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Recent Reviews for E T Waldron

A Yorkie for Christmas! (Short Story) - 10/31/2009 10:37:02 AM
I LOVED THIS HEARTWARMING STORY...IT IS WRITTEN WELL. THANKS FOR SHARING AND BLESSINGS. JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

A Yorkie for Christmas! (Short Story) - 6/19/2009 6:02:15 PM
God's creatures are the BEST presents of all! Amen!

A Sad Christmas Event (Short Story) - 12/25/2008 10:05:29 AM
We may never know why some things do happen to us. But, I believe there is always a reason.

A Sad Christmas Event (Short Story) - 12/23/2008 1:33:42 PM
There is a song by Lou Monte called I have an Angel in Heaven. It may answer your question. "I HAVE AN ANGEL IN HEAVEN, WHO LOOKS DOWN ON ME EVERYDAY, I HAVE AN ANGEL IN HEAVEN, BUT TO ME HE'S NOT FAR AWAY. HE'LL ALWAYS BE WITH ME WHEREVER I GO, LORD ONLY KNOWS, HOW I MISS HIM SO - I HAVE AN ANGEL IN HEAVEN ETC. IT MIGHT BE AVAILABLE ON YOU TUBE. Read my "An Italian Christmas Alone". Your story was heartwrenching and heartwarming. Beautiful writing.

A Sad Christmas Event (Short Story) - 12/22/2008 11:10:09 AM
Sorry doesn't mean much when you have had your guts ripped out of you. My brother died about two weeks before my birthday about a year and a half ago. I know who "Mother New Years" was...children don't go to heaven alone, they are escorted. You may think I am just telling you this, but the account is in my book under my other pseudonym, B. Erin Wylde in the book Where Did I Go?, I was in the middle of writing that book and he died, so I had to write about that too. I had a dream a week before he died, that he was shot in the right side of the chest, no assailant, just me, and his son, who he raised alone, were there. I knealt down beside him crying as he died. Then the dream shifted, and I was in my mother's house, the house we grew up in, and he walks in with his son like nothing has happened, he is bleeding from the wound, but I didn't care, he was alive, and that is the way dreams work anyway. I ran to hug him, he hugged me, then pushed me back, holding my arms, looking at me with that movie look that the news to come wasn't good. I had said "YOU'RE ALIVE!"...smiling...He returned my smile, but it wasn't a happy one, and said.."The doctors just think it going to take me a little bit longer to die. I woke up, terrified since I had never dreamt about my brother before, and asked my mom was he ok. She said yes, then "Who's pregnant?" because in the south, that is a wives tale. I told her no one...then exactly one week later, he was admitted in the am with pneumonia, two hours later on a respirator, then, his heart stopped, they brought him back, again and agian,until he was on pure drip of adrenaline. I am a Med tech and knew the pathologist who did the autopsy. He had a toxic very deadly strain of Group A Strep that killed him in a day and a half. His heart stopped because his adrenaline gland was infected and when that happens you are gone. So they told me to say goodbye, on a cell phone, I screamed for him to come back...I loved him so much...but I was six hundred miles away, and all I could hear were the machines and his greedy new wife (another story, she threw out my brother's fourteen year old son only weeks after the death, trying to steal his inheritance)singing "you are my sunshine" in his other ear. We left for the carolinas in the am, but they were worried about the toxins so they creamated him as soon as possible. I never got to say goodbye. There are no more birthdays for me. When my sister called to tell me he was being taken to the ER, she said "oh, it's nothing, just congestion in his RIGHT LUNG, where the gunshot was in my dream. I knew, I don't know how, but I knew he would be dead by nightfall. 850 people came to his funeral. If anything were to happen to my son or daughter, I don't think I could be as strong as you two are....the loss of my brother at 45, me 41, is almost killing me. E.

