by Quantuman
I usually don't read older men/younger women, but this story was created with the maturity and moral dilemma needed to make it feel real. I look forward to seeing more out of this.
Before my wife died, I used to write poems for her in cards for special occasions (birthday, Christmas, Valentine's Day etc.), so this story made me feel somewhat emotional.
Although my poetry was more than the 'Roses are red. Violets are blue....' type of rhyme, I had neither the imagination, nor the poetic talent that this author displays.
As the author says, "It's easy to be a critic...". So true. We critics should remind ourselves that it takes talent, imagination and no small amount of courage to publish a story and, in a way, to bare one's soul and deepest thoughts, with strangers.
A beautiful story, beautifully written.
5/5
I am a teacher/counselor. I know this story and feel it. I am 62 and nearing the completion of what will be a 41 year career (at least). God knows you have touched me here. Keep it up PLEASE!