You Gotta Show Up
Based on a true story38 total reviews
Comment from karenina
What a riveting tale of determination and hard work! So many would have fallen back into their bed, moved to their wheelchair and accepted their fate. YOU defied the doctor's grim prognosis, set out to rehab against all odds and setbacks and have climbed right back up and gotten in the race! Not just the 5K races--an outstanding accomplishment. The human race!
I've only five stars left...but I give them with that elusive virtual six I wish I had...and a gold medal for "showing up!"---Triumphant! Not only were you a contest winner with this... You're a winner, PERIOD!--Karenina
reply by the author on 27-May-2021
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What a riveting tale of determination and hard work! So many would have fallen back into their bed, moved to their wheelchair and accepted their fate. YOU defied the doctor's grim prognosis, set out to rehab against all odds and setbacks and have climbed right back up and gotten in the race! Not just the 5K races--an outstanding accomplishment. The human race!
I've only five stars left...but I give them with that elusive virtual six I wish I had...and a gold medal for "showing up!"---Triumphant! Not only were you a contest winner with this... You're a winner, PERIOD!--Karenina
Comment Written 26-May-2021
reply by the author on 27-May-2021
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Thank you Karenina, your virtual six means a s much as the real thing. I appreciate you taking the time to read and review my portfolio. Wait until you get to the Smuckatelly stories, they're hilarious if I say so myself.
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I've so much of your writing to feast on!
So pleased Robyn featured your work in her poem. Now, I'm going to deep dive into your previous work whenever I have the time!--Karenina
Comment from Sanku
Wow! Wow! Wow!
what a story .totally motivating and best example of never say die attitude.
Congratulations for the winning.
totally deserved.You must not tell in a shorter format .your trials and how you overcame it are best examples of suyvival.
Sorry I have no sixes left .so here is one extra
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reply by the author on 30-Oct-2018
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Wow! Wow! Wow!
what a story .totally motivating and best example of never say die attitude.
Congratulations for the winning.
totally deserved.You must not tell in a shorter format .your trials and how you overcame it are best examples of suyvival.
Sorry I have no sixes left .so here is one extra
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Comment Written 30-Oct-2018
reply by the author on 30-Oct-2018
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Thank you for the virtual six star rating. I appreciate you taking the time to read and review my work.
Comment from BeasPeas
Hi Earl. This is wonderfully written and carries a great message. Congratulations for winning the contest. A shining example of determination combined with a positive attitude. Great write. Marilyn
reply by the author on 29-Oct-2018
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Hi Earl. This is wonderfully written and carries a great message. Congratulations for winning the contest. A shining example of determination combined with a positive attitude. Great write. Marilyn
Comment Written 29-Oct-2018
reply by the author on 29-Oct-2018
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Thank you very much. My wife deserves a lot of the credit for supporting me through this. My mom too for tesching me to never quit. I appreciate you reading and reviewing my work.
Comment from Pantygynt
A tale of guts and determination in the face of adversity. It is not difficult to see why this story was awarded first place by the judges of the committee. It is an excellent write.
reply by the author on 29-Oct-2018
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A tale of guts and determination in the face of adversity. It is not difficult to see why this story was awarded first place by the judges of the committee. It is an excellent write.
Comment Written 29-Oct-2018
reply by the author on 29-Oct-2018
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Thank you very much for your kind words.
Comment from Gianinas
It was a very good read. Captivating and emotion stirring at same time. While the actual ordeal described sends shivers down ones spine, the writing style helps hurry to the end. I wish you all the best.
Gianina
reply by the author on 28-Oct-2018
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It was a very good read. Captivating and emotion stirring at same time. While the actual ordeal described sends shivers down ones spine, the writing style helps hurry to the end. I wish you all the best.
Gianina
Comment Written 28-Oct-2018
reply by the author on 28-Oct-2018
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Thanks for the six star rating. This wasn't my 75 word entry. It pardon me if you have any grey poupon. I appreciate you taking the time to read and review my work.
Comment from bob cullen
What can one say other than you are one very determined customer. Stories like yours inspire me. I think back to Douglas Bader, the legless world war 2 British Spitfire pilot. You sir are in the same category.
