Comments That Make Your Day

[Bazzle]

I'm glad that made your day! I'm surprised you managed to trace that comment back to me.

I am rather good at investigating

 

[TheLobster]

Maybe authors can always comment on their own stories without moderation?

If so, then that’s a recent change. I had commented back (because ‘replied’ is too strong a word on Lit) on my first few stories and those comments had to go through the queue just like the others.

More likely that AG is on the list, given she’s left over 250 comments.

 

[AG31]

Maybe authors can always comment on their own stories without moderation? Or maybe you're on "the list!"

These aren't comments on my own story. So maybe I am. I usually look to see my comment after it's posted. I'll be more intentional about it in the future.

 

[ElectricBlue]

I don't understand this discussion. Don't all comments show up immediately?

No. Until you have a certain number of comments (don't know what the threshold is, it used to be 100 when I passed it, years ago), your comments have a 2 - 3 day delay in being posted. This, understandably, is frustrating newer members on Lit.

 

[AG31]

More likely that AG is on the list, given she’s left over 250 comments.

I have?????? I would have guessed a dozen or two. Wo!

 

[Ianus4]

Maybe authors can always comment on their own stories without moderation? Or maybe you're on "the list!"

It seems to me that the site moderates even the comments that newer writers post on their own stories. Perhaps they get whitelisted after posting fewer comments, but it's not clear.

 

[AStrangeDesire]

Maybe authors can always comment on their own stories without moderation? Or maybe you're on "the list!"

I'm pretty sure I've had to wait to see a response comment appear on one of my stories (think it showed up a day later).

 

[BeechLeaf]

I last commented on my own story at the end of March, and had to wait for moderation just like I have to on anyone else's.

 

[metropolinational]

Maybe authors can always comment on their own stories without moderation? Or maybe you're on "the list!"

I don't think so. Up to the time when I got whitelisted, I was not whitelisted for my own stories. It was incredibly frustrating so have my replies to specific comments show up 3 days later!

 

[anthrodisiac]

What they said.

 

[dmallord]

I stepped back into my stories today to reflect on a few and found this comment on ‘The Orphan.’ It’s a reflection of growing up and events that helped shape my belief system.

Outstanding Read

I loved the tale. Bringing us to today’s world from WWII time frame made me go way back in thoughts and memories. In the 70’s we called them Children Homes run by various Christian organizations (71 to 74 for me). Your Larry from Korea, was my father-in-law (WWII B-25 waist gunner) and a friend who was a retired Maj Gen (WWII Col under Patton, Korea and Vietnam veteran). My military (Navy) time was 75 to 85 cold war time frame along with US Government service until 2016.

Your creation pulled way deep and helped me reflect on a wonderful journey I have had. I just hope that as you have shared your journey you were able to enjoy the warmth, emotion and balance you have shared. The pain is always under the surface. We cannot lose it we can just reflect and try to lessen the mental anguish. Using our experiences to help others as those who have helped us. You are on the list of helping others just by sharing your tales here.

Thank you for sharing this tale, it has helped me reflect and smile. Because all of those along the way in my journey who have lifted me from my valleys along the way.

I hope that the rest of your journey is smooth and as painless as possible. You have enlightened many with your tales.

Thanks for sharing your creations.

In friendship and fellowship,

Keep Writing, if possible,

 

[old_prof]

I just got this on my How To Be An Author on Literotica (from @TheNaughtyCraftsman)

Thank you

Posting stories feel like you're sending your toddler to kindergarten and the students are going to kick his/her ass as soon as they walk through the doors.

The sections on tags and categories was very helpful. Mine cover a wide range and I think I get stuck on that more so than the writing. The first one I posted, I didn't understand tags at all, and ended up having someone (Laurel...although I kind of doubt it) add them. What really wasn't a revenge story, turned into a storm if screaming anonymous people insulting me, my dog, their dog, and my extended lineage.

I loved that second sentence.

 

[bi_cathy]

There have been many awesome ones on Strings Attached Ch1, but the one that made me go “wait, what… oh” is this from @liliput1:

“You should listen to your friend Rambling_Chantrix. Texas A&M had a famous bonfire every year for 90 years. Then In 1999, it made national news, because it got too big, the students too careless, the burn got out of control, very bad things happened, and it became the infamous bonfire. Now there’s only an unofficial off-campus burn. You sure this is a slow burn, ma’am?”

5-star comment construction, no notes. “You sure this is a slow burn, ma’am?” can go on my tombstone.

Also, got this privately from @EarlyMorningLight

"Every Cathy story should be set in a drought to help explain why there are so many thirsty bitches.”

And I’m gonna print that, frame it, and stare at it when inspiration is low.

 

[Actingup]

I stepped back into my stories today to reflect on a few and found this comment on ‘The Orphan.’ It’s a reflection of growing up and events that helped shape my belief system.

Outstanding Read

I loved the tale. Bringing us to today’s world from WWII time frame made me go way back in thoughts and memories. In the 70’s we called them Children Homes run by various Christian organizations (71 to 74 for me). Your Larry from Korea, was my father-in-law (WWII B-25 waist gunner) and a friend who was a retired Maj Gen (WWII Col under Patton, Korea and Vietnam veteran). My military (Navy) time was 75 to 85 cold war time frame along with US Government service until 2016.

Your creation pulled way deep and helped me reflect on a wonderful journey I have had. I just hope that as you have shared your journey you were able to enjoy the warmth, emotion and balance you have shared. The pain is always under the surface. We cannot lose it we can just reflect and try to lessen the mental anguish. Using our experiences to help others as those who have helped us. You are on the list of helping others just by sharing your tales here.

