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Recent Reviews for Alan D Busch

Snapshots In Memory of Ben (Book) - 10/27/2009 7:00:32 AM
A well written, heart wrenching story and loving dedication to your young son. His memory is alive because of your beautiful writing Alan.

Stuff My Father Won't Tell Me Revision #2 of Part 1 (Book) - 10/3/2008 7:45:26 PM
Dear Alan, This is looking much better!! Micki

Chapters 1 and 2 of My Molochim (under construction) (Book) - 8/30/2008 8:43:53 AM
The style of the writing reminds me of Garrison Keillor's "Lake Wobegon Days." The vignettes have a common thread and give the feel of actually being there. It was interesting to get inside the brain and the skin of an young adolescent and later young man in a different time and place, which I was amused and had sympathy. Yet I saw the similarties of my own experience, which I could relate.

Prologue to My Molochim (Angels) (Book) - 8/23/2008 8:15:32 PM
Your prologue to "My Molochim" sounds facinating. I think of the proverb, Big doors swing on small hinges, as to the angels, the providence that moves in our lives. As to working in your personal tragedy of losing your child, I think of my favorite books, by Robert Pirsig - Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance. He worked in his tragedy of going crazy (and after the book was first publish lost his child) to explore philosophy, the meaning of life, and grasping the elusive "quality" that defies definition. It was masterfully written and good writing. I see the same possibilities in this book.

These Lights We Kindle, revision 3 (Short Story) - 11/21/2009 8:16:19 PM
Dear Alan, I love this story and I think it has been revised enough and is ready to go!! Micki

These Lights We Kindle (revised) (Short Story) - 11/10/2009 8:19:15 PM
Dear alan, I remember this one and it is also one of my favorites. The rewrite is perfect! stay well Micki

Proposed preface to Alan's 2nd Book ... (Short Story) - 9/27/2009 6:12:21 PM
Dear Alan, This is one of my favorites--makes a good preface, I think! God bless! Micki

IS IT STILL OKAY IF YOU FATHER CRIES (SUBMITTED FOR PUBLICATION) (Short Story) - 9/13/2009 9:06:48 AM
Hi, Allen. I do not know whether this was from personal experience, but my daughter kept her father the last of his days as he died from lung cancer. The writing was brilliant. One could feel the presence standing in the room. Great post.

IS IT STILL OKAY IF YOU FATHER CRIES (SUBMITTED FOR PUBLICATION) (Short Story) - 9/10/2009 3:42:37 PM
R.Alan, very good read...your friend, Walter

Is It Okay If Your Father Cries (Revised Final Revision) (Short Story) - 9/8/2009 6:55:23 PM
nice story r.alan. i had to wait to read this until I got out of the hospital...It was clear to me, however, if the meeting with the jewish doctor occurred on Shabbat (re: the handshake). faith does bring healing, if not of body, of spirit. this is a nice tribute to your father, a"h.

Is It Okay If Your Father Cries (Revised Final Revision) (Short Story) - 9/7/2009 5:41:03 PM
VERY WELL WRITTEN ABOUT FAITH, HEALING AND GRATEFULNESS. THANKS FOR SHARING THIS STORY THAT I REALLY ENJOYED. GOD BLESS. JOYCE * HIS INSPIRATIONS

Is It Still Okay If Your Father Cries (newly edited for submission) (Short Story) - 8/26/2009 12:29:38 PM
Alan, I lost my Dad in 2003 to pancreatic cancer. We were so blessed that he didn't suffer and ate breakfast on the morning he was taken to hospice house from his own house. My dad was one of the greatest men I ever knew and one of the most humble. Thanks for sharing this about your dad, it is inspirational and there is no doubt as to the bond of love you all share. Best wishes. Robert Elias Ballard

Is It Still Okay If Your Father Cries (newly edited for submission) (Short Story) - 8/25/2009 7:13:07 PM
Alan, I have read this beore and feel it is certainly ready for publication. I have been thinking about you lately--not having heard from you for a while. I hope you are doing well. I had a bad bout with atrial fibrillation last week but I seem to be okay now-it's such a scary thing and my pacemaker only helps ventrical fibrillation--the more serious one, yet the other is not pleasant either.Who knew when we were young what the future would hold for us? all the best, Micki

Darkness Can Enlighten (Revision 2) (Short Story) - 7/17/2009 4:00:35 PM
Alan this story is very compelling!! thank you for sharing, some of it moved my heart to tears, what deep convictions!!! Be encouraged! Love And Prayers Always!!

