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Beth Lee's avatar

Thank you Denise, this is beautiful and I appreciate your writing lessons as you reflected on the experience.

Denise J. Hughes's avatar

Hello, Beth Lee! It's great to hear from you! :-)

Jillian Stirling's avatar

Lovely story. But there is more ice and snow coming. The map looks ominous. Electroverse has all the information and explanation.

Denise J. Hughes's avatar

Electroverse? I've not heard of that! Interesting!

Judy Morrow's avatar

Simply beautiful, Denise, and I loved learning more about you--and how the Crayola box influenced your initial writings! Jennifer R is a poignant reminder of the power of stories and their ability to connect. Thanks for sharing and including your wise tips on writing. Kudos!

Denise J. Hughes's avatar

Hello, Judy! Thank you. It's so nice to see you here in this space. :-)

Sunny Simon's avatar

Denise, God gifted you with stellar writing skills which surfaced early in life. Your writing continues to touch my heart. Prayers as nation deals with another frigid storm.

Denise J. Hughes's avatar

Sunny, thank you for your kind words. :-)

Lauren Muller's avatar

What a lovely story, Denise! Very touching, and at the same time such a simple and solid reminder to those of us who aspire to write.

Denise J. Hughes's avatar

Thanks, Lauren. I appreciate you!

Debi Hassler-Never Forsaken's avatar

I love this memory and your advice is so helpful.

Denise J. Hughes's avatar

Thank you, Debi. I love that you are always reminding all of us that we are never forsaken. :-)

Kimberly Nyborg's avatar

Your story made me think back...I lived in Columbus, Ohio at that age and would long for snow. I really only remember one 'big' snowstorm. And pretty sure that there were very occasional light ones. I say that because I had a snow suit! It was a big thing for sure!

Today, it is typically at least five months of snow. Often late into the spring here in the "IceBox - of the Nation"! While you all have gotten some big dumps, we are so under our usual snows that we may remain in drought watch come summer. But there's plenty of months left until then.

Thank you for your story today. And I hope you still stay in touch with your Jennifer R. 😊

Denise J. Hughes's avatar

Kimberly, that is so interesting! I've only been to Ohio once, and it was in the winter. It wasn't snowing at the time, but I remember it well. It was definitely more wintry than I was used to! Personally, winter is my favorite season, but admittedly, I've never lived very far north where folks experience some pretty intense winters! :-)

Kimberly Nyborg's avatar

We have had plenty of cold but interspersed with a few above freezing temps. But oh my, can't believe the weather you all have had. A bit of an odd year!

God bless you Denise, I enjoy your writings!