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In my view, the primary focus should be on encouraging the writers to write. I do not review items I don't enjoy anymore because I see it as a waste of my time. So, if you get a review from me, I enjoyed reading your work. The amazing thing about this whole process is that reading an inspiring review usually leads to me reading more of a reviewer's work also. So, it's a win-win.

I'm good at...

encouraging others to write because I love to read.

I will not review...

something I do not like. I do not enjoy writing hyper-critical reviews. I do NOT believe that "honesty" is a synonym for "mean." If I see someone being "mean" here on the public reviewing page, in group behaviors, or just acting as a bully I will not send them my reviews. The only exception to that would be judging a site contest - there all items get honest (and hopefully diplomatic) reviews of the work from me with no exceptions.

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#4322104

Review of Megan's Blog City Journal

for entry "Love and Rules"

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Rated: ASR

| (5.0)

The Usual Suspect is not always Kevin Spacey!

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What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

I saw that you had added to your Blog City Journal and came to read and send a review.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

You have a lot of good things going, but most of all a positive attitude. You are positive and you keep trying. I think that as long as we keep trying we will reach at least some of our goals.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

I agree that God takes a vacation at times. But it is good to refocus our energies on what makes us happy, instead of what isn't working.

At the beginning of the year here, I was told that my reviews counted for nothing because I hadn't agreed to do this and that with fund raising and supporting someone else's endeavor and being on a certain game team. I did do a lot of reviews over time, but those weren't important. Other people, who are never here, were counted as more loyal because they hosted this or that years ago. It made no sense.

Not to mention it is kind of dopey for this person to discourage a financial supporter on a site where this person is continually trying to raise funds for their endeavors.

Nothing I was told made much sense then.

I ended up feeling that reviewing is really why I'm here. I enjoy it and what I do. I like visiting my friends and I enjoy judging The Writer's Cramp. So, I do what I enjoy and I try to avoid the mean people who act like a bunch of bullies when they run in a herd. Have you ever noticed that when three or more get together they have to be mean to someone else. That is a group dynamic I have seen here again and again. Right now I am the designated object of their snorting wrath. I have big shoulder blades and I can take it and also I am a hard worker and I have a big mouth. Well, they should have thought of that.

And how many times can they stomp on me before they get bored and move on. Well, a lot apparently, but eventually even that will get old to those with a lick of sense.

I can afford to be here and be independent in some ways. There are still lots of ways a loner, like me, can enjoy oneself here on the site. I don't have to be a herd member propping up someone else's dream.

We do our own thing. Sometimes it works, sometimes it doesn't.

With your Prince activity, you gave me a chance to write and do something I enjoyed. I had to do the work on it, but you didn't make it conditional on anything but me doing the required work. That is the way all activities and groups should be run in my opinion. I will always work to support those things that are positive and forward thinking. I don't really enjoy supporting dictators and despots much. Just not in my nature.

You set the example and know how to make this place fun for those who are smart enough to see it.

Great work always Megan! Keep on doing your thing! You set the bar very high, my friend!

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read. If I send a review, it means I enjoyed my reading experience enough to let you know it. I look at a review as my reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

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#4322097

Review of My World Of Hopes, Dreams, Fantasies

for entry "Promptly Potter Chapter Titles Day 3"

Review by ♥HOOves♥

In affiliation with SIMPLY POSITIVE GROUP

Rated: ASR | N/A (Review only item.)

This is a lovely image for me from Lizco252!

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HAPPY WDC ACCOUNT ANNIVERSARY FROM "Anniversary Reviews ~ Summer Break"

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

I saw that you had added to your Harry Potter prompt journal deal, so here I am to read and send a review.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

Do you still have your diaries from when you were young? I don't know what happened to mine.

I didn't write much except I love so and so, he's so dreamy. I used to write that about famous singers and actors, mainly John Lennon and then Dustin Hoffman. I don't remember throwing them out, but I don't remember ever reading through them either.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

Anything online is not a secret anymore.

Well, that works so that you are informed about people too. My niece's sister-in-law did something very awful and dishonest when my niece was missing and then after it turned out she had died. Everyone in the world knew about that who knew her. I didn't ever go to facebook (I look at Phoebe's page now to make sure she is okay) before the past couple of years, but someone copied me on the stuff this (no-ex) family member was up to. Karma is in the process of fixing her wagon.

