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Just surfing through the site... (Reply to this comment)
by sleeper54
...(actually 4-1-1's WoT) and came across your name/picture. Had to see what that animal on your picture was!! (I'm looking for cats...see my user page...:-))
Sorry to see that this essay was apparently your 'swan song' here at epinions. You sound like a great person and a writer I would love to read.
Best of life to you..
sleeper54
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Mar 28 '02
5:59 pm PST
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Right attitude (Reply to this comment)
by JBduckling
towards this, D! I'm truly sorry to read of your pain. Prayers and thoughts....take care, JBD
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Nov 09 '01
10:31 am PST
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Great Job here... (Reply to this comment)
by shanna
Thanks for taking the time to write this heart-felt and great epinion. I will be coming up on my 2nd anniv. in January and can relate to everything you wrote here. Just coming back after a little epinions hiatus and wanted to check up on those on my WOT and alerts list. Glad to see you're still here!
Shanna
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Nov 07 '01
12:37 pm PST
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Diana, (Reply to this comment)
by Lucky47
My heart goes out to you on losing your son, you have your faith to see you through and you know you'll be together again. God Bless...And congrats on 2 years at Epinions, I have always enjoyed your reviews Diana.
Carol ~
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Oct 16 '01
4:20 am PDT
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Just a note to say these are some nice words to hear (Reply to this comment)
by michiman1
Too often we read opinions with the author kicking and screaming over something trivial, this is a refreshing change and loaded with truth. Thanks - Mark -
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Oct 14 '01
8:40 pm PDT
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The things that make us stay (Reply to this comment)
by jrk
Although time is a great healer, I know from experience that anniversaries tend to open old wounds. My heart goes out to you during this difficult time of year. Your kindness and strength of spirit shine through here though, despite your pain.
You are far more forgiving than I in terms of what the site has gradually become (over the past year especially). I tend to gripe a lot. But your reflections here mirror my reasons for sticking around for nearly two years, too.
Like you, I am grateful to Epinions for the boost of confidence it has afforded me. Prior to writing book reviews here, it would never have occurred to me that I might be able to have my reviews published. But with all the supportive comments and feedback I received from members here, I dared to approach a newspaper with my idea for a book review column, and I am now not only a columnist, but also a copy editor for the newspaper. Epinions may not be entirely responsible for my new status, but it sure helped. For that, and for all the wonderful people I've met here, I'll always be grateful.
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Oct 14 '01
2:04 pm PDT
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Congratulations!!!! (Reply to this comment)
by rfish
I too have been around for almost 2 years and the site has indeed changed. It's been a fun ride. Best of Everything!
Ralph
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Oct 14 '01
11:38 am PDT
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Wonderful Reflections (Reply to this comment)
by LEDOMAINE
Ah, the stuff a strong, productive life is made of! Diana, thanks for sharing your heart and thoughts with us. As a mother, I grieve with you over the void that must remain when we've lost a child. As a fellow writer and Epinionator, I congratulate you (though late!) on your second anniversary. May we share many more such poignant, yet rewarding, years.
Take care, God bless, and stay strong.
Rouchelle
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Oct 13 '01
11:12 pm PDT
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This is (Reply to this comment)
by Suzer
a beautifully written and touching review. I am saddened to hear of the son you lost. That must have been so hard, and the reminder each year. . .
I thoroughly enjoy epinions and have found it of much benefit also. Thanks for a great review and sharing a part of yourself.
Suzi
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Oct 13 '01
9:21 am PDT
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Thank you... (Reply to this comment)
by mkp51
...for your steadfast contributions to Epinions. For a long time, you've been one of my favorite writers at Epinions. Congrats on your 2-year anniversary.
Mike (mkp51)
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Oct 13 '01
7:47 am PDT
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God Bless you... (Reply to this comment)
by gaelkm
...and thank YOU, Diana...
Warm Regards,
~Gael (gaelkm)
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Oct 11 '01
8:01 pm PDT
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I like that "Oldie Moldie" . . . (Reply to this comment)
by ed_grover
comment. I fit in there, too. My sympathy on your loss. Thank you for being around when I though no one was ever going to read my stuff. How nice that you are writing for publication. I remember 12 years ago when I started typing my first piece with unsure fingers. I recently re-read it and it wasn't that bad.
Again, thanks for helping to make Epinions a positive experience. Here's a toast to many more years of creativity for you . . . and all of us.
Ed
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Oct 11 '01
8:48 am PDT
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This is what makes Epinions work!! (Reply to this comment)
by jcrismon
People like you and so many others, who have touched our lives, lifted our spirits, encouraged us when we were down, made us laugh and cry. It is like an extended family. Thanks for your wonderful contributions!
Jennifer
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Oct 09 '01
9:50 pm PDT
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i agree (Reply to this comment)
by ahlstromomy
I love what you wrote about judging others. I feel so strongly that people can be too quick to judge one another.I can understand why this must be a tough month for you. I'll put you in my prayers.
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Oct 09 '01
7:34 pm PDT
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Re: I also - (Reply to this comment)
by djgeiger
Lets see, your anniversary date is Jan 17 '00. I have a review to thank for the great coffee maker I ended up buying. Many other purchases also but my coffee maker is a very close friend of mine. I have also avoided many purchasing mistakes by coming to Epinions first! Thank you for reading and commenting.
