sandramitchell: Hi everyone, please can I ask for prayers for our dear friend, Linda Raven. I had an email this morning telling me her mother has passed. She knew it was coming, but it still hurts. I know our Fanstory friends are our family, too, and we hurt when one of our own is in pain. xxx
    Begin Again: Sandra, My thoughts and prayers for your dear friend's loss. My mother had cancer and passed two years ago, but sometimes it feels like yesterday. Losing her mother, regardless of knowing, is a loss that has no replacement. My heart goes out to her, the family, and to you as you try to help her through this. May God hold all of you in his arms. (((hugs))) -
    Irish Rain: So sorry to hear this. She will certainly be in my thoughts and prayers. -
    damommy: Prayers for her now. I'm so sorry for her loss and her pain. -
    Pam (respa): I just learned the news from Helen's poem this morning. Thoughts and prayers are with Linda and her family and friends, too. Thanks for posting this, as well, Sandra. Hope you are okay. -
    Jessica Borras: Sorry for the delay, but sending prayers for your friend and her family <3 -
    irishauthorme: On the day you lose your Mother you are forced to grow up. Your closest confidant, your Best Friend, is gone forever. There is a hole in your heart that cannot be filled. My deepest sympathy to you friend, Linda Raven. irish -
    IRIS SANKEY-LEWIS: Prayers go up
    blessings flow
    comfort comes in colors
    like rainbow memories. -
    Sally Law: Yes, she mailed me too. I wrote a poem for her today. Stop by if you can. Well wishes and kind words pouring into my reviewer's box. Linda is so well loved by many here on FanStory. Sal XOs... -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: The Witch and the Wizard finished second in the contest "A Rhyming Poem Inspired by Artwork"
    Begin Again: Congratulations and best wishes for winning the blue ribbon. I enjoyed your creativity and am glad that others did too. Smiles to you! -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Have You Seen My Mummy finished first in the contest "Children's Rhyming Poem"


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: The Temptress finished first in the contest "Write a poem using these words..."
    Pam (respa): Congratulations on the win, Sandra. Very well deserved. -
    sandramitchell: Thank you, Pam, and thank you everyone who voted for my poem! 😊 -
    sammielwf: What a wonderful almost "scandalous" Temptress you created- Congratulations for a poem well written and a ribbon well earned.
    Sammielwf -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations! Toby the Chimney Sweep is the new Poem of the Month!
    sandramitchell: Thank you so much, everyone, for all the votes and lovely reviews on my poem, Toby the Chimney Sweep. I'm thrilled it's won the PoM. Thank you!!! :)) xxx -
    Ulla: What are you like? Congratulation on yet another well deserved win. Ulla xxx -
    sandramitchell: Thank you, Julia! And you, Ulla, lol. This has been one heck of a couple of days! Hugs to you both. xxx -
    l.raven: Girl you are on a roll...CONGRATULATIONS again you...keep them coming...love ooxx -
    rspoet: Congratulations!!! Toby gets the recognition he richly deserves, as does the poet. :))) -
    RGstar: Well done Sandra...Best wishes -
    sandramitchell: Thank you again, everyone! You're all so kind. xxxx -
    Margaret Snowdon: Hey - I see you're Novelist of the year, my friend - congratulations --- with hugs & kisses - good health and joy for the new year. xxx -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations! Betrayal Chapter 2 is the new Book of the Month!
    blondie560: Congratulations! I love this story! -
    juliaSjames: Congratulations Sandra. I'm enjoying the story.
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    sandramitchell: Thank you Blondie, and Julia! I am still trying to take it in. I'm just so pleased you are enjoying my story. Thank you. xxxx -
    sammielwf: Blondie!!!
    Way to go- wonderful recognition for an intriguing piece of writing.
    Congratulations.
    Sammielwf -
    Ulla: Congratylations, Sandra. I'm so pleased for you. Hugs, Ulla xxx -
    sandramitchell: Thank you so much, sammielwf and Ulla. Such an honour. :) xx -
    rspoet: Congratulations on Book of the Month, Sandra!


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    Pam (respa): Congratulations, Sandra. Very well deserved😊 -
    l.raven: CONGRATULATIONS you who...never a doubt...
    this is truly a great story...well done you...love xxoo -
    F. William Lester: An outstanding writer. In the short time I have been following her stories, I quickly realized her writing is a cut above. Well done! -
    sandramitchell: Thank you so very much, Robert and Pam, for the congrats, and all your encouragement over the years. xxx -
    sandramitchell: Thank you, Linda! Love you, too, my friend. :)) xxx -
    sandramitchell: Aw, Frank, thank you so very much, what a lovely thing to day, that is so kind of you. :)) xxx -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations! AmaZing Animals - Z is the new Book of the Month!
    sandramitchell: What a lovely surprise to wake up to, thank you so much everyone for supporting me as I wrote my ABC book And thank you for voting for my final letter Z in the BoM contest, I'm over the moon! :)) Hugs to you all. -
    judiverse: Congratulations on your Book of the Month win. Great work. judiverse -
    Ulla: Congratulations, Sandra! I'm so pleased for you. Ulla xxx -
    sandramitchell: Thank you so much, Judi and Ulla! It was a lovely surprise. :) xx -
    L. Kalere: CONGRATULATIONS, Sandra! I can't wait to share your beautiful book with my granddaughter.
    Linda -
    juliaSjames: Congratulations Sandra. Wonderful win!
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    sandramitchell: Thank you so much, Linda, Julia, and Gloria. :) xx -
    zanya: Congrats -richly deserved zanya -
    rspoet: Congratulations, Sandra, on the win for the last chapter in the book. An excellent way to conclude the
    Amazing Animals.
    Well done. -
    sandramitchell: Thank you, Zana, Helen and Robert! I'm still on a high that my last letter received the award. You all helped me so much, I always be gratefull. Love to you all. xx -
    Cindy Decker: Congratulations, Sara. It?s an awesome nook. -
    l.raven: Hi Sandra, yes I'm late...but CONGRATULATION on your so truly win...never a doubt...love you girl...xxoo -
    Spangle: This is a significant and wonderful honor. Hearty Congratulations! -
    sammielwf: Sandra,
    Well deserved recognition for your writing. Congratulations to a deserving entry and author.
    Sammielwf -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations! AmaZing Animal - P is the new Book of the Month!
    sandramitchell: Oh my goodness! I'm over the moon!! Thank you so very much, everyone, for your votes, and for all your support and encouragement you've shown me as I've I've been writing this book. (Not forgetting all the nits you've found for me to stamp on!!) I'll never forget your kindness. Thank you. :) xxx -
    Pam (respa): "Well, Lordy, Miss Sandra, you've gone and won this contest! You're over the moon, and I'm gobsmacked!"

    Super Congratulations😊
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    sandramitchell: LOL! I can see I'm going to have to bring Mildred back! Thank you, Pam, you put a big smile on my face. :)) xxx -
    Ben Colder : Real winners never cheat. Very glad you won this. So deserving for all your hard work. I learned very much.
    My blessings to you. -
    sandramitchell: Bless your heart, Chuck! Thank you so very much, my dear friend. :) xxxx -
    Ulla: A big congratulation, Sandra! And you know? It is so well deserved!!! Ulla xxx -
    sandramitchell: Thank you, Ulla, and Robert. Thats so kind of you both. xxxx -
    lyenochka: Congratulations, Sandra! Super research and presentation!

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    sandramitchell: Thank you so much, Helen! Such a lovely surprise. :)) xx -
    Dorothy Farrell: CONGRATULATIONS Sandra - well deserved - not surprised! x -
    zanya: Richly deserved - classy performance zanya -
    rspoet: Congratulations!! Your quill's are pretty sharp. Don't ever mess with a porcupine, I say. Well deserved.
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    Gloria ....: Congratulations to you, Sandra. Great book! -
    l.raven: Hey You. once again I dragging my feet...LOL...
    so CONGRATULATIONS on an awesome win Sandra....Eric is going to love all his books...love to you girl...xxoo -
    Cindy Decker: Congratulations, Sandra. Your work is stellar -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations! More Questions - No Answers is the new Book of the Month!
    l.raven: CONGRATULATIONS you...your the bestest...love to ya...xxoo -
    Pam (respa): Congratulations, Sandra. Very well deserved, my friend. The Aqua-beings will be very happy😊 -
    sandramitchell: Thank you Linda, and Pam, so very much! And a big thank you to everyone who voted for me. You are all so kind! xxx -
    Sally Law: Congratulations, dear Sandra. I'm honored just to be near you. Sal xoxo -
    sandramitchell: Thank you, Sally! What a lovely thing to say from a talented author like yourself. I feel so humbled. Thank you. xx -
    Drew Delaney: Congratulations Sandra! So happy for you! You are an amazing writer. Xx -
    Marjon van Bruggen: Sandra, I am so sure I wrote my congrats here before, but they seem to have disappeared. Once again: I am soooo happy for you. It is so well deserved. Congratulations. -
    sandramitchell: Thank you so much,Robert, Gloria, Drew, Helen, Kiwi, and Marjon, you're all wonderful. :)) xxx -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations! #4 Ranked Novelist of 2019!
    Diana L Crawford: Congrats Sandra for this and stealing the show for for the Top 10 Chapters of 2019! Unbelievable!! Way to go! xoxo -
    Aaron Milavec: Surprise, surprise!

    I click your name to get a taste of the #1 writer of books. I notice your pic, and I immediately remember that you commented on one of my works a few days back. Neat!

    What this demonstrates is that the number of active participants here is not so large as to have the joy and surprise of bumping into someone you know by accident.

    Now I just read your bio. What fortitude and what flexibility! And I learn that your very first book was "snapped up by a publisher." This is a rare event. I have a whole drawer of rejection letters.

    Peace and joy during you holidays,
    Aaron -
    Aaron Milavec: I thought I'd take a peek to see who was in the #1 position. Surprised to discover that I know you!

    Congratulations!