I would never join any site, but this one and Amazon for buying stuff. But it's not like anything is really secret anymore anywhere.

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read. If I send a review, it means I enjoyed my reading experience enough to let you know it. I look at a review as my reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

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#4322093

Review of PINK FLUFFY ARCHIVES

Review by ♥HOOves♥

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Rated: E

| (5.0)

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What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

I was tagged. Mention me and I charge over if I am awake and MOOving.

Yesterday, it was funny. Mr. Hooves (who is rarely here and was not here from 2007 - 2017) logged in and yelled at me why did I tag him. I said, I didn't tag you, what's up. Well, he looked closer and I tagged him in 2014. How the heck am I supposed to remember why. I tagged him in an item and said something cryptic like he knows why. Well, who knows what that's about, eh? Fun with tagging over the years story is over.

I can hear the sigh of relief from here.

Well, here I am to rate and remoo.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

This is timely, I think I will go through and read these all. I have read some and they are delightful - all the ones I have read.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

Great work with this - timely and encouraging for writers I think. Well, that's the point and you certainly got us writing and creating.

That is what contests are supposed to do (as opposed to just being about raising funds for tycoons, but that's another story)

I might delete my poem as I put it in a journal, but I won't do it yet. Quite a few of us do that and it is not tantrum over not placing, but making way for other members of the herd of writing items. When I get over 250 items (and I'm about at 248 or something) I start deleting when I add. But I put the poems in my journals.

Well, too much information Hooves.

This was a fun contest that produced a lot of great reading. Can't do much better than that, my friend.

You have done first class work here, plus you have given me a wide open reading list for my pasture.

Well done.

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or contests or fundraising or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read. If I send a review, it means I enjoyed my reading experience enough to let you know it. I look at a review as my reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

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#4321620

Review of My World Of Hopes, Dreams, Fantasies

for entry "Promptly Potter Chapter Titles Day 2"

Review by ♥HOOves♥

In affiliation with SIMPLY POSITIVE GROUP

Rated: ASR | N/A (Review only item.)

created by marphilhearts & gifted by siscok

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HAPPY WDC ACCOUNT ANNIVERSARY FROM "Anniversary Reviews ~ Summer Break"

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

You sent me a nice email, letting me know and at the same time this Blog went to the top of my favorites. So, here I am to read and send a review.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

Lisa had a hard life but those around her worked to make things better. Sometimes, the people who truly care are not even family for people who have so-called big families. Sometimes a family can be the ones who are giving the bad experiences in life, too.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

I liked that Lisa learned how hard life could be. So, she went on to make things nice for those around her. That is a part of the Pay It Forward spirit or movement. It is making things nicer for other people.

There is a lot of movement on this site to grab credit and for people to give to themselves. Well, I know that is not what you are about. You are all about paying it forward and having things be nice for others. You are a bright light in the forest for the other kind hearts to follow.

You are a shining star.

The selfish people around will always try and step on others, but then there are those who lift others up. Bless your heart for all that you do out of the goodness in your heart and soul.

The truth always comes out sooner or later, doesn't it.

But, Lisa knew the secret to true happiness, didn't she.

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read. If I send a review, it means I enjoyed my reading experience enough to let you know it. I look at a review as my reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

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#4321608

Review of My World Of Hopes, Dreams, Fantasies

for entry "Promptly Potter Chapter Titles Day 1 "

Review by ♥HOOves♥

In affiliation with SIMPLY POSITIVE GROUP

Rated: ASR | N/A (Review only item.)

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HAPPY WDC ACCOUNT ANNIVERSARY FROM "Anniversary Reviews ~ Summer Break"

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

I saw that you had added to this, so here I am. What is this challenge about - writing about Harry Potter to prompts? Sounds intriguing.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

I think that Harry should think when he loses his temper. I didn't realize I had that in common with Harry Potter.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

Thinking things through is always a good lesson to learn, as well as foreseeing the consequences of behavior over time. Well, that's what makes us human and sometimes wizards, I guess.

I commissioned a Harry Potter badge that should be ready soon. You should be able to give it out as you are level 14 in Movie Lovers. Well, I hope it works right.

The badge is called "Hedwig & Harry" after the white owl. I love that white owl the best of all the characters that I know in the story.

Great entry, as always, Megan!