A Sad Christmas Event (Short Story) - 12/12/2008 7:12:40 PM
The answer my friend is in the people around you who care about you. No one can comfort you or your sister enough for these unfortunate losses...but know that we all share your sorrow. All the best this season, Myles

A Sad Christmas Event (Short Story) - 12/6/2008 12:47:12 PM
Life is what we are given. As short and as long as we are given. Let us not question how long we have nor detest the ailments of the aged or the premature deaths of so many in accidents, illness or in fateful experiences. This is what makes us human and the pain is great. For those who have died they suffer no more but turn our sorrow to life as we have it. My condolences. Miller

A Sad Christmas Event (Short Story) - 12/5/2008 5:30:44 PM
I think the answer is as simple as one word: Love. Not he kind that's bandied around with little care, but the unconditional love of God and two boys who smile and entertain angels now. I've lost two cousins, and a sister-in-law, the pain doesn't go away, or the memories, but grace seeps into our grief and helps us find peace and blessings again. Love and God Bless Glenda

A Sexy Spinster and the Bishop (Short Story) - 7/27/2008 6:33:13 AM
After reading "A Sexy Spinster and the Bishop," I feel quite well qualified for full-time employment in a pretzel factory, either that or perhaps I could take a job as a life guard, since I'm now an expert on the social philosophy of "Still water runs the deepest." However, my speculation now turns to E. T. Waldron, my nonsmoking dear lady who lost her loving poodle. Evidently, she's turned her passions to religious literature and seems bent on a career extolling hellfire and damnation. I can't say I'll pray for you, Eileen, because most likely I'll be calling on you for technical advice in the novel I'm working on now, "Beyond Innocence" and how I might best keep my heroine, a bodacious young Mexican nun, out of bed with her many lecherous admirers until the book's spellbinding climax. "Climax," you say? Oh, I've got your attention, have I? You naughty girl, you! (Not that I'm interested, you know, but have you got any more stories like this lurking about?) Richard

A Yorkie for Christmas! (Short Story) - 7/5/2008 6:31:45 PM
Very lovely story. I have a Yorkie that's my very best friend and, actually, unless it's too hot out or I'm going someplace that might not be safe, Harry -- that's his name -- Harry always goes with me. Your story brought tears to my eys. Mark Lichterman

Ginnie's sad sex story (Short Story) - 6/19/2008 3:26:43 AM
This is extremely sad and I hope Ginnie will share the experience with other women who desperately need help. And as the torch of hope is passed on from one woman to another God will keep rewarding you with his blessings. You are a guiding light to those hearts that have been plunged in a difficult situation by poverty and destitution. If such a thing is happening in America what would you think of other countries like Somalia where eating once a day is a lyxury only affordable by those with an income. GBQ

A Yorkie for Christmas! (Short Story) - 6/1/2008 4:53:20 AM
Eileen: What a wonderful and beautiful Christmas story!!! I'm so moved and impressed by Carl and Marsha's generosity; but yes, during Christmas time everyone has an urgeto do good things. I just love this story so much!!!!! Sandie Angel :o)

Can You Clone It? (Short Story) - 5/18/2008 3:18:53 AM
Lets hope it never comes to this....I WONDER!......M

Bar Scenes part four -Reflections (Short Story) - 3/21/2008 1:17:13 AM
You surprised me with this twist in the plot. Nicely done! Love and Hugs~ Sheila

Bar Scene Part Three (Short Story) - 3/21/2008 1:08:43 AM
I agree with the message towards the end - lies lead to more lies and it's difficult to keep everything straight. I have a brother-in-law that lives by lies. I never know what to believe! Well done:) Sheila

Bar Scenes -Part Two (Short Story) - 3/21/2008 12:46:46 AM
Sounds like a very uncomfortable situation. I love how you set the scene here - mob members, wife & mistress, and a busy dining room. Great work! Sheila

Bar Scenes -part One (Short Story) - 3/21/2008 12:31:20 AM
I cannot imagine having an uneventful night with such rich characters around all the time. You drew me into the story~ Sheila

A Sad Christmas Event (Short Story) - 2/18/2008 9:17:37 AM
Bless your heart and I hope you find meaning to the name. Losing a child is far more greater pain than losing anyone else in the family. We are suppose to outlive children as adults, so I can relate with your pain. God bless you and your family. I hope you can find some kind of comfort in knowing that your nephew is no longer in pain.

