tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-352920971254096499.post4043914869631910222..comments2023-10-26T08:14:30.016-07:00Comments on Katie Gates: Stories and Opinions: Mom -- Faith, Sapphires, and White Light: Part FourKatie Gateshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01264642384901419402noreply@blogger.comBlogger7125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-352920971254096499.post-34164223253523451032011-06-12T22:37:46.660-07:002011-06-12T22:37:46.660-07:00It took me a few weeks to get to the end of your s...It took me a few weeks to get to the end of your story, but I'm so glad I did. WOW! I'm a believer.Collhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14152529375121423592noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-352920971254096499.post-69391651701432987642011-05-29T15:01:47.835-07:002011-05-29T15:01:47.835-07:00I just finished reading all four parts of this bea...I just finished reading all four parts of this beautifully-written story. When I was around 21, my mom gave me a diamond and sapphire ring, too, also in a platinum setting. She'd had it made from stones from her second marriage wedding ring. I only wear in on special occasions, but you've inspired me to wear it more often. I lost my mom when I was only 23. How fortunate you are to have had your for your journey into adulthood. This is really a lovely piece, Katie.Jayne Martinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01053366144206401836noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-352920971254096499.post-67287729808221340442011-05-27T10:53:30.995-07:002011-05-27T10:53:30.995-07:00Hi Katie, I have enjoyed reading all four essays b...Hi Katie, I have enjoyed reading all four essays but this one is special. This one explains so much yet leaves us thinking our own thoughts. A touching and soul searching piece. As others have said,beautiful.In my latest post I mention struggling to focus, reading your post helps somehow. Thank you!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-352920971254096499.post-38107953548980598082011-05-26T11:01:54.331-07:002011-05-26T11:01:54.331-07:00My absolute favorite of all your stories, Katie. Y...My absolute favorite of all your stories, Katie. Your heart is on the page, and shines through like the gem sparkle of your ring.<br /><br />My favorite lines: And whatever was blocking her future from her past was released suddenly. In a few short moments, she went from dying to living.<br /><br />And of course she came back for you, whether she knew that at the time or not. So very lovely - all of it.Deb Shuckahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03439395710731341021noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-352920971254096499.post-60392761885811292972011-05-25T11:15:09.218-07:002011-05-25T11:15:09.218-07:00This was heartbreakingly beautiful. Just so melan...This was heartbreakingly beautiful. Just so melancholy and elegant! Really, Katie, you have such talent that I am in awe of you!Linda Medranohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03440058568073764902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-352920971254096499.post-62287376765132780812011-05-25T05:34:14.993-07:002011-05-25T05:34:14.993-07:00I loved this story, Katie. When you ARE ready to g...I loved this story, Katie. When you ARE ready to give away your ring, you'll be able to choose someone who's ring-worthy...<br /><br />Thanks for sharing this memoir.Sioux Roslawskihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17924021828536277618noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-352920971254096499.post-84487433719309169732011-05-25T05:17:13.576-07:002011-05-25T05:17:13.576-07:00Great post. I did not read the beginning but your ...Great post. I did not read the beginning but your ending here really reminds me of what i posted today on my blog.C...https://www.blogger.com/profile/09382827565772645760noreply@blogger.com