    She is an accomplished novelist and is currently at the #1 spot on the rankings. -


sandramitchell: Thank you, Gareth and Dorothy, it was a nice feeling and it's only because of the reviewers I got there. I've much to thank everyone on here for. Happy New Year both of you! xxx


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations! December 2019 Recognized Writer!


sandramitchell: Hi everyone, I just wanted to let you all know I'll be away until the 12th of November. I will catch up with you all when I get home. We are going to cruise out of Southampton, UK, where I live, and will be heading into the sunshine of Barbados!! Keep well all of you and have a wonderful Halloween! xx :)
    Tootie: Sounds wonderful, Sandra. Enjoy the sunshine and cruise. Happy Halloween to you, too! xx :) -
    Tootie: Sounds wonderful, Sandra. Enjoy the sunshine and cruise. Happy Halloween to you, too! xx :) -
    WryWriter: Have a wonderful and safe trip, Sandra! -


sandramitchell: Thank you, everyone, who voted for my poem, on the PoM contest, it was truly a huge shock to wake up and see I'd won. You are all so nice on here. Thank you! xxx
    giraffmang: So, not content with writing some of the best novels on site, you resort to this.... -
    Ulla: Congratulations!! I'm so pleased for you. xxx -
    Rachelle Allen: YAAAY!! I could not be happier for you!! This was a great poem. Congratulations. xo -
    rspoet: Congratulations, Sandra! It seems there is no end to your talent. Well done. :) -
    damommy: Well deserved, Sandra. I'm so happy for you. -
    sandramitchell: LOL, you are so funny!! Thank you, Gareth, for that lovely compliment!:))
    Thank you, Ulla, you are always such a lovely lady. xx
    What a nice thing to say, Rachelle, bless your heart!! :))
    Thank you, Robert, all these lovely compliments are quite making me blush! :))
    Thank you, so much, Yvonne! I didn't realise how much I'd missed writing poetry. :)) -
    sandramitchell: Thank you, Dorothy! That is so nice of you. Are you near to publishing your next book? :)) xxx -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations! Let's Not Forget is the new Poem of the Month!
    Pam (respa): Congratulations, Sandra, on a very well deserved win! -
    sandramitchell: Thank you so much, Pam. This was totally unexpected.
    The last time I looked, I only had three votes, then I woke this morning and saw I'd won! What a nice way to start the day. :)) xxx -
    MissMerri: Congratulations Sandra! I'm so happy for you! -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations! The FINAL CHAPTER In The Trilogy is the new Book of the Month!
    sandramitchell: Thank you so much everyone who voted for my final chapter, and for all who followed my story. You are the ones who deserve a ribbon for the encouragement and support you have continually given me. Because of you I achieved a lifetime dream, not only did you help me with the first book, you pushed me into completing a trilogy. You've all been amazing. Thank you!! :)) xxx -
    Pam (respa): A big congratulations winning with the final chapter of the trilogy. Well deserved, my friend, a true milestone! A very nice thank you note, too! -
    Rachelle Allen: You know how happy I am for you! I love so much that your swan song is recognized with such a perfect reward!! Congratulations, my wonderful, talented friend!! xo -
    damommy: I am so happy for you. Your win is well deserved. Your stories are always interesting and I'm hooked for the duration. It's apparent how much you put into them. Congratulations! -
    l.raven: CONGRATULATIONS you on a great win...sooooooo well deserved...love much...xxoo -
    BeasPeas: Congratulations on winning Book of the Month, Sandra.
    Marilyn -
    Mrs. KT: Congratulations, Sandra!
    A wonderful achievement! -
    nancy_e_davis: Book of the Month! How cool is that? Congratulations Sandra! -
    Ben Colder : Congratulation to a precious someone that I call Sandy. Your book is great and I hope you sell a million copies. -
    judiverse: Congratulations on your book of the month award, Sandra. judi -
    WryWriter: Congratulations! Well-deserved!! -
    MissMerri: Congratulations Sandra! Not just for this first place ribbon, but for completing another book. That's great! When may I buy a copy? MM -
    Gloria ....: Yay, Sandra. Terrific novel so many congratulations to you. :) -
    sandramitchell: I'm just so incredibly happy (and not a little emotional) at how nice you've all been with your congratulations. This Trilogy has been a dream for me and the fact you have enjoyed it is so very humbling. Thank you all, again. -
    l.raven: CONGRATULATIONS my sweet friend on a wonderful win...you rock...love you...xxoo -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: My Two Boys finished first in the contest "Children poem"
    Rachelle Allen: CONGRATULATIONS!! I just loved this poem! I'm so happy for you. xo -
    l.raven: CONGRATULATIONS sweet girl on a true winner...well done...much love xxoo -
    sandramitchell: Thank you both so very much!! I'm going to show my boys that they are winners on FS too! xxxx
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FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations! The 2018 #5 Ranked Novelist!
    Joy Graham: Congratulations, Sandra :) I love your novels. -
    l.raven: CONGRATULATIONS sweet girl....now you have a trophy to put on that table...LOL....love xxoo -
    sandramitchell: Thank you all, it's only because of you and your lovely reviews. :) -
    Pam (respa): I didn't realize you had a trophy, Sandra. That is great and well deserved, my friend. -
    rama devi: Congrats~! Also...congrats on book of the month placement, dear. -
    rwilliam: Well Done!! I'm so happy for you! -


sandramitchell: Hi everyone, I've just posted a message about Phyllis Stewart. But if anyone misses it, I'm hoping you will get it on here. She has been ordered by her doctor to stop sitting at her computer all day, she must stand up for short spells and also try to move around a bit. She been quite tired of late, and needs to lie down and rest as well. If any of you would like to add her to your prayers, I know it would help her. Thanks everyone. xx
    tbacha58: Thank you for updating us about Phylis?s condition, i will pray for her. God bless. Terry. -
    lyenochka: Thank you, Sandra! Will be praying for Phyllis. -
    mrsmajor: I certainly wish her well, my Prayer will include her name...God Bless.. -
    krys123: Congratulations on your 3rd place finish in the story of the month contest,
    Alx -
    aryr: Congratulations Sandra for the second place finished The Answer by sandramitchell. -
    maggieadams: Thanks for sharing; I have just rejoined Fan Story and she was one who I had a great connection with, so will certainly add her to my prayers. -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations! Hello! I'm Gladys. is the new Book of the Month!
    sandramitchell: I'm over the moon!! Thank you, everyone for your votes, and for all the help you have given me since I began writing prose. You're all amazing people! :) xxx -
    Ulla: Conratulations, wonderful writing! xxx -
    l.raven: CONGRATULATIONS my sweet friend....soooooo well deserved...soooo proud of you...love you...Linda xxoo -
    judiverse: Congratulations on your book of the month win! judiverse -
    sandramitchell: Bless you all, thank you! I'm still smiling. Such a nice surprise. :) xx -
    PoemsOfDD: A BIG Congratulations Sandra. Book of the Month - way to go! ~DDx -


sandramitchell: Hi everyone, sorry I've not been reviewing lately, I've just come home from a surprise holiday from my son. He took us to Austria and what a wonderful country it is. I even danced, (hobbled) on the mountain, singing, (sceaching) the song, The Hills are Alive... as I went. LOL.
I'm back home now and have a suitcase full of washing to do, :( and then I will be writing again. Missed you all, (a little!!!) Hugs to everyone. xxxxx
    trimple: Welcome back, you lucky, lucky thing, you :) -
    Mustang Patty: So jealous! And here I was thinking you were writing something wonderful for us. Welcome back, but please - get that laundry done! -
    sandramitchell: Thanks, it's a beautiful country. Laundry is done, iron has broken or gone on strike when it saw the clothes in the basket! Not too worried, lol. Too hot for clothes. Hmm, perhaps a few. :) I've made a small start on the next book. Coming soon. :) xxx -
    l.raven: HI Sandra, Soooooooo good to see you back...I was starting to worry...I am so glad you had a wonderful time sweet girl...hope Ian is doing well...say hi for me...love to you both...Linda xxoo -
    Jannypan (Jan) : You mean you were in the cool, green mountains while I was sweltering with temps of 104*--108* for days & days? Sounds like an awesome vacation Welcome back. -
    sandramitchell: Sorry Jan, I would have taken you along too, had I known!! lol.

    I'll catch up with you soon, Linda, missed you and everyone loads. xxxx -
    rwilliam: Welcome home. I love the visual of you singing on the mountain. I'd done the same thing..well I'd be screeching, but hey, who cares, right! :-) I look forward to reading your work and hearing what you think of what I've done as well. See you soon. :-D -
    Merajul: Hi Sandra,

    I am back and enjoying reading your compositions.

    You know I have your book 'Hedgerow Crapers' with me; bought it from London and yes it is in my bookshelf in India now - a prized possession for me as it finds mention of the names of my son & daughter.

    God bless you and all the best for your publication. -
    Merajul: Hi Sandra,

    I am back and enjoying reading your compositions.

    You know I have your book 'Hedgerow Crapers' with me; bought it from London and yes it is in my bookshelf in India now - a prized possession for me as it finds mention of the names of my son & daughter.