A Yorkie for Christmas! (Short Story) - 1/20/2008 4:52:02 PM
Yep, that's what Duchess looked like as a pup, LOL, I thought their was another edition, but you posted it twice, ne'er mind, it's truly in the spirit of giving and loving. Sorry I missed it before. Ty muchly Eileen Hugzzzz Ch'erie

A Yorkie for Christmas! (Short Story) - 1/20/2008 4:48:48 PM
OOOOh I loved this. First of all LOLOL Yorkies, TYPICAL! I own a Silky which is a YorkiexAustralian terrier created by dog breeders, and, you don't turn your back on them for a sniff. I could tell some funny ones bout that... hmmmmm And they do the trembling thing reeeel well haha, nervy little dogs, but excllnt mousers... I am so intrigued by the turn of events, how this little doggie has brought these ppl together, for the benefit of all. Can't wait to red the next edition. Bravo Eileen. Hugzzzz Ch'erie

Part Two- Clare's Wartime Journal (Short Story) - 1/18/2008 2:58:24 AM
Sounds like things worked out as best as possible. I like how the end stresses the fact that war reaches beyond the land it is fought on. Well done:) Sheila

Clare's Wartime Journal (Short Story) - 1/18/2008 2:37:12 AM
This story pulled me right in. Such an innocent start for these two characters. Great surprise at the end of this part. I have to find out how things go from here! Sheila

Halloween Mystery (Short Story) - 1/11/2008 12:56:37 AM
I love stories like this. A sad ending but still a thriller with unexplained events. Great job building suspense along the way! Sheila

A Yorkie for Christmas! (Short Story) - 12/21/2007 8:38:59 AM
This "sappy" story is filled with exactly the kind of love and humanity that we all need to cultivate throughout the year. A beautiful story from a wonderful author. Merry Christmas and a Glorious New Year to You, Aberjhani

A Yorkie for Christmas! (Short Story) - 12/16/2007 8:03:28 PM
Merry Christmas to you, too. Very cute story! R~

Suffering (Article) - 8/9/2009 10:34:13 AM
A wonderful write. Sure we suffer through hard times so we can distinguish the difference and then rejoice! Amen

FORGIVENESS (Article) - 7/24/2009 3:09:51 PM
You have pretty much summed everything up here Eileen, without forgivness we are lost forever. Amen to this wonderful write, blessings, Holly

Uncanny Circumstances (Article) - 5/13/2008 3:18:21 PM
I have been through lots of things in my life , but yours has been like a roller coaster. Looking back , I'm sure you are amazed about how you survived it all. They say things happen for a reason , but sometimes its very hard to understand why. I'm sorry about the loss of your sister. It must have been terrible for you..Blessings.....M (I'm sure God was watching over you)

FORGIVENESS (Article) - 5/5/2008 11:27:11 AM
Being able to forgive some one , lets your heart open to the goodness of life. You are not carrying a burden with you. I've endured a lot of "hurt" in my life .By forgiving, I'm able to move forward and put it aside. Great article......M

Dreams,Illusions,and Fantasy (Article) - 5/5/2008 11:21:47 AM
Thanks so much for explaining and clairifying the differences. You went into great detail and its easy to understand........M

Suffering (Article) - 4/9/2008 12:25:15 PM
You said it all with this writing, and it is helpful to releive our suffering. I like the way you presented this with bible verses to match.

