I really appreciate you reading and responding, Jim! That is high praise coming from you. Thank you so much! Also, I see your new story in my inbox. Can’t wait to dive in!
What a beautiful telling of the tale through the artwork on the string. I really enjoyed how you told the story through the eyes of the postman. Thanks for brightening my day!
Thank you so much for reading and responding. I hear you regarding happy endings. I felt compelled to write one for the same reason, and I’m thrilled you enjoyed it!
Spotted this on the Today in Fiction section Justin! Congrats! Really lovely story that has lingered in the reader's mind (and heart!) It's basically food for the soul!
Incredibly clever, actually. Telling a story through the lens of something as innocuous yet deep as the "Art wall." And it was all told from an outsiders' perspective, without dialogue or meeting the family. Wonderful, really.
Thank you so much for the kind words and thoughtful comment, Bethel. I’d always wanted to write a story about an observer, an outsider “looking in” so to speak. I’m happy with where it landed, and I’m even happier to know you enjoyed it!
I got a chill at the end there, Justin. The good kind of chill. I like the perspective--solely through the eyes of a caring, respectful observer. Beautiful story.
A wonderful story with multiple layers of depth, Justin! I like that you told a story within a story through the eyes of an observer. Very powerful. Thanks for sharing!
So beautiful Justin. I love the way the art wall tells the story. You are so very clever, and your sensitivity as a man and a father really shines through on this one.
Thank you so much, Sharron. I appreciate you reading my work and leaving such thoughtful comments! For some time I’ve been wanting to tell a story in this manner and I finally went for it. Really happy you enjoyed this one! 😊
I really appreciate you reading and responding, Jim! That is high praise coming from you. Thank you so much! Also, I see your new story in my inbox. Can’t wait to dive in!
What a beautiful telling of the tale through the artwork on the string. I really enjoyed how you told the story through the eyes of the postman. Thanks for brightening my day!
Thank you very much for the positive feedback and kind words, Heather. I’m so happy you liked this story!
Wow! Really nice, Justin!
Thank you, James! 😃
Not just a great story, but a great telling of the story. And the ending makes me realize; there's been a shortage of happy endings lately...
Thank you so much for reading and responding. I hear you regarding happy endings. I felt compelled to write one for the same reason, and I’m thrilled you enjoyed it!
A lovely heart warming story, Justin. Really beautifully done. And, hey, I’m 52 and still keep finding things that surprise me 😁
Thank you so much for the kind words, Daniel. I didn’t mean anything by it, promise! 😄 I appreciate you reading!
Another wonderful and powerful story !! So gifted with your writing!!
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Spotted this on the Today in Fiction section Justin! Congrats! Really lovely story that has lingered in the reader's mind (and heart!) It's basically food for the soul!
Oh wow, thanks so much for the kind words and for letting me know the news, Chris! That’s exciting! 😀
Incredibly clever, actually. Telling a story through the lens of something as innocuous yet deep as the "Art wall." And it was all told from an outsiders' perspective, without dialogue or meeting the family. Wonderful, really.
Thank you so much for the kind words and thoughtful comment, Bethel. I’d always wanted to write a story about an observer, an outsider “looking in” so to speak. I’m happy with where it landed, and I’m even happier to know you enjoyed it!
Great read. Thank you.
Thank you, Colin. Very much appreciated!
Beautiful. I love the more minimalist approach, the story tells itsself and it has room to breath even if it means I'm holding mine.
That is a huge compliment. Thank you so much, JRQ!
What the hell, Justin?!!! 😭😭😭😭❤️❤️❤️❤️
So good. 🥲
Thank you so much, my friend! I had no choice…this one poured out! 😄🥲
I got a chill at the end there, Justin. The good kind of chill. I like the perspective--solely through the eyes of a caring, respectful observer. Beautiful story.
Oops, thought I replied to you but my comment was kicked below for some reason. Thank you so much for reading, Jim! I appreciate you!
A wonderful story with multiple layers of depth, Justin! I like that you told a story within a story through the eyes of an observer. Very powerful. Thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much for reading, Brian! It was a bit of an experiment in ways, but I’m happy with the result. I’m thrilled you enjoyed it!
Great heartwarming story Justin!
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Thank you so much, Matthew! And that’s wonderful to hear! 😃
Simple, down to earth writing stirring such complex memories and emotions. As always, Justin, well done!
Thank you so much for the kind words and high praise, Mark. I always appreciate you reading my work!
So beautiful Justin. I love the way the art wall tells the story. You are so very clever, and your sensitivity as a man and a father really shines through on this one.
Thank you so much, Sharron. I appreciate you reading my work and leaving such thoughtful comments! For some time I’ve been wanting to tell a story in this manner and I finally went for it. Really happy you enjoyed this one! 😊