Darkness Can Enlighten (Revision 2) (Short Story) - 7/17/2009 5:17:02 AM
a fine memoir...there is a divine spark of our Judaism in all of us.

Darkness Can (And Does) Enlighten (revised for submission) (Short Story) - 7/12/2009 6:47:20 PM
Dear Alan, This is great and ready to go--good luck!! Always, Micki

A Revision of Losing A Grandson (submitted for publication) (Short Story) - 6/10/2009 6:16:35 PM
Dear Alan, Your love for your father, you son, and your God are all so evident in this beautiful story. Powerful in its simplicity and compelling in its authenticity, this story calls to every true heart to acknowledge the wonder of a Creator God who knows what He's about even when we don't.

Fundamentals of Father and Son (Revised Preface to Manuscript) (Short Story) - 6/5/2009 7:23:24 PM
I grieve the broken chain, Alan and pray for God's comfort toward you. The loss of a child is an agony I can't even imagine. The depth of your pain has enriched your message to the world, my friend. Ben would be proud of his father.

Darkness Can Enlighten (Short Story) - 5/25/2009 7:08:59 PM
Dear Alan, This is priceless!! A wonderful slice of life story. Micki

Darkness Can Enlighten (Short Story) - 5/13/2009 4:24:29 PM
The mystery of an age-old custom birthed out of obedience to the laws of God as understood by his children is endearing in its simplicity. God said it and that settles it. "Zol zein shtil, Herschele! 'Don' touch!� If only our culture was saturated with that philosophy, Alan, many of our social ills would be obliterated. Thanks for sharing this beautiful memory with us.

Is It Still Okay If Your Father Cries revised /submitted for publication (Short Story) - 5/11/2009 6:06:31 AM
Dear Alan, this writing broke my heart and poured a healing balm into it at the same time. Many deaths we can endure in this life, the most difficult must be the death of our child. You have survived that, or I should say, are surviving it. In a different way but intensely crucial to the survival of the human soul is the maintence of our dignity. A man, woman, or child deprived of their dignity is the shell of what he/she once was or what he/she could be. I thank God that you tenaciously held on for him until the call went through.

My Brother Does Not Look Like My Father (Short Story) - 4/20/2009 7:07:03 AM
The work was not what I expected by the title...it was much better...and it made perfect sense to have that line be the title. Enjoyable piece filled with many emotions. Cryssa

My Brother Does Not Look Like My Father (Short Story) - 4/20/2009 4:06:13 AM
Wonderful. A complete joy to read. Linda

You May Be Seated (Short Story) - 4/17/2009 6:59:24 PM
Dear Alan, I loved this. I either read parts of this before or read all of it as it is quite familiar. Your next book is going to be wonderful!! Micki

Losing A Grandson ... (Short Story) - 4/10/2009 5:08:06 AM
My heart goes out to you. My mom once said when I was much younger, "You will know the love of a parent for a child, once you are a parent." How true. The loss of a child through death must be terrible, and yet there is another sorrow held by so many. And that is the loss of a child through unknown circumstances. Our youngest adopted son is now 41 and we have not seen him for 20 years, nor heard from him for ten. He's out there in the big world, somewhere, and we love and miss him.

Is it Still Okay If Your Dad Cries? (Short Story) - 4/9/2009 6:56:22 PM
Alan, This is a wonderful story as usual--so glad I got to see his picture--I had kind of pictured him in my mind much as he looks. He has a wonderful smile. This needs a little more owrk but not much. Thanks for sharing it with me. I hope your Passover was not a sad one. always, Micki

Saving Private Busch (Short Story) - 4/2/2009 3:15:12 AM
Wow. This is a truly incredible story Alan. I was at the edge of my seat the whole time. Wonderful. Linda

Is it Still Okay If Your Dad Cries? (Short Story) - 3/31/2009 6:51:46 AM
A heart lifting story with a beautiful reminder that the Lord does hear and answer our prayers...in His time. Cryssa

Is it Still Okay If Your Dad Cries? (Short Story) - 3/30/2009 9:17:17 PM
well done

I Grieve For Ben At My Side (Article) - 11/9/2009 8:11:03 PM
Hi alan, I read an commented on this very special article. One of my favs, but then I say that about all your stories lol. The fomatting came in bad on this one. Stay well, Micki

I Grieve For Ben At My Side (final revision) (Article) - 11/8/2009 9:57:04 AM
I hear you. I understand. Blessings, Eileen

