tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8681132888977525688.post4524859934462935008..comments2024-03-28T23:31:06.181-05:00Comments on Writing In The Crosshairs: BY DEGREES WE DIE; BY OURSELVES WE MOURNRoland D. Yeomanshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00338410857990551352noreply@blogger.comBlogger20125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8681132888977525688.post-34393461619699485012010-11-19T07:44:25.307-06:002010-11-19T07:44:25.307-06:00And thus my hiatus. Waiting for the uplifting, ins...And thus my hiatus. Waiting for the uplifting, inspiring words to return.<br /><br />You speak such heart felt truths my friend.<br /><a href="http://fragilemouse.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Jules @ Trying To Get Over The Rainbow</a>Juleshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02136045025997662057noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8681132888977525688.post-70397207882780852032010-11-19T04:16:05.442-06:002010-11-19T04:16:05.442-06:00Hi,
Heartfelt post, which kind of makes one feel ...Hi,<br /><br />Heartfelt post, which kind of makes one feel humbled in the face of compassion to all regardless of faith, status and financial wherewithall. Life itself is Hell on Earth, accept that fact and it seems less of a burden overall, for Heaven you make and if possible help others to get a little slice of it if nothing more. ;)<br /><br />best<br />FFrancine Howarthhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02326542867876257042noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8681132888977525688.post-18559700748466533002010-11-18T23:16:10.096-06:002010-11-18T23:16:10.096-06:00A bit different; more positve yourself.
For some ...A bit different; more positve yourself.<br /><br />For some reason, I'm having trouble expressing myself tonight. I guess I'm just happy my internet/blogger problems seem to be finally cleared up. a great relief.<br /><br />It is good advice to be aware that you don't know who may be reading your blog posts. Great advice - for real life as well as online.<br /><br />I'm still keeping my fingers crossed for your requests Roland. I know it will happen for you soon.<br /><br />I hope you get some sleep.<br /><br />......dholedolorahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08715849844092553699noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8681132888977525688.post-6432616147554544312010-11-18T16:54:28.995-06:002010-11-18T16:54:28.995-06:00I very much agree with you. We need compassion and...I very much agree with you. We need compassion and understanding but also to help people laugh. Making people laugh is a form of healing. <br /><br />Always enjoy your quotations and the stories behind them as well:)Terry Stonecrophttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03726985400500572770noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8681132888977525688.post-22461529440057617312010-11-18T16:49:54.485-06:002010-11-18T16:49:54.485-06:00You are right, Roland. We are not always privy to ...You are right, Roland. We are not always privy to the names or circumstances of those who happen upon our blogs/stories/columns/ etc. I always hope my writing will be for someone a serendipitous find; your advice certainly points the way.Lisa Ricard Clarohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05048410207952052295noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8681132888977525688.post-73252219171660707302010-11-18T12:11:04.504-06:002010-11-18T12:11:04.504-06:00Heather : Your response made me feel as if my effo...Heather : Your response made me feel as if my efforts weren't in vain. Thanks, Heather.<br /><br />Ann : Yes, you're so right. If each of us touches just one heart in a healing way today, the total suffering eased would be amazing.<br /><br />Jai : I try to make those 3 companions constant road-buddies. And Mark Twain always seems to find a new way to make you smile, doesn't he?<br /><br />February Grace : Thank you for "gracing" my pages with your always kind, insightful comments.Roland D. Yeomanshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00338410857990551352noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8681132888977525688.post-79390939388502836142010-11-18T12:05:27.411-06:002010-11-18T12:05:27.411-06:00This moved me to tears. "Let us build up, not...This moved me to tears. "Let us build up, not tear down," are the wisest words I've heard in a long time. Excellent post as always Roland, but this one was special.Heatherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05130733681254163610noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8681132888977525688.post-80762510367655760682010-11-18T12:01:09.162-06:002010-11-18T12:01:09.162-06:00I am only one person. I can't help everyone, b...I am only one person. I can't help everyone, but I can help someone.<br /><br />Thanks for another beautifully written, illuminating post!!<br /><a href="http://annbest-jen.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow"><i>Ann</i></a>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8681132888977525688.post-22908493393327483552010-11-18T11:30:11.958-06:002010-11-18T11:30:11.958-06:00Wonderful post, Roland. Compassion, understanding,...Wonderful post, Roland. Compassion, understanding, laughter - I'm with you.<br /><br />And I loved that story about Mark Twain and the publisher. Hilarious!<br /><br />JaiJai Joshihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04858987106548357551noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8681132888977525688.post-1517522792631044322010-11-18T05:29:41.126-06:002010-11-18T05:29:41.126-06:00Another beautiful post, Roland. Thank you.
