The Last Picnic With Greta (Short Story) - 11/27/2025 4:10:54 AM
One true revelation spoke volumes about Greta's lack of compassion for anyone. A story with impact.
The Last Picnic With Greta (Short Story) - 3/11/2006 12:11:03 PM
A sad tale but very "true to life," Darlene. Thank you for sharing your gift. Love and peace to you,
Regis
The Last Picnic With Greta (Short Story) - 6/4/2005 12:02:37 AM
Powerful, sad and well done write
God Bless
Michelle!
The Last Picnic With Greta (Short Story) - 6/3/2005 1:26:00 PM
heartwrenching story, darlene, but very well told! BRAVA!
(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in tx., karen lynn. :( >tears <
The Last Picnic With Greta (Short Story) - 6/3/2005 9:24:11 AM
What a sad story. Sad becuz it's horrible to think that people really were and ARE like Greta. Thanks so much for sharing this heartfelt piece, April
Why I Am A Pro-After-Lifer (Article) - 9/19/2022 11:25:37 AM
Every word of your essay has the ring of truth. And they are all supported by a coherent theme, a sense of justice, and a keen wit. BTW, those elements are also the sum and substance of a well-written composition. Thanks, Darlene. I look forward to more of your wisdom.
I'm leaving it up to Julia (Article) - 7/16/2008 3:54:33 PM
Powerful write, you are in my prayers
In Christs Love
Michelle~
I'm leaving it up to Julia (Article) - 10/16/2005 1:44:15 PM
It sounds to me like the act of writing this article serves some rhetorical purpose for you. I think you are trying to convince yourself to go and find her but, then again, maybe not. You are wasting your time, I'm afraid. If I were you I would act now, before your condition worsens to the point where action is not possible. The results may be bad: she may not wish to know you at all. Then again they may be good: she may be glad you made the first move. You say she's 21? That's all fine and well but at that age we are all still growing and maturing, in many different ways. Either way you will know for sure. Don't put off for tomorrow what you can do today, for tomorrow may never come.
Massachusetts to Dialysis Patients: Keep Sitting On Your Butts (Article) - 9/19/2005 10:53:26 AM
Ah, another person with chronic kidney disease struggling with the downside of the medical services bureaucracy ... after three years (since July, 2002) I have become VERY familiar with that side of the "business" ...
Luckily I have a core group of medical care providers at the clinics of UMDNJ (University of Medicine and Dentisty, New Jersy) and it's hospital, University Hospital, in Newark, NJ, who provide superior care. (I love those shiney-faced residents all practicing their new and improved bedside manner on me!)
The other thing in my favor is that the Essex County Division of Aging and the State of New Jersey's Department of Health and Senior Services
are assertive in their support of Senior Citizens like me.
Again, superior writing ...
Best,
Gus
Hilding "Gus" Lindquist
Why I Am A Pro-After-Lifer (Article) - 9/19/2005 10:42:52 AM
This is definitely evidence of an active mind ... plus it has the energy of a superior writer's use of language ...
Good stuff!
Best,
Gus
Hilding "Gus" Lindquist
The Infamous "Potential" (Article) - 9/19/2005 10:38:16 AM
OK, you definitely have "potential" as a writer ... in this essay, it is "realized" potential.
This was about as good a piece as I have read in a long time ... clear concrete language with active verbs ... with an interweaving of issues ... the next to last paragraph beginning with "Every year would start off well, ... " is an excellent example of that dynamic, leaving the reader hungry for more.
I will definitely look for "more".
Best,
Gus
Hilding "Gus" Lindquist
The Infamous "Potential" (Article) - 8/5/2005 5:36:07 AM
Poor thing. My mother always told me that it was not the grades but what I learned that really mattered. I did well until a teacher gave me my first bad grade ever for a misused comma. An "F". I left the room crying. Then the teacher told my friend, "She's too hard on herself."
Factory Lesson Number One: Milk The Job (Article) - 5/13/2005 4:27:27 PM
You are so right. I've seen everything you've talked about, politics and all. My company doesn't seem to want to fire anyone. They lean on the better workers because they know they'll get the work out.
Bob H
Factory Lesson Number One: Milk The Job (Article) - 4/6/2005 8:13:11 AM
Darlene,
You certainly hit the proverbial (corporate) nail on the head with this well-done, extra-fine literary piece - I once worked in a factory that made wooden truces for homes and businesses - worked the grave yard shift; was so glad to get out of there!!
Blessings,
Robert
Factory Lesson Number One: Milk The Job (Article) - 1/17/2005 3:35:51 PM
You are right and before I became a nurse I worked in factories. You said this and it is about time.
