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It isn?t easy being me!!
I grew up in Kenilworth, Utah; a small coal mining camp in the mountains of eastern Utah. Life was good there. All of our fathers worked in the coal mine, making $500 a month, with a miner?s vacation every summer when the mind would shut down for two weeks. After my dad died, I felt very lonely as there was no one to play with.
Because we lived in the mountains, every day was an adventure. We'd go on hikes taking only a pint or quart bottle of water & a sandwich. Our mothers never knew where we were and if something ever did happen, one of the surviving kids would high tail it to town for help. My best friend growing up was Loel Hanson. In 1958, his family moved to northern Utah. I felt abandoned. We were poor kids, but the city kids thought we had the coolest lives, while we yearned for movie houses, and swimming pools.
I have written one book titled: The Adventures in Glenny Land. It is a collection of true stories from my youth. I wrote them for my grandchildren, many of whom will never get to know me personally because of choices that their parents made. I am working on 17 books right and I am a published author who is broke.. I am an American Patriot. I love my country and support the flag, our troops, and our American standards. In a day when people, the world over, cry out for help from the U.S.A., they in return hate us for being the greatest humanitarian nation on earth. Most of all, I love my Heavenly Father, and His precious Son, Jesus Christ.
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G.B. Smith:
I am ending the year with 10 operations and beating cancer. Moved to southern Utah to house sit for sister while she is on her mission for the LDS church. I got to meet my 20 year old granddaughter whom I had never met. She is gorgeous. I am looking forward to an exciting 2018. I doubt anyone will read this, but if you do thank you in advance.
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 December 16, 2017 at 3:18PM
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| Brett Matthew West: Sounds like you have had quite a year to remember.
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December 16, 2017 at 4:27PM
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| damommy: Good news. May you have many blessings in the coming new year.
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December 16, 2017 at 5:22PM
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| Amy Rowell: Wow! What a rough year! It sounds like 2018 is going to be a winner!
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December 17, 2017 at 1:42AM
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| Gloria ....: I didn't read it, but Merry Christmas and top of the New Year to you, GB.
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December 17, 2017 at 8:02PM
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| rama devi: So glad you beat cancer. SO sorry you had to go through ten operations. Wow! You're blessed to have such a positive attitude. Blessings, rd
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April 8, 2018 at 2:08AM
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| fluffnstuff: oh wow...i love the song "and it ain't easy to be me". i am sorry you have had to go through so much. i got 1st place on the poem My Cancer Heros. sounds like you have an enormously warm heart!!! We have a bit in common...my great great grandmother walked the trail of tears and made it....i have a picture of her dressed in a white woman's dress...bustle and all and she is very. unhappy. Cherokee a bit i am. Happy for you to be so in love. fluff
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April 9, 2018 at 8:02PM
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| karenina: Of course we read it. Your life is precious. Embrace every moment my friend. My prayers are with you always!--Karenina
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May 12, 2018 at 2:48AM
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G.B. Smith:
Having my left knee replaced om Monday the 20th at 10:15 AM. My right knee was done in August of 2016
I am excited to get it finished. I want to ride my bake again. Turning 70 in December and want to lose 50 lbs and ride the bike again. It stinks being unfit.....
Thank yall for your friendship and support since 1/2004
Bear
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March 19, 2017 at 2:21AM
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damommy: Good luck! Let us hear of your progress.
I've had six hip replacements due to avascular necrosis.
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March 19, 2017 at 3:19AM
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mrsmajor: The very best of luck, my son also had two knees done, and he's now even running as a way to exercise...Let us know when you're on the road again...
Take Care!
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March 19, 2017 at 11:18AM
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| Teri7: Bear, You will be in my prayers my friend! Best wishes with the procedure. Teri
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November 2, 2017 at 6:22PM
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| justafan: Happy Birthday!!🎂🎁🎉
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December 3, 2017 at 2:10PM
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G.B. Smith:
Severe medical problems since May 2016. I am just getting around to where I want to write again
Bezr
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February 7, 2017 at 1:32AM
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| damommy: Welcome back! 8-)
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February 7, 2017 at 2:15AM
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| DR DIP: great therapy
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February 7, 2017 at 2:19AM
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G.B. Smith:
It's now 2015 and I have seen my new year's resolutions fly out the door. It aint easy being me, but heck, I get the rest of the year to get my act together
Bear
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January 30, 2015 at 12:49AM
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| nelliesellie: I agree with you. I have the rest of the year , but wait, half of year is already gone. Oh well, there is always next year.
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July 27, 2015 at 3:03PM
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| I am Cat: Love you Bear... ;)
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August 30, 2015 at 10:46PM
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G.B. Smith:
Wyoming Jack is NOW listed in Fanstory as my newest book.
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December 9, 2014 at 2:25AM
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| Lovinia: HOOT! HOOT! I'm buying it for myself for Christmas ... nothing like a western for a holiday read! Congratulations Big Bear.