I Grieve For Ben At My Side (final revision) (Article) - 11/7/2009 10:39:20 PM
B"H Alan, We pray along with you. This is an amazing piece, I'd write more but who can see past the tears? May Hashem console you amongst all the mourners of Zion, all the best, Gita

As The Ninth Year Approaches ... Yom Yom (Article) - 10/19/2009 7:03:13 PM
Alan, This is a wonderful aricle. I know what you mean and it's been 28 years for me--can't imagine the days!! Yet I still grieve and always will. I think writing articles and our books keeps our children alive for us--and I want that. I don't want a day to come when I can't remember her face or things she said and did. Well done all my best, Micki

Fundamentals of Fathers and Sons (Article) - 5/28/2009 7:20:28 PM
Alan, This would be a perfect preface to your book. I have read parts of this and enjoyed them all. Micki Ps I think --I know--I would have liked your dad--you do him great honor to share him with the world.

A Father Muses as the Eighth Anniversary of His Son's Death Nears (Article) - 2/5/2009 2:54:41 PM
Alan, This is truly a wonderful tribute to your son. I too lost a child. May God comfort you and bless you as he has done me. Sincerely J-me Mark Brown

Author and Friend Micki Peluso Leads Fight Against Drunk Driving (Article) - 12/5/2008 8:39:15 PM
Thanks Alan, This was so thoughtful you. Thank you so much. I have much to tell you about my first TV interview. I did live through it :) Regards, Micki

A Father Muses as the Eighth Anniversary of His Son's Death Nears (Article) - 11/19/2008 8:54:06 PM
Dear Alan, Well you took me out with this one. Tears rolled down my face as I felt empathy with you. I had just visited Noelle's grave last week in the mountains of Pennsylvania and cried then too. As we come to the religious holidays it always seems to get worse and Noelle's birthday is right before Christmas. I spoke in public for the first time in my life at a MADD presentation at a PTA meeting a few days ago. I never thought I could speak out loud of her, but I did it, and her sisters did as well. It had an emotional impact on those listening-maybe it will help stop the slaughter. Your writng gets better every time you write-more like poetry than prose. regards, always, Micki

A Father Muses as the Eighth Anniversary of His Son's Death Nears (Article) - 11/18/2008 7:01:57 AM
Your musing today is a poignant reminder of the depth of love a father has for his son. We grieve with you my friend. By the Grace of God we stand, Linda Settles

Making Lemonade ... Parkinson's Really 'Sux', Doesn't It? (Article) - 8/13/2008 6:08:51 PM
As with all your articles and stories, this one is wonderfully poignant. Only one suffering from a dis-ease pr dis-order can really tell it like it is. And to each person that suffering is unique to them. Yet by sharing with others, we give them an insight into the illnesses that rob us of a full life. How well you state this in all your writings. Keep up the wonderful work! Best regards always, Micki Peluso, author of . . .AND THE WHIPPORWILL SANG

These Are The People: Sick! Sick? You Call That Sick? My Mom Taught Me ... (Article) - 7/26/2008 6:42:20 PM
Dear Alan, Beleive me when I say I know how you feel. Living with heart disease and chonic fatigue syndrome/fibromyalgia makes me feel much like you. I was pool walking tonight and because my legs don't work well I need both arms to climb the ladder to get out of the pool. I can only use my left arm for now so I was pretty much stuck--how embarrasing if I had to call 911 to be lifted from my pool!! I got out but it was painful and I did use my right arm a bit. I get mad and I get sad and then I hear your mother's words, much like my own mother's and I realize that I am lucky to be alive and so many are so much worse. And I pray. You are in my prayers, my friend. Micki

Parkinson's Disease Sux (Article) - 5/26/2008 7:51:24 PM
Alan, You are a most remarkable man. I have been reading some of your prolific posts and your writing style affects me on an emotional level while dazzling me with your talent as a wordsmith. Reading your writing is a pleasure as I am swept away by the verbiage alone. We share yet another bane between us. I don't have Parkinson that I know of, but I do have something akin to MS that causes my gait to also be "off," and my balance unsteady. I have fibromyalgia, but that never affected my legs as badly as the years since my last surgery-- at which time they may have pinched a nerve. For whatever reason, my legs, fully muscular and strong simply will not move forward after a half block or so and the pain is a formidable enemy as well. So again in many ways, my friend, we walk in each other's shoes--when does the fun begin? And yet, in spite of traveling an often sad and painful road, we both have much to be thankful for and we are fortunate enough to realize this--therein lies our strength. All the best to you, Micki

Escorting the Dead (Article) - 4/16/2008 11:21:35 AM
Beautiful.