I salute for your courage, your wife too deserves credit. I respect you for amazing refusal to never surrender and I wish I had a small degree of your tenacity.
reply by the author on 28-Oct-2018
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What can one say other than you are one very determined customer. Stories like yours inspire me. I think back to Douglas Bader, the legless world war 2 British Spitfire pilot. You sir are in the same category.
I salute for your courage, your wife too deserves credit. I respect you for amazing refusal to never surrender and I wish I had a small degree of your tenacity.
Comment Written 27-Oct-2018
reply by the author on 28-Oct-2018
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My wife deserves a lot of the credit . For almost three years she was doing everything including chauffeuring me to therapy. My mom also deseves credit for instilling the no quit in me. I appreciate the six star rating and you taking the time to read and review my work.
Comment from nancy_e_davis
This is an amazing story my friend and I admire your determination and strength. Also,I must say you have a Gem in your wife Anna. Many women would bail out of a situation such as that. Good job on the essay. I see you are a winner here as well. LOL :)Nancy
reply by the author on 27-Oct-2018
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This is an amazing story my friend and I admire your determination and strength. Also,I must say you have a Gem in your wife Anna. Many women would bail out of a situation such as that. Good job on the essay. I see you are a winner here as well. LOL :)Nancy
Comment Written 27-Oct-2018
reply by the author on 27-Oct-2018
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Thank you, i think Anna is a Gem. Believe me I know how lucky I am to have her, i would never have gotten through it without her. I appreciate the six star rating and the time you took to read and review my work.
Comment from Bill Schott
This story is totally inspiring and well-written. What a set of circumstances. This ought to be set up for a novella to take you through life up to the fall, the depressing prognosis, therapy, improvement, hip replacement, and the 5 Ks. Just a fascinating and motivating series of events. Congratulations on your recovery and good luck on all your future endeavors.
reply by the author on 27-Oct-2018
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This story is totally inspiring and well-written. What a set of circumstances. This ought to be set up for a novella to take you through life up to the fall, the depressing prognosis, therapy, improvement, hip replacement, and the 5 Ks. Just a fascinating and motivating series of events. Congratulations on your recovery and good luck on all your future endeavors.
Comment Written 27-Oct-2018
reply by the author on 27-Oct-2018
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Thanks Bill. I should have kept a journal. I owe it all to my mom who taught me to never quit. I appreciate the six star rating and you taking the time to read my work.
Comment from MissMerri
A truly brave and inspiring story, Earl. Not too long at all. I think you told it exactly as it should have been told. You started with the race, a great metaphor for your life after the accident, and showed the reader it was not going to be easy. Then you explain so clearly exactly why and tell us how you finished, with extraordinary determination and fight. I do not think it could be any better. Winning the prize for the contest is the perfect ending. Congratulations!!
reply by the author on 27-Oct-2018
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A truly brave and inspiring story, Earl. Not too long at all. I think you told it exactly as it should have been told. You started with the race, a great metaphor for your life after the accident, and showed the reader it was not going to be easy. Then you explain so clearly exactly why and tell us how you finished, with extraordinary determination and fight. I do not think it could be any better. Winning the prize for the contest is the perfect ending. Congratulations!!
Comment Written 27-Oct-2018
reply by the author on 27-Oct-2018
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Thank you MissMerri.I don't look at it so much as being brave but simply doing what needed done. I appreciate you taking the time to read and review my work.
Comment from Kelly Hanna
What a great story of triumph and overcoming the odds! This is a very inspirational story and I'm glad that you've told it. I am disabled and find your story to give me courage to show up. Even if I place dead last, I'd place. You've done a great job. Congrats on the win!
reply by the author on 27-Oct-2018
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What a great story of triumph and overcoming the odds! This is a very inspirational story and I'm glad that you've told it. I am disabled and find your story to give me courage to show up. Even if I place dead last, I'd place. You've done a great job. Congrats on the win!
Comment Written 27-Oct-2018
reply by the author on 27-Oct-2018
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Thanks Kelly. I think that was the lesson the universe was trying to teach me for the last 57 years and i just got it. I appreciate you taking the time to read and review my work.