What I liked: I was engrossed in the story from the very beginning. I couldn't wait to see what kind of "special" coffee this story was about. It was a surprise ending!
Grammar/Spelling: No obvious spelling/grammar errors.
Overall impressions: I am in awe of your talent as a writer. This is not the first of your stories that I've read. Your ability to create characters and images to pull your readers in is awesome. Thanks for sharing.
Please keep writing so I can keep reading and reviewing!
If you happen by my port, please stop and say hello!
"Rain? Not on My Parade!"
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FIRST IMPRESSION: Poor Buffy! I like the descriptive words such as "catventory". It puts a cute twist on the story. I'm glad this was a happy ending. I do love my cat!
PLOT THOUGHTS: Your story stayed on plot and kept my attention.
ERRORS: No obvious spelling/grammar errors.
FAVORITE PART:"When cats are scarred, they can take hiding to a whole new level." I instantly got a vivid image of the strange things cats do.
SUGGESTIONS: No suggestions for improvement
PLEASE KEEP WRITING SO I CAN KEEP READING AND REVIEWING!
SouthernDiva "And if you happen by my port, I'd love a review"
What I liked: Your willingness to write a letter outlining your goals was great. Hopefully this will keep you on track!
Grammar/Spelling: No obvious spelling/grammar errors
Overall impressions: I can't wait to check out more things in your port! Thanks for sharing!
Please keep writing so I can keep reading and reviewing!
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"Rain? Not on My Parade!"
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What I liked: Your ability to put into words those feelings that were so real when we first joined shows true talent. It is almost like being frozen in front of the screen or a stage and forgetting your lines.
Grammar/Spelling: No obvious spelling/grammar errors
Overall impressions: Your talent shows in your ability to express your thoughts and hold the attention of your reader. Great job!
Please keep writing so I can keep reading and reviewing!
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"The Lone Tear"
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You are an awesome lady! Your abilities, your talents, your concern and helpfulness show in all that you do. Your family is the picture of happiness and I admire you for all you keep up with. I have learned so much about you from raiding your port and I want you to know how much fun I had! Please keep sharing as we so enjoy it!
Keep Writing so I may keep reading and reviewing
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First Impression: Your ability to write about so many events with so much passion and emotion is beyond description. I don't know if these were actual things you witnessed or if your imagination is that good; regardless, your ability to translate those scenes or those images into words shows your talent.
Spelling and Grammar: No obvious spelling/grammar errors
Keep Writing so I may keep reading and reviewing
If you happen by my port, please stop and say hello!
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What I liked: Your continuous support of Newbies to make them feel welcome makes you an asset to WDC. This contest is a great idea and I feel honored to be able to review items in your port! Your talent shows in all you do. I see nothing to improve upon!
Please keep writing so I can keep reading and reviewing!
If you happen by my port, please stop and say hello!
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What I liked: I love your brutal honesty and would welcome a review from you; no matter how "unsweet" you are. I enjoyed the way you put your feelings on reviewing into words. This is a great explanation and more should follow your guidelines.
Thanks for sharing!
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What I liked: What a spectacular story of heartbreak over the death of a loved one. The love letters was an original way to keep a journal of sorts. You did a great job with this poem!
Grammar/Spelling/Suggestions: I saw no way to improve on this awesome writing.
Overall impressions: You are a very talented writer and a sharer of your knowledge.... Thanks for everything
Please keep writing so I can keep reading and reviewing!
If you happen by my port, please stop and say hello!
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What I liked: I enjoyed the raid of your port!
This was a bitter end but a new beginning! The dutiful wife can now live as she watches her husband die! Those of us who have never had to experience this pain can sense some of the emotion in this writing. You did a great job portraying the bittersweet story of abuse and the end.
If you happen by my port, please stop and say hello!
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What I liked: This is a piece of poetry that will make you think. I admire the way you were able to give choices of complete opposites. The poem flows well and was easy to read. I enjoyed the different style!
Grammar/Spelling: No obvious spelling/grammar errors
Overall impressions: Though you say that poetry is not your forte, you do an awesome job of it! Thanks for sharing the many aspects of your thoughts.
Please keep writing so I can keep reading and reviewing!
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What I liked: Your ability to tell such a bittersweet story in so few words shows your talent and mastery of the written word. I can only hope that someday, with practice, my words can bring the emotion that you do in your writing!
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How absolutely comical! I was trying to be serious when I read this and found myself laughing hysterically. I am not a reviewer of poetry; only because I know so little about it's proper form. This was a joy to read and I thank you for sharing it. I'm not sure what "free verse" is but as a reader, I would recommend it highly!