Factory Lesson Number One: Milk The Job (Article) - 1/17/2005 3:30:30 PM
so true, dar, so true! i used to work in a factory for a brief time, and i heard and saw much! great write! :) (((HUGS))) and love, your tx. friend, karen lynn. :D (the factory job was the first job i ever had; it was for people with disabilities, and i worked there six months, which was how long the training period was.)
Why I Am A Pro-After-Lifer (Article) - 1/15/2005 3:55:44 PM
I certainly agree with this and hey my ghost friend has a habit of biting some really despicable people and I do mean that.
Massachusetts to Dialysis Patients: Keep Sitting On Your Butts (Article) - 12/21/2004 4:10:16 PM
Virginia did not share this policy and I had to drive myself back and forth to treatment as well. I agree with Karen and thank goodness I only had to have one kidney removed but I sympathize with you.
Massachusetts to Dialysis Patients: Keep Sitting On Your Butts (Article) - 12/21/2004 1:08:20 PM
so sad, then people wonder what is wrong with the world...
try to have a good holiday season, and god bless! you are in my prayers!
(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in tx., karen lynn. :( >tears <
those who DON'T need help get help, those who NEED it get screwed. i know....
Will The Real John Kerry Please Shut Up? (Article) - 5/26/2004 12:25:28 AM
Poor John. I doubt if he has the ability to shut up. He always supports both sides of every issue at one time or another. Nice article.
My 95th trip to Bonehead Medical Center (Article) - 5/3/2004 2:45:19 PM
so sorry you have to put up with aggravation; that is one thing you DON'T need! good write, though; thanks for sharing!
(((HUGS))) and much love, your friend in tx., karen lynn. :(
I Want It...But I don't Need It...But It's On Sale! (Article) - 5/3/2004 4:51:40 AM
I think a timer carried in the pocket might remind me. "Get out of the store...get out of the store now."
Great write! :)
My 95th trip to Bonehead Medical Center (Article) - 5/3/2004 4:48:05 AM
That is sad, but soooo true! I'm glad you had the fit. Sometimes a necessary strategy...
Thoughts on Genesis: 22 (Article) - 4/5/2004 12:46:15 AM
The Texas situation is beyond sad. The woman was found to be insane. Perhaps Abraham knew the voice of God well enough to realize that, even though it was out of God's character, it was indeed God speaking. I myself am not a religious individual, so I could never claim to hear the voice of God. I enjoyed your insight.
Whatever Happened To Hoofing It On Halloween? (Article) - 11/13/2003 7:31:07 PM
I agree. Aside from Halloween being safer in the old days, I resented the large number of older out-of-towners coming to visit. It seemed like they started visiting from three adjoining states.
Whatever Happened To Hoofing It On Halloween? (Article) - 11/12/2003 6:06:19 PM
Yeah, I liked those days too. Halloween has almost become a kid "industry". And some of them are not exactly kids.
Speak Now, Or Remain Forever In Seventh Grade (Article) - 9/7/2003 5:27:51 PM
I wonder what kind of work you would have been expected to do if you repeated the grade. We often surprise ourselves at the most unexpected times. You should always answer questions in a way that pleases the person who stares back at you in the mirror. Really well one, important article.
Dar's Guide to Dialysis Nurses (Article) - 8/23/2003 7:22:28 AM
It's a shame that you've known enough of these people to be able to put together a guide. But your great attitude is another reason you're still standing.
My 95th trip to Bonehead Medical Center (Article) - 8/23/2003 7:19:24 AM
Really interesting. I'm sorry for all your aggravation. I'm learning to no longer take good health for granted.
Make Up Your Mind (Poetry) - 6/4/2006 6:20:44 PM
So sorry to hear of this author's passing. I'm grateful that I'm able to read her poetry.
The Plan (Poetry) - 9/19/2005 8:03:59 AM
A most compelling offering, Darlene. Sad truth. Love and peace to you.
Regis
Make Up Your Mind (Poetry) - 9/19/2005 8:02:38 AM
Powerful in wisdom expressed, Darlene. Thank you for sharing this gift. Love and peace to you.
Regis
Make Up Your Mind (Poetry) - 8/15/2005 3:49:27 AM
This one is so good. There are so many of this type of parents, they really should wake up. Yes, they can't have it both ways. The child can only show love only when shown love.
Sandie May Angel a.k.a. Sandie Angel :o)
The Plan (Poetry) - 5/27/2005 7:29:15 PM
Children do have minds of their own for sure.
Very powerful write..
Thanks...
The Plan (Poetry) - 4/13/2005 10:41:27 AM
Darlene,
Uniquely crafted and finely penned ... outstanding!!
Best to you,
Robert
The Plan (Poetry) - 1/17/2005 7:38:38 PM
Powerful write, very powerful
God Bless
Michelle!