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read. If I send a review, it means I enjoyed my reading experience enough to let you know it. I look at a review as my reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

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Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

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#4319667

Review of Lawn duty

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Rated: E

| (5.0)

Based on a television series on BBC/Netflix

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What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

I am the judge for today in "The Writer's Cramp"

. Thanks for entering!

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

I thought that you did a fine job with evoking memories of lawn duty over the years. I was reminded of my own Dad and how long and tirelessly he worked on his own lawn and my mother's flowers. It was truly a labor of love with him.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

This was my favorite part:

"The vague whiff of a thunderstorm seemed almost menacing
But the fragrance of my childhood ran by like a rushing stream."

That is very eloquent and reminds me of the memories that flow back at times. Well done. You have definitely written with the spirit of Sophie's prompt in mind.

Way to go!

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

Ruminating Random Thoughts

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read and the judge for today in "The Writer's Cramp" . I look at a review as my personal and unique reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

This site is open to all sorts of writers and reviewers. I like to keep an open mind about reading and reviewing. My own personal preference for reviews is that they be concise and more about the writing than the knowledge (or lack thereof) of the reader.

My goal is to encourage you to continue your writing adventures. You are the ultimate judge as to whether I have been successful in that endeavor.

Be true to yourself and you can't go wrong. Over the many years I have been here, I have finally learned to be myself and let the cow chips fall where they may.

Either way, I enjoyed my visit with you immensely.

Rumination Termination

Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

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#4319664

Review of of waffles and maple syrup

Review by ♥HOOves♥

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Rated: E

| (4.5)

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What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

I am the judge for today in "The Writer's Cramp"

. Thanks for entering!

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

I thought about how when I was young and scared of the world, sometimes it was things like the smell of waffles that reminded me (in a comforting way) of home.

It is natural to hold on to those things as we go through life, I think. Sometimes, the small things are more important than the big events.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

This was my favorite part:

"in a blue dress,
the smell of waffles and maple syrup
drifting from my hair all day
with the promise of home again."

Sometimes, when bullies would strike that promise of home again was very comforting, indeed. It's even comforting to me today when bullies strike here as they periodically do.

Fine work!

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

Ruminating Random Thoughts

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read and the judge for today in "The Writer's Cramp" . I look at a review as my personal and unique reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

This site is open to all sorts of writers and reviewers. I like to keep an open mind about reading and reviewing. My own personal preference for reviews is that they be concise and more about the writing than the knowledge (or lack thereof) of the reader.

My goal is to encourage you to continue your writing adventures. You are the ultimate judge as to whether I have been successful in that endeavor.

Either way, I enjoyed my visit with you immensely.

Rumination Termination

Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

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#4319646

Review of Megan's Blog City Journal

for entry "Shame, Trigger, Anger"

Review by ♥HOOves♥

In affiliation with SIMPLY POSITIVE GROUP

Rated: ASR

| (5.0)

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What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

I saw you had added to this since I was here last week and I came to read and send a review.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

I think that shame and embarrassment can lead to anger at times so I agree with you.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

That is scary about what these people have done that you work with. Hopefully, they are medicated and under control and safety procedures will work. That would scare me a lot so I think you are very brave in trying to help them cope with the world.

Thanks for sharing this, Megan!

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read. If I send a review, it means I enjoyed my reading experience enough to let you know it. I look at a review as my reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

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#4317263

Review of The Gold Rush

Review by ♥HOOves♥

In affiliation with Paying It Forward

Rated: 18+

| (4.5)

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

I gave the prompt in The Writer's Cramp. I was curious to see what you all would do with it, even though I was not the judge.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

This is a very imaginative Sci Fi Tale about the consequences of jumping to conclusions. I think they are intergallactic results when that happens.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

I like how you subtly alluded to tax day and how it makes all of us a little crazy and out of sorts to deal with that stuff.

Very imaginative and entertaining! Thanks for entering!

