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I am writing a Christian Devotional for Survivors of Sexual Abuse called 'Beauty for Ash and Stone.' It will be published in 2018. Two-time Nominee for Book of the Month on FanStory.
My poetry book, 'Broken Heart: The Blessed Road to Healing' is available on Amazon.com.
My novel, 'Sylvia: In The Cellar' is available on Amazon.com. Nominated for Book of the Month 4 times on FanStory.
'Abuse No More: A Journey of Healing' will be published TBD. Nominated for Book of the Month here on FanStory.
I'm a Biblical counselor and the founder of Bridle of Hope, an organization that pairs broken and hurting women and children with the unconditional love of horses.
The poem "Transformation" was featured on greengardenguru.blogspot.com by Jennpenn in the March 26, 2015 blog titled Winged Warriors.
The poem "Never Meant To Be" was published in Beyond the Sea: Sanctuary by Eber and Wein Publishing, July 2015. Available on Amazon.com.
The poem "Ready to Take Flight" is featured in Eber and Wein's Top Poets of 2016, released in 2017.
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MelB:
Thank you, Linda! Love you too:)
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 December 11, 2017 at 10:35PM
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MelB:
Thank you, Patty!
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December 11, 2017 at 10:34PM
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MelB:
Thank you, Phyllis!
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December 11, 2017 at 10:34PM
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FanStory wrote to MelB:
Congratulations! Enjoy the Ride is the new Story of the Month!
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December 9, 2017 at 12:13AM
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| Sankey: Praise the Lord! Well done Sis.
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December 9, 2017 at 12:24AM
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| MelB: Thank you friend! So excited about my first win!
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December 9, 2017 at 12:26AM
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| rama devi: Congrats!
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December 9, 2017 at 1:52AM
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| giraffmang: So pleased this one won. Congratulations.
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December 9, 2017 at 2:14AM
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| MelB: Thank you Rama and GMG! So excited about my first win!
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December 9, 2017 at 8:32AM
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| MelB: Thank you from the bottom of my heart to those who voted for my story! I'm so grateful and excited about my first win! God Bless!
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December 9, 2017 at 8:45AM
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| humpwhistle: Congratulations, MelB. Well done!
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December 9, 2017 at 8:47AM
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| Jannypan (Jan) : CONGRATULATIONS ! WELL DONE ! AWESOME !
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December 9, 2017 at 9:55AM
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| RGstar: Well done for that first win...so happy for you. Bravo
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December 9, 2017 at 11:09AM
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| Phyllis Stewart: Congratulations, Mel. Well written piece on a great service. :)
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December 9, 2017 at 12:45PM
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| Ulla: Congratulations. I'm so happy for you! xx
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December 9, 2017 at 6:16PM
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| l.raven: CONGRATULATIONS Melissa on a well earned win...love ya you...Linda xxoo
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December 11, 2017 at 7:19PM
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| MelB: Thank you Humpwhistle and Jan!
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December 11, 2017 at 10:32PM
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| MelB: Thank you, RGStar! Much appreciated:)
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December 11, 2017 at 10:33PM
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| MelB: Thank you, Ulla!
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December 11, 2017 at 10:35PM
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Dean Kuch: A hearty CONGRATULATIONS! on your win, MelB.
Well done!
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December 12, 2017 at 12:24AM
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| MelB: Thank you, Dean!
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January 13, 2018 at 12:36AM
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MelB:
Thank you for the wonderful birthday wishes, Margaret!
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June 4, 2017 at 9:59AM
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MelB:
Thank you for the birthday wishes Irish Rain!
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June 4, 2017 at 9:59AM
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MelB:
Thanks Linda! Love Snoopy and the balloons!
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June 4, 2017 at 9:58AM
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MelB:
Thank you to those who voted for Sylvia: In the Cellar for Book of the Month! A real honor for me to finish 3rd, right behind Bob and Margaret.
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May 6, 2017 at 11:07PM
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| damommy: I'm so happy for you. Great story!
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May 6, 2017 at 11:13PM
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| MelB: Thanks Yvonne! It's been nominated three times, but this is the highest honor so far.
