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gramalot8: Hi everyone. Been awhile since I was on here. Tragically lost my 19 yr. old granddaughter 5 months ago. It's been very hard on us all. I haven't felt like writing or reading on here or anything. She is really missed. Hope I can "put my big girl panties on" and start again. Wish me luck. Want to catch up with all your poems and stories and start again myself. Thanks for listening.
    adewpearl: I am so sorry for your loss, my friend. I hope writing helps you work your way through this. -
    pipersfancy: I echo Brooke's sentiments. What a terrible loss... I'm so sorry. -
    fossilhunter: I'm so very sorry. We always expect to go before our children and grandchildren. I will pray for strength and peace. -
    Veeb: We are not acquainted, but I want to extend to you my prayers for comfort and peace as you continue to heal. Such a terrible, tragic loss. Love and light to you and all those who share in your loss. -
    gramalot8: thank you everyone.... your comments are a comfort. :) -
    fingerfood: Losing a grand daughter has to be the toughest trial to go through. Now that you know she is happy in the next world your pain should be eased, although you will always love her and miss her. -


gramalot8: feeling discouraged... not hearing much from my muse lately.... when I do write something that feel and KNOW is good.... not much response. Need new motivation
    phaedra: You might check out Muse Manor in Clovis, New Mexico for a new muse. Smile -
    maggieadams: I have had the same malaise. Finally, I posted a story...it has been at least a month. Happy Easter, my friend. -


gramalot8: Merry Christmas everyone. And, I just spent 12.00 member dollars promoting the wrong post. DANG... oh, well, too late... :)
    Selina Stambi: Oh, dear - better luck in 2014 - happy New Year. May all your writing dreams come true! :) -


gramalot8: Please note. If you have looked at my story called CHristmas Surprise for Mom and Dad.... it got accidently released as finished and it should have been in a preview mode only while I am working on it. Please look for it in it's finished state later. Thanks!


gramalot8: Haven't written on here in a long time. No one seems to read these, but, I guess it's ok. Just want to say how much I love reading all the poems on here. So many are so inspirational, some so funny, others calming, etc. Hope I can reach and touch others at some point as well. Whomever, thanks for listening.....
    Sally Carter: I read them, Gramalot; just sometimes there are so many sad messages from people I have never heard of, it gets hard to know where to stop. I love it here too! -
    rouskin: Congratulations for Edie's Christmas Secret -


gramalot8: So looking forward to spring. It's been a tough winter for many of us. Look for my prompt just created about spring. Have fun and hurry up, Spring... we're ready for you! Hope everyone is having a GREAT DAY!


gramalot8: Am having a good day. Thank you to all of those who are reading and reviewing my poems.


gramalot8: Yahoo, been awhile but finally won a prompt contest.... and had to split the win 3 ways... oh well, I guess a win's a win... LOL
    kiwigirl2821: Congrats on your win with "A Loose Apology" ... in my book any win is a good day. So much talent, raw good honest talent in here that it's a difficult thing to do, this winning business on contests, but look at you! You Won! Congrats again...and nice to meet you. Good luck, let me know if I can ever help in any way. Fan story was made for people like us! lol xoxo deborah -
    gramalot8: Thanks, Deborah, appreciate your comments. -
    pharp: Congratulations on your win with "Delight in FanStory" will deserved by friend. -


gramalot8: Am trying very hard to get back into writing again. Have had a slump off and on for last few months. Hope you will help me with reviews, comments, etc. Love to hear from everyone.


gramalot8: Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, Happy Hanukah, or however you celebrate this season, do it in peace, safety and love!


gramalot8: I haven't had too much new inspiration lately. Kinda in a slump, I guess. Any suggestions? I know, maybe I'll win one of the contests I enter. That would help. LOL.


gramalot8: Had a very bad night and wrote an angry poem tonight hoping it would help me feel better. Hmmm,,,,, not working yet. I might have to sleep on it!


gramalot8: Feel sad today. Lost 2 family members in death this week. One older and expected, another way to young and startling. Should write a poem about this... don't feel motivated at the moment. Dang, I hate death!
    flyboy130: I am so so sorry to hear that. -
    Jetco: I feel your grief I too have lost loved ones. -
    teacherdub: teacherdub here. I'm so very sorry for the loss. My prayers are with you and your family. Loss is especially difficult this time of year.
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gramalot8: "Yodeling Cowboy" just received 'All Time Best' status. Thanks so much for this honorable recognition.
    Freespiritaz: Congratulations! Was an enjoyable read. I love your style and voice. -
    gramalot8: Thank you and thanks for listing me as one of your fans. -
    Freespiritaz: My pleasure! I love your voice and style and look forward to learning something about writing through your work. -


gramalot8: Shout out: Happy to have poem "The Yodeling Cowboy" be recognized.
    judelesemann: Great poem. I just read your profile. Too bad you don't live in Charleston...I know we would be fast friends! Love SLC...lived there for about ten years. Be blessed, Jude -
    gramalot8: Thanks again for your interest and as always, when you review, thanks for your comments and suggestions. -


gramalot8: YAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Just won my first contest for Legend in a Poem for "Seaman's Farewell"> I love it here!
    Sally Carter: Well done Gramalot. Big congratulations to you. :-) Sally -
    gramalot8: Thank you so much for your good words on my behalf. -
    sgalletti: Congratulations and welcome to this wonderful site! Look forward to getting to know you better and reading some great writing...Sue -
    krdeering: Congratulations on your win with "Imagination!" -
    gramalot8: Thank you to everyone who commented on my recent wins. I am really enjoying this site and the satisfaction I get for renewing my writing. -


gramalot8: Mastery has honored me with a 6 star for Seaman's Farewell. And, it's received an "AllStar" status also. Great!!


gramalot8: Shout out: What an honor. I've had my poem, "The Hands of Time" receive "Recognition" status. Thank you!


gramalot8: A big thank you to LateBloomer for rating me a 6 star for "The Hands Of Time"!!


gramalot8: Another great moment.
"Seaman's Farewell" has been honored and received the "Recognized" award. Thanks readers!


gramalot8: Another 6 star rating for "Seaman's Farewell" from Shirley B. Thank you so so much for this honor!


gramalot8: Yahoo. Received 6 star rating from kleck401 for poem "Seaman's Farewell". So greatly appreciated!!


gramalot8: Big big thank you to Lord Taylor for giving a 6 star rating to "Preserving My Ancestors Goals". I thank him for allowing me to use his picture to accompany this piece.


gramalot8: Great, have also received a 6 star rating for "Daddy's Little Girl" from Ann Smith. Thank you sooooooooo much!


gramalot8: Wow! What a wonderful surprise. I LOVE has just become among "THE RECOGNIZED" I am so honored!!! Thank you so much!


gramalot8: YES!!! Just received my first 6 star rating for "Hands of Time". Thank you, Mystery Lady. It is very very appreciated.
    Margaret Snowdon: Congratulations on your win, Jerry - so well deserved, my friend. Margaret. -
    gramalot8: Thank you so much for your comments. It means a lot to me. -
    FREE-ONE: congrats on your win...Free -
    FREE-ONE: congrats on your win...Free -