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read. If I send a review, it means I enjoyed my reading experience enough to let you know it. I look at a review as my reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

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Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

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#4317253

Review of City Lights

Review by ♥HOOves♥

In affiliation with Paying It Forward

Rated: ASR

| (5.0)

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

I gave the prompt for this in "The Writer's Cramp"

and was curious to read the entries! Thank you so much for entering! I was not the judge, but just an interested reader.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

This is very profound and eloquent. You have taken the title and worked your poetic magic with it. We all go through things in life that will lead us to identify with these well written words. I don't think anyone gets to middle age without wandering this way, at least for a time.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

I thought it was all brilliant, especially this part:

"I cannot get home, there isn't a door left I haven't tried,
its perhaps, to be caught between the folds, in the thick white cloth that ties the blood with the
sea,
the rush of dead things,
the beautiful is always buried here
in the soft curve of the night - "

It's kind of amazing that the movie, City Lights, moved me in a similar way. The ending did, anyway. Well, this is quite something and I am so impressed with how you took the title and made it your own.

Bravo and congratulations on your win!

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read. If I send a review, it means I enjoyed my reading experience enough to let you know it. I look at a review as my reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

You are the ultimate judge on the review, in my opinion. I hope it was helpful, or at least encouraging and maybe a little entertaining.

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Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

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#4317249

Review of The Gold Rush

Review by ♥HOOves♥

In affiliation with Paying It Forward

Rated: ASR

| (5.0)

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

I gave the prompt for this in "The Writer's Cramp"

over the weekend. I was not the judge, but I wanted to read the entries as much as possible. I like that you picked this title and drew that comparison with California.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

I thought about how it wouldn't be the first time that politicians built everything on a falsehood. Not by a long shot.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

I like the First Secretary and her boldness and confidence. Of course they are more than willing to go along with her plan and take credit for it and blame her. She seems like she's smart enough to find a way to twist it around on them if things don't pan out.

Well, it's tax day and politicians make up things. That is a good thing to remember whilst filing one's taxes, I guess.

Nice work with the prompt - I enjoyed reading it.

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read. If I send a review, it means I enjoyed my reading experience enough to let you know it. I look at a review as my reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

You are the ultimate judge on whether my review has been helpful or entertaining. I enjoyed my reading in your portfolio, either way.

Happy Tax Day!

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Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

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#4317246

Review of Countess From Hong Kong

Review by ♥HOOves♥

In affiliation with Paying It Forward

Rated: E | N/A (Review only item.)

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

I gave the prompt for this in "The Writer's Cramp"

. I wasn't the judge, but I thought I would come and read what you had written in response to my prompt!

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

How imaginative a tale you have woven about the lovely, Shunlee! I think in the movie, the Countess was played by Sophia Loren. I was imagining her as I read. Chinlu sounds awesome, too.

It sounds like something right out of a Chaplin fantasy movie!

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

I loved this part at the end:

"Shunlee's land is called Everdorn and she welcomes all good people.
She helps those in need and will shift for those who love dragons. Come
visit Everdorn, meet the Countess and her husband, dragons, pandas.
You will be glad you did. Just ask Charlie Chaplin! He was there once."

I can imagine the Little Tramp being there and getting his idea for the movie. Love the notion of the two pandas, also!

Very imaginative, Megan! Loved what you did with the prompt title!

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read. If I send a review, it means I enjoyed my reading experience enough to let you know it. I look at a review as my reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

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Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

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#4317244

Review of Modern Times

Review by ♥HOOves♥

In affiliation with Paying It Forward

Rated: E

| (5.0)

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

I gave the prompt that you wrote this for so I thought I would come and read. I was not the judge for it, but I am an interested reader.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

This poem is wonderful. The title is one of my favorite movies ever, which is about life in The Depression era of the 1930's. It ends with that song, "Smile" that Charlie Chaplin wrote. I think you have captured something moving and amazing about those times and the current times we live in now.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

This was my favorite part:

"Humanity moves forward
carried by the tides of history
and political,
national,
spiritual,
individual,
planetary,
or religious motives."

The more everything changes, the more we stay the same and repeat history. I don't think mankind ever learns from past mistakes.

Well done - loved reading this and what you did with the title. Awesome!

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read. If I send a review, it means I enjoyed my reading experience enough to let you know it. I look at a review as my reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

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Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

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#4317239

Review of That Time I Forgot to Pay My Taxes

Review by ♥HOOves♥

In affiliation with SIMPLY POSITIVE GROUP

Rated: E

| (4.5)

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What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

I am the judge for today in "The Writer's Cramp"

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What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

I think that in life things happen for a reason. Your story about forgetting about the taxes was a good lesson in this. What seems terrible one day can seem a bit brighter in context. I like the way you show that.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

You make going for a nice walk sound better than having a new car, that's for sure. And it costs nothing, but having the ability to appreciate the world around us. I am not one who approves of last minute things, but in this case it all worked out the way it was supposed to.