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May 7, 2017 at 12:16AM
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| l.raven: HAPPY BIRTHDAY you...and many more...love to ya Linda xxoo
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June 1, 2017 at 12:27AM
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| Irish Rain: Happy Birthday!!!!!!
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June 1, 2017 at 1:06AM
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| Margaret Snowdon: Haaaaaaaaaaaaaaapy Birthday, my friend. xx
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June 1, 2017 at 6:20AM
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MelB:
Hi FanStory Friends,
Thank you so much for your kind notes, thoughts, prayers, and messages about the loss of my mom. I appreciate you lifting me up when I need it most. You are dear to me. I love you all and think of you as friends and family!
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February 22, 2017 at 1:12PM
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| Irish Rain: Prayers for you and your family, it is a hard time, I know.
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February 22, 2017 at 1:22PM
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Linda Engel: We love you, Mel. hugs
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February 24, 2017 at 8:22PM
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vwilks: Thanks so much, MelB. I will check out those sources.
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February 25, 2017 at 10:20PM
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| MelB: Hi Irish Rain, thank you! It is very difficult.
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March 4, 2017 at 11:52AM
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| MelB: Thank you Linda! Love you too.
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March 4, 2017 at 11:52AM
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| MelB: Hi VWilks, I hope it is helpful!
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March 4, 2017 at 11:53AM
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vwilks: Thank you MelB. I appreciate your comment and stars.
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March 8, 2017 at 12:07AM
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| vwilks: His family claimed that he could actually walk.
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March 12, 2017 at 12:19PM
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| vwilks: Thank you. Just noticed that you facilitate a women's support group. I may need to speak with you.
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March 15, 2017 at 12:39PM
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| l.raven: CONGRATULATIONS on your third place win Melissa...you had my vote...love to ya Linda xxoo
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May 6, 2017 at 10:17PM
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MelB:
Has anyone written a story about their life and published it? If so, I have a few legal questions for you.
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December 31, 2016 at 1:28PM
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robyn corum: Melissa,
I am so sorry about the loss of your mother. Praying for you at this time! Hugs-
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February 2, 2017 at 9:35AM
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| damommy: I just heard about your loss. I'm so sorry. You are in my prayers.
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February 2, 2017 at 10:44AM
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Jannypan (Jan) : Dear Melissa,
I will pray for you & your family. I am saddened by your loss. Take care in this trying time. Jan
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February 2, 2017 at 12:50PM
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Ric Myworld: Melissa,
there are no words that can ease the pain of losing one's mother. I just pray that God will give you strength through this difficult time.
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February 2, 2017 at 1:53PM
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| Irish Rain: So sorry for your loss. She is free now, and my prayers are with you.
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February 2, 2017 at 7:54PM
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| Mary Wakeford: Melissa, I wanted to express my sympathies in the loss of your beloved mother. I eiss you peace and lasting memories of your love for her.
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February 3, 2017 at 12:58AM
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| MelB: Thank you for your thoughts and prayers, Robyn!
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February 13, 2017 at 12:18AM
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| MelB: Thank you, Yvonne! Much appreciated friend.
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February 13, 2017 at 12:19AM
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| MelB: Thank you, Jan! I appreciate your kind words.
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February 13, 2017 at 12:20AM
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| MelB: Hi Ric, thank you! It's a tough time for sure.
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February 13, 2017 at 12:21AM
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| MelB: Hi Irish Rain, thank you! I know she's free from pain and in heaven, but I still miss her every day. She was not only my mom, but my best friend.
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February 13, 2017 at 12:22AM
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| MelB: Hi Mary, thank you for your kind words. I have many wonderful memories. Just missing her terribly!
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February 13, 2017 at 12:24AM
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| RGstar: So so sorry about your mum, Mel, didn't hear until now. My condolences, dear author. May timee heal swiftly.
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November 14, 2017 at 11:55AM
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MelB:
Wishing all of you a very Blessed Christmas and wonderful New Year! Thank you for your reviews, votes, and most of all, your friendship. I love getting to know all of you through your writing and our chats.
