tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397758960634925062.post4494353003988786298..comments2023-08-25T10:00:43.026-05:00Comments on Dreams, Deliriums, and Other Mind Talk: This Spirit, UninvitedNevine Sultanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/08794887684860140819noreply@blogger.comBlogger35125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397758960634925062.post-64097618932338531542009-10-08T20:53:01.091-05:002009-10-08T20:53:01.091-05:00ERIN - Our inner voices are sometimes that hauntin...ERIN - Our inner voices are sometimes that haunting, as to give us the willies. But they speak to us of truths that we sometimes don't realize, truths we need to hear. Yes, she did identify him, and that was the wake-up call, I suppose. BTW, sorry I missed your comment in my earlier responses... And thanks for stopping in again!<br /><br />DEBORAH - Thanks for always coming back, and for Nevine Sultanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08794887684860140819noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397758960634925062.post-85144952158658231642009-10-08T16:42:12.485-05:002009-10-08T16:42:12.485-05:00Nevine, words are your instrument, and you play th...Nevine, words are your instrument, and you play them like a harp...strumming each one into it's own concerto. You are brilliant. You are a precious spirit indeed. Again, bless you for sharing yourself...you could bestow no greater gift, sweet friend!<br />Much Love,<br />DeborahDeborahhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07721617095681822062noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397758960634925062.post-78343649247978356422009-10-08T16:30:50.128-05:002009-10-08T16:30:50.128-05:00Gypsywoman - I think we can all associate with so...Gypsywoman - I think we can all associate with some of the experiences in this story. Thanks so much. I'm very flattered by your comment.<br /><br />Rick and Monique - Thanks for dropping in, browsing around, and following. I hope you will always enjoy what I so love to share!Nevine Sultanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08794887684860140819noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397758960634925062.post-76067990293587650172009-10-08T16:20:54.818-05:002009-10-08T16:20:54.818-05:00Wow did I get sucked into that one. Totally.
I&#...Wow did I get sucked into that one. Totally.<br /><br />I'm a new reader and soon to be a follower.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16961377191597126990noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397758960634925062.post-66430632160053885012009-10-08T07:31:17.958-05:002009-10-08T07:31:17.958-05:00exquisite - and i must agree with vesper above in ...exquisite - and i must agree with vesper above in terms of favorite passages of favorite all:<br />"It's not the loss of Miranda that's grieving you, you know. It's your loss of her. This is hardly about what she will never have. It's about what you will never have. It's about you. Not her."<br />beautiful - and, as if you've been outside the window of "me&GYPSYWOMANhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03042621041213415958noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397758960634925062.post-57794222689552930122009-10-07T21:52:36.684-05:002009-10-07T21:52:36.684-05:00Sometimes in our naming, in our being recognized, ...Sometimes in our naming, in our being recognized, there's a greater significance. I like how her naming him throws him off that bit. <br /><br />She was an interesting character although, I can't say I liked her. She gave me the willies.<br /><br />erinWoman in a Windowhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14747858840088922077noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397758960634925062.post-61286428826431074002009-10-07T06:31:22.710-05:002009-10-07T06:31:22.710-05:00BELETTE - In many ways our relationships define us...BELETTE - In many ways our relationships define us, which can sometimes be good, but can sometimes come with devastating effects. When we allow for our relationships to dictate who we are, as Jason did in my story, we lose sight of ourselves when the relationship ends. Jason is lost having lost Miranda, and is searching for himself. But I think he might have just found himself...Nevine Sultanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08794887684860140819noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397758960634925062.post-57374410953481731212009-10-06T22:37:00.832-05:002009-10-06T22:37:00.832-05:00My favorite line in this piece and what all relati...My favorite line in this piece and what all relationships really do, they inform us who we are and that is why we often leave, :"I want you to know what you don't know about yourself, Jason. Or at least, what you tell yourself you don't know."La Belette Rougehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05686717070120116918noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397758960634925062.post-34598832195145093132009-10-06T20:07:15.545-05:002009-10-06T20:07:15.545-05:00AMIAS - Amsterdam is one of my favorite cities in ...AMIAS - Amsterdam is one of my favorite cities in the world. So much personality, so laid back - one can truly find oneself there. As for the story, I always hate to do this, but no, there won't be a Part 2. I'm finished with this one and on to a new adventure. But I'm happy to know you enjoyed it and lived with it for a while, as did I.Nevine Sultanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08794887684860140819noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397758960634925062.post-48629858563301485572009-10-06T18:20:36.827-05:002009-10-06T18:20:36.827-05:00A never ending dream. That was some story, Nevine!...A never ending dream. That was some story, Nevine! I was on the edge, didn't want to rush and yet wanted to know the ending at the same time. For a minute I became so engrossed, you know the saying, I felt like I was there. I loved the mask, it floated alone with me as I read. Need I ask, or should I beg; will there be a part 2? <br /><br />I have often said, if I am reincarnated, let it be Amias (ljm and liquidplastic)https://www.blogger.com/profile/14722413697537828830noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397758960634925062.post-56006161922471687272009-10-06T07:40:34.886-05:002009-10-06T07:40:34.886-05:00VESPER - It was a pleasure to visit your blog; I&#...VESPER - It was a pleasure to visit your blog; I'm always seeking the work of other writers, and your writing captured me. Thank you for your comments, and for joining me!Nevine Sultanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08794887684860140819noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397758960634925062.post-84412515111969673642009-10-06T07:18:33.181-05:002009-10-06T07:18:33.181-05:00Nevine, this piece is fantastic. I would have to q...Nevine, this piece is fantastic. I would have to quote most of it to point out the passages that truly sang in my heart...<br /><br />I must quote this, though.<br /><i>"It's not the loss of Miranda that's grieving you, you know. It's your loss of her. This is hardly about what she will never have. It's about what you will never have. It's about you. Not her."</i><brVesperhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12417602625059442986noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397758960634925062.post-22881357253894700682009-10-06T06:28:21.894-05:002009-10-06T06:28:21.894-05:00COMEINALONE - Your encouraging comment and those o...COMEINALONE - Your encouraging comment and those of others keep me dedicated to my writing, which I always enjoy sharing.<br /><br />STEPHANIE - Thank you for your kind words, and I hope to see you back soon!Nevine Sultanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08794887684860140819noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397758960634925062.post-45027594817679019742009-10-06T00:03:53.620-05:002009-10-06T00:03:53.620-05:00I too got lost in your words....
