Comments on The Pensive Quill: Getting a Dog

Well done Firinne very well written and a very go...

2013-09-06T19:14:12.895+01:00

Well done Firinne very well written and a very good story, there are lots people on here who could learn a few things from you , I am glad you made clear that her real name is Cleo, because your dad has called her loads of other names which can be very confusing

From Mick Browne Firinne - I'm in to...

2013-09-06T18:47:40.559+01:00

From Mick Browne

Firinne - I'm in total agreement with Robert, it was ingeniously constructed and yet it was also totally unaffected. Best I've read in ages.

Firinne, That is the saddest looking dog I have e...

2013-09-06T18:11:53.774+01:00

Firinne,

That is the saddest looking dog I have ever seen; Only kidding ;-) she looks great. Your story brought back memories of Judy, the dog we had throughout my own childhood, happy days.

Thanks for sharing it, it cheered me up no end.

Mick

Firinne, I love your piece here and I am so happy ...

2013-09-06T11:48:30.143+01:00

Firinne, I love your piece here and I am so happy you now have your doggy! Keep up the great writing, too! I look forward to reading much more from you!

Aww, Firinne, what a lovely wee story you wrote ab...

2013-09-06T11:47:12.703+01:00

Aww, Firinne, what a lovely wee story you wrote about your new doggy! It made me feel very happy for you and your family and your wee Bloom (if this is still her name). She looks darling and I am very impressed with your first piece here on your da's site. I look forward to reading more of your writing and it's so grand to see how your parents' writing has allowed you to feel confident in your own voice, a wonderful gift!

Excellent piece of writing Firinne!! My boys took ...

2013-09-05T21:52:08.820+01:00

Excellent piece of writing Firinne!! My boys took turns reading it and we all agree it is excellent and the dog a wee cracker! Can't wait to read more of your work.xx

Firinne, Really enjoyed that

2013-09-05T20:47:59.768+01:00

Firinne, Really enjoyed that

Here here... Great stuff! You can see the literary...

2013-09-05T19:50:48.607+01:00

Here here... Great stuff! You can see the literary skills already in place and the imagination to go with it - the ingredients of a great writer, just like Mum and Dad!

One things certain Firinne we'll be seeing you...

2013-09-05T17:21:18.438+01:00

One things certain Firinne we'll be seeing your name on the cover of books someday soon.

An enjoyable read and I know how your Dad felt, our son has wanted a wee dog this last few years but I'm certain that once he gets one we'll end up feeding and walking it while he kills Zombies in his bedroom.

Keep up the writing and I look forward to seeing more of your stories on The Pensive Quill.

Really enjoyed that. Great to see a young pen put ...

2013-09-05T17:11:09.078+01:00

Really enjoyed that. Great to see a young pen put to paper so well.

Anthony,

"I sighed" - that made me chuckle. I'm sure you cause a lot of sighs from your daughter. I await her confiding how you exasperate her.

Felt at ease reading that-a story about a days lif...

2013-09-05T17:11:08.496+01:00

Felt at ease reading that-a story about a days life well told-

I was half expecting the young Pup to be called Fido-but then why ruin a good tale-well done-

Again, thanks for the beautiful comments for her. ...

2013-09-05T17:01:35.726+01:00

Again, thanks for the beautiful comments for her. I am the third best writer in the house. Carrie is first with Firinne putting in a strong challenge. My 3rd place spot will survive until Ronan shoves me into 4th. And then Cleo will battle it out for me but I guess I will have to settle for 5th eventually.

My literary talents know their limitations!

Firinne, thanks for sharing your wonderful story ...

2013-09-05T16:52:13.642+01:00

Firinne,

thanks for sharing your wonderful story it brought back lots of old memories of my old dog.
We all know who the best writer in your house is but don’t tell your da I said that.
You write so creatively and I hope you keep at it and share some more with us readers on the quill it is certainly a refreshing change of pace a very human piece.

Firinne, Great story! I remember getting my first ...

2013-09-05T15:54:20.791+01:00

Firinne,
Great story! I remember getting my first dog and not by conventional means. My friend literally climbed over the back wall of a house where it appeared to be kept hail, rain or snow and opened the back door and we took her or rescued her as we thought at the time. My Da went ballistic but soon calmed down. She was an absolute gem and a beauty a black cocker spaniel, loved her to bits we all did especially my Da, never regretted snatching her not for a second.

Thanks to everyone for their lovely comments. I am...

2013-09-05T15:11:19.569+01:00

Thanks to everyone for their lovely comments. I am so proud of her. She will be delighted when she returns home from school and sees all the wonderful things said about her.

Good call Robert, Fluke is an excellent read.. Wh...

2013-09-05T15:05:52.961+01:00

Good call Robert, Fluke is an excellent read..

What I have just read could easily be the first page of a great novel. If that was entered into a short story competition it would probably win (deffo top three).

Ask her to post more Anthony. As Maitiu said, you felt part of the story.

10/10..

I became part of the story , stroking the pup. Ex...

2013-09-05T15:00:42.957+01:00

I became part of the story , stroking the pup.

Excellent writing from such a young lady , but , then again , No doubt she takes it after her Mum and Dad.

Plenty more to come from Firnne , and a novel or two maybe.

Good luck for the future Firnne.

Firinne Loved the story - well written, interesti...

2013-09-05T14:35:35.416+01:00

Firinne Loved the story - well written, interesting and a great read! Your dog is Cutesville 100 percent on stumpy legs – a gorgeous wee beastie. Dogs rule – I love them. The last dog I had was a fox terrier. When it was a pup it tore my place apart just for kicks when I was at work (it had a trillion toys to play with but no it wanted to chew on furniture) For years it would store bones under my pillow on the bed (a real treat for a midnite feast!) It demanded the best seat in the house and hogged it so no-one could sit on it. I do think it thought it was human at times! Every dog has its own distinct personality and they know when u are on your way home and they can read your moods quite well. They are clever critters - very loyal & usually very greedy lol and sometimes very sly!
Boxer eats sofa
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=90Gaf68_ph0

Lovely read. Find myself in total agreement with R...

2013-09-05T14:02:07.206+01:00

Lovely read. Find myself in total agreement with Robert. Truly something special.

Firinne, An ingeniously constructed piece of crea...

2013-09-05T12:50:27.984+01:00

Firinne,

An ingeniously constructed piece of creative writing for your age. All the more touching because our 'auld boy' passed away last night. So this was personally a very heartwarming read that displays innate skill and intelligence far beyond your years.

A recommendation if I may - James Herbert's 'Fluke'.

Maitiu, much appreciated. Obviously I am biased b...

2013-09-05T10:49:52.803+01:00

Maitiu,

much appreciated. Obviously I am biased because she is my daughter but I thought she could express herself well too. Thanks very much for your comment.

What a wonderful read. Very talented writing skill...

2013-09-05T10:35:27.862+01:00

What a wonderful read. Very talented writing skills. Really made me feel part of the story. It felt natural and organic. Certainly look forward for more to come.

Firinne, I remember that day so well. This is a ...

2013-09-05T09:06:32.301+01:00

Firinne,

I remember that day so well. This is a great story and I hope you write many more. You are a very good writer and there is a novel in you. So proud to be your dad.