Dreams,Illusions,and Fantasy (Article) - 4/5/2008 12:26:10 PM
I don't dream much at night, or maybe I just never remember them. But I do have a few "day-dreams"...or would they count as "fantasy"? Whichever, they keep my muse fortified! Good write, Eileen!!! Micke

Dreams,Illusions,and Fantasy (Article) - 4/2/2008 3:02:22 PM
"Illusion; anything that deceives the mind or senses". "Dream; imaginings while asleep, involuntary and may be a mixture of real and imaginary characters, places or events". "Fantasy; the creative power of the imagination. An image or dream, created by the imagination". The lines of defintion blur with considerable, applicable, overlap regarding a cognitive or non-cognitive event. Does this help, or make understanding more difficult? Jon Michael Willey

Dreams,Illusions,and Fantasy (Article) - 4/2/2008 3:56:40 AM
The difference between, explained in great detail - thank you, Eileen, I learn a lot from reading you. Well done. (((HUGS))) and love, Karla.

Dreams,Illusions,and Fantasy (Article) - 4/2/2008 2:55:17 AM
You have explained each thought process with meticulous care and clarity.

Dreams,Illusions,and Fantasy (Article) - 4/2/2008 2:55:11 AM
Excellent job of explaining the difference!

Dreams,Illusions,and Fantasy (Article) - 4/1/2008 5:50:03 PM
Very good logically thought through explanation. Thank you

Dreams,Illusions,and Fantasy (Article) - 4/1/2008 2:40:21 PM
Well thought out and wonderfully explained... peace and love, Carole~

Dreams,Illusions,and Fantasy (Article) - 4/1/2008 12:55:58 PM
well explained

Dreams,Illusions,and Fantasy (Article) - 4/1/2008 10:59:39 AM
Thank you for your wonderful thoughts. Terrific explanation between the two. Love, Bonnie

Lessons I Learned About Lust (Article) - 3/8/2008 3:45:16 PM
Good thoughtful piece, and it�s nice to know a Biblical scholar or two. I used to have some ordained ministers to chat with about this stuff, but then I got out of broadcast journalism and lost touch with �em. Welcome back, Bubba. You�ll do me good. It's kinda neat, the way the great world faiths interact, most often agreeing, sometimes putting emphasis on different aspects of spiritually correct behavior. The Buddha's Eightfold Path steers us away from fleshly things just as Jesus warned us not to store up wealth on Earth, etc. I often wonder if Jesus, Buddha, Mohammed, Zoroaster and the rest of the modern faiths were promulgated by the same Guy, appearing in different places at different times and tailoring the message to whomever was around to listen.

A Hard Climb (Article) - 1/26/2008 5:29:20 PM
I veryh much enjoyed your analogy here, of the mountain. As someone who climbs, I can appreciate the subject, even if its intent is allegorical. There is an old Zen Koan that has always been a favorite of mine: "You can't fall off a mountain." Puzzling at first, since we instinctively think of how traumatic falling off a cliff (letting go of a relationship) can be, after a further bit of reflection it dawns on us that a cliff is not a mountain (only a very small part of it), and in fact since we cannot easily define where a mountain begins or ends, it is therefore 'impossible' to fall of a mountain! By an extention of the existential logic at work here, one can argue that relationships are also extrmeley difficult to think of in terms of absolute beginnings and endings. QED: You can't fall off a mountain of that sort, either. Whether one considers the subject logically, or through rather broad Zen interpretation, I enjoyed your work here. Mahalo for sharing these thoughts! Kalikiano

FORGIVENESS (Article) - 1/8/2008 8:55:40 AM
I know all about learning to forgive Mother. I had to learn that lesson, and it took a lifetime. I know for a truth that learning a lot sooner would not have changed my mother, but forgiving is about changing me, not the one I forgive. You provide some great food for thought in this article.

