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To the Vocal Creators That Support Me... THANK YOU!!!

Thank You For Being a Friend!

By Rick Henry Christopher Published 2 years ago Updated 2 years ago 5 min read
Top Story - July 2023
Thank You For Being a Friend!!!

I was recently thinking about how I am totally grateful for the Vocal Creators that support my writing. As I grew up my mother taught me the importance of thanking those that 'help you along the way.'

Therefore, I want to Thank You!!!

But, just who do I thank. With this thought I devised a method in which I have calculated the 12 people that have supported me the most over the span of my last five published stories here on Vocal.

From these five stories (which you can see linked at the end of this article) I have added up all the hearts and comments from each person. Of course the comments are worth more points than the hearts.

In this article I am personally thanking each of the 12 people that have supported me the most as well as linking to their Vocal profile. Plus a small gift for each of you.

Thank you sincerely for the support and for being a friend. I am very appreciative of your kindness and generosity.

I dedicate the following song to you...

(The Following are listed in alphabetical order by the first letter in your profile name)

Babs Iverson

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Dear Babs, I love the little hearts you leave with all your comments. It fills me with a feeling of warmth. I just have to know that you are a kind and warm person. I also like the fact that you consult with me whenever you have an issue in your home such as your plumbing, etc. That makes me feel important and that's a good feeling. Most of all I love your down home style of writing. I always enjoy reading your stories of your day-to-day life and about your family. It's like I'm sitting right there with you in your living room. Thank you Babs for being a friend!

Cendrine Marrouat

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Dear Cendrine, I am so impressed with your talent and your skills of organization. You have a lot going for you. It is such an honor to me whenever you leave a comment on one of my stories and I appreciate it so much. Thank you Cendrine for being a friend!

Dharrsheena Raja Segarran

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Dear Dharrsheena, everytime I see your name in the comments section of one of my stories it brightens my day (even though my hands do quiver a bit Dear Mistress of the Dark). You are truly a kind and sweet person and I appreciate your dedicated support. But your support goes much further than just me. You are across the board with supporting Vocal creators. I don't know how you do it but you do and a lot of people love you for it. Thank you Dharrsheena for being a friend!

Donna Renee

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Dear Donna, I always love seeing your stories posted on Vocal + Assist on Facebook because I know that when I click through it's always going to be a great read. I appreciate how you have a sense of community and you communicate extremely well with others. Thank you Donna for being a friend!

Gerald Holmes

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Dear Gerald, your stories are so warm and beautiful and filled with wonderful and intricate detail. I know that when I read one of your stories I am going to be filled with the complete cycle of emotions. You are so very good at communicating your feelings and your stories and you have a knack for fully developing your characters. Thank you so very much for continuously supporting me and always commenting and hearting my stories. I appreciate your dedication. Thank you Gerald for being a friend!

HandsomelouiiThePoet (Lonzo Ward)

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Dear Lonzo, you are one of the first few people I met after I started Vocal + Assist on Facebook. You so eagerly would post your stories but your support for others was met with even more zeal and excitement. You selflessly put more back into the community than you take. I greatly respect and honor you for your desire to give. Thank you Lonzo for being a friend!

J. S. Wade

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Right from the start I recognized your ability as a fine writer. Story after Story I was engrossed by what you had to write and how you wrote it. Now about 2 years later I am still engrossed with your works. But not only are you a superb writer you are also a fantastic supporter. You understand the meaning of community and you dedicate yourself to those that are around you. I honor and respect you for such dedication. Thank you Scott for being a friend!

Mariann Carroll

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Dear Mariann, you are truly a sweetheart. It is so evident that you have a heart full of love. Your goal is not to be better than others but to help to make a better place for all. I always look forward to you interviews and I love the unconventional way in which you conduct them. Thank you Mariann for being a friend!

Mother Combs

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Dear Mother, I don't know who you are. Maybe I know you by a different identity on Vocal + Assist on Facebook. What I do know is you have come into my life about 2 weeks ago and now I see you commenting and hearting my stories. I am very grateful for your support and for your friendship. I hope to get to know you better in the near future. Thank you Mother for being a friend!

Randy Wayne Jellison-Knock

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Dear Randy, I love how when you leave a comment it is always meaningful and relatable. You maintain a semblance of joy and good cheer which is felt by all that read your comments. It is a blessing to know you randy. Thank you Randy for being a friend!

The Invisible Writer

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Dear Will, you made my list of Top Supporters! Thank you Will for always chiming in on my stories, poems, rants, and music lists (such as my recent Daryl Hall and John Oates: 40 Great Songs). Thank you Will for being a friend!

Tiffany Gordon

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Dear Tiffany, right from the very beginning you caught my attention with your often humor filled positive twists on the challenges of life. From the very first story I read I knew I wanted to be friends with you… and we did become good friends. Doesn't matter if not our friendship has been so good that we somehow morphed into cousins. Isn't that wonderful just like the caterpillar morphs into the butterfly our friendship morphed into cousinhood. Thank you Tiff for the many pieces of great advice you've given me and for being an ear when I needed to vent. You honestly and truthfully no the very challenging time I am having right now in my life and you know that, I'm sorry to have to say this, that my psyche is at a fragile state. I need friends like you right now to keep me from jumping off the ledge. Thank you Tiffany for helping me to stay somewhat sane in my crazy world. Thank you Tiffany for being a friend!