    God bless you and all the best for your publication. -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations! Veronica is Devastated is the new Book of the Month!
    sandramitchell: I want to thank everyone who supported and encouraged me during writing my novels. You've all been so kind. Without you, this would never have happened, thank you! It should be on Amazon in July. The third book in this trilogy is already forming and will be totally different again. Big hugs to you all. :)) -
    BeasPeas: Congratulations, Sandra. I'm happy for you. Marilyn -
    l.raven: CONGRATULATIONS sweet girl...will be looking for the third book...I remember when you started this...it was only going to be a few chapters...how awesome it grew...I have loved reading it...love you...Linda xxoo -
    Dean Kuch: You should be pretty used to this by now.
    Congrats... -
    rwilliam: WOW how exciting!! Congratulations lady. You earned it! Well done!!! -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations! But... won the contest "Mother's Day Poetry Contest"
    rspoet: Congratulations, Sandra!
    But ... there was no doubt in my mind from the moment I read your poem, but that it was a winner! :) -
    sandramitchell: Thank you, both of you. I honestly was so gobsmacked to have won. What a wonderful surprise to wake up to. :) -
    l.raven: HI Sandra, CONGRATULATIONS sweet girl...I know your Mum loves your poem...love you...xxoo Linda -
    krys123: Congratulations From across the pond. And superb congratulations for having Your countries wedding, spectacular. The Mother's Day poem was written very beautifully in fact you "Ive Won!"
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    Alex -
    Dorothy Farrell: Congratulations Sandra - I'm not surprised you won - beautiful poem. x -
    Phyllis Stewart: Well done! Congratulations. Send me the money so you won't feel guilty. Thanks! :) -
    MissMerri: You are amazing Sandra! Congratulations again! -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations! Rosie is Angry is the new Book of the Month!
    rama devi: CONGRATS!!!! xxoo Proud of you. -
    sandramitchell: Thank you so much. To everyone who voted for me, and for everyone who has supported and encouraged me every step of the way. It wouldn't have happened without you. You are all fantastic people on Fanstory. Thank you! -
    judiverse: Congrats on your book of the month win. judiverse -
    Ginnygray: Congratulations Sandra on the book of the month!! -
    l.raven: CONGRATULATIONS sweet girl...a well deserved win...love you...Linda xxoo -
    MissMerri: Congratulations Sandra... another day, another win. You're fantastic! MM -
    apky: Congratulations, Sandra! You deserved this. -
    Ulla: Congratulations, Sandra xxxx -
    sandramitchell: Thank you all of you! So honoured that you have voted for my book again, I can't thank you all enough. :) xxxx -
    Dean Kuch: When you've got it, flaunt it...
    Congratulations, Sandra.
    ~Dean -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: In The Beginning finished third in the contest "Rhyming Poetry Contest"
    MissMerri: Congratulations Sandra! I didn't know either. LOL ;p -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations! One Step Forward-Two steps Back is the new Book of the Month!
    Ben Colder : Congregations to a most deserving person. It is such a pleasure to have you as my friend and fellow author. The contest turned out the way it should . I pray it enhances the marketing of your work. My blessings to you , Sandy. -
    sandramitchell: Aw, Ben, thank you. I was up against some brilliant authors, which includes you, and Michael. congratulations, my friend for coming second. I would have been just as happy had either of you won. Big hugs, dear friend. xx -
    l.raven: CONGRATULATIONS sweet girl on a wonderful win...you are awesome...love you lots...Linda xxoo -
    nartoonla: 👏👏👏👏🏼‼️‼️ -
    sandramitchell: Thank you all. It's such an honour to be chosen, let alone win. xxx -
    Jay Squires: I am so happy for you, Sandra. You are getting the recognition you deserve. -
    sandramitchell: Thank you, Jay! I was thinking of you today, how is the book going? Mine has sort of flat-lined, I'm hoping this next one will give it a boost. We can but try. I hope you are well, my friend. xxx -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: New Beginnings finished second in the contest "Rhyming Poetry Contest"
    rspoet: Congratulations! A beautiful poem.
    Well done. -
    sandramitchell: Thank you both, it was a lovely surprise to wake up to. :) xx -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations! A Show of Defiance is the new Book of the Month!
    sandramitchell: Thank you, Gareth. I wasn't expecting to win with the amount of really good novels on the list. :) xxx -
    judiverse: Congratulations on your Book of the Month win. judiverse -
    rspoet: Congratulation! A book for all time. -
    Ulla: Congratulations!!! I'm so happy for you xxx -
    damommy: Yayyyy! Well deserved. -
    Mustang Patty: Congratulations, Sandra. This is one of my favorite novels. -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Hitching A Ride finished third in the contest "STORY IN A POEM"


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations! Gwendolyn's Despair is the new Book of the Month!
    Ulla: Congrats, Sandra. So well deserved. xxx -
    sandramitchell: Thank you, everyone for your support and helpful reviews, you are the ones who deserve the blue ribbon. Thank you! xx -
    judiverse: Congratulations on your Book of the Month win. Great work. judiverse -
    l.raven: Congratulations photo 02i.gif

    CONGRATULATION my sweet friend...love you...xxoo -
    Aussie: Congrats my friend, you totally deserve this. Love, Kay XXXX -
    damommy: Congratulations! I'm so happy you won. Well deserved. -
    rama devi: Congrats! Voted for you, dear :)
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    sandramitchell: Thank you again, my friends, I really appreciate all your support! :) xx -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations! The Wedding is the new Book of the Month!
    sandramitchell: Thank you, Gareth! I have you and the voters to thank. I'm over the moon! xxxx -
    Ulla: Congratulations, Sandra!!! you sodeserve it. xxxx -
    Mustang Patty: Congratulations, Sandra. This is truly a lovely book. -
    sandramitchell: Thank you, everyone! You are all so sweet. If it wasn't for all the help you've given me with my errors and voting for me, it would never have happened. I truly thank you all. :) xxx -
    BeasPeas: Congratulations, Sandra. Well done. Marilyn -
    humpwhistle: Congratulations, Sandra. You look stunning on the podium! -
    l.raven: CONGRATULATIONS my wonderful friend...you so deserved the win...so glad I could help...love you sooooooo mucho...Linda xxoo -
    Octavia: Congratulations - Must feel great to keep winning - much deserved. Your love of writing shows through so clearly. -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: The Lonely Dragon finished first in the contest "Dragons"
    smileycloud: congratulations for this well deserved win
    a great poem
    thoroughly enjoyed your writing here
    have a smiley day
    Lorraine -
    Commando: A "Salute," Sandra! A most deserving win. Are
    you listening, sweetheart? "You beat my tail,
    and I'm so hurt!" Keep your creative mind a
    smoking and quill a stroking! God bless.
    Bill -
    sandramitchell: Thank you so much all of you. Flossie Flitch and her Dragon will be back! :)) -
    aryr: Congrads! it was great. -
    nancy_e_davis: Congrats on today's second place win in the POM Contest. Well deserved my friend. xxx -
    l.raven: CONGRATULATIONS sweet girl...love you...xxoo Linda -
    damommy: I'm not surprised. I would have been disappointed if you hadn't won. It's a fantastic story! -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: I Be a Pirate finished first in the contest "Write a Poem about Pirates"
    l.raven: Pirate! (Small Animated Bodyshot) photo mz_6288221_bodyshot_175x233.gif
    I'm ready to join your crew of merry pirates...Yo Ho Ho Ho Ho...LOL
    CONGRATULATIONS you...love ya xxoo -
    sandramitchell: Thank you all of you, I'm chuffed to bits. LOL, Linda, best be quick, we sail tomorrow!! :))) xxxx -
    l.raven: I'll have to catch the next voyage out...I'm leaving to Florida Wednesday...LOL...smiling back at ya...xxoo love -
    pome lover: Sandra, happy congratulations on your pirate win! You deserved it
    I also join your many friends in wishing you and your family well. Take care of yourself.
    Katharine - pome lover -
    Walu Feral: Congrats Cousin. I don't want to be the one to say... I told ya this would win! But... I told ya this would win lol.

    Great job. -
    nartoonla: I love all you write! And as I read say, this is great! Hesitate among the stars..as particular to what I like..and only give point to what I do, guess we all do. Brief like all so far what I d and a n your poem or stories.. But e nice I create so far..and wrote once a play for my class.. It was about pirates.too..But not as bubbly! Bravo! Thanks 4 ur review!! La PS Hm u won here of course! So can't give stars! But applaud u! -


sandramitchell: Hi everyone, many of you might be wondering where I've got to, I haven't been able to write anything for ages now. I have two members of my close family seriously ill, and writing is just not happening for me. I just want to apologise to all my friends who I haven't been able to review. My messages are overflowing and I do feel so guilty. I will try and catch up as and when I'm able. Big hugs to you all.
    Irish Rain: Awww, so sorry, prayers for you and your family. -
    Jannypan (Jan) : Sandra,
    I am saddened to learn of your family member's illnesses. I will pray for them. I thought you had deserted FS for other reasons. Take care of YOU! -
    Louise Michelle: I was just about to send you a note because I noticed you haven't posted for a while, but then read this. I'm so sorry about the illness in your family. Your personal life comes first, dear Sandra. -
    jlsavell: Dear Sandra,

    Oft times in the midst of our passion for writing, the incredible connection with like minded individuals, the wonderful camaraderie we garner, we become so involved that we feel we must justify our leave. There is no need. Attending our lives and supporting and encouraging our loved ones whether they are going through severe trials are not, is the true crux of a life well lived. We all love you not only as an incredible talent but as a true loving individual and friend. Focus your time and your energy on your loved ones at this Herculean moment in your lives, Fanstory and your fans and friends are not going anywhere. I pray that you and your family may be endowed with great strength and comfort during this difficult time. Please do not fret over Fanstory. Much love and respect Jimi -
    dweigt: So sad to hear that, and hope all works out well. -
    Selina Stambi: No need to feel guilty, Sandra. Your loved ones need you now. This virtual world can wait. Thinking of you with much affection. Hugs xx -
    l.raven: sorry I was a day late Sandra...I hope you had a wonderful Birthday you... love you...Linda xxoo -
    evesayshi: So sorry to hear about your situation - I hope and pray they recover quickly, with no residual effects...Eve -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations! The Time Before - That Time: Part 31 is the new Book of the Month!
    michaelcahill: This is one I want to buy, so keep us posted. I loved sneaking by and catching up on this. I should probably review a chapter once in a while I suppose. :)) SO DESERVED! -
    Lu Saluna: Congratulations! A wonderful book! You really earned this wonderful honour.
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    sandramitchell: LOL, Lu, love it! Thank you everyone, I still can't believe how my book has been received, thank you each and everyone one of you. Thank you, Mikey, Gman, Irish and you, Jan!! Big hugs. xxx -
    Ulla: Congratulation Sandra, so well deserved. xxxx -
    sandramitchell: Love it, Dean, LOL, thank you so much! :))