FORGIVENESS (Article) - 1/2/2008 10:19:38 AM
well done

To Christian Denominations,, Our Downfall (Article) - 12/30/2007 12:34:26 PM
Dear Eileen, It is the most tenacious article, which says things as they are. I admire you for your courage. I came to the United State as I believed in the country of hope without wanting to change its culture, its nature, and its religions, in one word, the way it was, speaking English. I feel today as you feel. Americans, as I knew them, were our savior soldiers who came to save us, the French, starting with the French North Africa. I can see today the minority that you are talking about, trying to change America into the Islam, into a Spanish country, and many others in the name of freedom and our constitution which we love and respect. Continue in your endeavor. Happy New Year, Emile

FORGIVENESS (Article) - 12/14/2007 7:02:01 PM
Wonderful message in this important article. Thanks for sharing it. Cheers

FORGIVENESS (Article) - 12/11/2007 7:44:59 PM
I say this to Walt Hardester... Forgiveness is the best revenge. I forgive everyone for in my heart to harbor any ill feeling is a heavier load than forgiveness. Forgive,,,say it to yourself. It relieves stress and the smiles grow within and then...out. I love your words Eileen and I practice forgiveness everyday. Our Creator does as well. Love, Susan

FORGIVENESS (Article) - 12/11/2007 7:37:52 PM
Forgive me. Wow, did I say that? I must have been really mad at someone Walt

FORGIVENESS (Article) - 12/11/2007 6:18:10 PM
It is a good message for Christmas for that what Christ was all about, no good celebrating him, if is teachings don't apply, or being applied, everyone needs forgivness unless they are perfect before God, Blessings! Jasmin Horst

FORGIVENESS (Article) - 12/11/2007 5:51:27 PM
Excellent, Eileen, to err is human, to forgive, divine (think that's how it goes). Hard to do at times, but must be done. If we don't forgive, how can our Father forgive us? Well done. (((HUGS))) and love, Karla.

Poetic Babble (Poetry) - 11/27/2009 9:12:17 AM
an excellent write Eileen The heart is where love is felt the heart is the one that suffers the pain when love is no more...... Am I babbling??.... Love & Peace be with you William Happy Thanksgiving

Poetic Babble (Poetry) - 11/27/2009 9:10:08 AM
Wonderful and excellent poem,take care of yourself

Poetic Babble (Poetry) - 11/24/2009 4:51:11 PM
Ma sagt ja nix, man babbelt doch bloss, is an old saying in my old hometown, meaning, one doesn't say anything , but is just babbeling away, you did that very well, tongue in cheek. I can symphatize with you my dear Eileen, another emotion, I myself have developed eye problem, a detached retina might have to be fixed, and when that happens, I shall dictate my feelings, no matter where they come from, matter of fact it might be a good thing, with less (out) sight more time for inight would'nt you think. Anyway you are in my thoughts, and good luck. Hugs! Jasmin Horst

Poetic Babble (Poetry) - 11/24/2009 1:33:15 PM
Babylon my dear, Babylon.

Poetic Babble (Poetry) - 11/24/2009 11:25:31 AM
I appreciate your philosophical musings in these verses, Eileen. Thank you. Love and best wishes, Regis

Poetic Babble (Poetry) - 11/24/2009 9:28:42 AM
The heart is a muscle that provides your write with strength.

midst mist and dark (Poetry) - 11/24/2009 9:26:57 AM
In eight lines you've said volumes. Bravo.

Poetic Babble (Poetry) - 11/24/2009 8:32:02 AM
Very much enjoyed. Certainly my deepest wishes for smooth sailing through any medical waters. May you soon be seeing colorful lights and hearing haunting chimes- which prod you to write again. We gather around you like kids near Christmas. :) John

Poetic Babble (Poetry) - 11/24/2009 7:41:06 AM
I fully support the fine art of 'babble' and you do it with finesse and grace. Cheers and best wishes on improved health. Dan

Poetic Babble (Poetry) - 11/24/2009 7:22:36 AM
I am saddened to hear of your physical struggles. I pray all will go well chum. And lets regard 'babble' as a babbling or gurgling of a pure stream that always flows from your heart to the reader. Happy holidays ... luv r PS ... ya gotta love Jerry's "glob of pulsating meat inside your chest" comment. HAHAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA (-:

Poetic Babble (Poetry) - 11/24/2009 5:26:44 AM
One wonders Does the heart Create passion or Does passion Cause the heart To beat with love Truly a question worth pondering, and I truly hope your eye surgery works wonders, Sis.

