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Recent Reviews for Sara Coslett

Road Warrior Cries the Blues (Short Story) - 3/27/2008 1:30:42 AM
Sara - This is great for those who fly these days. Why in hell don't the airlines print a quickie flyer with this stuff? It is interesting, even though I don't fly much, anymore. From this, I'm glad I don't Thank you.- Bill

To "Mom's" Family -- With Love (Short Story) - 7/5/2007 1:25:23 PM
Honesty is right. True honest feelings and I am better for having read them also. A great tribute to "Mom" and a great write from you. Thank you for sharing and I'm sorry for your loss. Excellent. Liz

To "Mom's" Family -- With Love (Short Story) - 5/13/2007 12:39:01 PM
I am sorry for your and your husbands loss Sara.....may the Good Lord guide you and your Husband through time to come!! Thanks for sharing this heartfelt piece!! Love Tinka

To "Mom's" Family -- With Love (Short Story) - 5/13/2007 8:10:02 AM
Sara - You ad I have been poetic and online buddies for many months, and I've come to appreciate how you write. From your tribute to "Mom," I recommend your writing at length on subjects with which you feel special connections. I am a better and more spiritual person after having read your work. Although a Christian, I have had to find my own way through all the man-made falderal, and absolutes, therein. Thank you for doing this piece, and in being genuine throughout its telling. Anyone who reads this is bound to be better for it. The word, Honesty," comes to mind... and that's enough for me. -Friend Bill

Life's Comedy - Or How Not to Catch a Snake (Short Story) - 5/22/2006 10:04:10 PM
"Despite our worst efforts, life manages to survive human intervention." =============================================== Sara, this story is priceless. The intro line is perfect, the story flowed beautifully. The ending had me laughing out loud. Thoroughly enjoyed it! Jill

Road Warrior Cries the Blues (Short Story) - 9/10/2005 6:33:23 PM
Oh, I know the feeling in airports I wish they could invent some camera where you don't need to take anything off just pass thru and they see down to the underwear :)

Life's Comedy - Or How Not to Catch a Snake (Short Story) - 6/30/2005 5:41:59 PM
well done

Road Warrior Cries the Blues (Short Story) - 12/18/2004 5:52:53 PM
Solid information surrounded by humor. Gotta love it. Thanks, Sara.

Life's Comedy - Or How Not to Catch a Snake (Short Story) - 12/18/2004 5:48:54 PM
Laughing my butt off, thanks Sara. Um... I mean, Ed. After all, without Ed, there would be no story. Best laugh I've had today. Tami

Life's Comedy - Or How Not to Catch a Snake (Short Story) - 10/20/2004 12:24:35 PM
That was fun to read and the Universe thanks you for saving an innocent life. Awesome work.

Road Warrior Cries the Blues (Short Story) - 10/20/2004 12:21:26 PM
Simplicity is so under-rated anymore. And don't even get me started on the ridiculousness of "fashion boots". Your article was humourous but full of excellent advice.

Road Warrior Cries the Blues (Short Story) - 10/8/2004 7:57:07 AM
Nice to hear from another wise seasoned traveler, and some wonderful advice, Sara. I just wish others would heed it and learn. I got so tired of the constant hassles and delays caused by the people you speak of, I now drive most everywhere; and I'm much happier these days. Truly hope frequent fliers heed your sage advice.

Road Warrior Cries the Blues (Short Story) - 10/8/2004 2:55:29 AM
Hehehehehe...this reminded me when my luggage was over weight...I had to unpack almost 7 pounds of chocolates to reduce the penalty to still another 40 pounds overweight...I had to take all those chocolates as hand luggage...and I had a overload of books already...and the moment I was doe with the security check tha baggy with the chocolates fell and all landed spreaded over the damn floor...I picked it up and the last sa 20 cubes or so ..I just left it on the conveyor and told the staff they could have it. You musta seen the joy on their faces...Everybody just started to laugh and the tention was gone!! Take are Dear one!! Love Tinka

Life's Comedy - Or How Not to Catch a Snake (Short Story) - 8/1/2004 10:33:19 PM
I was going to suggest you send for Ed (Kostro that is) but I see he has already called in! We do have snakes in the UK, Adders, but I have only ever seen one, many years ago, while eight months pregnant, I had a mad urge to climb down a cliff in Whitby to pick wild flowers and I very nearly sat on an adder that was basking in the early morning sun. (We do get sun occasionally!) Jackie <> <

Life's Comedy - Or How Not to Catch a Snake (Short Story) - 8/1/2004 5:40:52 AM
(Note to self, husband is a chicken shit.) Sorry to say, I'd have to agree with you, Sara! A harmless baby garter snake, and your hubby's name is Ed, too - Double Shame! Really enjoyed this; and so glad you weren't afraid of Baby Snake. He probably wanted to help you meditate since snakes are very good at it - sometimes never moving for days - while they think.