    Big Thank you, Ric, Sage, Ulla, and Dorothy!! -
    Sixty70: So well deserved! Congrats! -
    Dorothy Farrell: Wonderful news Sandra. Congratulations - couldn't have happened to a nicer person. x -
    Selina Stambi: Sandra, you're on a roll! Congratulations, lovely lady. Hugs xx -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations! The Time Before - That Time: Part 27 is the new Book of the Month!
    michaelcahill: Congrats, Sandra. Waiting with cash when you publish this!!! :)) -
    sandramitchell: Thank you, Mikey, I can't get over it! Now the hard bit, a big edit!! xxx -
    Heidi M: Congratulations, Sandra! A well-deserved honor for you! -
    mvbrooks: Congratulations--I endorse this honor and so enjoy reading your works. -
    sandramitchell: Thank you, all of you. I'm dead chuffed, and Oh Lordy, so is Mildred! LOL. -
    Ulla: Congratulations, Sandra. It's such a great read. Ullaxxxx -
    Drew Delaney: Congratulations Sandra. That is so awesome. So happy for you! -
    aryr: Hey Sandra, congratulations, you did a wonderful job, waiting to see it in print or on kindle. -
    damommy: How wonderful! This book certainly deserved it. I'm so happy for you. 8-) -
    Ideasaregems-Dawn: Wow, that's great - I am so proud of you - the first novel! WOO-HOO! -
    Lu Saluna: Congratulations! No big surprise you won, such an outstanding novel.
    So pleased for you.
    Lu -
    Selina Stambi: Sandra, so happy for you. Congratulations. Well done, sweet friend. xx -
    Sixty70: Just saw this as I wander around the site. Congratulations! And thanks for becoming a fan. Appreciate it! -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations! #3 Ranked Novelist of 2016!
    judiverse: Congratulations on being the third ranked novelist of the year. I wish you continued success in 2017. judiverse -
    Ulla: Congratulations Sandra. This you so do deserve,
    Ulla xxxx -
    write hand blue: Congratulations Sandra, this is well deserved and I'm so pleased for you... melxxx -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations! The Time Before - That Time: Part 19 is the new Book of the Month!
    l.raven: CONGRATULATIONS sweet girl on a well earned win...and I love your book...both me and Lady Ann...love ya Linda xxoo -
    Ulla: Awwww, Sandra, congratuletions!! Ulla xxx -
    nancy_e_davis: Congratulations my dear friend. A well deserved win. xxx Nancy -
    Jay Squires: You are so worthy, Sandra. Head bowed in humility. -
    sandramitchell: Thank you all so much. I still can't get over it! You've all been so wonderful. Thank you for voting for my story. Linda, love you too! G, thank you, Ulla, Nancy, Karyn, and you, Jay, I couldn't write a shopping list until you took my grammar in hand! You've all helped me and I can't thank you enough. Bless your lovely hearts. xx -
    BeasPeas: Congratulations, Sandra, on winning book of the month. Marilyn -
    MelB: Congratulations! Well earned friend:) -
    RGstar: Well done Sandra. I said you have a good composition for it takes courage to tackle that kind of plot...and you have to be able to wite to navigate such, for just immagination is never enough.
    Bravo -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations! The Journey is the new Poem of the Month!
    sandramitchell: Thank you so much everyone, I am totally thrilled to bits! Bless your lovely hearts! xxxx -
    BeasPeas: Congratulations, Sandra. That is such a nice honor for you. Marilyn -
    Ulla: Congratulations, Sandra, well deserved. xxx -
    RGstar: Well done Sandra. I said you have a good composition for it takes courage to tackle that kind of plot...and you have to be able to wite to navigate such, for just immagination is never enough.
    Bravo -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations! The Time Before - That Time: Part 12 is the new Book of the Month!
    Dean Kuch: Congratulations, Sandra.
    ~Dean -
    Ulla: Congratulation, Sandra, well deserved! xxx -
    sandramitchell: Thank you so much everyone! It's only thanks to you all for all the help you've given me and wonderful encouragement, you all deserve a prize! :) xxx -
    l.raven: HI Sandra, you had my vote...I love this story...CONGRATULATIONS sweet lady...love ya you...hi to Ian...xxoo Linda -
    damommy: Oh, I'm so happy for you. It's a great book. You know how much I'm enjoying it. 8-) -
    jlsavell: Sandra, congratulations,, so well deserved.. -
    Chrissy710 : Comgratulations Sandra well deserved you are a great writer Cheers Christine -
    PoemsOfDD: A fine wine Sandra. A BIG Congratulations! ~DD -
    RGstar: Well done. Good plot -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations! This Time - That Time: 12 part 2 is the new Story of the Month!
    l.raven: CONGRATULATIONS sweet girl on a so earned win...love ya Linda xxoo -
    Walu Feral: Congrats cousin. A thoroughly deserving win. -
    michaelcahill: Awesome writing. A standout in a stellar field. :)) -
    sandramitchell: I was so surprised to see I was nominated again, and more so that I've won. I can't thank the voters enough, or all of you who have been reading my story. Fanstory is a wonderful place for would be writers, it was your encouragement and help that helped me all the way to the end of this story. Thank you a million times, and God bless all your lovely hearts! xx -
    rama devi: Congrats! Sorry I'd not had time to follow your prose posts lately. Proud of you, though! :) -
    Jay Squires: I am so proud of your accomplishments, Sandra. Congratulations! -
    Ulla: Wow, Sandra, congratulations. You really deserve it. Ullaxxx -
    Phyllis Stewart: Congratulations, and I'm not at all surprised. Is there anything you CANNOT do well? I'll look forward to your new novel. :) -
    Lovinia: Hi Sandra

    I'm so late in wishing you my congratulations! I really wish to jump into this story, just so bailed up, it's the poetry that gets most of my time. Well done. Hugs - Lovi xoxoxo -
    rspoet: Congratulations! Well deserved. One of the best stories I've read on fanstory. Well done! -
    sage17611: Congratulations, you're an awesome writer! -
    sandramitchell: Thank you again! It was your votes that did it. Bless you all. xx -
    l.raven: God Bless you and Ian...love you...Linda xxoo -
    sandramitchell: What a lovely thing to do, thank you, my dear Linda!!! Love you too, so does Ian! xxx -
    Selina Stambi: Sandra, how awesome! You are coming into your own. Happy for and proud of you, my friend. Hugs and kisses, xx -
    Theresia Riggs: Thanks for feedback Sandra. Appreciate it very much. -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations! This Time - That Time: Part Four is the new Story of the Month!
    Ulla: Congratulations on your win. So well deserved. xx -
    Dean Kuch: Huge congrats, Sandra.
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    barkingdog: You rock, sandra. Congratulations!!!
    :) ellen xxx -
    heyjude: Congratulations Sandra. Woohoo!!! Judy
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    l.raven: CONGRATULATIONS sweet girl...I know you could do it...now lets get those twins...LOL...love ya you...xxoo Linda -
    humpwhistle: Congratulations, Sandra! Now, do me a favor, and go back to poetry! Great job. -
    Eric1: Well done Sandra and so well deserved my friend. -
    Phyllis Stewart: Congrats, Sandra. Not just a great poet, but you shine at stories, too! Looks like I'm going to have some serious competition. :) -
    BeasPeas: Congratulations, Sandra, on winning the contest. Marilyn -
    BeasPeas: Congratulations, Sandra. Marilyn
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    sandramitchell: Thank you all so very much! :) So chuffed, thank you for all the votes! xxx -


sandramitchell: Just a thought, not that I am leaving, but, when members do leave and their portfolio's are removed, does that mean the works registration is too? Would that mean it is no longer protected? I am definitely NOT leaving, but it would be nice to know.
    TAB_that's me: good question. I'd like to know that too. they should still be copyrighted. -
    Drew Delaney: Congratulations, sandramitchell for your win in the children's poetry contest. Well thought out! -
    MelB: Congratulations on the win in the children's poetry! It's a great poem! -
    LanceHill: Congratulations on the win. It was a great poem. -
    l.raven: CONGRATULATIONS on a great win sweet girl...love your poem...YEAH!!!! love ya Linda xxoo -
    Selina Stambi: I missed a win, Sandra? Congratulations! (Why am I not surprised??) Hugs xx -
    Dorothy Farrell: Congratulations Sandra - loved the poem. Loved seeing your name up there. x -
    Lovinia: I wondered about that too!

    Congratulations on your POM second place. For a minute there, I though you were going to ZAP Dean at the finish. A beautiful poem from a beautiful mind. Hugs - Lovi xoxo



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    Gypsy Blue Rose: Good question and I like to know.

    The way I understand it, fanstory has a hold on our work, more of a partnership in our copywriting than a contract. But I think they would be happy to know we published our work.

    I would ask Tom. He is very helpful and kind. I always get a prompt response when I ask a question. -
    Word Junkie: http://fairuse.stanford.edu/overview/faqs/copyright-protection/ -


sandramitchell: I want to wish all of my FanStorian friends and Tom a very happy Christmas and a happy and healthy 2016. Also, I would like to thank everyone for their wonderful support and prayers that helped me through my painful knee problems. You are the BEST! Love you all.
    I am Cat: Merry Christmas Sandra! To the best next door neighbor I never had :)
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    Selina Stambi: Happy New Year, Sandra. Here's to restored knees and joy! Hugs xxx -
    RGstar: OH,Yikes! Well done my good friend, for ' Poem Of The Month' 2nd place. We finished together, so my win couldn't have been more complete, for yours I rated highly. Brazo. Next time I would be glad to take second place behind you.
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sandramitchell: My new book is out now! The ABC for children, it's called Amazing Animal AlphaRhymes. The one in my profile is for the older children with lots more interesting facts about each animal, but there is also another one for younger children which is just the pictures with the rhyme underneath. Now to start the promotion, that will give me something to focus on next year. I want to say a HUGE THANK YOU to everyone who helped me with this book, your input was brilliant. Big hugs to you all. :) xsx Sandra
    Selina Stambi: Thrilled for you, Sandra. Congratulations. Following you on Instagram. Hurray! -
    Lovinia: Oooops!! I posted in the previous comment instead of here ... sorry, my head fell off!! LOL Lovi xoxo -
    sandramitchell: Got it! lol! And a big thank you to you, Cat and Selina. Bless you all. xxxx -
    sandramitchell: Thank you so much, Dawn, and a very happy Christmas to you to, my dear friend. :) xxxx -


sandramitchell: I have just come home from the hospital and they do not have the results through of my biopsy. Needless to say, I am a little upset. I won't be seeing the consultant again until the 22nd December unless he needs to see me before. I am trying to cut down on some of my medication as they are making me feel giddy and sick. Other than that, everything is fine. I'm going to start writing again, just some children's poems, but they might help get the brain working again. That's it for now, thank you, everyone, for being so kind over the last few weeks. I have really appreciated it. xxxx
    I am Cat: December 22nd? Want me to send my people to talk to your people? :( -
    sandramitchell: Now, that might help! I would love to see that, Cat. :) xxx -
    Lovinia: Congratulations! What a credit to you. Wishing your a joyous Christmas and wonderful New Year and huge book sales ... more importantly, a return to good health. Huge hugs - Lovi xoxo


