Forever, My Frogman
It would always be their beach...25 total reviews
Comment from Gail Denham
Good story - as I remember it even placed in the final contest count. I like how you spaced dialog in between that action, going back and forth from present to past. Can't imagine any service person tossing away their dress uniform thought - always thought they had to pay for the replacement. My husband did - in the army.
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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Good story - as I remember it even placed in the final contest count. I like how you spaced dialog in between that action, going back and forth from present to past. Can't imagine any service person tossing away their dress uniform thought - always thought they had to pay for the replacement. My husband did - in the army.
Comment Written 12-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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Thanx so much for your review on this one, Gail -- I do so appreciate your unique insights on my offerings! ;) ;) Take care out there and have a great week! :) ;) Yvette
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Comment from Sandra du Plessis
A very well-written story about the beach and what it means to the frog man and his wife on their special beach where they do everything together in this life and the after life.
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A very well-written story about the beach and what it means to the frog man and his wife on their special beach where they do everything together in this life and the after life.
Comment Written 12-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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Thanx so much for your review on this one, Sandra -- always appreciate your support!! ;) Yvette
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Comment from Carla Trinklein
This brought tears! What a poignant story. You really brought home not only what our soldiers do for us, but also what the families they sometimes leave behind go through. We often forget the price they pay. Thanks for giving me so much to think about today.
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This brought tears! What a poignant story. You really brought home not only what our soldiers do for us, but also what the families they sometimes leave behind go through. We often forget the price they pay. Thanks for giving me so much to think about today.
Comment Written 12-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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So glad you enjoyed this one, Carla, and that it truly touched you...was one that you write with tears in your own eyes, ya know?!! :) ;) We owe them all for their voluntary service to all of us!! ;) ;) Thanx for the review and hope the good fight (and yes work!) continues! :) You are wonderful ... just remind yourself of that! ;) ;) Yvette :)
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Not t to worry...I?m behind on reviews, too!
Comment from Sandra Ludwick
Overall I thought this was a very good story. Thank you for sharing it. However, I was a little confused at times as to what was real and what was being remembered.
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Overall I thought this was a very good story. Thank you for sharing it. However, I was a little confused at times as to what was real and what was being remembered.
Comment Written 12-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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The italics and different color denoted the memory... :) Thanx for your review - much appreciated! ;) ;)
Comment from LisaMay
This is an exceptional write, a virtual 6 from me. It handles emotional well and intersperses time-frames very effectively. It is a story on many levels of appeal: love interest and sensuality, sacrifice in service, loss and grief.
(I got the Aquaman reference.)
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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This is an exceptional write, a virtual 6 from me. It handles emotional well and intersperses time-frames very effectively. It is a story on many levels of appeal: love interest and sensuality, sacrifice in service, loss and grief.
(I got the Aquaman reference.)
Comment Written 12-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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Thanx so much for your review, L-M, and you are one of two that got the reference so, consider your self in the top tier - LOL! ;) :) Thanx, as always, for such an insightful review, ma'am -- take care! ;) ;) Yvette
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It looks like your story will win the contest, hope so... it is definitely the best one.
Comment from Sally Law
No one even stands a chance next to this one, Yvette. A wonderfully written piece, I'd say my favorite love story from your collection. This is patriotic, too. The other real and raw side of the ones who serve in uniform.
Sending you my best and for the contest,
Sal xo
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No one even stands a chance next to this one, Yvette. A wonderfully written piece, I'd say my favorite love story from your collection. This is patriotic, too. The other real and raw side of the ones who serve in uniform.
Sending you my best and for the contest,
Sal xo
Comment Written 12-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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Thank you, thank you, Lady Sal -- you always make me smile and this is definitely no exception! ;) ;) Things have been so very busy these past few days and tomorrow with my youngest getting his wisdom teeth out doesn't seem to promise a slow down.....yeah, yeah, I know once he goes off to college in about a month, I'll be singing a different tune.... but for now, I just want the summer to SLOW down... :) :) Thanx again for your review on this one, ma'am, and have a great week! ;) Yvette :)
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You?re so welcome! :+)
Comment from Mystic Angel 7777
This is truly worthy of this and so many more stars! You have not only met, but exceeded the contest requirements by delivering a story filled with a depth of emotion that moves the reader tears. Well done and I should think you need no luck in the voting as you have certainly captured mine.
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This is truly worthy of this and so many more stars! You have not only met, but exceeded the contest requirements by delivering a story filled with a depth of emotion that moves the reader tears. Well done and I should think you need no luck in the voting as you have certainly captured mine.
Comment Written 12-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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O my goodness, Angel -- you know I read this when it came in (I was a college orientation at the time and then the travels and then there's the fact that I really suck at typing on a phone!!)... aaaannyyyway, you brought tears to my eyes then and you did it again just now -- thank you so very much!! ;) ;) I am so very glad this moved you...was one that I wrote with Kleenex handy, ya know what I mean? LOL! ;) ;) Thanx for the lovely stars, ma'am, and take care of you this week!! ;) ;) Yvette
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Comment from aryr
Good luck in the contest Yvette. This was what I call a multi fold story. It was a tribute to the Marines and specifically the Seals, it was about love both deep and true, it was about loss especially when a body is not recovered- the loss and lack of closure go on and it was about closure in a different way. Very well done and very much appreciated.
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Good luck in the contest Yvette. This was what I call a multi fold story. It was a tribute to the Marines and specifically the Seals, it was about love both deep and true, it was about loss especially when a body is not recovered- the loss and lack of closure go on and it was about closure in a different way. Very well done and very much appreciated.
Comment Written 12-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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Thanx so much for your detailed insights on this one, Ali -- you always seem to take the time to give me your complete perspective and that really means a lot, ma'am!! ;) ;) Hope this finds you well and that you have a wonderful week ahead! ;) ;) Yvette :)
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YOU are most welcome Yvette.
Comment from Heather Knight
I like how you move from past to present and back again in this story.
The ending is also very beautiful.
Thanks for sharing and good luck in the contest.
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I like how you move from past to present and back again in this story.
The ending is also very beautiful.
Thanks for sharing and good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 12-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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Thanx so much for your review on this one, Lady Maria -- always appreciate hearing your perspective! ;) ;) Have a wonderful week ahead!! ;) ;) Yvette
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Comment from Dolly'sPoems
This is so sad that it brought a real tear to my eye Yvette, you delivered this story with great finesse, understanding and emotion, a very touching write and a story true for many families as they are left mourning, a fine write, love Dolly x
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This is so sad that it brought a real tear to my eye Yvette, you delivered this story with great finesse, understanding and emotion, a very touching write and a story true for many families as they are left mourning, a fine write, love Dolly x
Comment Written 12-Jul-2019
reply by the author on 14-Jul-2019
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Thanx so much for your heartfelt comments on this one, Dolly -- always appreciate hearing your perspective! ;) ;) Have a wonderful week ahead!! ;) ;) Yvette
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