Life's Comedy - Or How Not to Catch a Snake (Short Story) - 8/1/2004 12:25:43 AM
Ohhhhh shit thank you for the meditating read.....goodness I laughed so loud I think you could hear me.......OH Saraaaaaa!! Wow it's been quite a while since the last time I had so much fun reading you!! Thank you Sis!! This was just great!! Saving this one for sure!! PST:):) this could be a very good "RESCUE THE SNAKE" article for "GReenPeace"...lol!! Love Tinka

Tax Cuts - A Simple Lesson In Economics (Article) - 9/12/2008 9:40:03 AM
An excellent job on a very interesting topic.

Tax Cuts - A Simple Lesson In Economics (Article) - 9/10/2008 10:23:13 PM
Excellent!

A Letter to Mankind (Article) - 8/16/2008 9:21:06 PM
It is true that Human Beings are stupid. They prepare war, they prepare killing each other, they prepare famine, they prepare innocent children to die, they prepare cancer, and they prepare to poison the world. And because of their beliefs or ideologies - Religion, Science and Politics - they prepare to destroy life. If they can only think deeper, that aside for looking a decent meal, the main purpose of life is nothing more but to enjoy it with fun to the fullest...AOUIE

Plagiarism in an Online Community (Article) - 2/27/2008 8:58:11 AM
I never could understand the concept of desiring to plagerize. How can you possibly consider yourself creative if you don't create? I can't even use a pattern in sewing or crafts because of this. Maybe I'm just too prideful, but I can't stand the idea of using somebody else's ideas-- I do however, enjoy twisting ideas to conform with my own. I'm all about twisting... --Charlie

Tax Cuts - A Simple Lesson In Economics (Article) - 1/31/2008 10:12:58 AM
It is unfortunate, Mrs. Coslett, some people do not wish to be confused with the facts. In any event, thank you for this useful information. It reduces five-hundred pages of tax minutiae down to one page of easily understood words. I have found when detractors complain about our country ... they can never name one country that offers a better system or quality of life. Warm regards ... Reginald V. Johnson

Tax Cuts - A Simple Lesson In Economics (Article) - 10/28/2007 10:58:01 AM
Dr. Kamerschen is NOT the author of this article. http://davidk.myweb.uga.edu/

Tax Cuts - A Simple Lesson In Economics (Article) - 9/27/2007 1:45:09 PM
Well, 3 years late and all I still found this article enlightening. The metaphor really helped me understand. Thanks for sharing. Liz

Ruff Work (Article) - 7/26/2007 5:46:14 PM
I agree. This is a wonderful idea and when considered with the cost of other detection devices cost effective. I volunteer Bob Barker to head the program. He is a stance animal lover. Or Betty White would be great. Either one would see that the animals are treated better than our vets and soldiers are. I have a beagle and I believe he and his breed would be wonderful for the job. They are a small-medium sized and are breed to sniff their prey to ground. Wonderful article and great information. Thanks for sharing. Liz

Ruff Work (Article) - 7/17/2007 6:45:36 AM
Excellent idea. I could see tax rebates for training your dog to do something better than attack strangers and neighborhood kids and pets. Traveling with a dog can be an adventure, especia;lly when there are no doggie rooms at the inn. Saw a guy in a wheelchair (MD?) getting into his van (he drives, like me) yesterday at a hospital with his helper dog on leash. These dogs can be a life saver. But they need care, too. So much so that I decided not to replace my pomeranian after a big dog killed him. Ron

Ruff Work (Article) - 7/16/2007 7:13:22 AM
On the surface, a fine idea, Sara. But having worked for our government, I would never trust it to properly care for our pets. Our valiant veterans are treated most shabbily these days by our government leaders; I can't imagine the horrors man's best friend would be put through. PS It was also our government that ordered people to 'leave behind' their devoted pets in the wake of Hurricane Katrina's massive destruction.