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    sandramitchell: Bless you, Lovi, you are so sweet. Love you lots. xxxxx Love the tree!! -


sandramitchell: Thank you to everyone who voted for my 'Puppy Love' contest entry!! And also to everyone who read and reviewed it, I was so delighted to see it won the contest when there were so many brilliant entries! THANK YOU!!
    BeasPeas: Congratulations, Sandra. Marilyn -
    I am Cat: I'm late but here... Mwah! -
    l.raven: May God be with you...you are so missed...take care...Get Well Soon sweet girl...love ya you...Luff Linda xxoo -
    Lovinia: Dear Sandra

    I hope everything went well in surgery. I expect they've put you on a chocolate diet? Sending you two of the best healing tools plus a galaxy full of hugs and prayers - HUGS - Lovi xoxo



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    l.raven: tried to put it in your review...I don't think it took...so good to see you back...and so sorry all you are going through...love ya Linda xxoo -
    sandramitchell: My dear friends, thank you both so much. Chocolate, hugs and a lovely welcome home, what more could I wish for. Love you both millions. xxxxx
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sandramitchell: Can anyone tell me what 'Readers Pick' is about? I have only been on Fanstory 4 years, so forgive my ignorance! :(
    michaelcahill: Your pick has been selected but not promoted. It will appear on your profile page but not your signature and it won't be advertised until you activate a reader weekly certificate.

    I clicked on it and picked the piece which was my own. I don't see anything on my profile or the piece. -
    I am Cat: Seriously, I"d be interested in knowing this as well... do you pick your own? or someone else's for a "Reader's pick?" I'm with Sandra... I"ve only been around for four years... but jeez... With a bit of knowledge about some things, I"m willing to actually write some tutorials about some things which are really stumping people. Some people are still struggling on posting photos. :( And... postings as poems vs. stories... that shouldn't be. It's quite easy... (at least in the 'new' FS... I might spend a few days searching out the old and the new FS... it can't be THAT difficult to figure all these things out. LOL -
    sandramitchell: Thanks, both of you. I am none the wiser, but at least you tried to find out, Mikey. Cat, I think your idea is really good, there are loads of goodies on here, but have no idea how to access them or use them. One is how to put your own illustrations in between stanzas. I have been told by some kind people, but that is using downloaded illustrations from Google or the like. I want to be able to do it with my own personal stuff which doesn't come with something that is needed. Now, I know that makes a lot of sense to you all, LOL, I will have to go back and find out what that 'something' is. I think it was the URL? -


sandramitchell: Hi, I wanted to share my elation with you all. Over the last few weeks, I have been invited to several schools to sell my children's book at their summer fetes. I was a bit nervous, supposing no one bought one? Supposing I fell flat on my face and looked a fool? So far I have done three school fetes and have sold 52 books! All wanted them signed and I came away walking on a cloud. I have five more to go to! Not only that, I have been booked to read my Christmas story and sell my books at their Christmas School Fayres. What is the nicest part, the Hedgerow Capers series of books, (5 now) is being read in the homes of people I don't know and enjoyed by children I don't know. That is such a wonderful feeling.
    TAB_that's me: Congrats Sandra! What age group are your book for? I'm thinking presents for the grandkids:) -
    Debra White: That's brilliant Sandra :) I'm thrilled for you xxx
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    sandramitchell: Thank you all of you! I am still on a high!
    One is for the very young, pre-school 3 years olds, and the others are from 4 - 8 age group. :) -
    Eric1: That is wonderful news Sandra, Told yo ages ago how good you were lol! -
    RGstar: Well done, Sandra...Yipee...made me so happy to read this. Makes me happy indeed. Sucess could not have happened to a nicer person.
    My best wishes, my friend.
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    sandramitchell: Aww, thank you, my lovely friends. It was being with you all here on FS that helped me and gave me the push I needed to do it. xxx -
    Lovinia: Fantastic news Sandra. I'm so thrilled for you. WOW! You're on your way to fame and fortune ... or at least for the moment you can buy more chocolate. LOL Hugs - Lovi xoxo -
    sandramitchell: Thanks, Lovi, I am a chocoholic, it's terrible! But seeing as fruit and veg are fattening...lol!! -
    Selina Stambi: Sandra, how amazingly awesome. So happy for you. Enjoy the high - take your time coming down! I love your critters!! -
    Benjamin Valencia: Wow..That's awesome, Congrats and they're lucky to have your books. There's definitely much deep-seated culture the kids will get; culture being very much like a skill like writing, reading, listening and speaking. Cheers. -
    expressions9: Hi Sandra

    This is absolutely wonderful news! I may be late in saying it, but I'll still say it - CONGRATULATIONS!! You truly deserve such wonderful success with the beautiful writing talent that you have. I'm so pleased for you :)

    (Did you see my recent email? I'm truly grateful for your lovely Amazon review of my book "Comfort & Hope" - thanks so much!!)

    love Christine xx -
    sandramitchell: All of you, thank you so much! It wouldn't have happened without you all. :) xx
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    Ideasaregems-Dawn: Shoot! The cat one didn't upload well. Anyway, I hope you can read enough to give you a grin. XX Dawn -
    sandramitchell: LOL! Love you to bits, Dawn, thank you, yes you put a big smile on my face!! xxx -


sandramitchell: Yayyyy, I am back with classic FS!!!!
    sandramitchell: Thank you so much, Dawn. What a lovely Easter Present. You are so sweet! Lots of love. xxx
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    bizzygirl: Hi You reviewed "If He Makes It Through the Night" suggested Nosa. I find Nosha 17. IS that her/ I would like to ask her to take a look. Thanks -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations! The Chimney Sweep Boy is the new Poem of the Month!
    michaelcahill: Congratulations!! A great piece and some awesome competition. -
    Debra White: Hurrah! Congratulations dear Sandra :) xx -
    humpwhistle: Hey, Sandra, congratulations! I fink you really deserve this! -
    Dean Kuch: Congratulations, Sandra. You poem rocked this voter! -
    Warren Rodgers: Congratulations Sandra! A well deserved win for you and your touching poem. - Rodger -
    sandramitchell: Fanks, Lee! LOL. Thank you Dean, and Warren!! I was really chuffed that so many of you voted for my poem, they were all so good. Bless you all. xx -
    jmdg1954: Congrat's Sandra. The Chimney Sweep is one of the finest things I've read here on FS. Heartbreaking, but well done! John -
    nancy_e_davis: Wonderful!You are Absolutely deserving my dear friend. That is such a sweet sad poem. Congratulations! Nancy -
    nancyjam: Congratulations on this well deserved win. It is a great poem. Nancy -
    Muffins: I knew this poem was something special when I read it. Congratulations on being honored for your work.
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    Drew Delaney: I really loved that poem, sandramitchell. Glad you won and so happy for you. Congratulations. -
    Lovinia: Outstanding poem. Congratulations. Your theme breaks my heart .... your words flowed with such tenderness against the stark backdrop of Victorian reality. Sending chocolates. Hugs - Lovi xoxo -
    RGstar: WEll done Sandra. Always on top with this one.
    Good to see you make it. One of my choices for the top.
    Bravo -
    Selina Stambi: Sandra, I predicted a winner with this.. So proud of you! Hurrah, three cheers, hip, hip ... -
    Andrewajgblue: This so deserves to be the winner, congratulations, a brilliant poem 😀😀😀 -
    amanda98653: Congrats, Sandra! You're so talented!!

    Big hugs :) -
    Julie000: Hello , How are you doing today? I picked interest on you after going through your short profile now. My name is Juliana, I really want to have a good friendship with you.
    I have something very important I really want to discuss with you okay.
    Please my dear, I want you to write me back through this my email address okay: juliana4love_direk@hotmail.com -
    Carole Rosa: Sandra, This is a scam. Don't do it. FanStory has taken her off the site. Carole -
    sandramitchell: Thank you, Carole. I was almost caught a few weeks ago, with a scam from a very good friend on here, except, it wasn't from her. Thank goodness I checked first. Thanks again, Carole. -
    Lovinia: Hi Sandra just popping by to treat you with Halloween wishes ... my mouse is being haunted by the ghoulies at the moment and refuses to respond to all but basic text.

    So Happy Halloween anyway. I hope all is well ... sorry about these scammers. Always remember ... they're ALWAYS scammers!

    I need balloons and a marching band and a bottle of champers (at my front door) to believe I've won anything.

