A Birthday, A Life
A Memoir50 total reviews
Comment from Zoe Webb
This was a great remembrance of a life well lived. I especially loved the birthday humor and think your sort of 'checking in' on her every ten years worked really well.
I think Zoe's career is really impressive. To rise all the way to a vice president after starting out in the backroom! I've worked for a similar bank, and know those positions are really sought after.
reply by the author on 07-May-2023
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This was a great remembrance of a life well lived. I especially loved the birthday humor and think your sort of 'checking in' on her every ten years worked really well.
I think Zoe's career is really impressive. To rise all the way to a vice president after starting out in the backroom! I've worked for a similar bank, and know those positions are really sought after.
Comment Written 07-May-2023
reply by the author on 07-May-2023
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Zoe, thank you for your wonderful review and the six stars! Terry.
Comment from pome lover
Well she sounds like she was a very confident and capable person, and you sound like a VERY generous husband. Good grief! 50 of her nearest and dearest to a professional ball game. I'm sure she loved that.
I'm sorry for your loss, Terry. She sounds like she was well loved and provided for. You did good. :)
Katharine
reply by the author on 24-Apr-2023
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Well she sounds like she was a very confident and capable person, and you sound like a VERY generous husband. Good grief! 50 of her nearest and dearest to a professional ball game. I'm sure she loved that.
I'm sorry for your loss, Terry. She sounds like she was well loved and provided for. You did good. :)
Katharine
Comment Written 24-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 24-Apr-2023
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Katharine, thank you for your review. Terry.
Comment from Mintybee
This was a fun biography, focusing on one day each year. The change in finances was apparent as the style of celebration changed. The steadiness of the relationship was shown through the yearly anecdotes. The tone was fond and the mood was largely funny. Your love for your wife shines through here.
Mintybee
reply by the author on 24-Apr-2023
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This was a fun biography, focusing on one day each year. The change in finances was apparent as the style of celebration changed. The steadiness of the relationship was shown through the yearly anecdotes. The tone was fond and the mood was largely funny. Your love for your wife shines through here.
Mintybee
Comment Written 24-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 24-Apr-2023
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Thank you for those very kind words. Terry.
Comment from Jane Jane King
What a great story. And even greater lady. Sounds like you guys had so much fun throughout your marriage. What I found most fascinating about Zoe was what she loved about you. Making her laugh and accepting and loving her for who she was. That is a good recipe for a happy marriage.
reply by the author on 24-Apr-2023
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What a great story. And even greater lady. Sounds like you guys had so much fun throughout your marriage. What I found most fascinating about Zoe was what she loved about you. Making her laugh and accepting and loving her for who she was. That is a good recipe for a happy marriage.
Comment Written 24-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 24-Apr-2023
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Thank you for the review and kind words. Terry.
Comment from Jessica Wheeler
Terry, you possess this unique ability to capture a reader's attention in a manner that I can't explain. You've captured mine on several occasions, yet this particular one is my favorite. It's clear from your words that your beloved wife was a remarkable, admirable woman with an unyielding strength. And though I only know you through your writing, it's very clear to me that in choosing you, she chose well.
Xo
Jessica
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2023
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Terry, you possess this unique ability to capture a reader's attention in a manner that I can't explain. You've captured mine on several occasions, yet this particular one is my favorite. It's clear from your words that your beloved wife was a remarkable, admirable woman with an unyielding strength. And though I only know you through your writing, it's very clear to me that in choosing you, she chose well.
Xo
Jessica
Comment Written 23-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2023
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Aww. Jessia, thank you for the six-star review, and those very wonderful words! Terry.
Comment from LisaMay
The best way to keep a departed loved one close is to write about them, to keep their name in the conversation. You bring Zoe's character to the forefront in this heartwarming story of fun times, generosity, marital devotion, and Zoe's interesting, successful life. I am sad for your loss of a wonderful life companion and lover.
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2023
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The best way to keep a departed loved one close is to write about them, to keep their name in the conversation. You bring Zoe's character to the forefront in this heartwarming story of fun times, generosity, marital devotion, and Zoe's interesting, successful life. I am sad for your loss of a wonderful life companion and lover.