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December 17, 2016 at 2:58PM
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closetpoetjester: Merry Xmas to you MelB...I haven't been here as much this year due to family, work and book publishing committments however I plan to return to the fold here at FS more next year. Hope you have a blessed and joyous season.
Hugs P xx
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December 18, 2016 at 1:12AM
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| damommy: How sweet. You know how I feel about you. I'm so glad we're friends. Merry Christmas! 8-)
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December 18, 2016 at 1:49PM
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| MelB: Thank you closetpoetjester! Hope to see more of you in the new year.
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December 18, 2016 at 3:40PM
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| MelB: Hi Yvonne, thank you! So glad to be friends too!
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December 18, 2016 at 3:40PM
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RGstar: Good luck with th epublishing,Mel. Thanks for those beautiful words. I look forward to supporting your work.
Best wishes.
RG
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January 7, 2017 at 12:47PM
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| MelB: Thanks RGstar, I somehow missed your post. I appreciate the kind wishes.
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May 22, 2017 at 8:34PM
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MelB:
Has anyone published a book through Createspace? If so, I have a question for you.
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December 13, 2016 at 8:39PM
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| Mary Wakeford: Ideasaregems (Dawn Munro) just did! She posted about it on her profile a few days ago. She lived the process and available customer help line. Shoot her a message.
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December 14, 2016 at 11:08AM
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Dean Kuch: Gypsy Blue Rose has published two books using Create Space, Mel.
I'm sure she'd be more than happy to answer any questions you might have.
~Dean
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December 15, 2016 at 6:35AM
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| MelB: Thanks Mary and Dean!
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December 15, 2016 at 9:43PM
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FanStory wrote to MelB:
Mellifluous finished first in the contest "Teacup Dictionary"
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December 3, 2016 at 10:10PM
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| damommy: Congratulations! 8-)
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December 4, 2016 at 1:14AM
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| l.raven: HI Melissa, CONGRATULATIONS on a well earned win my sweet friend...love Ya Linda xxoo
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December 4, 2016 at 2:38AM
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| BeasPeas: Congratulations, Mel. Great job. Marilyn
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December 4, 2016 at 4:46PM
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| MelB: Thank you Yvonne!
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December 8, 2016 at 7:56PM
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| MelB: Thank you Linda and Marilyn!
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December 8, 2016 at 7:57PM
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MelB:
Happy Thanksgiving FS Friends! Hope you have a blessed and wonderful holiday! I'm looking forward to 4 days off work.
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November 23, 2016 at 9:17AM
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Kingsland: Thank You for your kindness...
A Happy Thanksgiving to you and yours...
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November 23, 2016 at 12:25PM
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| MelB: Hi Kingsland, thank you so much. Blessings to you.
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November 24, 2016 at 12:53AM
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| I am Cat: Happy THanksgiving, Mel
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November 24, 2016 at 12:23PM
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| MelB: Hi Cat, Happy Thanksgiving! I didn't know you were back, but glad to know you are:)
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November 24, 2016 at 10:19PM
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MelB:
I've reached reviewer level 50! How high does the reviewer level go?
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November 18, 2016 at 10:56PM
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| Kingsland: I'm at level 293 if that helps your thoughts process any for this subject...
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November 19, 2016 at 9:22AM
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| Dean Kuch: I am at level 150, and the seventh ranked reviewer.
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November 19, 2016 at 11:41AM
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| MelB: Thanks Kingsland and Dean! I was curious how high it went. Wow! I've got more work to do, don't I? haha
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November 19, 2016 at 2:54PM
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| Gloria ....: To put review levels into perspective, Adewpearl, (Brooke) has an unprecedented thirty-three (33) blue stars, Mel, you have four blue stars and I have four blue stars.
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November 19, 2016 at 3:19PM
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| MelB: Thank you Gloria! I hadn't even looked at the blue stars. It's almost my 2-year anniversary, but I see I have a long way to go. LOL
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November 19, 2016 at 4:14PM
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