    I'm so sorry to hear about your friend's son ... payers and a candle for him next to Maureen's. I had a near miss with my own son a couple of years ago ... thirteen days in intensive care -- went flying off his skateboard. Take care. Love Lovi xoxoxo -
    pattipac: So happy for you! Congrats. -


sandramitchell: Hi everyone, I am so sorry I haven't been reviewing much lately, in fact hardly at all. The hundreds of pills I am popping to stop the pain from my knee replacement operation, is leaving my brain in a fog. Ok, not much different then, but honestly, I just need some time. I will get to you all. xxxx
    adewpearl: I'm so sorry to hear you're in so much pain, Sandra. Your health takes priority over your reviewing, so please stop worrying. -
    Debra White: Hi Sandra, I wish you a speedy recovery my lovely friend. Lots of love xxx -
    sandramitchell: Thank you, both of you. I am going to try to do a couple each day, it might just keep my mind off it. xx
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    Anthony Crosbie: Hi Sandra. Sorry to hear you're suffering. I hope you have a speedy recovery. xx -
    sandramitchell: Thank you, Dawn and Tony, I go to see the consultant today, so nervous! xxx -
    Delahay: Sorry to hear about your knee troubles. I hope you have as fast a recovery as possible. I had a knee crushed between two cars many years back but so far have avoided a replacement. -
    sandramitchell: Aww, thank you Dawn, that is so sweet! Love it.
    Hi Ward, I hope you can keep that knee for as long as possible. It is getting easier, but still can't do much. My husband still has to do the house work!!!! :) -
    queenv: I hope you are improving, keeping you in prayer.
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    sandramitchell: Thank you queenv, that is so kind of you. Prayers are always good. It is feeling better. :) -


sandramitchell: Still no news on Nancy, I'm afraid. I have sent messages to her daughter, but so far haven't heard back. Please keep her in your thoughts and prayers. Has anyone heard anything about Pam/Gungalo?
    adewpearl: I do hope you hear soon, Sandra, and I posted a request in the general forums asking about Gungalo that nobody has responded to though it's received many views. -
    sandramitchell: It's very strange and worrying. Pam always posted 2 poems a day. Let's just hope she is on holiday and will be back soon. -
    michaelcahill: Nancy's friend Carole Rosa said that she returned from the hospital a few days ago, weak but recovering! -
    sandramitchell: Oh, thank you for that, Mikey, I will send another e-mail to check on how she is now. I have been so worried. xx -


sandramitchell: Hi everyone. I have to ask you all to please pray for our dear friend Nancy, Honeycomb, she is seriously ill in hospital with pneumonia, they have also found a blockage to her heart and her daughter got in touch with me to ask if you would all please pray for her. Worrying time for her and her family. She is such a lovely lady and believes totally in the power of prayer. Thank you all so much.
    adewpearl: Please pass on my prayers and healing thoughts if you speak with her or her family again. -
    Alexia350: Will do! I hope she will get well soon. Knowing that Jesus will listen when his children pray and seek his face in troubled times. -
    Joy Graham: Keeping Nancy in my thoughts and prayers. -
    misscookie: Please be so kind to let her and the family my prayers and my church prayers are with her.
    Thank you very much. -
    sandramitchell: Thank you all of you, I will let you know how she is as soon as I know. I will pass on your prayers. xx -
    Julie000: Hello , How are you doing today? I picked interest on you after going through your short profile now. My name is Juliana, I really want to have a good friendship with you.
    I have something very important I really want to discuss with you okay.
    Please my dear, I want you to write me back through this my email address okay: juliana4love_direk@hotmail.com -


sandramitchell: I have just been reading that double spacing after a full stop, (period) is no longer acceptable from publishers. I do it automatically, anyone got any thoughts on this? Has anyone heard about it?
    Cumbrianlass: Yes, I learned about this when formatting e-books. I also always added two spaces after a full stop, as I was taught on the old Smith-Corona! I'm not sure about 'not acceptable', but it seems one space only is 'preferable' these days. :) -
    Marillion: I don't think it's taboo, Sandra, but it's no longer the preferred usage. I still have trouble single spacing because of how I was taught. -
    sandramitchell: It is hard to break a habit, especially the length of time I have been doing it. That makes me sound ancient! :)
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    nor84: Oh yeah. Like you said, hard to break the habit, but you can set up MS Word to make the correction for you when you run spellcheck.

    I found out when I submitted something for inclusion in a publication by our branch of the California Writer's Group. With serious good humor, the editor told me she had to go through and delete that second space from every sentence. -
    sandramitchell: Did she say, why? After all these years, it does seem strange. Someone on Facebook said it was the cost! HUH! -
    rama devi: Actually, cost makes perfect sense to me because if you add up all those spaces, it become many more pages to print. However, for eBooks...there is no 'printing cost' so I am not sure why they would prefer it. For traditional printers, it is likely to save them money. Perhaps for eBooks it has something to do with the effect on the eye reading from a screen? -
    sandramitchell: I suppose it is a bit like, Twitter, where each space is counted. Technology sometimes can be really annoying! -


sandramitchell: The sun is shining, it's lovely and warm. Hope you all have a wonderful Easter. xsx Sandra :)
    adewpearl: And a happy, sunny Easter to you too, my friend :-) -


sandramitchell: I want to thank everyone on FanStory for their kind prayers and thoughts during my sad time. You are all wonderful people. I want to ask for your patience a little longer, I will be so busy arranging my mum's funeral and sorting out her things I won't have much time for reviewing. God bless all of you. Sandra. xsx
    Joy Graham: So sorry for your loss, Sandra. Take your time doing the things you have to do at this time. Don't worry about us. We'll be here when you are able tor eturn. Take care! -
    Joy Graham: That was supposed to be, " to return". This darn ipad! -
    rama devi: Blessings, Love and Prayers.... -
    sandramitchell: Thank you both, very much, I need your prayers, Rama, and thank you, Joy, you made me smile. xxx
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    expressions9: Dear Sandra, please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers always. I told my family about your loss too. Take it easy my dear friend. Much love, Christine xx -
    Selina Stambi: Sandra dear, congrats on your placing in the story of the month contest. xxx -
    Lovinia: Thinking of you Sandra ... such a sad time for you and your family.My prayers and best wishes. So fortunate you moved and had some time with her before her passing.

    A small ray of happiness through the dark time .. also congratulations on placing in the Story of the Month.

    Your mother would have been so proud of you, as I'm sure she was already.
    Take care ... something I may be facing in the not too distant future. -
    sandramitchell: I do hope it is not imminent, Lovi, I do feel for you, it is the saddest of things to go through. I still keep going to phone her. I will keep you both in my prayers. Thank you for your kind thoughts. xxxx -
    Lovinia: I love your huge heart Sandra. Thank you. I believe she is in early stages, yet she is too feisty and in denial so far. The anger is difficult to deal with already. We were close and had a falling out fifteen years ago ... which stole a lot of time from us. I understand your loss, my father died when I was twenty six ... I kept feeling it was unjust that the world kept moving and my dad wasn't in it... so unreal for months ...I kept popping in expecting him to be there with mum. One thing in life we have no say in. At least she is in peace and not suffering. Take care of yourself ... it will take time. Your in my prayers - love Lovi xoxoxoxo -
    Lovinia: I hope you are well and that all went well for your Mother. Sad for a family holiday so close to your own bereavement. Prayers to all your family ..... thinking of you and sending love and hugs - Lovi xoxoxo


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sandramitchell: Hi everyone. Just to let you know I am still around but not coping very well. I can't write or do much of anything. My mother is in a sort of no-mans-land, neither in this world or the next. She is asleep most of the time, which I am grateful for. It breaks my heart to see her like this and not be able to help her. xsx
    Joy Graham: Sorry to hear this, Sandra. Keeping you and your mom in my thoughts and prayers. -
    Marillion: Sandra, I'm so sorry. I know that feeling of helplessness. Please know that you're in my thoughts. -
    Debra White: Sending you all my love Sandra, big hugs, Debra xx -
    rama devi: Love and prayers....sending by the ton! sending her peaceful energy is the best gift you can give her right now, and I promise you she can feel it--because I work with dying patients and have witnessed many examples of this truth. People whose bodies are very weak often become more sensitive to and aware of subtle levels. Sending both of you love, light and peace. Hugs, rd -
    sandramitchell: Thank you all so very much, your prayers and kind thought are most gratefully accepted. Rami, thank you. I needed to know that. I just hold her hand and stroke her forehead, she used to do that to me when I was a child. -
    Uniqusatya: Testing time wont last long.May God be with you -
    sandramitchell: Thank you, you are so kind. My mother is now with God and my dear father. xx -
    nancy_e_davis: Sandra let me be the first to congratulate you on winning the story of the month contest! What a wonderful achievement. I am thrilled for you! Love. Nancy -
    ennahanid: Congratulations on the win...super-duper good -
    sandramitchell: Thank you all of you, I was gobsmacked!! Really chuffed though. The 1st and 2nd placing were REALLY great! xsx -


sandramitchell: I am sort of in shock at the moment. Just over 800 kindle copies of my Hedgerow story,
'The Day Before Christmas Eve' were sold in December! To think that all those people bought it for their children, it is mind blowing! All you lovely people who helped me, I can't thank you enough, and Brooke, your SPAGS class, well I can definitely recommend you, you are an amazing teacher. Thank you!
    adewpearl: Sandra, I am thrilled to hear of your success!!! :-) -
    sandramitchell: Thank you, my very dear friend, your help was amazing. Thank you for being so patient! xx -
    Brewster: so kool and so kool to share this with us letting us know it can be done! Congrats! -
    sandramitchell: Thank you Rami, Joy and Brewster, it is an amazing feeling. I am all fired up now to get the next one out! Have a brilliant 2014 all of you! xx -
    Debra White: That's wonderful Sandra :) I'm thrilled for you xxx -
    expressions9: Wonderful news Sandra, congratulations!!
    (I should be getting my proofs tomorrow :))
    Christine -
    sandramitchell: Let me know when it on Kindle! Thank you for the congrats, Christine. :) -
    Selina Stambi: Happy New Year - thrilled for you, Sandra - I LOVE your critters! Hope you're feeling better - crutches off?

    Congrats on the second place win as well. Hugs xxx -
    Treischel: Congradulations on your book sales. What a fabulous was to end the year! They you parlay that with 2nd place in the Christmas Piem Contest. You are really happening! -
    michaelcahill: That is so exciting. Wow. Can you imagine all those kids listening to your words. Then that poem of yours that made a grown man cry gets a deserved nod too. Could you buy me a lotto ticket? -
    sandramitchell: Thank you so much, all of you! You have all been such good friends to me, I am quite choked up. Mikey! If I could pick the winning lotto numbers, I would share it with all of you!! LOL! -
    expressions9: Hi Sandra
    Congratulations again. (I have a quick query for you on email. Thanks, Christine -
    Ideasaregems-Dawn: Hi Sandra,
    I just wanted to let you now I'm thinking of you. I've been back a few times, and I'm keeping you in my prayers. XX Dawn -
    Phyllis Stewart: Wow! I just saw this, and I am SO THRILLED for you! Big, BIGGGGG congratulations. You really earned it and have enriched the lives and imaginations of all those kids and more to come. Wow! :) -


sandramitchell: Well my knee replacement didn't happen! Why? Because I gashed my other leg and they said I would be too susceptible to bugs crawling in and that would not be nice. so key-hole surgery trimming off more bone and cutting away damaged cartilage was done and here I am back home on crutches!! Has anyone else had as wonderful a week-end as me???
    Joy Graham: Feel better soon, Sandra. Sending hugs your way! -
    heyjude: So sorry Sandra. I do hope you feel better
    and are off those crutches soon! -
    sandramitchell: Thank you all of you! My husband said I am not safe on crutches nor are the people around me! :)
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    didntknowitpoet: I sure hope your knees are doing better. I want again to thank you for your review! It really does mean a lot, coming from such an accomplished writer!! didntknowitpoet -
    sandramitchell: That is so nice of you, thank you! I see you are new here, a big Welcome! I look forward to reading more of your work. :) -
    Lovinia: Hi Sandra

    So sorry about the knee .... I managed to slip and slide on the bitumen the day before leaving for a week's skiing. Damaged both shins so badly it was excruciating in my boots ... I did manage a couple of runs before it was too painful.

