Ghost of My Former Self
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Comment from muffinmama
You were obviously dancing as though no one was watching, the best way to dance!
As always, your writing has the wry humor that makes it so much fun to read:
"My face, forty years on, constrained from flouting its mask, made up for it by flaunting its eyebags." All of us of a certain age can relate. Not all of us can laugh about it; I'm so glad that I can.
Your little introspection perfectly illustrates how different people latch on to different aspects of a person, and contribute to the overall picture of who that person is. Sort of like 10 blind people describing an elephant.
Your piece also reminds us to always smile because you never know who's watching and falling in love with that smile!
Terrific read.
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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You were obviously dancing as though no one was watching, the best way to dance!
As always, your writing has the wry humor that makes it so much fun to read:
"My face, forty years on, constrained from flouting its mask, made up for it by flaunting its eyebags." All of us of a certain age can relate. Not all of us can laugh about it; I'm so glad that I can.
Your little introspection perfectly illustrates how different people latch on to different aspects of a person, and contribute to the overall picture of who that person is. Sort of like 10 blind people describing an elephant.
Your piece also reminds us to always smile because you never know who's watching and falling in love with that smile!
Terrific read.
Comment Written 26-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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I made up the punchline, as per my tendency toward a send-off twist with a bit of self-deprecating humor!
Comment from Seshadri_Sreenivasan
Ageing is indeed a remarkable process that opens door doors for new opportunities and strength. I believe in ageing gracefully and honestly. Call a spade a spade. Why bother about niceties. I am amazed at your command on the vocabulary. a learning experience for me. I am happy you chose my painting for your 'wow' note. Thanks.
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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Ageing is indeed a remarkable process that opens door doors for new opportunities and strength. I believe in ageing gracefully and honestly. Call a spade a spade. Why bother about niceties. I am amazed at your command on the vocabulary. a learning experience for me. I am happy you chose my painting for your 'wow' note. Thanks.
Comment Written 26-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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I made up the punchline, as per my tendency toward a send-off twist with a bit of self-deprecating humor.
Comment from Wendy G
Oh my goodness! That was a back-handed compliment! Interesting to read about others' families and their awkward social situations and interactions. Well written, as always.
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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Oh my goodness! That was a back-handed compliment! Interesting to read about others' families and their awkward social situations and interactions. Well written, as always.
Comment Written 26-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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I made up the punchline, as per my tendency toward a send-off twist with a bit of self-deprecating humor.
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Lol!
Comment from Robert Zimmerman
I am struck by a couple of things in this post. You certainly have a way with words and I think it is admirable that the memory someone has of you from 38 years ago was you having fun flailing and flapping. HAHA
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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I am struck by a couple of things in this post. You certainly have a way with words and I think it is admirable that the memory someone has of you from 38 years ago was you having fun flailing and flapping. HAHA
Comment Written 26-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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I made up the punchline, as per my tendency toward a send-off twist with a bit of self-deprecating humor.
Comment from lyenochka
Lol! Oh dear! Well, you made an impression on Lorraine. But it sounds like it was a good impression and she could recognize you right away after so many years. Sounds like it was a good event after all. So many couldn't have real funerals during this year. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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Lol! Oh dear! Well, you made an impression on Lorraine. But it sounds like it was a good impression and she could recognize you right away after so many years. Sounds like it was a good event after all. So many couldn't have real funerals during this year. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 26-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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I made up the punchline, as per my tendency toward a send-off twist with a bit of self-deprecating humor.
Comment from Raffaelina Lowcock
Isn't amazing that some people seem to be complimenting you with words that are just downright degrading. The circumstances you describe so well must have been a bit awkward, but then this person makes it worse. Or, did you care?
Ralf
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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Isn't amazing that some people seem to be complimenting you with words that are just downright degrading. The circumstances you describe so well must have been a bit awkward, but then this person makes it worse. Or, did you care?
Ralf
Comment Written 26-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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I made up the punchline, as per my tendency toward a send-off twist with a bit of self-deprecating humor.
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
Well, that last comment from her was, hmm, rude, but she was 15. She could've should've kept that to herself. Was she trying to make herself look better now, I wonder? You did a good job, Liz,, even though it was writing about a funeral. I don't know how you kept all those people straight and remembered them while their faces were half hidden by the masks.
Respectfully, Jan
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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Well, that last comment from her was, hmm, rude, but she was 15. She could've should've kept that to herself. Was she trying to make herself look better now, I wonder? You did a good job, Liz,, even though it was writing about a funeral. I don't know how you kept all those people straight and remembered them while their faces were half hidden by the masks.
Respectfully, Jan
Comment Written 26-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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I made up the punchline, as per my tendency toward a send-off twist with a bit of self-deprecating humor.
Comment from AnnieDawn
Oh my, what an awful thing to say after all that time if this is a tale of a real event. I am not sure if you write fiction. If so it is really good but if it is real I say the same; it is written really good. Some people have no regard for others' feelings.
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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Oh my, what an awful thing to say after all that time if this is a tale of a real event. I am not sure if you write fiction. If so it is really good but if it is real I say the same; it is written really good. Some people have no regard for others' feelings.
Comment Written 25-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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I made up the punchline, as per my tendency toward a send-off twist with a bit of self-deprecating humor.
Comment from DonandVicki
I'm glad I held on tightly to my sixes, I can see that I may run out soon though. I love your self depreciating humor, only a true humor writer can pull this off, very well done Elizabeth. Don
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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I'm glad I held on tightly to my sixes, I can see that I may run out soon though. I love your self depreciating humor, only a true humor writer can pull this off, very well done Elizabeth. Don
Comment Written 25-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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Thanks for the delightful ssssssurprise!
I made up the punchline, as per
my tendency toward a send-off twist with a bit of self-deprecating humor.
Comment from kmoss
I really enjoyed this story. It shows that you made an impact on someone for being yourself! No fear of being foolish!
With every bday, my give a ;$;@( meter lowers, so I applaud you for having the courage all of those years ago!
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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I really enjoyed this story. It shows that you made an impact on someone for being yourself! No fear of being foolish!
With every bday, my give a ;$;@( meter lowers, so I applaud you for having the courage all of those years ago!
Comment Written 25-Jan-2021
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2021
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I made up the punchline, as per my tendency toward a send-off twist with a bit of self-deprecating humor.
