Comment from John Ciarmello

Excellent

He was a young man by today's standards, and it saddens me to think a good friend has lost someone so very close to her heart.

I have sent my condolences to her, and we all appreciate these kinds of posts to share our thoughts. Thank you, Pam. Best, JohnC

 Comment Written 17-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 18-Nov-2023

Thanks for the review, John. I appreciate your comments about Sandra's brother. He was young, and I am saddened for a good friend, as well. I am glad you have shared your condolences, and that a place was provided for that purpose. Your words mean a lot. Thank you for sharing them.

Comment from Lea Tonin1

Excellent

I hope they are doing okay. It is sad to hear my heart goes out to them and to Sandra may they find peace. I thought full submission one worth RI. Don't see any issues with grammar or sentence structure. Get all looks fine to me well done i'm sure she appreciates it very much.

 Comment Written 17-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 18-Nov-2023

Thanks for the review, Lea. I appreciate your thoughts for Sandra, and everyone's words do mean a lot to her at a difficult time.

Comment from Lisasview

Excellent

How wonderful of you to think of a book for Sandra... I have read so so many wonderful heartfelt poems regarding her loss.
Losing someone you love is so difficult... I am sure her book will be of a comfort to her...
Lisa

 Comment Written 17-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 18-Nov-2023

Thanks for the review, Lisa. I appreciate your comments about the book and am glad you have been reading them. Losing someone is difficult, and I agree the book will be a comfort to her.

reply by Lisasview on 18-Nov-2023

I wrote a "zillion: reviews in the past week about Sandras loss...I am sure she will feel loved.
Lisa

reply by the author on 18-Nov-2023

I am sure of that, too. I am reviewing them, as well.

Comment from Gloria ....

Exceptional

This is such a kindness you have generated here, Pam. Losing a sibling leaves an empty space where many memories of the past and hopes for the future once dwelled.

I am certain Sandra appreciates this on behalf of her brother, Ian.

Beautiful photograph to complement a lovely thought of sharing during this time of grief.

Gloria

 Comment Written 16-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 18-Nov-2023

Thanks for the review, Gloria. I appreciate your comments about the book, and losing her youngest brother has been difficult, but it words of comfort that help ease some of the pain. I am glad you liked the picture. It was hard to find what I thought was appropriate. Thank you for commenting on it and the thoughts for Sandra.

Comment from Carol Hillebrenner

Excellent

This is such a lovely thing to do for Sandra in memory of her brother. I would like to add something to the book, but do not know how to find it. After two years there are so many things I don't know about this site.

 Comment Written 16-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 18-Nov-2023

Thanks for the review, Carol. I appreciate your comments about the book for Sandra. I am glad you want to add to the book. You can go to my portfolio or anyone else's who had contributed to the book. At the bottom of page is says "Add a chapter." Click that and choose the genre you want; prose or poetry. Then it is just like putting something in that you would usually do. Let me know if you have any questions. If you get stuck, Tom is happy to help you out.

reply by Carol Hillebrenner on 18-Nov-2023

When she posted the story of her brother, I replied to it with my sympathy.

reply by the author on 19-Nov-2023

I am glad you did. I know that was very meaningful to Sandra. Have a great day and upcoming week.

Comment from Katherine M. (k-11)

Excellent

It is more than kind of you to organise this book for Sandra, as it is always traumatic to lose a sibling, especially a young one. I'm sure in time Sandra will gain much ease from reading the entries over and over. kay

 Comment Written 15-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 15-Nov-2023

Thanks for the review, kay. I appreciate your comments about organizing the book. It is traumatic to lose someone you love, especially so young. I think she will gradually be at peace from the lovely words people are expressing for her.

Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell

Exceptional

Dear Pam, thank you. I love the picture with the sun shining through and the bluebells covering the ground. I'm overwhelmed by the kindness of everyone's reviews, the love that is pouring out is so comforting. Thank you, my dear friend. Love you lots. Sandra xx

 Comment Written 15-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 15-Nov-2023

Thank you for the stars and review, Sandra. I am glad you came on the site. I thought it would help if you did. I am glad you liked the picture. It was taken in England, but I don't remember where. I will check my notes, but that might be all it said. I am glad you are finding comfort from the love that is pouring out. Love you lots, too. Take care.

Comment from Neonewman

Excellent

My heart and prayers go out to Sandra and her family. What a devastating thing the loss of a loved one is. Thank you for sharing this information. I haven't been back long, but will try to follow this info to leave my condolences.
God bless,
Steve

 Comment Written 15-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 15-Nov-2023

Thanks for the review, Steve. I appreciate your comforting words for Sandra. It is a devastating loss. I hope you do share something when you get a chance. I remember when you were previously on the site.

reply by Neonewman on 16-Nov-2023

My pleasure, Pam.

Comment from Wendy G

Excellent

A beautiful choice of image and a lovely thought for Sandra, although I don't know her well. Very hard to lose a much loved brother especially as he was quite young. May she find comfort through the words of her special book along with strength and peace. Sending prayers for her as well.
Wendy

 Comment Written 14-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 16-Nov-2023

Thanks for the review, Wendy. I appreciate your comments about the image and thoughts for Sandra. It is hard to lose someone we love or we are close to. I think she will find comfort, strength, and peace from that and from the many prayers people are offering, as well.

Comment from davisr (Rhonda)

Excellent

Hi Pam, thank you for sharing this with us. I know it must hurt her deep where even her writer's heart can't reach. I find something appropriate.

Take care,
Rhonda

 Comment Written 14-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 14-Nov-2023

Thanks for the review, Rhonda. I agree with you about reaching deep. He was the youngest brother and a special person, but also had a lot of health problems. I am glad you are going to add to the book.