Poetic Babble (Poetry) - 11/24/2009 4:39:30 AM
Wonderful poem Eileen. I hope your eyes get better. That must make it hard to use the computer. Thanks again for another great poem. With Love, Cindy

Poetic Babble (Poetry) - 11/24/2009 3:32:31 AM
BEAUTIFUL POEM!!!!!!!!!!!! Liana Margiva

Poetic Babble (Poetry) - 11/24/2009 2:51:10 AM
Of course it is poetic babble, Eileen. The "heart" cannot feel emotion. It can only feel physical pain, and even then it is the sensory connection from the nerves to the brain that really feel the pain, and I doubt VERY seriously if the heart has a "love" sensor so that the glob of pulsating meat inside your chest cavity is capable of feeling love. Interesting take, Eileen, and you are right on the money . . . If your surgery is or cataracts it is a simple (well! Messing with the eyes isn't exactly simple) operation. Dottie had it done a couple of years before she passed away.

Poetic Babble (Poetry) - 11/24/2009 2:45:15 AM
Sounds completely logical to me, Eileen. Well done and God bless.

Poetic Babble (Poetry) - 11/24/2009 2:20:10 AM
Without poetic babble we all have been still climbing up orange trees fighting for bananas! Georg

Poetic Babble (Poetry) - 11/24/2009 2:07:51 AM
Insightful for all to ponder where love comes from.

Poetic Babble (Poetry) - 11/24/2009 2:01:22 AM
Wonderful writing, Eileen, as always! Know you are ever in my prayers, and my church is praying for you, too! :) Sorry to hear you will need eye surgery; I pray and hope that all will turn out okay! May you have a very happy Thanksgiving; may it be full of love, laughter, joy, GOOD HEALTH, and above all, GOD'S BLESSINGS!! (((HUGS))), much love, and many prayers~ As always, your friend in Tx., Karen Lynn. :D X0X0X0X0X0X0

Poetic Babble (Poetry) - 11/24/2009 1:10:47 AM
Just a lot of Poetic babble...? Love it, Eileen! The eyes, and the 'eye', the human and the originator, sometimes sooo hard to perceive the line. Love and hugs. You'll be fine. And fettle-ish, too! Erin Elizabeth Kelly-Moen

Poetic Babble (Poetry) - 11/24/2009 12:14:15 AM
Great questions, Eileen, and I like your take and where you go with this. Eye surgery? Oh Lord, I'm so sorry you have to go through this...and this is from someone whose old orbs aren't working too well, lol!

Poetic Babble (Poetry) - 11/23/2009 11:50:38 PM
I pray that your surgery will be a success. The Lord protects good people which you certainly are. Thank You for the as always excellent read. GOD BLESS YOU Tony Nerone

midst mist and dark (Poetry) - 11/23/2009 3:00:15 PM
I'm so in awe of people being able to produce such tight writing when at a professed ebb, Eileen. There is such depth and contrasts of both mood and tension in this little nugget. Doubtless you are already streaming with ideas and latent poetic energies after such a "breathing space", but I wish you all the necessary health and renewed sense of well-being to be able to bring your gifts to fruition on the page. I have every confidence you will "conjure" something wonderful again soon! Be well and relaxed, xx

A Tale of Apples (Poetry) - 11/23/2009 9:14:01 AM
pie,sauce,juice,dumpling or eaten off the tree apples are delicious and unique gifts I too treasure -- a yummy tribute to the fruit and the harvest time -- may peace and love be with you at this time of Thanksgiving -- Jon Michael

midst mist and dark (Poetry) - 11/23/2009 9:03:12 AM
I love this pen, Eileen, just beautiful!

A Tale of Apples (Poetry) - 11/23/2009 7:54:46 AM
An apple lover's delight. Very creative and witty. Kept my doctor away. Ron