam Lonsdale
About a week into my FanStory membership, I told my husband, "I've found my new obsession. Before FS, I wrote a couple stories a year. Since I joined in March I've posted a few dozen stories and poems. And I also submit stories to many other contests and online magazines.
If nothing else, being here has motivated me to write more. And I learn how to write better through classes at the local college. I say you, me, and everyone on FS are, or can become, better at what they love by being here.
But the reviewing in exchange for member dollars becomes a part time job:-(
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2022
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About a week into my FanStory membership, I told my husband, "I've found my new obsession. Before FS, I wrote a couple stories a year. Since I joined in March I've posted a few dozen stories and poems. And I also submit stories to many other contests and online magazines.
If nothing else, being here has motivated me to write more. And I learn how to write better through classes at the local college. I say you, me, and everyone on FS are, or can become, better at what they love by being here.
But the reviewing in exchange for member dollars becomes a part time job:-(
Comment Written 20-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2022
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Pam, thank you for reading, I think you expressed just right! Terry.
Comment from karenina
Welcome to the addiction. I do remember welcoming you to the site! It is the Fanstorian's great fortune to have you among us. When I sign on it is with great anticipation that I'll have a notification you've posted. I'm never disappointed!
I hear you on the Grammarly thing. It's not the genie in the bottle, but it helps those of us (me) who are grammatically challenged!
Now if I could just get that "evil eddie" to stop inserting alien characters into my posts...
Also, can we find a way to disable autocorrect? When I mean to write Elvis Presley and it comes out Elvis Pretzel it kind of loses something in the translation... (Plus, it triggers another addiction- to snack!)
I'm glad you realize there is no leaving the site. You have fans galore now...and each of us is like your personal "sponsor."
If you even THINK about giving up, we're going to get on you like white on rice!
Why?
Because we're all learning alongside of you...and you make us smile as we grow!
Follow me-- I know just where the coffee is!
Karenina
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2022
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Welcome to the addiction. I do remember welcoming you to the site! It is the Fanstorian's great fortune to have you among us. When I sign on it is with great anticipation that I'll have a notification you've posted. I'm never disappointed!
I hear you on the Grammarly thing. It's not the genie in the bottle, but it helps those of us (me) who are grammatically challenged!
Now if I could just get that "evil eddie" to stop inserting alien characters into my posts...
Also, can we find a way to disable autocorrect? When I mean to write Elvis Presley and it comes out Elvis Pretzel it kind of loses something in the translation... (Plus, it triggers another addiction- to snack!)
I'm glad you realize there is no leaving the site. You have fans galore now...and each of us is like your personal "sponsor."
If you even THINK about giving up, we're going to get on you like white on rice!
Why?
Because we're all learning alongside of you...and you make us smile as we grow!
Follow me-- I know just where the coffee is!
Karenina
Comment Written 20-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2022
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LOL, you got it kiddo, Thank you for reading!! Terry.
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Great! Grin...
Comment from joann r romei
This was wonderful, and the site is addicting, but in a great way. I find it therapeutic and fun, also it is great company to reach out to fans and enjoy their stories.
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2022
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This was wonderful, and the site is addicting, but in a great way. I find it therapeutic and fun, also it is great company to reach out to fans and enjoy their stories.
Comment Written 20-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2022
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Joann, thank you for reading and reviewing, Terry.
Comment from Carlos' girl
Hi Terry. Im judith aka Carlos' girl and im a recovering addict.
Lol i know where you're at, Terry. Baby steps. Baby steps.
Thanks for sharing. Now go back and make it all one tense. Lol
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2022
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Hi Terry. Im judith aka Carlos' girl and im a recovering addict.
Lol i know where you're at, Terry. Baby steps. Baby steps.
Thanks for sharing. Now go back and make it all one tense. Lol
Comment Written 20-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2022
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Judith, thank you for reading and understanding. Your poems are powerful, but my little humor story does not compare. Thanks, Terry.
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Don't be so modest Terry. This was excellent. Besides, I can write some real garbage sometimes lol.
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But write we must...cause we are addicted lol
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LOL, I know!