Thank you for sharing this tale, it has helped me reflect and smile. Because all of those along the way in my journey who have lifted me from my valleys along the way.

I hope that the rest of your journey is smooth and as painless as possible. You have enlightened many with your tales.

Thanks for sharing your creations.

In friendship and fellowship,

Keep Writing, if possible,

That's a beautiful comment, and a heartfelt and apt sentiment that I'm sure many of us echo. I saw that you have signalled that your latest story is your last, and you're publishing it early to ensure that it goes into the world. I hope that you have some real and virtual presence around you for the next phase.

 

[bi_cathy]

I last commented on my own story at the end of March, and had to wait for moderation just like I have to on anyone else's.

I’ve been told the threshold is around 200 comments or so before your comments start skipping the queue. I’m at… oops… 1 comment.

 

[StrentWriter]

Simon_Masters has commented on your story
Peta / Sam
“Really enjoyed the story, however I have seriously struggled with the time hopping. Few continuity errors too, shame I think you're a good story writer.”

Fair comments, looking back I should have done better in the editing stage of the first novel. I’ve planned the second one out to the nth degree so hopefully comes across better.

 

[BeechLeaf]

You sure this is a slow burn, ma’am?

It was actually a pretty fast burn, as in, she was slack-jawed and catastrophically on fire from roughly line 1. The 'slow' part is only because you're keeping the ending from us for another five chapters, but it felt like a fast one where you snatched away the consummation. Probably the first time I've read the whole story twice on its day of posting. I tried to come up with another comment from my second reading, but (fun fact) puddles of goo don't write very well.

 

[anthrodisiac]

I’ve been told the threshold is around 200 comments or so before your comments start skipping the queue. I’m at… oops… 1 comment.

So, one comment every 15 years, so you should be whitelisted in... 2985 more years! We breathlessly await the day.

 

[bi_cathy]

So, one comment every 15 years, so you should be whitelisted in... 2985 more years! We breathlessly await the day.

My 2nd comment will be epic. Already drafting it for 2030.

(Seriously, though, I’m perfectly aware of how hypocritical it is that I ask readers to comment and send feedback, when I don’t. I am trying to do better. I thought the first step would be to pop by the forums and AH a bit more, esp since I’m not reading now. I rarely read when I’m in a high-inspiration writing phase.)

It was actually a pretty fast burn, as in, she was slack-jawed and catastrophically on fire from roughly line 1. The 'slow' part is only because you're keeping the ending from us for another five chapters, but it felt like a fast one where you snatched away the consummation. Probably the first time I've read the whole story twice on its day of posting. I tried to come up with another comment from my second reading, but (fun fact) puddles of goo don't write very well.

“Puddle of goo” was already perfect. And thanks for all the nice words on this and on previous stories. Please know that they are very appreciated, and they uplift me.

 

[anthrodisiac]

My 2nd comment will be epic. Already drafting it for 2030.

(Seriously, though, I’m perfectly aware of how hypocritical it is that I ask readers to comment and send feedback, when I don’t. I am trying to do better. I thought the first step would be to pop by the forums and AH a bit more, esp since I’m not reading now. I rarely read when I’m in a high-inspiration writing phase.)

I can see the headlines now: "bi_cathy stuns world with epic comment!"

Also, same. I'm trying to be better at leaving comments on more stories that I read if I have anything to say beyond that I liked it. I do frequent the Story Feedback forum for legit feedback, but I really ought to comment more than I do...

 

[TheLobster]

I’m perfectly aware of how hypocritical it is that I ask readers to comment and send feedback, when I don’t.

Most readers aren’t writers, so it’s not hypocritical at all.

 

[Bazzle]

My 2nd comment will be epic. Already drafting it for 2030.

(Seriously, though, I’m perfectly aware of how hypocritical it is that I ask readers to comment and send feedback, when I don’t.

I make the effort to write a comment on any story I read. Because I know how much I crave feedback.

If we writers don't comment on a fellow authors work...what hope have we got with the drifting readers?

 

[liliput1]

There have been many awesome ones on Strings Attached Ch1, but the one that made me go “wait, what… oh” is this from @liliput1:

“You should listen to your friend Rambling_Chantrix. Texas A&M had a famous bonfire every year for 90 years. Then In 1999, it made national news, because it got too big, the students too careless, the burn got out of control, very bad things happened, and it became the infamous bonfire. Now there’s only an unofficial off-campus burn. You sure this is a slow burn, ma’am?”

5-star comment construction, no notes. “You sure this is a slow burn, ma’am?” can go on my tombstone.

Also, got this privately from @EarlyMorningLight

"Every Cathy story should be set in a drought to help explain why there are so many thirsty bitches.”

And I’m gonna print that, frame it, and stare at it when inspiration is low.

D’awww. ‘Chantrix already used up “terrified” which was how I was feeling after that opening salvo. I get effusive late at night which is why Don’t Make Interpersonal Decisions After 10 PM will be written on my tombstone.

 

[ElectricBlue]

I can see the headlines now: "bi_cathy stuns world with epic comment!"

Also, same. I'm trying to be better at leaving comments on more stories that I read if I have anything to say beyond that I liked it. I do frequent the Story Feedback forum for legit feedback, but I really ought to comment more than I do...

You can't force a comment if the story's not worth commenting on. I reckon you should make your comments mean something, not just be there for the sake of being there.

It's fine to like something without raving about it. Keep the kudos for something special.

 

[gordo12]

A nice comment this morning on HOMELESS:

"Did you really have to make a 60-year-old man cry so much, Jesus! Thank you beautiful story"