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December 9, 2014 at 2:33AM
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| michaelcahill: Awesome. We love to see that success!! Encouraging. Congrats.
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December 9, 2014 at 2:51AM
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| Selina Stambi: Congratulations, Papa Bear! Awesome news!!
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December 9, 2014 at 9:25PM
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G.B. Smith:
Library of Congress Registration Number TXu000883539 1998-11-27
Title: Love thoughts / by Bear.
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September 15, 2014 at 12:47PM
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| ChowChow: Glen, I must say Congratulations! Yeaaa! Etc. I am glad you are doing well your Publishing. chowchow
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October 10, 2014 at 4:14PM
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| G.B. Smith: Thanks sweetie pie
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November 2, 2014 at 2:24AM
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G.B. Smith:
This is the new front cover for Wyoming Jack. We couldn't find one we liked with a minimum 300 dpi until this one, I am stoked
Bear
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August 1, 2014 at 3:52AM
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G.B. Smith:
I just signed the contract with SBPRA to publish
Wyoming Jack. The last chapter is forthcoming. Please take a gander at it
Bear
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March 31, 2014 at 6:19PM
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| Selina Stambi: Congratulations, Papa Bear - how awesome!
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April 15, 2014 at 11:03PM
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| sunnilicious: I hope you're doing better. That's wonderful news. Congratulations!
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May 13, 2014 at 12:50AM
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G.B. Smith:
Today was rainny and I was sure my knuckles and joints would hurt, but they don't Reliv LunaRich shakes and tablets have had me pain free for over a week now, and to top it off, I have lost 38 lbs.
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May 28, 2013 at 10:46PM
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| Barb Hensongispsaca: Cant wait to try. The clinics for pain where I am are cancelling due to lack of funding. Have to survive
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May 30, 2013 at 6:25PM
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| Taffspride: Where can you get these? My knees hurt so badly sometimes I can't stand it.
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May 30, 2013 at 8:32PM
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Margaret Snowdon: 38lbs - that's amazing - I applaud you, Bear - and more importantly, you are pain free at last - I pray it lasts. I can't remember a day without pain - had the coccyx removed and then a bone in my right hand (where the thumb joins the hand) and still I'm in pain.
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June 28, 2013 at 1:22PM
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G.B. Smith: Thanks sweetie pie
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August 7, 2013 at 9:16PM
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G.B. Smith:
Ever have an irritating itch that you just can't get to? The last couple of days have been joyful and hideous. I want what I want when I want it, and i want it right now, but the universe is not cooperating with me. Friends that I love are being hurt, and friends that hurt them are killing me. Some days, it just don't pay to get outta bed
Bear
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May 16, 2013 at 1:43AM
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| waggers: Hey Bear - I knew you were a kindred spirit when you first responded to one of my whimsicalities. We have the same or similar slim svelte outlines and athletic outlooks on life - and you sing - thats the clincher. Main difference is that no one pays me to get outta bed. Congrats on Little Munch - hope it makes you a fortune.
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May 22, 2013 at 12:48PM
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| Teresa Paul: Congratulations on winning your writing prompt. I am so proud of you. You are so very talented and you deserved this! Have a wonderful, exciting day. Yours, T.
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May 23, 2013 at 10:54AM
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G.B. Smith:
Today has been a totally wonderful day. Little Munch will be going into book print by September. i.b. nelson is such a magnificent illistrator
Bear
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April 5, 2013 at 2:44AM
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G.B. Smith:
The funk is gone, the sun is shinning, and I am back on track
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January 17, 2013 at 7:50PM
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DIS-illusioned: Oh, but the funk is so...'funky'! Bring it back.
:)
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January 18, 2013 at 1:36AM
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| judelesemann: So glad to be back and see you again. It's been a long time since I had the pleasure of reading your great writing. Be blessed, Jude
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January 18, 2013 at 8:07PM
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| fauntee: I feel the same and its great to be back doing what gives me joy.
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January 25, 2013 at 4:26AM
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| sunnilicious: Hearts, candy and love... Happy Valentine's Day !
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February 14, 2013 at 4:14PM
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| Torrence Winter: Thank you for the congrats! Your page made my husband and me laugh. I enjoyed the outdoors as a younger me very much. Look forward to see youing around.
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February 16, 2013 at 10:42PM
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G.B. Smith:
I am in such a funk these days. Depression sucks eggs
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November 25, 2012 at 10:43AM
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shelley kaye: yes. yes it does. fortunately, i have "BWSAD" (backwards SAD). so.... the cooler it gets, the happier i am :)
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November 25, 2012 at 12:49PM
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| Eliza M: I empathise Glen B S! Its horrible!