    I was on crutches with a fractured shin bone for four months, after sis weeks in traction ... and sounds as though we are about the same, my crutch skills never improved. Hmmm ... will knowing this make you feel better???? LOL

    Heal fast and heal well my friend.

    Merry Christmas and happy holidays to you and your family. so nice for an extra grandchild to enjoy. Children just make christmas, even if they are as old as mine. Hehehehe (In their early twenties).


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    sandramitchell: Thank you! what a love surprise, the tree is beautiful. Happy New Year to you!! xxxx -


sandramitchell: What a difference a few hours can make, the doctors have told me there is a little improvement in my mother! AND I AM A GRANDMOTHER AGAIN!!!! A BIG 9LB BABY GIRL!!! Perhaps things will be better from now on.
    adewpearl: Sending you smiles on both counts :-) -
    sandramitchell: Oh Shelly, that is so funny! Thank you so much, you have really finished my day with a laugh! -
    Debra White: Congratulations Sandra :) I am so thrilled for you. Sending you big feel good hugs! Good to hear your mum is a little better also :) x Debra xxx -
    Selina Stambi: Awesome - congrats, Gran!! xxx Hugs to grandma and baby. :) -
    nancy_e_davis: Congratulations Grandma! How wonderful, I am so pleased for you! So happy your Mum is better. God Bless All! Nancy XSX -
    sandramitchell: Thanks everyone! She is lovely, lots of black hair! xx -
    Lovinia: Congrats Sandra ... er, Grandma! A baby girl how wonderful .... all sugar and spice and everything nice. :)))

    YIKES!!! 9LBS ... my third son was almost 10LBS. Big babies are beautiful.

    Pleased Mum is doing a little better .... take care of yourself. We will all survive without your reviews for a while. Good Fairy wishes for your ALL!!! *twinkles*twinkles*. Hugs - Lovi xoxoxo -


sandramitchell: Hi everyone, just wanted to say sorry for not reviewing much lately, I can't leave my mother alone in hospital for long. She needs me a lot more than anyone else at the moment. I will pop in now and then but I am getting very tired. I hope to be back in full flow soon. xsx
    Joy Graham: You focus on your mother and yourself. Give your mom lots of hugs and tell her you love her lots. -
    Joy Graham: We will be here when you return. Take care of you too! Sending hugs and prayers your way, Sandra! -
    Ideasaregems-Dawn: Oh Sandra, that baby jumping that crib is a little creepy! LOL!!! -
    sandramitchell: Isn't it just!! LOL, but it was so sweet of Shelly to do it. -
    Lovinia: Hey shelley ...... it was a girl!!!!! :)))) -


sandramitchell: I WANT TO ASK FOR EVERYONE'S HELP!!
Some of you are fans of my friend, Sue, her FS name is 'wordsfromsue' She is very, very poorly in hospital with lots of huge blood clots, and, in her own words, a starship size clot on her lung. She needs as many people as she can get to pray for her, the power of prayer is often stronger than medication. So, please, everyone, please pray for her.
    Sally Carter: Sandra, I'm afraid I don't "do" prayer. But if you are speaking to Sue, please pass her my very best wishes and say how sorry I am that she is having such a rough time. Thanks for that. -
    Cumbrianlass: I don't do 'prayer' in the biblical sense either, but my sympathy for her illness and my wish for her complete recovery is genuine. -
    redrider6612: I will add her to my prayers. You're so right about the power of prayer. I've seen God do miracles. -
    Jaq Cee: I don't know Sue but I will add her to my nightly prayers. May she be safe and well soon. x -
    sandramitchell: Thank you all, so much. I will pass these on to her. x -
    cinderbella: I do prayer, and I will pray for your friend Sue. -
    sandramitchell: Thank you, Sandra, that is so nice of you, I will let her know. x
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    expressions9: Hi Sandra, have just seen this. So sorry to hear of your friend. I'll definitely be praying too for her.

    Love Christine -
    sandramitchell: Oh thank you, Christine, she is really fighting, I will tell her. xxx -
    Ben Colder : Well, I do prayers and have faith enough in Christ to understand the prayers of a Christian means much. Your friend has mine. -
    kiwijenny: I am praying too. Just saw this . God bless -
    Selina Stambi: I will definitely be praying for her - prayer works!! xxx -
    sandramitchell: Oh thank you all so much, Sue manages to send me little messages when she feels strong enough, she told me she tires very quickly. But she is a fighter, bless her. I will tell her about you all and your kindness and prayers, I can't thank you all enough. xsx -
    LadyCosgrove: I don't know Sue, but I am sending as many positive thoughts as I can muster.
    LC -
    sandramitchell: Thank you so much, Lady Cosgrove, I will be sure to tell her. :) -
    Lovinia: Hi Sandra

    I don't know Sue but she has just been added to my prayer list. Great she is a fighter ... the power of prayer does produce miracles.
    Love to you and so good of you to be such a good friend. Hugs - Lovi xoxoxo -


sandramitchell: Hi everyone, I'm almost back!! Now in our English home, but still undoing boxes, where did they all come from?!! I seem to have damaged my knee in the move, how? I don't know, but it is most likely I will be having a new knee in the very distant future! I have missed you all, and can't wait to start writing and reviewing properly again, I will make a start, but you have all been using your keyboard fingers in a frenzy!!!!
    Debra White: WELCOME HOME!!!! :D Great to have you back xxx -
    nancy_e_davis: I have really missed you Sandra and so happy to have you back on line! Hugs. Nancy -
    sandramitchell: I have missed you both too! Aww, you are so nice, I have been reading your work, you are still writing amazing stories and poems! It's so good to be back. xsx -
    Lovinia: Hi Sandra

    So pleased the move went well. What a bugger with the knee .... though I've done the same to mine .... I have a friend having knee surgery at the moment. I believe they are very successful. Let's leave that to the VERY distant future. lol Not everyone in keyboard frenzy, expect some long lost replies from me. :))So sorry.... I'm behind and then more behind. Take care ... heal the knee. My move .... I still have boxes unpacked! hahah! Love & Hugs - Lovi xoxox -
    sandramitchell: Hi Lovinia, shows how often I look at my profile. The knee, hmmm, not good. I see the orthopaedic surgeon on the 28th of this month. Perhaps I will get some news. Move went ok, but always problems when you change countries as well! :) -


sandramitchell: We have at last sold our house! Everything is going through nicely. Nerve racking at first it's so different here, so many houses are illegal and are being demolished. Any way, we leave Spain on the 15th June!! I get to see my family and my grandchildren and my mum whenever I want to now! YAY!! One probem I am having is keeping up with reviews, pleased forgive if I miss some, I will try and keep up. Love you all! xsx
    Selina Stambi: Congratulations on the being placed, Sandra. Well done! -
    GregoryCody: YAY!!! AMAZINGLY DONE! That's truly a feat! Proud! -
    sandramitchell: Thank you both! It was a lovely surprise after reading so many excellent poems written. :) -


sandramitchell: A friend of mine who sent a copy of my book to his daughter told me she is dyslexic and has trouble reading to her own little daughter. She has just phoned her father to tell him she could read my poetry stories, Hedgerow Capers to her without any problems at all! How brilliant is that? She said it was the set rhyme that helped her. If I never sell another book, I will at least know, it has helped one person to read to her daughter. So chuffed!!
    Taffspride: Well done. What a great feeling that must be. -
    expressions9: Wow.. that's fantastic Sandra! How rewarding and heartwarming :) That would be a good review for Amazon's page. Well done! -
    MissMerri: I absolutely loved the story above about the dyslexic mom! What a wonderful reward for publishing your book! Congratulations and let there be more soon. -
    nancy_e_davis: That is just wonderful. I told you you had the rhythm down . How great is that? Good Job my friend! -
    flippant: That is so great! Good on you. -
    sandramitchell: Thank you all of you! I really was gobsmacked! xsx -


sandramitchell: A HAPPY AND HEALTHY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!
    Keeper Tony: A safe and Merry Christmas to you also Sandra, and may 2013 treat you well. (Enjoy the Spanish sunshine whilst we endure the winter chills!!!) -
    sandramitchell: I will, but my biggest wish now is to return to England. Just miss my family too much. Thank you Tony for your lovely wishes. xxx -
    Keeper Tony: I hope your wish is one which can be easily made to come true. My warmest wishes. -
    Jane Johnson: Sandra, I knew that Hedgerow Capers was perfect. I kept telling you how great it was. My ambition is to someday write a children's book. I love whimsical/light hearted staff. Congrats and have a happy new year! -
    Charade: Sandra, congrats on the contest, "Santa ain't right". I enjoyed reading it (and I voted for you!) -
    Merajul: HEARTY CONGRATULATIONS for the releasse and success of ' HEDGEGROW CAPERS ' -
    sandramitchell: Thank you, Jane, and Merajul for those kind words!!
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    sandramitchell: thank you so much for voting, Charade, bless you!! -


sandramitchell: Hi everyone, my book, Hedgerow Capers is now available to order on Amazon in America!
    Silverlock: Congratulations, Sandra, great news!!
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    Spike the second: Sandra

    It takes pride of place on my bookshelf.

    I highly recommend it to anyone for their children.