I'm Not All Liberal (Article) - 7/5/2007 1:34:24 PM
I agree that the father's reaction is a little unexpected. But I agree with you that it was a good day when the 500 pound bomb found the serial killer. Psychopaths are psychopaths whether in war time or peace time. Excellent write. Liz

Tax Cuts - A Simple Lesson In Economics (Article) - 4/18/2007 2:01:05 AM
I would say that it's a bit of a crock in how it's presented as it's presented as a clear metaphor that represents stratification in our society due to economic boundaries and economic relationships. However, the entire metaphor is in a big way flawed, because when the HELL would the four poorest folk eat in the same restaurant with the richest one? The four poorest are not allowed in the same restaurants, nor would the richest show up if they were. Hence, the poor do pay in other ways that are not represented here. They are hardly getting the "free ride" implied by this article! I am a Canadian who moved to the UK 7 years go. I will quote a good friend who echoes my thoughts on the Canadian system: "What are taxes supposed to pay for? Let's think about that. They are supposed to fund public institutions, and pay for the construction and maintenance of publicly used spaces like roads and parks, they are supposed to pay the salaries of public servants, etc. etc. In Canada, our taxes go to pay for other social safety-net things like health care and welfare, etc. These funds are not always handled carefully, and while i'll grant that, I don't believe that keeping them in private hands is a better, or more morally justifiable solution. I think that taxes get wasted mostly by people who forget what they are really for... This feels especially fresh as the last job I worked at took huge chunks of my salary for taxes. I *felt* that money gone every paycheque. But I still strongly believe in the need for us to all chip in not just enough to make ends meet, but enough to do a good job for everyone who relies on services that taxes pay for." - Roxanne B I too am happy to pay my taxes and always have been. Although, in the UK, I really do feel my taxes are being pissed mercilessly down a hole. My trust in all public institutions and the whole idea of a government run for the people has been atom-bombed since moving here. When you're put in situation where your government seems to betray and rob you at every turn and claims that it is acting in the name of the under-privileged, suddenly, right-wing politics looks more tempting. I figure some Americans must feel the same. Let's use a real-life UK example to extend this metaphor. A three stop subway journey on the now-private "public transport" system is has now hit 4 pounds (yes, that's 10 dollars CAD / 8 US for a 5-minute ride; and almost double what it was 3 years ago (2.20 - 4.00). Privatization is supposed to encourage the 10th man to stay at the table, and let the natural beauty of "market forces" control pricing, wasted spend. I.e. the capitalist engine keeps the machinery of society lean and fit through healthy competition. B**shit. In fact privitisation specifically, and the type of thinking represented in this article generally, provide and opportunity for the tenth man to extract this $59 BACK from the 4 poorest by fact that they can't get home from the restaurant without paying his extortionate rates for services he privately owns. He, however, can afford a place next door. My tears for you... oh tenth man! Please don't abandon the biggest economy in the world, which lets you trample human rights, environmental laws, and buy yourself enough party lobbyist to legalise murder by proxy! Please don't leave the place that considers you it's ultimate achievement and values your precious capital more than any other noun on the earth! You might have a harder time going somewhere where healthcare is on you, transport is on you, pregnant woman go off work on you, and a myriad other atrocious impositions from YOUR EMPLOYEES trying to get a fraction of the quality of life you take for granted. - Thank you,

Plagiarism in an Online Community (Article) - 8/26/2006 7:29:04 PM
Some people took my songs from my songs site and posted them together with Sandie Shaw's and others. See this link for yourself: http://mp3download.01-mp3search.com/top53-sandie.html However, they have given me the credits for the songs that I have sung, so I think it is okay. Also my story "My Psychic Dream" has been copied together with my name and put into another author's site who is a psychic advisor, and then one of my reviews here in the Den in which I had responded to another author's work regarding how I had escaped death when pinned underneath a car is posted in another's site. However, they have all given me the credit for the work I have done, so I have not said anything. I wonder if it is appropriate because these people have not asked for my permission first, even though they have posted my name along with the my songs and posts. Anyway, most of my work are done instantaneously, i.e. I think, and therefore I write type of style. Sandie May Angel a.k.a. Sandie Angel :o)

Plagiarism in an Online Community (Article) - 8/26/2006 11:46:01 AM
Good article! In fact, I'm seriously considering removing your name and posting it on my website. Just kidding! Lol