I want to thank a few others that have been popping in consistently:

Andrei Z

Antoinette L. Brey

Ashley Lima

C. H. Richard

Cezanne Libellen

D. ALEXANDRA PORTER

Dana Crandell

Dana Stewart

Holly Pheni

JBaz

𝐣𝐞𝐧𝐧𝐲 𝐛𝐥𝐮𝐞

Kelli Sheckler-Amsden

Kendall Defoe

Lamar Wiggins

Leslie Writes

Melissa Ingoldsby

Misty Rae

Novel Allen

Paul Stewart

River Joy

Stephanie J. Bradberry

The Dani Writer

Thank you, my friends!!! I appreciate your support and your talents!!!

With Love, RHC

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About the Creator

Rick Henry Christopher

Writing fulfills my need for intellectual stimulus, emotional release, and soothing the bruises of the day.

I’m an open book. I’m not afraid to show my face or speak my mind

Visit on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vocalplusassist

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  • L.C. Schäfer2 years ago

    You are so supportive of everyone here, an absolute pillar.

  • Brilliant article… and many new to me creators to explore! Thank you 🙏❤️✨

  • This is a great article! Congratulations on the Top story! 😊

  • Mahonry Franco2 years ago

    Man I love it when people get recognized. Great job on this!

  • Rui Alves2 years ago

    We have your back!

  • Judey Kalchik 2 years ago

    CMe back here to dive in again to the profiles of Talent you have highlighted. I live these compilations!

  • The Dani Writer2 years ago

    Rick, this was so awesome how you nailed the amazing character traits of those highlighted. Absolutely. Nailed. It-ahhh. It feels warm and fuzzy inside to know that other 'somebunnies' feel the same way and express it quite comprehensively. It means a LOT when we go through our individual chaos that drags us to the edge of the void and we feel that there's no strength left anymore and no point...then you get a comment or message from one of these delightful light bulbs! Makes you smile/laugh in spite of yourself and circumstances. A story for the record books Rick. Thank you for writing to the Writing World! Thank you!

  • Thavien Yliaster2 years ago

    Nice shout outs, and they all deserve it. I'll admit though, it does remind me of the one Heather did a few months back. Hell, You even got the same song placed in there.

  • Dana Stewart2 years ago

    Some great people mentioned, thank you for the shout out. The Vocal Community is like no other. Congratulations on the Top Story!

  • C. H. Richard2 years ago

    Some of my favorite writers and supporters too. Thank you for the shout out to. I also want to say thank you for your support too. Your comments are always well thought out and engaging. ❤️ Congratulations on your top story too.

  • Tiffany Gordon2 years ago

    Congratulations on your TOP STORY!

  • Another stellar reason we follow you. Your support is priceless...congrats!

  • Test2 years ago

    Thank you Rick! Got you. And thank you SO much for your support. You’re one a few people who are loyal and consistent and I sincerely appreciate you.

  • That was a valuable lesson learned from your mother. Your Thank You tribute is meaningful and thoughtful.

  • You are both a great supporter and a force to reckon with. Your care for us is contagious

  • Dana Crandell2 years ago

    Thank you for the mention, Rick! I have to say, as others already have, that your support of your fellow creators is outstanding, as is your writing.

  • Awww 🥰 thanks for the shout out! I appreciate you too! Your support and very thoughtful feedback is always a highlight and appreciated! Great piece you made and I thank you for your insightful kindness and talented writing ✍️ 💓💓💓

  • Cathy holmes2 years ago

    This reminds me of the one Heather did a few months back. Great minds think alike, I guess.

  • Gerald Holmes2 years ago

    Thank you Rick for this. I try to support writers that move me in some way and you are one of those people.

  • Awww Rick! This was such a sweet surprise! I'm so happy you like my comments! I guess I'm just so grateful to be part of this community so I try to give back as much as I can and I loveeeeee reading everyone's work as well! Thank you so much for mentioning me, I feel so humbled. Sending you and your mom lots of love and hugs! ❤️

  • What a cool song and article! Thank you Rick!

  • Thank you, Rick, not just for this wonderful article & shout-out, but for all the ways you've supported all of us. I'm sorry to hear that you've been going through a rough patch. I'm familiar with that ledge & if you ever need to visit, just send me a message. Blessings & peace to you.

  • Tiffany Gordon2 years ago

    Your Beautiful Heart shows through in this piece! Thank you so much 4 this unexpected gesture of kindness and for a wonderful friendship. You've been a true blessing in my life and have added nothing but depth and love! May God bless you always Rick Henry Christopher! You deserve it!

  • Test2 years ago

    Wow, Rick, thank you so very much for this lovely story and the gift! You made my day (and I hate Mondays!!!). It's always a pleasure to read your unique work!

  • J. Delaney-Howe2 years ago

    Very sweet Rick! Nicely done. Gave me the warm and fuzzies.

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