Reviews on Written Works
Bellefontaine Examiner: 2 full page written story on the book of "History, Legends, & Folklore Of Christmas" by J. M. Rouse. Comments-"Remarkable"
Marysville Tribune: Full page story on her book of the "History, Legends, & Folklore Of Christmas" by J. M. Rouse. Comments- "Native touches the lives..."
RECOGNITIONS:
Honored by being the speaker at graduating class for the Joint Vocational Adult Basic Education Class.
Honored by asking to be a speaker to young teen mothers in Union County about the importances of traditions. "I was truly honored by the invitation. Although I was in awe with the most precious gift.", said J. M. when one girl later in the year told me she, "reads and cherishes her book all the time." (History, Legends & Folklore Of Christmas)
OTHER COMMENTS about different writings:
"You make me BELIEVE again, every time you write something like this and open your beautiful soul to everyone, just to give us a peek of what your divine gift is, Judy!!Thank you for being my friend..LOVE YOU..(and yes, Judy, there IS a Santa!!!):)"
"I loved the way you played with the form and words..like an elf. I ALSO believe in Santa. I loved this, it is so light hearted and "Devine. " Rain.."
"This is so different.I loved it. The text was good.I believe in Santa too"
"bravo! this masterful work of creativity defines belief of the
divine with abstract, brilliant effects, Sweeping expression,
your words cause the reader to lock into the flow, with a
state of confidence displayed throughout the meaning,
rendering faith with powerful universal insight, i loved this,
the meaning speaks on so many levels, and i cherish the
feeling you describe, the holiday spirit, Magnificent, take care, mike"
"Deliciously compassionate and giving words...and the way you presented them made it so enjoyable to read. I liked the use of different sized fonts and colors. So original! Yes, believing in Santa Claus IS divine...may a small part of you always believe."
"I like the way you think. This is an extremely heart-touching write, with a brilliant and true message behind it. The page is blessed to be graced with your' talented pen, as are we all...Hugz..."Jillian
"j, i love the way you open this dedicated work of heart and passion,
contemplating a full circle perspective, pain, laughter, joy, sadness,
the opening is captivating and creates a great foundation for whats
built upon it, this poem defines your emotional state of being,
like an open book, equisite imagintive imagery, takes the reader to the
moment of happening, implying understanding, to comes to terms with solace,
"my place" as place that exists in the heart, this poem is uplifting, and
your words flow beautifully artistically, as only a true wordsmith can pen!" Mike
Michael LaSalle
"WOW, thank you, that was an enlightening reading experience, absolutely "OK woman you got a point for reaching my attention here. I love this piece and you did a fine job at imagery. The point well maintained and the stab at the subject was well noted. "This was beautiful and played on my secret inner belief that there is a place our spirit goes when our subconcious mind takes control. Some call it lucid dreaming, maybe so but I like the idea of there being a place where our sould can roam, while leashed to our physical bodies. "J, the depth of emotion in your writing is staggering. Too often people say the words "I Love You" and don't realize the effect they will have on the other person....or the responsibility that they carry. Your words are thought provoking and wise." “Wow! I'm humbly honored, Judy. Thank you for your kind heart and words. You speak as one with the artists eyes you've been given. Keep using it!” Jerry Fee, Musician
swept me away, this poem is true wisdom, defining the complexity of soul,
written in sentimental fashion, powerful words cut straight to the heart of
understanding with a beautiful free flow aspect of thought design, eloquence,
knowledge, the depth is profoundly effective, expressed at a heightened
state of surrender, many pinnacle lines that justify your heart magnificently!
the meaning of this reflects the very definition of what it means to know
uncertainties of awareness, this is a great, emotionally charged writing!" Mike
That space between time and light creeps up our spine and indulges our essence of being and in turn reaches deep into the core of ourselves.
I think we all too easily forget to spend time on ourselves and actually stop and feel who we are.
I think your writing is amazing"Amor-de-angel
You reached in and captured the readers attention and most of all strongly worded that its OK to say "I love you" for this my lady I give three thumbs up.
Love you!
Love and Thoughts,"
Dostani
Fantasy? Yeah maybe but why not? Isn't that what dreams are made of."