    Blessings

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    Merajul: Hi ! Wishing you and your family a very happy Christmas!I have not been around this site for sometime and just saw your post on my wall.Missing your poetries very much . Sayem & Maira are also wishing you a very happy christmas. God bless! -


sandramitchell: HEDGEROW CAPERS

Hi all, I can't seem to get my book on my profile properly, it comes up out of print, which it isn't! Tom has told me he can't help, it is a problem with Amazon. My book IS on Amazon with the correct details on it. I have had an amazing week reading to little chidren in their schools, and doing book signings in Waterstones Books Shops. I am so sorry about my reviewing, I have loads to catch up on, but I will!!
    Anthony Crosbie: It certainly is on Amazon! My copy arrived today and I've just read the first three chapters to Alexander. He loved it! -
    sandramitchell: Oh thank you Archie!! I have been so frustrated about this. What do you think of the final look? There was one or two things I would have changed but overall I was very pleased. Thank you for buying it, would you mind writing a review about it. Doesn't have to be a brilliant one, only what you think of it. I would be so grateful. How is your book coming along? I haven't seen any of your work on here lately, are you busy with your book? Not that I have managed to do much either. I will be down your way next year, perhaps we can all have coffee. Thank you again for buying it. Sandra xsx -
    Anthony Crosbie: The final look is great. I can't really think of anything I'd have changed. The main thing is the reaction of children and Alexander keeps talking about the characters and going to school so it's struck a chord with him. I'll get a review done for it asap. Very well done though and I'm pleased you're enjoying the celebrity lifestyle and are having fun. I'm struggling with my books. I sent out Raising Ted and Daisy the Dummy Fairy to quite a few publishers and every day I get a rejection e-mail/letter, I'll just keep going, working hard and making sure I enjoy it; hopefully I'll get there. I'm really busy at the moment with work so haven't been able to post anything lately. Did you see that Raising Ted got nominated for story of the month - I even got a vote! Let me know when you're in Devon. It would be lovely to meet for a coffee. Take care and I hope the book sells well over Christmas. Archie x -
    sandramitchell: Thank you Archie. Don't give up on Raising Ted, it is such a cute story that children can relate to, especially those who are a little different. Don't forget, JK Rowlings was rejected so many times, and she didn't give up. Some one told me she self published in the end, I don't know if that was true, but if she did, there must be a lot of publishers out there with egg on their faces.
    We will probably be back in March, if not before, so I really look forward to meeting you. xsx -
    Anthony Crosbie: I won't give up. I really want to get this published but I'll just have to be patient and keep sending the manuscript to publishers. I've been spending so much time worrying about getting published that I've forgot to enjoy my writing. I'm going to write some simple stories and post them; just for the fun of writing them! It'll be lovely to meet you too. x -
    sandramitchell: You are on my fan list, so I will keep a watch out for your new ones. x -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations! On the Other Side won the contest "Locked Room"
    jjstar: Congrats! I thought it would win! That's why I kept reading through the diamonds! -
    Phyllis Stewart: Congratulations on your win. Your story earned the prize! :) -


sandramitchell: I have just done my first book reading in Romsey infants school, 60 little smiling faces looking up at me, asking me lots of really good questions, like, 'when were you born!!!' It was amazing though. I have 2 more on Thursday and I am over the moon!! Two book signings this week, and the papers are coming to inteview me!!! My week of fame and fortune, (don't know about the fortune!!) This is so exciting, I just had to share it with you all.
    Silverlock: Well done, Sandra, enjoy it while you can - you certainly deserve it! -


sandramitchell: Hi everyone, I am so excited, I now have two book signings for Waterstones Bookstores, one in Southampton and one in Portsmouth!! And I have been booked to do readings in three schools, my nerves are going ballistic!! Had to come and tell you all, I will start doing some reviewing soon, love you all! xsx
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    Silverlock: That's fantastic news, Sandra! I'm sure the children will love your Hedgerow poems, Good luck with it all!
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    Julia.: Just take a few deep breaths before the reading to calm your nerves. And remember, most people tend to speak quickly when they are nervous, so consciously think about reading at deliberate pace. Best of luck! You'll do great. -
    sandramitchell: Thank you for the good advice, Julia, I will start practicing. Hopefully I will be alright, just these awful nerves!! xsx -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations on having your book "Hedgerow Capers" published.
    rama devi: Congratulations~! Kudos. Great news! Proud of you. :-) -
    twinklepoems: Congratulations on your book! How exciting! Great job! -
    heyjude: So excited for you about your book. Congratulations!!!!! -
    donaldww: And congratulations to Timmy and Tommy!
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    TammyGail: So happy for you Sandra :) Congrats sister :)

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    sandramitchell: Thank you all so much!! You are all wonderful people, thank you!!!! xxxxx xsx -
    jlsavell: Congratulations!!!! I cannot wait to purchase the book for all my grandchildren!!! -
    writerwish: Congrats! What great news. This feels so good, doesn't it. Seeing your name out there for the world. I will have to check this out. Fanstory has been one of my best moves too. I just had a children's book on Amazon about 2 months ago. Enjoy the high... -
    Adama: Hey Sandra, CONGRATULATIONS! (We share the same great illustrator). All the best with your book. -
    Darla9: Congratulations! :) -
    Maureen's Pen: Congrats Sandra on your new book launch:) Hugs -
    suep: Congratulations!! That is AWEsome!! What an accomplishment... so very happy for you!! :) -
    Writingfundimension: What wonderful news you've shared. So happy to see a writer making it in the 'real' world. Congratulations and good luck! Bev -
    Anthony Crosbie: I've been onto Amazon to take a look - fantastic! Very well done and good luck with the launch. I'm very excited for you and look forward to hearing how it goes. x -
    natureist : Well done with the 'fruits'
    of your labour .I'm happy
    You should give yourself
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    like to show my support as a
    Fanstory Writer ;-)) -
    nancy_e_davis: I am so happy for you my dear friend. Your little critters will be famous in no time.
    Congratulations. -
    hargunanand: Congratulations, it makes me happy to see someone's dream coming true...I wish I I could follow our footstep and become published too. Regards mbabills
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    robina1978: Many congratulations on this great achievement, Ine -
    ravenriter: Congratulations on your exciting news! -
    Silverlock: Congratulations, Sandra! What fantastic news, and well deserved, too. I'm sure the children will love Hedgerow Tales as much as we do! -
    sandramitchell: Thank you all of you, I feel so humbled
    by all your support. Thank you!! xsx -
    corrinas creations: Huge Congrats Sandra, I am beyond excited to get my copy. I know that people will fall n love with the characters as much as I have this year :) xx -
    wordsfromsue: Sorry Sandra, I just saw this. You already know how happy I am for you, but I'm telling you again here! To the most deserving lady, congratulations!!!! :-) -
    Maria_121: Congratulations. How exciting!
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    Lynar: I do wish you great success from the heart.
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    Aussie: Congrats on second place with your lovely Christmas poem - seems life is starting to change for you. Love, Kay. -


sandramitchell: This is my only way I can say the biggest THANK YOU TAMMY GAIL for the incredible picture you did me for my story/poem.
The Day Before Christmas Eve. It can only be seen if you open the poem. And also for the Banner and member cent pumps you put on it. You are one amazingly kind lady! Thank you!!
    Meta~Mark: she sure is amazing and so are you my dear friend :) -
    Phyllis Stewart: Congratulations, Sandra! Kids are going to love it! How exciting that you'll be doing signings. I think I'd be too nervous to write my name... LOL! This is only the start for you. There will be more in the series. Who knows where it could go! It's a great book and I wish you the very best. :) -
    TammyGail: :) you didn't have to thank me at all sister - you are ever kind always and Evan loves your ink and now I can buy it for him for Christmas :) -


FanStory wrote to sandramitchell: Congratulations on earning a Seal of Quality.
    Writingfundimension: Congratulations on this very deserving recognition, sandra. Your story is a beaufiul example of the genre. Warm regards, Bev -
    wordsfromsue: Congratulations to Harriet Hamster's soon to be creator! You deserve this wonderful recognition.:-) -
    sandramitchell: Oh thank you, Sue!! I guess I will have to bring Harriet to life! xsx -
    kiwigirl2821: Congrats Sandra. You are so deserving. Your writing brings everything to life. Nicely done. xoxo deborah -
    J. P. Egry: Hi Sandra. Just tried to review your poem "Why Do You Sigh?" and couldn't do so. Nothing happens when the rating box is checked--no space to write comments. Thought you'd want to know. JP -
    Silverlock: Hi Sandra, I used you as a writing prompt entry in the Celebrate a Writer contest, hope you don't mind! Couldn't help myself - just love your Hedgerow tales :)
    Best regards, Barb. -
    sandramitchell: That is the greatest honour you can give a fellow writer, and I thank you very much!!! xsx -
    ramfire: Thank you for giving me a six star rating on my poem, Wind. You have made my day. -
    ramfire: It's great to have recieved your welcome. -

    juliaSjames: Congratulations on your SOQ. Good luck with the publication process. -
    Merajul: Hi ! Thanks a lot for including Sayem & Maira in your poetry.We are overwhelmed with joy by your gesture of love and affection. Kids are excited!Thanks again! -
    sandramitchell: It gave me such a lot of pleasure being able to do it, I am over the moon that Sayem liked it. Thank you.xsx -


sandramitchell: Hi everyone, I just wanted to thank everyone for their amazing help reviewing my Hedgerow Capers poetry, thanks to you all, they are being published, and I am so, so excited! xsx
    wordsfromsue: This is SOOO cool!! Congratulations. :-) ********** -
    ChowChow: Best of wishes, go with this congratulations. -
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    Congratulations on this immense achievement! -
    Christina 201: How exciting they are going to be published. I have really enjoyed them and hope many many others do to. Congratulations. -
    amarherig14: I just read you have lived in Spain for ten years. Do you speak Spanish? -
    amarherig14: I just read you have lived in Spain for ten years. Do you speak Spanish? -
    Aussie: Hello Sunny Bunny, Found Hedgerow Capers on the book depositry UK - $15.09 so will get it soon. Love, Kay. -
    sandramitchell: Aw, what a love you are! I really hope you enjoy it!! I don't know what $15.09 is in £s! I hadn't even heard of the Book Depositry, free delivery! That's excellent! Lots of love my dear! xsx -
    Aussie: G'day mate! Please to send me your private email address so I don't lose you in London! Lots of Love - Kay = kays@tadaust.org.au -