The Plan (Poetry) - 9/29/2004 5:37:27 AM
A very creative rather discomforting profile of abuse..Effectively penned and pointed. Well Done, Darlene.
Best Wishes,
Chuckie
The Plan (Poetry) - 5/31/2004 5:59:50 AM
A very powerful and emotive write.
Ironic Beauty (Poetry) - 5/22/2004 8:43:44 AM
Good write!!!
Ironic Beauty (Poetry) - 5/18/2004 11:41:57 AM
A thing of beauty,
I'll never be
My only out,
Is to keep being me.
Hank
Ironic Beauty (Poetry) - 5/8/2004 8:18:28 AM
Well said. This tells a lot of stories. A good looking facade often hides a lot of ugly secrets.
The People On The Hill (Poetry) - 4/27/2004 4:00:55 PM
well composed and lyrical...grand subject...well done, Darlene
The People On The Hill (Poetry) - 4/5/2004 12:49:27 AM
Beautiful thoughts. I love the theme as well as the structure. Nicely done.
The People On The Hill (Poetry) - 2/10/2004 7:08:13 PM
A well-sequenced free verse. Its communicative power is assisted by a good flow and an ability to convey appropriate, revelatory images. Thus, you have been able to share with your readers a personal experience created by poetic insight, enhanced by a tone of sincere compassion and understanding. Thanks for sharing, Jill.
The People On The Hill (Poetry) - 2/10/2004 6:01:10 PM
This is a very deep heart touching poem! Thank you for such a beautiful sharing.
Miscalculation (Poetry) - 2/9/2004 5:19:05 PM
This, like the other poems I've read by you, is a vivid tale, at once rich and simplistic. So much so, I think it's easy to overlook the obvious question one never bothers to ask: If aliens crashed and scavengers ate their bodies, would it affect the earthly scavengers? Perhaps MUFON or some such organization should study the coyotes, see if there's a difference between those in and around Roswell and those from elsewhere.
The People On The Hill (Poetry) - 11/12/2003 6:09:26 PM
If this was a nice world, it would be Christmas every day -- for those who won't make it to the next one, and for the rest of us too.
I met Death last night... (Poetry) - 7/25/2003 9:01:25 PM
Awww, but there is so much to do here first!
He'll be waiting when it's time!
Be the Blue Glass (Poetry) - 7/25/2003 8:58:44 PM
Do or Do Not, There is No Try! I am the long hair in a room full of buzz-cuts, the jokester in the most serious moment, I AM The BLUE GLASS, TOO (it also helps it's my favorite color).
The People On The Hill (Poetry) - 7/3/2003 10:54:22 PM
Thanks for sharing this one Darlene. Your poem highlights the important work of hospices, and tells a touching story well, without sentimenality, as Bess Warley pointed out.... Sara.
The People On The Hill (Poetry) - 6/28/2003 1:25:58 PM
this one really tugs at the heart-strings without being sappy. Reality, but spirituality, too...
Be the Blue Glass (Poetry) - 6/19/2003 7:54:05 PM
He thought all was black and white - until a bluebird told him it was red! Weird is what colours our world - go for it!
DJ
I met Death last night... (Poetry) - 6/19/2003 7:45:55 PM
I hear you Darlene!
This has got to be one of the best pieces I have seen here for a while. So much in a small package.
But please give him a raincheck. In the right light "life" looks pretty good too! Enjoy him while you may. - The other guy's not going anywhere.
DJ.
The People On The Hill (Poetry) - 6/19/2003 7:39:30 PM
Hi Darlene,
Indeed! Some celebrate Jesus at Christmas, some celebrate Him at Easter too - but Jesus LIVES! - every day.
Regards
DJ.
The People On The Hill (Poetry) - 6/14/2003 7:58:38 PM
Really nice and thoughtful. Great write!
The People On The Hill (Poetry) - 5/11/2003 8:07:52 AM
The Poet has poetized an esoteric, yet clear message from "The People On The Hill".
I Salute the Author of "The People On The Hill".
Andre Emmanuel Bendavi ben-YEHU
The People On The Hill (Poetry) - 5/11/2003 12:44:07 AM
This is so sad, yet so powerful. Great write, Darlene. Happy Mother's Day.
Jill
Go And Tell The Other Spiders (Poetry) - 4/27/2003 7:12:04 AM
we should respect all life, no matter how large or small...
Go And Tell The Other Spiders (Poetry) - 4/26/2003 11:23:09 PM
Love it, Darlene!! My family lets the Desert form of Daddy-long-legs live companionably in our house, and if we do have to clean the corners for guests, we sweep them up with the feather duster, and shake them out in the bushes so they have a chance to Live. :)
Go And Tell The Other Spiders (Poetry) - 4/26/2003 10:09:47 PM
I bet he just got turned around a bit. [smiles] Nicely done, and it is cute.