Plagiarism in an Online Community (Article) - 8/26/2006 8:14:23 AM
Very interesting and well thought out article! Since plagiarism is a serious thing to accuse someone of, I also applaud you for not naming names. There could actually be other explanations for someone's apparent copying. For example, a writer may have posted somewhere else, perhaps earlier in their writing career, using other pen names. Or maybe the OTHER person is the one that actually plagiarised from the one that's being accused. I also know of at least one AD writer that relies very, VERY heavily on public domain works. Which opens up the liklihood that others may have utilized the same public domain items..not always the best (most honest) thing to do, but probably not illegal. Anyway, I very much respect the way you handled this article by pointing out a potentially serious problem without accusing anyone specifically. Well done. Jill

Plagiarism in an Online Community (Article) - 8/25/2006 8:58:40 PM
Oh Sara, don't be afraid to call a spade a spade!!! Name names !!! ;)

Plagiarism in an Online Community (Article) - 8/25/2006 6:38:37 PM
I have sold thousands of copies of my novels and not one person has ever tried to copy or plagiarize me. Also ... I would challenge anyone to try and copy what I write in the arena of poetry, and try to make it their own. Everything I write is copywritten and we have a powerful lawyer that loves to fillet (to the bone) copycats. I have published music and literature, for many years, there are all kinds of personalities in literature, and also in music. For some reason, these scum do not bother me. Write on ... Richard Lloyd Cederberg

Plagiarism in an Online Community (Article) - 8/25/2006 3:28:02 PM
In my books there is no excuse and they should be named and asked to defend their work in public. If they feel they have the right to plagarize then they should be pointed out. Fee

Plagiarism in an Online Community (Article) - 8/25/2006 2:56:21 PM
Plagiarism runs rampant on the Internet, because it's so easily accomplished in this environment. I've found several of my poems and articles displayed on other websites - supposedly penned by someone else! I think it will only get worse.

Plagiarism in an Online Community (Article) - 8/25/2006 1:42:32 PM
Sara, Thanks for bringing this to our attention. Once a plagerist, always a plagarist. Like the cleverly-crafted Internet hoaxes and more cleverly Internet viruses, plagarism is a violation of copyright law and criminal. This person does not need kindly reminders like a five-year-old. This person needs to be exposed and his/her name posted on the Internet as a warning to the unwary. Ron

I'm Not All Liberal (Article) - 6/12/2006 3:34:33 AM
thought provoking article

I'm Not All Liberal (Article) - 6/11/2006 1:56:38 PM
Sara, your a precious angel..I remembered Nick yesterday and felt a chill go down my spine of how heartless those killers were Zarcowi deserves that 500 pound bomb on his Islamic self!! I will pray for Nicks family today.Thanks for the wake up call. Your a true humanitarian..God bless you Sara.. Peace & Love

I'm Not All Liberal (Article) - 6/11/2006 9:51:25 AM
Interesting and thought provoking and yes I sort of raised an eyebrow when I saw the father's response but who can know what this man has gone through and perhaps his mind has been affected by the loss of his son in a different way then you or I. Not for me to judge I guess. Fee

How Many Terrorists Does it Take... (Article) - 2/23/2005 6:26:48 PM
interesting

How Many Terrorists Does it Take... (Article) - 10/20/2004 8:05:58 PM
Very interesting article. Any invention, as well as it may have been intended, can be turned into a killer. Same holds for the internet. The only positive thought which comes to my mind after reading your article is that all negative energies are auto-destructive. Bad feelings such as hatred and pride are like parasites that feed on psychological merits. An enemy motivated by hatred can harm us, but will destroy itself in the long run. Franz

Circle to Love (Poetry) - 11/21/2009 1:47:20 AM
Dear Sara, I have not read a single line of yours in 6 years. Yet I still read the sadness as was a long time ago. As always everything is well written. I have a feeling you will be happy again. GOD Bless Tony

Circle to Love (Poetry) - 11/15/2009 7:38:54 PM
I am drawn into the "mood" to which your verses have given birth, Sara. Truly compelling poetry. Thank you. Love and best wishes, Regis

Terminating Failure (Poetry) - 10/5/2009 1:41:19 PM
I ache as I read this healing, pasionate work of art. Nothing is beautiful without true passion.... This is beautiful, Sara. -gene.