~bruAnother beautiful post, Roland. Thank you.<br /><br />~bruFebruary Gracehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01078037856070486022noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8681132888977525688.post-1415267373597317452010-11-18T01:53:18.835-06:002010-11-18T01:53:18.835-06:00Michael : Hey, it's late, and I've had a 3...Michael : Hey, it's late, and I've had a 300 mile night myself. Whew!<br /><br />I haven't heard from either agent yet. I'm polishing and editing THE LEGEND OF VICTOR STANDISH as quickly as I can while working 8 days straight. Another whew!<br /><br />I'll help as best I can with that query with a smile. Helping is what friends are for. RolandRoland D. Yeomanshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00338410857990551352noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8681132888977525688.post-37071110538213745072010-11-18T00:24:41.587-06:002010-11-18T00:24:41.587-06:00I just read my comment to you. I'm sorry. I mu...I just read my comment to you. I'm sorry. I must be tired, I meant dedication. <br /><br />Have you heard any feedback from the agent?<br /><br />Thanks for offering to help on my query. As soon as I put it together I will have you take a look at it. You're the best!<br /><br />MichaelMichael Di Gesuhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17047267262428143113noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8681132888977525688.post-67785336902936376592010-11-18T00:09:51.310-06:002010-11-18T00:09:51.310-06:00Jennifer : Glad you liked the post. Loved yours as...Jennifer : Glad you liked the post. Loved yours as well.Roland D. Yeomanshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00338410857990551352noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8681132888977525688.post-3672184845108812722010-11-18T00:04:17.016-06:002010-11-18T00:04:17.016-06:00Thanks for the reminder to put more positivity out...Thanks for the reminder to put more positivity out into the world. There just isn't enough of it.<br /><br />Very thoughtful post!Jennifer Hillierhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15783975547643539868noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8681132888977525688.post-63535675067039505472010-11-17T23:54:30.716-06:002010-11-17T23:54:30.716-06:00Flying High In The Sky : I knew you were a kindred...Flying High In The Sky : I knew you were a kindred spirit. Yes, when I was a small boy Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, Homer, and Robert E. Howard spun tales that brightened the darkness of those days. I'd like to do the same for others if I could.Roland D. Yeomanshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00338410857990551352noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8681132888977525688.post-4404497494977938552010-11-17T22:52:55.734-06:002010-11-17T22:52:55.734-06:00fresh post! i agree with your "purpose" ...fresh post! i agree with your "purpose" of writing... a striking post!Flying high in the sky....https://www.blogger.com/profile/15696562802402238945noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8681132888977525688.post-54962796610905554182010-11-17T22:46:03.688-06:002010-11-17T22:46:03.688-06:00Michael : Hmmm. You love the details but hate the ...Michael : Hmmm. You love the details but hate the maintenance -- I think Brad Pitt said the same thing about Angelina.<br /><br />Cut yourself some slack and just enjoy the success of your efforts. Have a great end of week.Roland D. Yeomanshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00338410857990551352noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8681132888977525688.post-65151190848649870922010-11-17T22:40:00.309-06:002010-11-17T22:40:00.309-06:00Interesting post. I love all of your tidbits about...Interesting post. I love all of your tidbits about successful author's. Mark Twain was quite the character and you brought him back to life for us once more! As always a pleasure.<br /><br />Finished the walls and cut it today. I just have the miles of trim left. My condo was built in the early 1920's so it has all that wonderful plaster and wood details. It don't know which is worse the 10 inch plaster crown molding or the doors, windows, baseboards, or arches. Love the details ... hate the maintenance.<br /><br />I admire your detection to your work ... on paper and off.<br /><br />MichaelMichael Di Gesuhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17047267262428143113noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8681132888977525688.post-52474674817463542102010-11-17T21:06:13.144-06:002010-11-17T21:06:13.144-06:00Mizrepresent : Thanks. We are kindred spirits in t...Mizrepresent : Thanks. We are kindred spirits in the cyber-darkness, nodding as we pass in the night. I'm happy that it touched you. Have a great end of week.Roland D. Yeomanshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00338410857990551352noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8681132888977525688.post-11269334781512958742010-11-17T21:02:26.893-06:002010-11-17T21:02:26.893-06:00Very nice post. It truly touched me.Very nice post. It truly touched me.Mizrepresenthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02992754393960138393noreply@blogger.com