Hug Your Kids Each Day As If It Were ... (Article) - 3/11/2008 3:41:10 PM
Boy You Get Credit For This Write.... TRASK

Martin (Poetry) - 11/2/2009 6:08:29 AM
Very heartfelt words Alan! yet written with excellence, thak you for sharing and caring! Much Love, Always!!

Martin (Poetry) - 10/5/2009 2:26:47 AM
Great work,I enjoy reading it,take care EDWIN

Martin (Poetry) - 10/3/2009 4:40:23 AM
I can sense the pathos in this poem Alan. Words are sometimes vehicles for our grief--and you have used them well. Good to hear from you.

Fingers, A Poem for Kimberly (revision 5) (Poetry) - 9/13/2009 6:14:34 PM
Dear Alan, I personally think this is good to go now and doesn't need any more revisions. It's lovely just the way it is. all my best, Micki

Fingers (substantially revised #4) (Poetry) - 9/12/2009 6:31:28 PM
I have two daughters. I can relate to what you express via your verses here, Alan. Love and peace to you, Regis

Fingers, A Poem for Kimberly (revision 5) (Poetry) - 9/9/2009 8:20:19 AM
Looks good, I've read works that were in revision for 30 years!

Fingers (substantially revised #4) (Poetry) - 9/8/2009 8:43:08 PM
B"H what a moving poem! it certainly captures in total grace the love a father can feel for his daughter thank you for sharing

Fingers (substantially revised #4) (Poetry) - 9/8/2009 6:39:49 PM
very nice poem..

Fingers (substantially revised #4) (Poetry) - 9/8/2009 6:38:44 PM
nothing surpasses the love of a father for his child, and this poem is a moving proof of that love. Mercy, I've goosebumps. May peace and love fill your heart now and always.

Fingers (revision #3) (Poetry) - 9/8/2009 5:41:00 PM
DEar alan, That was beautiful--don't think I read this one before. You really did justice to the love a father feels for his daughter. all the best! Micki

Fingers (revision #3) (Poetry) - 9/7/2009 2:28:53 PM
" Fingers " very interesting Alan! Be encouraged and keep on writing!!! Love And Prayers Always!!

Shacharis Musings (revised and published) (Poetry) - 7/26/2009 5:18:55 AM
Lovely qriting dear man..enjoyed...Hugssss

Three Jewish Love Poems (Poetry) - 7/24/2009 7:10:39 PM
Wonderful, heartfelt and moving poems, my friend. You never cease to amaze me!! Always, Micki

Shacharis Musings (revised and published) (Poetry) - 7/24/2009 2:51:01 AM
This is absolutely beautiful,I enjoy it,take care EDWIN

Shacharis Musings (revised and published) (Poetry) - 7/23/2009 7:50:35 AM
Again ... graceful thoughts that flow like the purest rills richard

Shacharis Musings (Poetry) - 7/22/2009 9:40:29 AM
Graceful thoughts that flow like pure rills

Three Jewish Love Poems (Poetry) - 7/22/2009 2:10:49 AM
Thank you for sharing these poems,I enjoy them,take care.Great work EDWIN

Zac's Lilies (Poetry) - 7/5/2009 7:19:57 PM
Alan, That was lovely!! Always, Micki

Shacharis Musings (Poetry) - 4/21/2009 4:57:52 AM
Beautiful, simply beautiful Alan. And thank you for the glossary at the end =) Linda

Revision of The First To Be (Poetry) - 1/31/2009 4:24:06 PM
what a lovely hymn Alan. "Arise each morning to sounds of the dawn," I can imagine it.

Revision of The First To Be (Poetry) - 1/30/2009 8:06:44 PM
This is wonderful--thanks for lettting me read it. Always, Micki

Studies in Poetry Revision (Poetry) - 1/28/2009 7:55:49 AM
great poem, the wording in one is ok, only keep in mind, that less is more.good job, randy c smith

A Father Loses His Daughter (under construction) (Poetry) - 1/26/2009 2:02:50 PM
I fully understand and feel your thoughts put into words. I too lost my 27 yr old daughter in Sept. of 2008 in a tragic auto accident...Its something I can Never overcome. She was my first born, and so very special to me.

Pleasantness and Praise (Poetry) - 1/17/2009 8:10:50 PM
Amen!

Lonely for You, Forever (under construction) (Poetry) - 11/27/2008 5:22:13 PM
I can never do this justice. I will simply echo Michelle's words (she's my friend) and hope you are okay with that. Love and peace, Regis