Terminating Failure (Poetry) - 9/23/2009 4:12:18 AM
Wow! Absolutely beautiful heartfelt write...cleansing for the soul. Anna

Terminating Failure (Poetry) - 9/22/2009 6:50:30 PM
Sara - Understated but more powerful for that, profound and touching. The simplicity of the last line expresses so much more than the literal definition of failure ... sorrow, regret, longing and acceptance of an experience that could not be changed. - David

Terminating Failure (Poetry) - 9/20/2009 4:32:39 PM
Sara, Power, passion, great truth and honesty in this cleansing of the spirit and this reconciliation. The style is wonderful: fluent and intimate, that almost matter-of-fact way that brings the feelings home to the reader and makes them genuine and lasting. Kudos! John

Terminating Failure (Poetry) - 9/20/2009 6:57:13 AM
Wow! this is so emotioanlly, beautifully, powerful-i want to know more!

Terminating Failure (Poetry) - 9/20/2009 6:56:58 AM
deeply rooted emotion seeking forgiveness for past actions that have been reconciled in heaven ...

Terminating Failure (Poetry) - 9/20/2009 5:34:09 AM
Tears running down my face at the POWER in your lines of healing, of forgiveness - undone, Sara, totally undone. Beautifully, lovingly, achingly penned - it took a lot of courage to expose your broken heart - well done. ((((HUGS)))) and love, Karla.

Terminating Failure (Poetry) - 9/20/2009 5:21:20 AM
A Happy New Year to you, Sara! From your words of love and passion, you have not failed your father, or yourself. Your poem had a great effect on me and I will sort it all out in coming days. From this write you will gain more understanding and strength, showing you that events beyond your influence are to be left in the hands of a forgiving power. I believe it is that simple. Love to you and your family. - Bill

Terminating Failure (Poetry) - 9/20/2009 5:01:28 AM
You are a good daughter and speaking as a father, I know your father would be proud of you; I am.

Terminating Failure (Poetry) - 9/20/2009 2:57:05 AM
Your father would be forgiving and have such pride in the woman you are and the words you write...make no mistake about that, Fee

Terminating Failure (Poetry) - 9/19/2009 10:00:24 PM
Beautifully heart-touching... sometimes putting our innermost thoughts down on paper helps the heart to heal. Cryssa

Terminating Failure (Poetry) - 9/19/2009 9:15:20 PM
Sara, this is a very touching and beautiful piece of work.

Among Tears (Poetry) - 9/17/2009 3:33:38 AM
Wonderful ku! Amazing how much was said in so few words! I love this style of poetry. There's another fabulous ku writer in the den...Lori Moore....if you haven't already, you should check out her work..I think you'll love it! Anna

Liquid Skies (Poetry) - 9/17/2009 3:30:44 AM
A blissful work of art, Sara! It was very soothing and relaxing! Inspirational imagery! Anna

Lost in Ubiquity (Poetry) - 9/17/2009 3:28:50 AM
All of this from one word! An absolutely beautiful write, Sara! Loved it! Anna

Lost in Ubiquity (Poetry) - 8/26/2009 8:07:54 PM
I like what you did with this word...it is a favorite of mine as well... I especially like the second stanza. Cryssa :~)

Lost in Ubiquity (Poetry) - 8/13/2009 3:28:29 PM
I love that word, too... and like what you've done to pull out its nuance. Nice poem.

Lost in Ubiquity (Poetry) - 8/12/2009 6:32:11 PM
Looking deep into one's soul and blossoming with truth... Be always safe, Karen

Lost in Ubiquity (Poetry) - 8/11/2009 5:59:11 PM
sometimes being lost in ubiquity allows us to find more of ourselves ... very well developed thought and finely tuned poetic application of its implications ...

Lost in Ubiquity (Poetry) - 8/11/2009 4:05:43 PM
Sara, You make a simple moment of inspiration so telling and meaningful, and convey the essentials of experience all of us can relate to directly. John

Lost in Ubiquity (Poetry) - 8/11/2009 2:13:29 PM
...TRYING HARD TO REACH ANOTHER...BUT LOSING YOURSELF IN THE PROCESS. WELL WRITTEN. THANKS FOR SHARING AND BLESSINGS. JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

Lost in Ubiquity (Poetry) - 8/11/2009 12:46:11 PM
So much in so few lines, Sara. I know this dream well...racing here and there and everywhere, lost and searching for I know not what. -gene.

Lost in Ubiquity (Poetry) - 8/11/2009 10:24:18 AM
"Touching the universe with my everything" is a great line. Enjoyed.