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Terry it is SO true! Im.addicted to this site. I even asked my sister if it was okay that i wrote EVERY day. She said NO! She is addicted to running. So then i wrote a poem about her called " The Marathon" lol. I cannot STOP
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LOL
Comment from nancy_e_davis
Lucky you, Terry. I have never received that much help from my reviewers. I have never even been reviewed by some of them although I review them faithfully. I must be beyond help. However, I had two teachers in the past who faithfully helped me improve my efforts. That was Adewpearl and Phyllis Stewart. FS is a wonderful place to learn and yes it is very addictive.
Well done. Nancy:)
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2022
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Lucky you, Terry. I have never received that much help from my reviewers. I have never even been reviewed by some of them although I review them faithfully. I must be beyond help. However, I had two teachers in the past who faithfully helped me improve my efforts. That was Adewpearl and Phyllis Stewart. FS is a wonderful place to learn and yes it is very addictive.
Well done. Nancy:)
Comment Written 20-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2022
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Nancy, thank you for reading and reviewing. It is clear to me that you are an excellent poet, and you did not need near as much as I do! LOL, Terry.
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I was like you in the beginning and I still make many mistakes but my writing has improved slowly over ten years of teaching. Hang in there. It's a great site. People come and go but serious writers stick to it. LOL Nancy:)
Comment from LJbutterfly
Hahaha! This post is enlightening and entertaining. You shared so many things that I've felt. In a year, I've given only one deliberate 4star evaluation. If I feel the writing is not good, I move on to the next piece without giving a review. That's not how it's suppose to work. I worked for the Gov. and had to do technical writing. I never considered fiction until FS. My name is LJButterfly. I'm an addict. Great post, Terry.
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2022
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Hahaha! This post is enlightening and entertaining. You shared so many things that I've felt. In a year, I've given only one deliberate 4star evaluation. If I feel the writing is not good, I move on to the next piece without giving a review. That's not how it's suppose to work. I worked for the Gov. and had to do technical writing. I never considered fiction until FS. My name is LJButterfly. I'm an addict. Great post, Terry.
Comment Written 20-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2022
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Hi, LJButterrfly, LOL. Thank you for the review! Terry.
Comment from Sally Law
I am very grateful to FanStory, too. I am the writer I am because of FanStory reviewers, the good ones, anyway. I'm glad you are here and enjoying the ride.
Sending you my best today as always, and blessings for you writing day.
Sal XOs
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2022
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I am very grateful to FanStory, too. I am the writer I am because of FanStory reviewers, the good ones, anyway. I'm glad you are here and enjoying the ride.
Sending you my best today as always, and blessings for you writing day.
Sal XOs
Comment Written 20-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2022
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Sal, Thank you for reading and reviewing! Terry.
Comment from the13thpoet
Hello Terry a wonderful Wednesday to you. As always I hope this finds you well. Another well told and relatable story as I too am an addict, those 6 stars are like chasing the dragon.
https://www.fanstory.com/displaystory.jsp?hd=1&id=943287
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2022
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Hello Terry a wonderful Wednesday to you. As always I hope this finds you well. Another well told and relatable story as I too am an addict, those 6 stars are like chasing the dragon.
https://www.fanstory.com/displaystory.jsp?hd=1&id=943287
Comment Written 20-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2022
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#13, LOL, You are right!! Thank you for the fun review. Terry.
Comment from Pam (respa)
-I like your artwork and story, Terry.
-I enjoyed reading it and seeing how
your adventure on FS began and has evolved.
-I agree with your take on writing reviews, and
as the cliche says, "If you can't say anything good, don't!
-I do try to help people, though.
-I also like your comment about reviewers disagreeing
about how to fix something.
-I had never heard of spag, either.
-Kudos for sharing what you learned from others. That is one of the
best things about FS is learning and growing as a writer, regardless of your age.
-I like your conclusion, and I'll have a cup of tea!!
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2022
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-I like your artwork and story, Terry.
-I enjoyed reading it and seeing how
your adventure on FS began and has evolved.
-I agree with your take on writing reviews, and
as the cliche says, "If you can't say anything good, don't!
-I do try to help people, though.
-I also like your comment about reviewers disagreeing
about how to fix something.
-I had never heard of spag, either.
-Kudos for sharing what you learned from others. That is one of the
best things about FS is learning and growing as a writer, regardless of your age.
-I like your conclusion, and I'll have a cup of tea!!
Comment Written 20-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2022
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Pam, thank you for the six stars!!! I enjoyed your review, I am wondering if we can have wine? Terry.
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You are very welcome and deserving of the stars and review, Terry. Wine would be nice🍷