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November 25, 2012 at 12:59PM
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DIS-illusioned: Some toast and coffee, and Depression'll be having breakfast. :-p
Hang in there; it'll get better. :)
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November 25, 2012 at 6:11PM
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MumEsGirl: Depression is just the pits. Trust me there is a way back. I have been bouncing back since 1983. Lots of love and hugs
kate
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January 5, 2013 at 4:03PM
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| EricDaGoose: Well, did you read my last story. It will make you laugh and smile all day long.
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January 8, 2013 at 4:20AM
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| Jean C Chimfwembe : Home at last, is a great story and funny in some parts. Congrats Bear!
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October 24, 2013 at 11:19AM
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FanStory wrote to G.B. Smith:
Congratulations! Home at last is the new Story of the Month!
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October 12, 2012 at 12:08AM
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| Meta~Mark: Congrats Bear, well deserved and an awesome Story, 7 stars pal!!!
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October 12, 2012 at 12:54AM
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| humpwhistle: Congratulations, Bear. Good story, good win.
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October 12, 2012 at 4:11AM
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| rama devi: *Congratulations!*
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October 12, 2012 at 10:38AM
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| cherylmelwoods: CONGRATULATIONS BEAR!! A TREMENDOUS ACCOMPLISHMENT!! Love and Hugs Cheryl xxx
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October 12, 2012 at 11:17AM
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| Maureen's Pen: Congrats dear Bear on your win:) Big Hugs
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October 12, 2012 at 2:38PM
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| speakup: Good on you Bear all the best,Ron
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October 12, 2012 at 5:46PM
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| Writingfundimension: Awesome win, Bear. Couldn't happen to a nicer guy! A well-deserved recognition for your excellent story. Bev
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October 12, 2012 at 7:10PM
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| Titanx9: Congratulations! It's a great story and you deserved the win!
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October 12, 2012 at 7:44PM
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| marilyo: Congrats on a well-deserved recognition from your peers, Bear!
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October 12, 2012 at 8:47PM
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| Mrs Happy Poet : congrats my friend well deseved
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October 12, 2012 at 9:45PM
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| Vladilynn: Congratulations Papa Bear!! Lol :0)
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October 13, 2012 at 12:26AM
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| robina1978: Many congratulations, my lovely Bear, on this huge win. Ine
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October 13, 2012 at 4:59AM
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| visionary1234: Congratulations Bear - you sure deserved this one! :) Sharyn
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October 13, 2012 at 3:43PM
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| Gloria ....: Nice one Bear. Excellent story! You are home at last.
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October 13, 2012 at 5:09PM
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| MidnightWriter4U: Congratulations on an excellent story! Well deserved honor.
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October 14, 2012 at 4:50AM
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| N.K. Wagner: Congratulations, Bear. Well done.
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October 14, 2012 at 7:41AM
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| MissMerri: Congratulations my friend! I loved your story, so couldn't be happier for this first place win. :") Happy smiles.
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October 14, 2012 at 7:21PM
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cherylmelwoods: LOOKING GORGEOUS BEAR :-)
When someone knows you for your flaws and all, that's what life is all about!! Have a great day!!
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October 22, 2012 at 12:22AM
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smudge: Congratulations. Excellent job
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November 11, 2012 at 2:28PM
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| cherylmelwoods: Hey Bear I've missed you heaps xxxx
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November 15, 2012 at 10:05PM
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G.B. Smith:
Going to be able to come home next week. I have been quite ill, but feel like I am going to make it and decided to write again. Thank You all for your kind reviews and prayers
Bear
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July 14, 2012 at 7:45PM
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| Joy Graham: Get better soon! Sending prayers and hugs your way :)
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July 14, 2012 at 8:18PM
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| Shirley B: Glad you are doing better. :)
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July 14, 2012 at 8:44PM
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| purrfect tale: So glad to hear you're well enough to come home.
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July 15, 2012 at 12:45AM
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| thebluestar: Sending warm thoughts and support Bear, glad to see that you are feeling better. xx
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July 15, 2012 at 1:14PM
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MissMerri: So glad to hear you're doing better.my friend. Many prayers going up for you.
Hugs,,, MM
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July 15, 2012 at 8:01PM
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| cherylmelwoods: Be glad to review your poems again Bear :-))
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July 19, 2012 at 7:27PM
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| speakup: hey! Bear, I'll try to cheer you up a bit. I have three invites for fans 1- a mermaid being born in newfoundland we have mermaids,it's true. 2 he's a painter, well what do you know, I'm a painter.3 a Bear, who's father is a miner, mine, was a Iron Ore miner, no he was an adult when he worked in nfld. Canada. smile, I need a pic also I'll work on that. Ron, Mermaid, Painter, and Bear, there's a poem in there somewherr
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September 29, 2012 at 8:41PM
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| cherylmelwoods: Hey Bear!! Your sitting pretty and looking GREAT!!! xxx
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October 3, 2012 at 4:40AM
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