Messing with Uncle Sam turned out okay for John. It probably wouldn't go that way for most of us. But I still am in the camp that resents paying MOOla to Washington to have it wasted by a bunch of do-nothing, always on vacation Congressguys and gals. Well, it's tax day and I am grumpy. lol

I like your twisted little tale. Nice work for The Writer's Cramp!

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

Ruminating Random Thoughts

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read and the judge for today in "The Writer's Cramp" . I look at a review as my personal and unique reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

This site is open to all sorts of writers and reviewers. I like to keep an open mind about reading and reviewing. My own personal preference for reviews is that they be concise and more about the writing than the knowledge (or lack thereof) of the reader.

My goal is to encourage you to continue your writing adventures. You are the ultimate judge as to whether I have been successful in that endeavor.

Either way, I enjoyed my visit with you immensely.

Rumination Termination

Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

"Avoiding Toothless Rabid Bullies & Such"

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#4317217

Review of The Point of Writing

Review by ♥HOOves♥

In affiliation with Paying It Forward

Rated: E

| (4.5)

Welcome to WDC from "Newbie Welcome Wagon" !

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

You sent me a nice review recently, so here I am to read and send a review.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

This reminded me of some discussions I have had with someone I went to school with a long time ago. She got a lot of books about writing and how to write. I just write what's in my head.

I think that the writing is original to me, but it is also an collection of all I have learned in the many years I have been alive. So, it is original and it isn't. If I let myself get too overwhelmed (like she has done) about studying how to write, I would never actually write anything.

Over the years she has written nothing and I have written boxes and boxes of things.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

I think each person is different. J.K. Rowling was turned down 27 times when she tried to submit Harry Potter to publishers. She was given all sorts of excuses. That is a modern thing that I can't imagine a world without Harry Potter.

So, maybe it is totally original, or a combination of things and her imagination. It is our imaginations that make us unique or special I think.

Well, it is a lot to think about. The thing about writing is that you have to do it in order to improve at it. I don't think that comes from just reading and studying.

That's just my two cents. This made me stop and think and in my barn, that's always a good thing.

Nice work!

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read. If I send a review, it means I enjoyed my reading experience enough to let you know it. I look at a review as my reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

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#4317212

Review of Megan's Blog City Journal

for entry "Struggle, Progress"

Review by ♥HOOves♥

In affiliation with Paying It Forward

Rated: ASR

| (5.0)

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

I saw that you had added to your Blog City Journal and came to read.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

I think a lot of times we struggle and work hard and the actual work is the thing that matters more than what we are aiming for. I could be here every day and have done that for years and years. Well, then I take some breaks and it is no different even though time has passed.

So, what was I here for every day? I was here because I enjoyed being here and that should have been the end goal in itself.

Do what we like to do or else find a way to do other things that we do like. So, I am trying my best to focus on what I do like when I am here, to be more productive and efficient in my reviewing.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

I try to do what I can and enjoy things. I think that is a good goal to have. Things mean more if we work and struggle for them. But, if it is too much of a struggle so that it is miserable than something has got to change.

Well, that's what I think, anyway. Interesting food for thought there.

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read. If I send a review, it means I enjoyed my reading experience enough to let you know it. I look at a review as my reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

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#4316521

Review of Tax Evader

Review by ♥HOOves♥

In affiliation with SIMPLY POSITIVE GROUP

Rated: E

| (4.5)

A Review from "Simply Positive Review Forum " !

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

I am the judge for today in "The Writer's Cramp"

. Thanks for entering!

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

The IRS is a scary bunch to mess with. This guy, Harry, really needed to think about things here. He took too many chances with these jokers.

Your rhyme is good and your poem flows well.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

This was my favorite part:

"Avoiding taxes only leads to trouble
Pay them on time or your problems will double."

Only really naive people mess with the IRS, I think. Of course there are those who mess with everyone in authority, but the IRS is kind of different because they just don't care about anything except their mission.

Good poem!