Miscalculation (Poetry) - 4/24/2003 5:05:32 PM
Darlene,
I enjoyed this piece, I read several othrs as well, you have a very intersting imagination, your thought process I find not only engaging but refreshingbas well, refreshing is a good thing! Write whats natural, and curled up next to your heart...
Rodney Evan Bohen
I met Death last night... (Poetry) - 4/23/2003 3:04:54 AM
Darlene, very mysterious write. Very imaginative.
I met Death last night... (Poetry) - 4/23/2003 1:13:27 AM
Awesome! Made the tiny hairs on my arms and neck stand up! Fabulous work! Linnie
Miscalculation (Poetry) - 4/10/2003 9:47:50 AM
Very thrilling! I liked "alien ass over teakettle"...gave me a good giggle. Teresa
Miscalculation (Poetry) - 4/10/2003 4:41:49 AM
Darlene, excellent poem. The desert hold many secrets. Mystery under the stars.
Miscalculation (Poetry) - 4/9/2003 10:04:17 PM
i'm sure the coyotes are howling... excellent!
Miscalculation (Poetry) - 4/9/2003 8:42:51 PM
Well done, but haunting
Welcome to AD!
Miscalculation (Poetry) - 4/9/2003 8:32:13 PM
Excellent poem.
Welcome to the Den
Peggy
Miscalculation (Poetry) - 4/9/2003 8:19:27 PM
Actually, the bodies are stored in a government facility in Dayton Ohio. I've had several abdutees as my clients and was with MUFON for many years as a field investigator.
Good poem.
And Then (Poetry) - 2/10/2003 12:45:37 PM
I to agree you sent out a great message! Very nicely written
And Then (Poetry) - 12/23/2002 5:07:55 PM
Beautifully expressive and sharp as broken glass, this is a meaningful work. I'll be checking back for more!
And Then (Poetry) - 10/12/2002 7:48:14 PM
Great job here and terrific message. Really liked this.
And Then (Poetry) - 10/8/2002 12:03:24 PM
excellent message and write!! DON'T DRINK AND DRIVE; they just don't mix!!! love, and (((GENTLE hugs))), your friend, karen lynn. :)
And Then (Poetry) - 9/19/2002 12:38:57 PM
I like the way you went into the mind of someone and then came up with this prose. Excellent work. Thanks for dropping by my port.
And Then (Poetry) - 9/14/2002 9:36:20 PM
This little slice of life is very immediate and believable, as if I were in his body.
And Then (Poetry) - 8/27/2002 1:47:17 PM
excellent message...great read. just slow down, your life ain't worth it to rushrushrush. DON'T DRINK AND DRIVE. (((HUGS))) and love, karla. :(
And Then (Poetry) - 8/26/2002 7:11:42 PM
Darlene
Extraordinariy insightful and creative.
My husband and I were recently caught in a traffic jam the went for miles and hours behind a fatal car crash--this helped me process out feelings I have carried from it for days. I thank you. Vicky
And Then (Poetry) - 8/26/2002 6:27:27 PM
Excellent message... and welcome to the Den.
Be the Blue Glass (Poetry) - 7/3/2002 7:43:41 PM
enjoyed the read ........ ;0)
Be the Blue Glass (Poetry) - 5/7/2002 3:32:22 PM
To be yourself is to be the jewel or the blue grass of your imagination :-) Good write.
Be the Blue Glass (Poetry) - 3/9/2002 4:34:13 PM
Been there...but you do it so well.
Gene.
Be the Blue Glass (Poetry) - 3/6/2002 8:54:29 PM
You sound like my kind of person :)
Be the Blue Glass (Poetry) - 3/4/2002 4:50:25 AM
I can totally identify with this. i've always been a quiet, introverted loner, and I proudly consider myself a freak.
Be the Blue Glass (Poetry) - 2/27/2002 1:29:22 PM
Wonderful! god made each of us unique, we are the ones who mess it up when we try to be what others think we should, or what we think is better. I learned that when we accept who we are, others will too...;-).
Be the Blue Glass (Poetry) - 2/25/2002 8:06:39 AM
Its beautifully written..way 2 go gurl!
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Be the Blue Glass (Poetry) - 2/21/2002 9:34:00 AM
I know the feeling to well! I am not a ruby and I'm not what another want me to be! I am me, there is only one Blue eyed fish!
Very good message!
Be the Blue Glass (Poetry) - 2/21/2002 3:44:11 AM
You go girl....I love blue grass.
Always be your self.
Sharon