Please keep writing so I can keep reading and reviewing!
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What I liked: The feeling of defiance that I could relate to when I was in school. We were the first to be able to wear pants instead of skirts (which could be no more than 4 inches above the knee). This may seem archaic but this was during an era when "sizzler" skirts were in style that were so short, they had matching panties.....
Grammar/Spelling: No obvious spelling/grammar errors
Overall impressions: I'm having a blast raiding your port! Due to your encouragement of my work, I was able to muster the courage to review a mod.....
Please keep writing so I can keep reading and reviewing!
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What I liked: Your originality shows in your writing. I could almost place myself as the mirror. As she went from child to teen, you wrote of those emotions and loneliness. You did a great job portraying the many things a teenage girl goes through.
Grammar/Spelling: No obvious spelling/grammar errors.
Overall impressions: I enjoyed the story as I tried to relate myself as a teenager to the girl in the mirror!
Please keep writing so I can keep reading and reviewing!
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What I liked: If only others would realize what a smile can do! Your writing depicts the difference that smile can make. You did a good job using the most extreme case with the girl and her scar.
Grammar/Spelling: No obvious spelling/grammar errors or other suggestions.
Overall impressions: Your talent shows in your writing. Thanks for sharing and I'll keep ing.
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What I liked: Wow! There are so many truths in this writing. Your way of connecting all these things with "fire-fighters" was original and captured my attention throughout! Great job!
Grammar/Spelling: No obvious spelling/grammar errors
Overall impressions: Your talent shows in your writing. I enjoyed the read. Thanks for sharing it!
(and hurry back to NC)
Please keep writing so I can keep reading and reviewing!
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What I liked: What a unique way of describing the things that make you miss a person. I could almost feel the emotion as you walked through the grocery store. Great job portraying your "eccentric fiancee"..
Grammar/Spelling/Suggestions: " The first couple of times I went without her—and once she was gone, Stop and Shop took on an irresistible pull—I hyperventilated and passed out, leaving my family without groceries for a few days more"; I'm not sure what this sentence needs but I missed something and I read it twice "had to by my job"; by should be be "She was used to keeping everything close at hand."; duplicate sentence in this paragraph. Consider using another.
Overall impressions: I enjoyed reading this and thank you for sharing it. You have great talent and it shows in your writing.
Please keep writing so I can keep reading and reviewing!
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What I liked: I love this! Your words depict the exact way I feel about WDC. I can't stop. I can't leave the computer! You did a great job showing the reader what goes on in your mind when you are writing, reviewing, etc. It also gives the many activities here on WDC!
Grammar/Spelling: No obvious spelling/grammar errors
Overall impressions: Your talent shows in your ability to write about things in your mind. Thanks for sharing this piece! I needed this smile and to know that there are others who are as addicted as me to WDC!
Please keep writing so I can keep reading and reviewing!
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What I liked: The title captured my attention since the age-old question, "What happened to my socks" always comes up. This was a great imaginative story about where those socks go! Great job!
Overall impressions: Your humor and talent show in your writing. Thanks for sharing this story.
Please keep writing so I can keep reading and reviewing!
PS Congratulations on the new precious gift!
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What I liked: Isn't it wonderful to remember them when they were so sweet and special. I bet he is a handful now! Your true love comes out in the words here. You did a great job portraying your feelings for life's most beautiful gift.
Grammar/Spelling: No obvious spelling/grammar errors
Overall impressions: Continue to write about your son and his experiences and they will make a great gift for him one day. Your talent shows in your writing!
Please keep writing so I can keep reading and reviewing!
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FIRST IMPRESSION: Poor Buffy! I like the descriptive words such as "catventory". It puts a cute twist on the story. I'm glad this was a happy ending. 
I do love my cat!
PLOT THOUGHTS: Your story stayed on plot and kept my attention.
ERRORS: No obvious spelling/grammar errors.
SUGGESTIONS: No suggestions for improvement
PORT RAID REVIEW 
First Impression: Your ability to write about so many events with so much passion and emotion is beyond description. I don't know if these were actual things you witnessed or if your imagination is that good; regardless, your ability to translate those scenes or those images into words shows your talent.
Spelling and Grammar: No obvious spelling/grammar errors
I enjoyed the way you put your feelings on reviewing into words. This is a great explanation and more should follow your guidelines.
" The first couple of times I went without her—and once she was gone, Stop and Shop took on an irresistible pull—I hyperventilated and passed out, leaving my family without groceries for a few days more"; I'm not sure what this sentence needs but I missed something and I read it twice
Your true love comes out in the words here. You did a great job portraying your feelings for life's most beautiful gift.