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

Ruminating Random Thoughts

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read and the judge for today in "The Writer's Cramp" . I look at a review as my personal and unique reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

This site is open to all sorts of writers and reviewers. I like to keep an open mind about reading and reviewing. My own personal preference for reviews is that they be concise and more about the writing than the knowledge (or lack thereof) of the reader.

My goal is to encourage you to continue your writing adventures. You are the ultimate judge as to whether I have been successful in that endeavor.

Either way, I enjoyed my visit with you immensely.

Rumination Termination

Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

"Avoiding Toothless Rabid Bullies & Such"

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#4316520

Review of Less Than a Week

Review by ♥HOOves♥

In affiliation with SIMPLY POSITIVE GROUP

Rated: E

| (4.5)

A Review from "Simply Positive Review Forum " !

HAPPY WDC ACCOUNT ANNIVERSARY FROM "Anniversary Reviews ~ Summer Break"

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

I am the judge for today in "The Writer's Cramp"

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What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

The protagonist is a somewhat hapless (and clueless) character named Douglas, who works for the IRS. Ironically, he pushes the envelope when it comes to organizing information to do his taxes. He does in April what I do mid February.

He has an issue about what States to file in. Well, whatever, he should take no chances. It sounds like with his luck he will owe everywhere, plus penalties.

I like your title as it refers to the looming deadline that is self-inflicted after all. It is funny that he has no clue what the actual deadline is, especially since he works at the IRS.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

I think that Douglas waits until the last minute then rushes around. I know a lot of people like this who push things off then expect everyone in the world to accommodate their self-created emergency. Why not just do things in plenty of time, but that would be less of an attention seeking course of action, I guess.

I think he needs to have an accountant so he can organize his information and give it to the accountant. That way, he will have it done at the beginning of March and not have to worry about all this stuff. But, he even gets a speeding ticket so I think that he is someone who enjoys making excuses.

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

Ruminating Random Thoughts

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read and the judge for today in "The Writer's Cramp" . I look at a review as my personal and unique reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

This site is open to all sorts of writers and reviewers. I like to keep an open mind about reading and reviewing. My own personal preference for reviews is that they be concise and more about the writing than the knowledge (or lack thereof) of the reader.

My goal is to encourage you to continue your writing adventures. You are the ultimate judge as to whether I have been successful in that endeavor.

Either way, I enjoyed my visit with you immensely.

Rumination Termination

Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

"Avoiding Toothless Rabid Bullies & Such"

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#4316464

Review of Jane Austen Newsletter April 2017

Review by ♥HOOves♥

In affiliation with SIMPLY POSITIVE GROUP

Rated: E | N/A (Review only item.)

A Review from "Simply Positive Review Forum " !

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

You sent me a link for the awesome newsletter! I am glad you decided to do it!

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

Bath sounds like it has a lot going on there. She is probably one of the biggest reasons that tourists go to England to visit. So, it sounds about right that there would be touristy stuff in her home town.

A museum would not surprise me.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

The thing about her not being married is if she had been she probably wouldn't have been accepted as an author in those times. So, she really did have a wonderful life that wasn't like everyone else's. If she had been married, the husband would have been the boss back then and really she was so much smarter than most men of any age.

I wish she had lived longer to write more, but it is what it is I guess.

Another great newsletter - thanks for sending me the link!

Happy Easter!

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read. If I send a review, it means I enjoyed my reading experience enough to let you know it. I look at a review as my reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

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#4315479

Review of The Attack of the Hummies

Review by ♥HOOves♥

In affiliation with Paying It Forward

Rated: E

| (4.5)

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

I am the judge for today in "The Writer's Cramp"

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What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

I think that the crows and squirrels are ones who like everything for themselves. You have captured their essence poetically. Neither of their kinds are much for sharing.

But, maybe the hummingbirds are smarter in the end, waiting for just the right time.

The poem flowed well and the rhyming was true all the way through.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

I especially liked how you concluded your saga:

"They chased the crows through the sky
cause hummies couldn't let them get by
the ruby throated leader
protected their feeder
and sent those black birds bye bye."

I guess you have to have patience if you want to see justice served up.

Very entertaining poem you have crafted and deftly used all the prompt words, too! Well done!

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

Ruminating Random Thoughts

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read and the judge for today in "The Writer's Cramp" . I look at a review as my personal and unique reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

This site is open to all sorts of writers and reviewers. I like to keep an open mind about reading and reviewing. My own personal preference for reviews is that they be concise and more about the writing than the knowledge (or lack thereof) of the reader.

