Comment from Treischel

Excellent

A very sad and touching story. I am really sorry for you. I feel I know a bit how your dad felt, as I had a bitter divorce from my unfaithful first wife too, who poisoned my children's minds against me too. But that's my story. Yours is very well written.

 Comment Written 07-Sep-2015

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reply by the author on 07-Sep-2015

Thank you for your empathy and generous review.
I am writing to elicit the healing which should have occurred a long time ago.
I had wrapped all those secrets, emotions etc so deeply within they were eating
away at who I had become.
I feel emotional freedom probably for the first time ever...a wonderful feeling.
:-) Shirley

Comment from l.raven

Excellent

HI Shirley, we all make mistakes sweet girl...mom's and dad's...I cried when I read this...it sounds like he didn't want to lose his kids...but I am glad you had that small connection on your wedding day...he may just not have know what to do...how to get close...a lot had happened...I am so sorry...your story is very well told...very well written...Luff Linda xxoo

 Comment Written 05-Sep-2015

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reply by the author on 06-Sep-2015

Thanks Linda.
I'm afraid so many things contributed to the separate lives we led.
I just hope dad found peace along the way.
I appreciate your caring review.
:-) Shirley

reply by l.raven on 06-Sep-2015

your so welcome Shirley...God Bless sweet girl...luff xxoo

Comment from nancy_e_davis

Excellent

I would wager he knew it was her doing. The fact that you invited him to your wedding must have warmed his heart and he understands it all now. You were a lovely bride Shirley.You told your story with much compassion for your dad. Well done. Bless you. Nancy

 Comment Written 05-Sep-2015

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reply by the author on 06-Sep-2015

Thank you Nancy.
I appreciate your thoughtful review.
It truly was a sad and complex situation and one I couldn't fully comprehend until I let go.
Writing those thoughts and memories in my book onsite is providing closure...finally
:-) Shirley

Comment from Tomes Johnston

Exceptional

This is a heartbreaking post that the author has created with this piece of work. I am lucky because my parents never split. They had a long and loving relationship. My sister left her husband because he was unfaithful, but she never turned the children against him and let him see his children. They all went to university and turned out well as a result.

 Comment Written 05-Sep-2015

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reply by the author on 06-Sep-2015

Tomes you are a rock. Thank you for such positive support.
I truly appreciate it. Your exceptional rating means so much.
I know I am not alone in my experiences but I have held onto mine for way too long.
This journey--this path I tread--is closure.
:-) Shirley

reply by Tomes Johnston on 06-Sep-2015

Take care

Comment from kiwijenny

Excellent

The saddest story of a mother who loved too little and the damage it has caused
Oh my dear I just pray for children in these circumstances. Thank you for your honest heart rending story
God bless

 Comment Written 05-Sep-2015

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reply by the author on 06-Sep-2015

Thank you.
I appreciate your thoughtful and understanding review.
This book is my way of putting the pieces together, acknowledging my past,
and walking toward release and finally closure.
Thank you for sharing this step with me.
:-) Shirley

Comment from Dawn Munro

Excellent

Oh Shirley, other than some misplaced commas (which is my weakness, so I don't feel confident enough to point them out - so sorry) this is exceptional, IMHO. (I believe Phillis Stewart has an article about punctuation that is masterful - you might ask her how to find it.)

The writing is warm and so terribly poignant - what a tragedy for all concerned! You have obviously written with your heart. I am only sorry I've missed so much of this beautiful story! (And I am fresh out of sixes, when, for emotional value alone, this is so worthy!)

*******************Wonderfully heart-breaking!*******************

 Comment Written 05-Sep-2015

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reply by the author on 05-Sep-2015

Thank you.
I appreciate your review.
Your support and friendship is appreciated.
I don't know why commas are such a nightmare.
If I put them in someone says take them out -and vice versa.
I will have to revise their usage.
:-) Shirley

reply by Dawn Munro on 05-Sep-2015

I always follow the old rule about wherever you would take a natural pause (and I still get slammed - LOL). I don't believe you should take them out at all, just a few are misplaced, and those that aren't are needed. I could try...but I don't want to mislead you!

Comment from Nosha17

Excellent

How very sad, such forced alienations are quite common nowadays and it is so detrimental to the welfare of the children. Fathers have scarcely any rights, the mother does and the father is often not to blame as in your case. I read your story with interest and note the sad tone in your words, your father and everyone in the family suffered due to the selfishness of your mother. Well narrated story, most enjoyable read. Faye

 Comment Written 05-Sep-2015

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reply by the author on 05-Sep-2015

Thank you for taking the time to review
This is my way of dealing with issues of my past and allowing my children to read and understand just
what has made me ...me.
I have gained so much closure from acknowledging, accepting and walking the path of release.
Thank you for walking this one step with me.
:-) Shirley

reply by Nosha17 on 05-Sep-2015

You are very welcome, Shirley, I truly admire your courage. I am going to fan you, then I can make sure I don't miss any future postings of yours. Best wishes, Faye

reply by the author on 05-Sep-2015

Thank you.
I appreciate your support.
:-) Shirley

Comment from anabellapongasi

Excellent

This is so sad. I'm sorry you had a difficult childhood but I'm sure writing about it helps you in the healing process. At least with your dad that you never knew you had a closure as you were able to attend his funeral and were able to say goodbye. I'm also glad you invited him to your wedding and that you still have pictures of him.
This was a very touching read and gave me goose bumps.
Blessings,
Anabella

 Comment Written 05-Sep-2015

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reply by the author on 05-Sep-2015

Thank you.
I appreciate your review.
:-) Shirley