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Recent Reviews for Rita P Hestand

Strictly Business (Book) - 9/16/2005 5:48:42 PM
Sounds to me this is a good story. Keep up the great work! Sandie May Angel a.k.a. Sandie Angel :o)

Nick's Baby (Book) - 5/1/2004 3:30:17 PM
I'm anxious to read this book.

Dealing With Writer's Block (Article) - 5/2/2007 1:19:36 PM
Some very good point here. And I'm glad I'm not the only one who talks to her characters;-) Thanks for sharing. Jessica.

Helpful Tips for Parents (Article) - 8/15/2003 10:20:10 PM
Wonderful article, Rita. You touched on the most important things in an easy to understand way. Gina

Helpful Tips for Parents (Article) - 6/10/2003 11:28:00 AM
Very good common sense tips Rita. Parenting is a rewarding but sometimes difficult job, we can all use a refresher course at times. Thank you Z

Helpful Tips for Parents (Article) - 6/8/2003 8:22:17 PM
Excellent tips, Rita! With a bit of polish, this would make a great article for a parenting magazine. (Note: When children become teenagers, the best tip I can offer is: Use duct tape to your advantage. Works for me.) LOL!

Dealing With Writer's Block (Article) - 6/8/2003 7:31:21 PM
Very good advice. I will take it to heart! :)

7 Points of Writing (Article) - 6/8/2003 11:24:48 AM
Good article, Rita. Simplified beautifully.

Make Up A Character (Article) - 3/5/2003 7:15:58 PM
well done

In Answer to a Suicide (Poetry) - 9/17/2009 3:24:58 AM
You nailed it! No matter why we "think" the person committed suicide, there is never an answer! How could there be nothing in life worth living for? Depression is one of the demons at the root of many suicides. Good job, Rita. Anna

Rationalizing War (Poetry) - 9/17/2009 3:22:35 AM
You are absolutely right! NO ONE wins a war! There is only loss of life and ruin! I agree there must be another way! Good job on this poem. Anna

Why Texas (Poetry) - 9/17/2009 3:20:28 AM
I feel the pride you have for your State. Nicely done Rita. Anna

Beyond (Poetry) - 9/17/2009 3:19:17 AM
Awesome write, Rita!! Loved the lyrical flow of your truths! Anna

This Christmas Thing (Poetry) - 5/27/2009 11:41:21 PM
Yes, nice write. Christmas is my favorite time. We are reminded of our Lord during Christmas. Yes, Jesus is always with us but He lives in our hearts and minds if we let him all year long! Blessings, JMD

For the Love of Chocolate (Poetry) - 5/26/2009 8:34:27 AM
Yes, I admit it....I LOVE chocolate! Nice job on this one Rita. Anna

For the Love of Chocolate (Poetry) - 3/15/2009 6:44:45 AM
Ahh an ode to one of my favorite things chocolate. Thank you. Anna

For the Love of Chocolate (Poetry) - 3/15/2009 4:10:01 AM
I'm indeed a chocoholic lol.After reading your poem,I feel like eating something chocolate right about now.I enjoy reading this poem,take care Edwin

For the Love of Chocolate (Poetry) - 3/14/2009 8:51:15 PM
Rita, I am so sorry I read this. I'm a chocaholic on a diet! I sure did enjoy it though. But some semi-sweet right now....yum! Mary

For the Love of Chocolate (Poetry) - 3/14/2009 7:51:13 PM
Wonderful and original. Nice job!

Why Texas (Poetry) - 12/18/2008 2:37:59 AM
enjoyed very much

Why Texas (Poetry) - 10/25/2008 8:11:48 PM
A good poem,I like it,take care Edwin

Why Texas (Poetry) - 10/25/2008 7:49:04 PM
Joined the Air Force to travel, put Alaska on my dream sheet. Six weeks basic, six weeks AIT, I'd be on my way there, or so I thought: nope. Came to Texas, never left. 25 years later, still here ... sigh. Never say never (during the massive heat wave y'all had in 1980, I was living in Utah. Every day on the news, they'd update the number of people who died because of the extreme temps: looked at my brother, said, "I will NEVER. Live in Texas." Famous last words!!) You're right about the weather and the pride of these fine people: well done. (((HUGS))) and love, Karla. Still wouldn't mind Alaska. =]

Why Texas (Poetry) - 10/25/2008 5:42:24 PM
I often ask myself that very question. I moved here from Ohio, and I am not really fond of Texas! LOL Good write, though!