My primary goal is to encourage you to continue your writing adventures. I hope to not lose sight of that in my reading. You are the ultimate judge as to whether I have been successful in that endeavor. I also hope that a review will lead to more readers. That is my dream, anyway. Hope it happens!

Either way, I enjoyed my visit with you immensely.

Rumination Termination

Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

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#4315478

Review of Absurdities

Review by ♥HOOves♥

In affiliation with Paying It Forward

Rated: 13+

| (4.5)

Something to do with a favorite Television Series on BBC/Netflix

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

I am the judge for today in "The Writer's Cramp"

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What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

I think we all have regrets if we live long enough. We all waste time on people that we wish we could have back. It's just the nature of living and making errors in judgment. The thing is hopefully we learn from our mistakes.

I saw one minor typo in the 6th line down.

You have this:

"crash through the"

I think "the" could be changed to "and" to have it make more sense with the prompt words.

That is a small typo, which is no big deal when we talk Writer's Cramp. You wrote a wonderful poem that had a lot of meaning so you should be proud.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

We all have our regrets about things. This is a poem that captures the sense of looking back and wishing different choices were made. Plus, getting it out into writing always is helpful, at least initially. I certainly can identify with it and the sort of mixed feelings that ensue. I am having a lot of mixed feelings over people's horrific behavior on this website right now. Well, things happen and then they blow over I guess.

Sometimes, we realize things quicker than other times.

Fine poem and you used the word prompts well.

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

Ruminating Random Thoughts

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read and the judge for today in "The Writer's Cramp" . I look at a review as my personal and unique reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

This site is open to all sorts of writers and reviewers. I like to keep an open mind about reading and reviewing. My own personal preference for reviews is that they be concise and more about the writing than the knowledge (or lack thereof) of the reader.

My goal is to encourage you to continue your writing adventures. You are the ultimate judge as to whether I have been successful in that endeavor. I hope others see this review and come to read your poem. I think they will enjoy their time reading in your portfolio, as I always do.

Either way, I enjoyed my visit with you immensely.

Rumination Termination

Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

"Avoiding Toothless Rabid Bullies & Such"

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#4315454

Review of Megan's Blog City Journal

for entry "Scrapbooking, Writing, Community Figure"

Review by ♥HOOves♥

In affiliation with Paying It Forward

Rated: ASR

| (5.0)

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

i saw that you had added here.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

You did a great job helping that lady. It must feel so good to do that. I know, with my mother, we appreciated so much everyone who was kind to her. It really made a tremendous difference. Sometimes it is easy to get caught up with who didn't do things. But it is good to appreciate those who help.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

I like the idea of the scrapbooking. My youngest niece (her sister is the one who died in 2011) is coming to see me. I am going to try and organize something like a scrapbook to give her some pictures I have of the family. I have my copies and my mothers. Well, it will probably be more of a picture type album than a scrapbook, but hopefully it will mean something to her as it means a lot to me to do it.

I think that is so nice to remember and cherish those memories. Mr. hooves always barks at me "Why do you keep all that stuff?" then he's glad I did, looking back now that our memories aren't the greatest. The old concert tickets and travel souvenirs remind us of some great times.

Scrapbooking is an awesome way to do it if I ever get organized.

The nun and the firemen sounds awesome!

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read. If I send a review, it means I enjoyed my reading experience enough to let you know it. I look at a review as my reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

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#4315452

Review of Invisible

Review by ♥HOOves♥

In affiliation with SIMPLY POSITIVE GROUP

Rated: ASR

| (5.0)

A Review from "Simply Positive Review Forum " !

HAPPY WDC ACCOUNT ANNIVERSARY FROM "Anniversary Reviews ~ Summer Break"

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

You sent me a very nice review, so I am meandering over to your portfolio to read your all dialogue short story!

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

I think this guy needs to broaden his horizons. But, I think I have seen him out and about.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

Well, no one ever really thinks the problem is with them, do they? It is always with others. It is only when we realize that we have an issue and forget about the rest of the herd that we can truly make our way into something positive.

I think this guy has a long way to go and the mirror is probably sick of him.

Very entertaining conversation that I can imagine happening on quite a few levels.

Nice work!

