I am so glad you've dusted your typewriter off (lol). I knew something was wrong in Dodge where your wife was concerned and am so glad to have those details made known! I'm comfortable to pray knowing God knows everything though. I've been experimenting with Bard who is now Gemini. Not sure where I'll go with it just yet but... Hopefully your are up and running alongside your beloved for the next bit of time to come in good health for the both of you and the rest of your family as well. Blessings, Wanda F. Sewell
Excellent article, Steve! You brought to light what makes the difference between what we as hoo-mans write and what AI can throw together. You told a story that can't be put together in words on a whim unless you were prepared to tell it in its rawest form--straight from the heart and from your experiences.
I am so happy and relieved for you and Mary that the worst of the worst is behind you. I continually pray for you and your family, as this has been quite a journey. Thank you for telling that part about hearing the emergency helicopters flying by, as hearing that sound meant a lot to me, too--Mom and Dad at different times were transported by those to emergency care, and Mom told me the difference it made for her to have that care, as she mentioned she never wanted to go by ambulance again. Reading about the helicopters from your POV put a fresh spin on things. It also brought me to tears as I remembered the last time I'd see anything of Dad being at home (the house).
This kind of writing is exactly the kind of writing I want to do, along with other kinds of writing that I'm already doing. So, my hat's off to you and I thank you for showing all of us how it can be done. How it can still be done.
We had discussed that. Unfortunately, not every transplant can be a living transplant. Hers was one of those. Her sister offered, but it wasn't a possibility. Yes, it can be done. But not always. thanks for sharing!
As I read this, I worried with you, cried with you, prayed with you, and eagerly waited for each update you sent us when you and Mary were going through the dark halls of doom and glory, only to be repeated day after day.
I rejoice with you and Mary that the worst of the worst is in the rearview mirror. You both are so resilient and gifted.
Beautiful story, beautifully written, Steve. AI could not possibly have done that. We writers have nothing to fear. I liken AI to a brand new neighborhood of tract homes — each one the same as the next. Contractor-grade materials. Identical floor plans. Built quickly. No personality. But a few blocks away is a custom-built home. A lot of thought went into the design and planning. Each unique detail reflects careful consideration before implementation. Each room elicits “oohs” and “aahs” as the visitor is carried away by daydreams about what it would be like to live there. AI can help us—it can give our creative engines a jump start—but it can never truly replace the writer’s personal journey.
I am so glad you've dusted your typewriter off (lol). I knew something was wrong in Dodge where your wife was concerned and am so glad to have those details made known! I'm comfortable to pray knowing God knows everything though. I've been experimenting with Bard who is now Gemini. Not sure where I'll go with it just yet but... Hopefully your are up and running alongside your beloved for the next bit of time to come in good health for the both of you and the rest of your family as well. Blessings, Wanda F. Sewell
Excellent article, Steve! You brought to light what makes the difference between what we as hoo-mans write and what AI can throw together. You told a story that can't be put together in words on a whim unless you were prepared to tell it in its rawest form--straight from the heart and from your experiences.
I am so happy and relieved for you and Mary that the worst of the worst is behind you. I continually pray for you and your family, as this has been quite a journey. Thank you for telling that part about hearing the emergency helicopters flying by, as hearing that sound meant a lot to me, too--Mom and Dad at different times were transported by those to emergency care, and Mom told me the difference it made for her to have that care, as she mentioned she never wanted to go by ambulance again. Reading about the helicopters from your POV put a fresh spin on things. It also brought me to tears as I remembered the last time I'd see anything of Dad being at home (the house).
This kind of writing is exactly the kind of writing I want to do, along with other kinds of writing that I'm already doing. So, my hat's off to you and I thank you for showing all of us how it can be done. How it can still be done.
Hi Steve,
Donna Marhefka here...
I just read about Mary's surgery...
Did anyone talk to you about living donor transplants?
No need to sit on pins and needles waiting for a deceased donor...
My brother had exactly that a liver transplant...11 years ago (on May 9) in Pittsburgh
My niece (his oldest daughter) was a match and the donor... she gave 1/2 of her liver to him...both are doing well!!
Something for other folks to think about...too bad it didn't happen for you could have saved a lot of angst on you both.
I'm glad everything worked out for your family...that is not a fun thing to go thru...been there.
I pray that you and Mary will heal and have many more days together.
Sincerely,
Donna Marhefka
COS member
We had discussed that. Unfortunately, not every transplant can be a living transplant. Hers was one of those. Her sister offered, but it wasn't a possibility. Yes, it can be done. But not always. thanks for sharing!
Excellent article Steve! I enjoyed (and felt) every word!
As I read this, I worried with you, cried with you, prayed with you, and eagerly waited for each update you sent us when you and Mary were going through the dark halls of doom and glory, only to be repeated day after day.
I rejoice with you and Mary that the worst of the worst is in the rearview mirror. You both are so resilient and gifted.
I could never hope to write as well as you.
Thank God for His grace and mercy.
Thank you! And don't underestimate yourself. You're a good writer... and will become much better over time.
Aw shucks, such feedback gives me the impetus to continue forth. :-)
I didn’t just like this article, I loved it. And every part about storytelling and AI is true. Keep them coming. Miss not reading your stuff
Thank you, dear friend! I'll try to get more regular. :)
Beautiful story, beautifully written, Steve. AI could not possibly have done that. We writers have nothing to fear. I liken AI to a brand new neighborhood of tract homes — each one the same as the next. Contractor-grade materials. Identical floor plans. Built quickly. No personality. But a few blocks away is a custom-built home. A lot of thought went into the design and planning. Each unique detail reflects careful consideration before implementation. Each room elicits “oohs” and “aahs” as the visitor is carried away by daydreams about what it would be like to live there. AI can help us—it can give our creative engines a jump start—but it can never truly replace the writer’s personal journey.
Great analogy! Thanks for sharing that, Lisa! Wishing you the best in all you do.
Beautifully written, Steve.
I’m beginning to think your writing style is otherworldly. Perhaps you too are from the planet Ork? Nanoo nanoo
Shhhh... that's our little secret. ;)