This Christmas Thing (Poetry) - 9/15/2008 3:53:26 PM
A piece of wonderment and awe at that one time of year peace reigns.... Be always safe, Karen

Beyond (Poetry) - 5/8/2008 9:26:03 AM
We will find the answers through storms thick and thin. Nature can tell us a lot just by observing it. Ever notice the strongest sparrow drinks from the puddle first. Others must wait. Answers will come to us if we wait and patiently wait long enough. Good write.

The Wisdoms (Poetry) - 5/8/2008 9:24:37 AM
We are always learning wisdom and can find teachers to tell us many things. Good write, and we all have come far in this world and your poetry tell us we will see the light, keep trying and go on writing.

Where Our Heroes Ashes Lay(Enter in poetry contest, please) (Poetry) - 4/12/2007 8:31:40 PM
When I was a boy the battle of the Alamo was the source of my first childhood heroes,it helped that "Davy Crockett" was a big hit for Disney in the 50's in song and on screen. I used to love just to pronounce the names...Davy Crockett, Jim Bowie, William Travis, etc. As I grew up I realized I was a Mexican and Texas belonged first to the the Apaches and Comanches then to Spain then to Mexico, hence the Texan revolt for 'independence' from Mexico, the Texans (American settlers) having already attacked and routed the Mexicans in 1835 during the Texas Revolution. Anyway I don't consider General Santa Ana or his forces my heroes, being of the opinion that all territorial wars of agression (militant colonization) is wrong from a Christian viewpoint. (I'm Jehovah's Witness). Actually, being an American by birth and a Mexican by descent is no longer an issue with me; I love all races equally as being descendants of Adam and then through Noah's three sons. In closing, being a poet myself, from a poetic standpoint I really enjoyed your poem and I think the guts and glory of that bloody day might be found on both sides of the battle. At any rate from being a Mexican chapel (built in 1744) to a converted military fortress by the Texans, I think we should all remember the Alamo of 1836 for what it's worth, if only that it rallied the Americans to slaughter the Mexicans six weeks later at San Jacinto (General Santa Ana survived), and finally annex Texas to the Union in 1845 (which precipitated the Mexican War), yes, by the blood of the so-called defenders and martyrs of the Alamo. On a final note (as you already may know), "alamo" is the Spanish word for cottonwood. Thank you for your poem and your time. --Mike Cruz, Santa Ana, CA

I Remember Grandma(revised to print copy) (Poetry) - 3/1/2007 8:27:40 AM
Howdy Neighbor! Made me think of MY Grandma! If you get a chance, read my "Grandma's Kitchen" in my poetry section. I am betting you have similar remembrances of your Grandmother.

Where Our Heroes Ashes Lay(Enter in poetry contest, please) (Poetry) - 6/19/2006 11:28:18 AM
VERY NICE GOOD WORD FLOW

In Answer to a Suicide (Poetry) - 10/27/2005 12:40:19 AM
Very well stated. Why will always fill our minds. Best wishes Miller

Where Our Heroes Ashes Lay(Enter in poetry contest, please) (Poetry) - 6/19/2005 11:34:32 AM
Beautiful, Rita!

Where Our Heroes Ashes Lay(Enter in poetry contest, please) (Poetry) - 3/12/2005 7:19:58 AM
Splendid write....very well written...love n luck...BHUWAN!!!

I Remember Grandma(revised to print copy) (Poetry) - 9/12/2004 5:49:46 AM
Amen! I just love this one

Ode to a Mockingbird (Poetry) - 9/12/2004 5:48:59 AM
Lyrical and true! I'm in Houston, and the mockingbirds are such personable creatures.