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read. If I send a review, it means I enjoyed my reading experience enough to let you know it. I look at a review as my reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

I try to review so that you will know what I liked and enjoyed since that is unique to me. I also hope others will read my review and come read your work. That would be a nice thing to have happen in any event.

Pleasure visiting you, as always!

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Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

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#4314962

Review of Romance wasn't Dead, But It Might Be Now

Review by ♥HOOves♥

In affiliation with SIMPLY POSITIVE GROUP

Rated: 18+

| (4.5)

A Review from "Simply Positive Review Forum " !

HAPPY WDC ACCOUNT ANNIVERSARY FROM "Anniversary Reviews ~ Summer Break"

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

I am the judge for today in "The Writer's Cramp"

. Thanks for entering!

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

A police woman comes home to find she has a thoughtful intruder, as per the prompt. This intruder, a former love, has a little too much in the way of thoughtful remembering in store for the main protagonist, Marci.

I absolutely love the title, which hooks me in as a reader. People sometimes lose site of how important a title and item description are. The line is crossed from thoughtful to weirdly scary, once the reading commences.

I think it is about stalking by over playing one's romantic hand. That is a very interesting thing to explore. I had a friend try to tell me what to put in my portfolio here in a way that told me she was watching every move I made. So, a friend turned into a weirdly controlling stalker there in the blink of an eye. This reminded me of that recent unfortunate happening.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

I like that Marci is armed, yet holding it in. She is very controlled under the circumstances. After all is said and done this is a battle for control in Marci's own environment. No one can force her to celebrate an anniversary unless she allows it to happen. But, the question is and open question as to how far will she go to stop it. At the end, you leave it open for the reader to imagine, which is always a good way to go.

Nicely told.

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

Ruminating Random Thoughts

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read and the judge for today in "The Writer's Cramp" . I look at a review as my personal and unique reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

This site is open to all sorts of writers and reviewers. I like to keep an open mind about reading and reviewing. My own personal preference for reviews is that they be concise and more about the writing than the knowledge (or lack thereof) of the reader.

I like to read reviews that lead me to read the writing that is being reviewed. To me, that is the ultimate goal to promote the work of fine authors here, like yourself.

My goal is to encourage you to continue your writing adventures. You are the ultimate judge as to whether I have been successful in that endeavor.

Either way, I enjoyed my visit with you immensely.

Rumination Termination

Ta Ta until we meet again in another place and time....

"Avoiding Toothless Rabid Bullies & Such"

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#4314945

Review of No Good Deed Goes Unpunished

Review by ♥HOOves♥

In affiliation with SIMPLY POSITIVE GROUP

Rated: 13+

| (5.0)

A Review from "Simply Positive Review Forum " !

What brought Hoovsie meandering in a space time continuum over to your port?

You sent me a very nice review, so here I am to read and send a review for your cautionary tale.

What does hoovsie think about while perusing your item?

I have found what you say about No Good Deed to be very true. Of course, we try and do what we think is right, but there is always a down side no matter what the effort is.

What does hooves moo and applaud about while reading your item?

It is a great thing to keep your sense of humor amid flood and disaster. Not many of us can hang on to it when the you know what hits the fan. But, we try and keep it into perspective. I liked how the description of the place you were cleaning deteriorated with time spent there.

Of course familiarity breeds contempt or something like that. All those sayings come into mind when disaster strikes! I have a big mouth at times, that leads to a lot of unintended consequences. Lately, I'm trying to take my big mouth elsewhere. lol

Great story about "helping" not working out quite the way things were intended.

HOOVES, a.k.a. COWser Soze, a.k.a. tHiNG a.k.a. 4ps

PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT

I am not an expert on poetry or prose or much else. I am certainly not an editor or proof reader, heaven forbid! I am merely a reader who loves to read. If I send a review, it means I enjoyed my reading experience enough to let you know it. I look at a review as my reaction to what I have read and a sharing of what I bring to the table on any given day. Sometimes I don't bring much, but I enjoy my reading adventures either way.

The ultimate goal for my review is to get someone to see your title and my review and think they should read your story. If that happens then it is like a home run. But, thinking about the title, I must extend that to wish for pleasant (and not ignorant) reviews to follow. Well, I will cross fingers and hooves on that score because sometimes, on here, the sense is lacking, if you know what I mean.

Great story!

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