Found you via La ...I too got lost in your words....<br />Found you via La Bellete Rouge. You have a wonderful blog!<br />Warmly,<br />StephanieStephaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00648724530472982583noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397758960634925062.post-12350947842006060342009-10-05T21:13:26.031-05:002009-10-05T21:13:26.031-05:00I really enjoyed reading this. I always look forwa...I really enjoyed reading this. I always look forward to seeing what new things you've written.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397758960634925062.post-39298267258824587792009-10-05T16:11:36.422-05:002009-10-05T16:11:36.422-05:00JOAQUIN - Slowly pulling the reader in is somethin...JOAQUIN - Slowly pulling the reader in is something I really like to practice with certain types of stories that attack particular topics. With this story, I felt like the slow lure was more appropriate than the quick pounce. Thank you for visiting my site and reading my work, Joaquin.Nevine Sultanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08794887684860140819noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397758960634925062.post-24129149831762226842009-10-05T15:30:26.409-05:002009-10-05T15:30:26.409-05:00love how you steep us steadily into this - laying ...love how you steep us steadily into this - laying down one card at a time, letting us absorb the scene you're setting - from the foreshadow of "satanic smile" through the final transformation, a wonderful job of maintianing suspense even in amazing detail. "This wasn't the right time for anyone to be poking holes in the logic I had barricaded myself within." jumped outjoaquin carvelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03193680725157157864noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397758960634925062.post-51078589849047548352009-10-04T16:12:21.700-05:002009-10-04T16:12:21.700-05:00CUBAN IN LONDON - Yes, you got the point, exactly!...CUBAN IN LONDON - Yes, you got the point, exactly! And it is absolutely selfish, as are the majority of our emotions toward others. It's usually about us, if we really humble ourselves and think about it objectively.<br /><br />JASON - He got the shock of his life - a real wake up call - triggered by his own subconscious. But disengaging from the grief is exactly what he needs to do, yes. NowNevine Sultanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08794887684860140819noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397758960634925062.post-45990149003503843562009-10-04T13:53:17.132-05:002009-10-04T13:53:17.132-05:00At first, I thought of her as a more sensuous, whi...At first, I thought of her as a more sensuous, whispering Raven. To flit and flutter above his chamber door. A fatal pain.<br /><br />But then, no, she is his own warning, he is his own knowledge that he must break the pain before it consumes him. He has heeded the warning, I think. He'll feel the pain, but not be cremated in its fanned fire.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397758960634925062.post-88464273657981408672009-10-04T09:46:50.672-05:002009-10-04T09:46:50.672-05:00I was enthralled until the very end. But what jump...I was enthralled until the very end. But what jumped at me the most was the assertion that it was not someone's loss we mourn but OUR loss of someone. So true, yes it is. It might even be construed as a selfish feeling, this desire to possess that person and not even allowing them to disappear, or die.<br /><br />Excellent post. Many thanks.<br /><br />Greetings from London.A Cuban In Londonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16423293358605007539noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397758960634925062.post-49009099936504262092009-10-03T14:34:19.965-05:002009-10-03T14:34:19.965-05:00STEVEN - Now I'm really overwhelmed - with joy...STEVEN - Now I'm really overwhelmed - with joy, that is! Thank you very much for this, and for that wonderful blurb you wrote about my blog on your award post. You're incredible!Nevine Sultanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08794887684860140819noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397758960634925062.post-64530115316663888582009-10-03T13:48:25.065-05:002009-10-03T13:48:25.065-05:00Nevine: I have a surprise for you, please go check...Nevine: I have a surprise for you, please go check it out<br /><br />http://noexcusenoexplanation.blogspot.com/Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397758960634925062.post-47534378044382704372009-10-03T13:40:28.003-05:002009-10-03T13:40:28.003-05:00RENEE - Thank you, Renee. That's very sweet of...RENEE - Thank you, Renee. That's very sweet of you. I'll be sure to pass the compliment on to my wonderful mama, who chose my name for me! And you have a marvelous weekend, yourself!<br /><br />SHE POET - In my mind, when we grieve, just as when we do almost everything in life, we tend to do it selfishly. Thank you for your comment, and for your kindly granted award. I'm humbled!Nevine Sultanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08794887684860140819noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397758960634925062.post-86954310820503629652009-10-03T10:14:59.879-05:002009-10-03T10:14:59.879-05:00The unwillingness to let go: of memories, of love,...The unwillingness to let go: of memories, of love, even of self. I think you made an excellent point in your story which makes me wonder when we grieve, is it really about the absence of a loved one or our own loss of connection with them. You have amazing description. Beautiful writing.<br /><br />Stop by and pick up your blog award :)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7397758960634925062.post-15918596168496933882009-10-03T08:51:58.543-05:002009-10-03T08:51:58.543-05:00Have a good weekend and Nevine, I love your name.
...Have a good weekend and Nevine, I love your name.<br /><br />Love Renee xoxoReneehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11785932958464359112noreply@blogger.com