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Oct 09 '01
7:19 pm PDT
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Re: Perhaps Your Son Was Needed In Heaven... (Reply to this comment)
by djgeiger
My faith too gives me the faith to know that I will be with him again someday. Faith is such a wonderful blessing! The veil is very thin, and I feel him near to me. Heck, you and I live so close we ought to get together sometime! Thank you for your kindness.
Diana
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Oct 09 '01
7:16 pm PDT
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Re: Just wanted to say... (Reply to this comment)
by djgeiger
Shantel, I think I will keep on keeping on for a very long time! Thank you for your kind words! I have always enjoyed your reviews a great deal too!
Diana
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Oct 09 '01
7:10 pm PDT
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Re: Beautiful! (Reply to this comment)
by djgeiger
Lorace. Losses of loved ones is always difficult. I feel my son very close to me though I do look forward to the day when we are together again.
I think one of my few gripes about Epinions is the lack of encouragement we offer new members. How many times I have seen a NR slapped on a brand new members review. I wouldn't be encouraged to try again. My first reviews were certainly not stellar! Thank you for reading and commenting.
Diana
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Oct 09 '01
7:08 pm PDT
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Re: What a nice contribution... (Reply to this comment)
by djgeiger
Tom,
There isn't to much that isn't positive that I could say about Epinions. Sure there is site problems. There internet and marketing on the internet is so new. I personally think management has done a pretty decent job. Thank you for reading and commenting.
Diana
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Oct 09 '01
7:04 pm PDT
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Re: Thank you for sharing (Reply to this comment)
by djgeiger
Di, thank you. Many times I have drawn strength from my wonderful friends at Epinions. What a sampling of the very best amongst the human population! Thank you for reading and the nice comment.
Diana
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Oct 09 '01
6:57 pm PDT
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Boy, you have said it all! (Reply to this comment)
by gjgjr
I have just read this review and I don't think anyone could have put it any better. That is what Epinions is all about. I know you will keep coming back for a long time.
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Oct 09 '01
6:55 pm PDT
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Re: My heart is with you. (Reply to this comment)
by djgeiger
Maryanne, thank you. Hug your precious son for me. So many teens and young people today are convinced they are immortal. It saddens me greatly when I see them take such awful chances. Thank you so much. I have enjoyed your reviews and your delightful personality for a long time. Here's to many more years at Epinions! (Did I just say that?) lol
Diana
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Oct 09 '01
6:54 pm PDT
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Re: Hmm... (Reply to this comment)
by djgeiger
Thank you for your kind words, but patience reading your reviews? You can write circles around me as can many others in this wonderful Epinions community. I've just got spunk! lol
Thank you for reading and the kind comment.
Diana
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Oct 09 '01
6:51 pm PDT
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Re: I'm so sorry (Reply to this comment)
by djgeiger
Thank you. My son and I were pretty special friends. He taught me so much about life and how precious it is. Yes, time does fly. Frighteningly so!
Thank you for read, and the lovely comment.
Diana
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Oct 09 '01
6:47 pm PDT
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Re: :) (Reply to this comment)
by djgeiger
Jen, wonderful memories. Pretty special place to be. I don't write as much as I use to simply because I write all the time and just can't seem to get the motivation. One day soon maybe I will learn to organize my time a little better. Thanks for reading and for your nice comment!
Diana
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Oct 09 '01
6:45 pm PDT
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:) (Reply to this comment)
by CJsMommy
Congratulations on two years here! Amazing that we have been doing this for so long, isn't it? And they are still paying us! Very nice memories. Here's to 2 more, right?
Jen
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Oct 09 '01
6:17 pm PDT
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I'm so sorry (Reply to this comment)
by kamel622
...about the loss of your son...there is no greater pain than to lose a child.
I admire your strength and ability to share with us. My Prayers are with you, and your family at this difficult time of year.
Happy 2nd Anniversary...my, my, my, time does fly when we are having fun, doesn't it?
Keep up the great writing......kath
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Oct 09 '01
4:48 pm PDT
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Hmm... (Reply to this comment)
by Andrew_Lim
I'm saddened to hear about the loss of your son...but Death comes to even the best of us. But as we grief, I know that Love will stand the test of time...
Congrats on your 2nd anniversary here! I've enjoyed reading from you and greatly appreciate your patience when reading mine. Thanks so much for everything. Take care and God bless...
Andrew
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Oct 09 '01
3:52 pm PDT
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My heart is with you. (Reply to this comment)
by frazzledspice
I'm glad that Epinions has been a positive experience which has given you self-confidence and the opportunity to write professionally elsewhere. I am so sorry about your son. I have a son who is just about the same age (23.)
Maryanne
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Oct 09 '01
2:29 pm PDT
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Thank you for sharing (Reply to this comment)
by SurgRN911
We have all probably cried and laughed over Epinion post several times. Some writers lift my spirit, some give me hope, and often one makes me count my many blessings. So here is the case. My heart breaks for you on the loss of your son, and my faith is renewed in the life of Epinions. It is the ability to have someone touch my world through writing I am here, I can not feel your pain, but I can share it, and pray for you, that peace will fill your life. Hang in there, God is watching, and holding you in His Love.
Di
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Oct 09 '01
2:27 pm PDT
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