Comment Written 23-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2023
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Lisa, thank you very much for the six-star rating, and your insightful review. Terry.
Comment from Shirley McLain
What a wonderful story about birthday parties through the years. You did an excellent job. Zoe sounds like a remarkable woman to have known. Have a blessed Sunday. Shirley
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2023
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What a wonderful story about birthday parties through the years. You did an excellent job. Zoe sounds like a remarkable woman to have known. Have a blessed Sunday. Shirley
Comment Written 23-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2023
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Shirley, thank you for the six stars and your wonderful review. Terry.
Comment from lyenochka
Loved your tribute to your beautiful Zoe! She's an amazing woman who lived lift to the fullest on earth and is living even more fully. And her memory is shared by even more people because you celebrated her birthday with us. We'll remember and celebrate her, too. You "still have her back" and your love for her still shines!
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2023
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Loved your tribute to your beautiful Zoe! She's an amazing woman who lived lift to the fullest on earth and is living even more fully. And her memory is shared by even more people because you celebrated her birthday with us. We'll remember and celebrate her, too. You "still have her back" and your love for her still shines!
Comment Written 23-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2023
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Helen, thank you for the six star review. I do appreciate your very kind words. Terry.
Comment from Ric Myworld
Happy belated Birthday, Terry! And Happy Birthday to Zoe! I was pleasantly surprised to find your post since you'd said you weren't posting anymore. Good to see you and thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2023
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Happy belated Birthday, Terry! And Happy Birthday to Zoe! I was pleasantly surprised to find your post since you'd said you weren't posting anymore. Good to see you and thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 22-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2023
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Ric, thank you for the nice review. I am not posting much anymore, but ever now and then one does come along. Take care. Terry.
Comment from Jumbo J
Terry((((((, I always engage so easily within your wonderfully told stories... like I am there and your speaking directly to me, or at least the crowd gathered around you vying for good position so as to not miss a word.
What a truly beautiful homage to an even more beautiful woman... your wife, life partner, best friend and love.
Such an interesting snippet to a life who I know would have had so much more girth and depth to where this story would have become a novel... but what you conveyed is so entertaining and uplifting, heartfelt, and at times funny.
Thank you so much for sharing this special piece of writing with us all here on site... I totally enjoyed each and every moment... as I know you would have ten fold within the memory of it.
Of course this and your writing deserves the exceptional extra star attached to its merit... but in my heart and I'm sure yours, there would not be enough stars in the sky to make these memories shine any brighter... so I'm sorry for the cliché that goes around this community way too often... I'm six star poor.
Always a true joy to read what you compose so smoothly. In my thoughts Terry.
Happy Birthday Zoe!
With our thoughts we create...
indelible memories.
Kind regards,
James.
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2023
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Terry((((((, I always engage so easily within your wonderfully told stories... like I am there and your speaking directly to me, or at least the crowd gathered around you vying for good position so as to not miss a word.
What a truly beautiful homage to an even more beautiful woman... your wife, life partner, best friend and love.
Such an interesting snippet to a life who I know would have had so much more girth and depth to where this story would have become a novel... but what you conveyed is so entertaining and uplifting, heartfelt, and at times funny.
Thank you so much for sharing this special piece of writing with us all here on site... I totally enjoyed each and every moment... as I know you would have ten fold within the memory of it.
Of course this and your writing deserves the exceptional extra star attached to its merit... but in my heart and I'm sure yours, there would not be enough stars in the sky to make these memories shine any brighter... so I'm sorry for the cliché that goes around this community way too often... I'm six star poor.
Always a true joy to read what you compose so smoothly. In my thoughts Terry.
Happy Birthday Zoe!
With our thoughts we create...
indelible memories.
Kind regards,
James.
Comment Written 22-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 23-Apr-2023
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James, thank you for that spectacular review. Your time and words are much appreciated. Terry.
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Always my pleasure Terry. Your writing connects to a deeper part of me... it's so easy to engage with stories that have a heartbeat.
So, thank you Terry!