There's a warm, comforting feeling seeing one of your stories pop up in my recommendations. I know I'll enjoy it, even before listening. And your introduction has always been a nice touch. It adds a certain something..
Re Picasso: To steal from one source is plagerism. To steal from many is research. I so enjoy each of your videos, so delightful. Thank you once again.
Oh my. I did not mean for my comment to be any sort of correction! I only intended to add to the view you mentioned about Picasso. Please forgive me. I never cared for Picasso, in any of his stages, as he was a mean, self-serving dreadful individual, so I can see him saying what you did. Again, forgive me for my lack of tact.
@@catherinejohnson8478 @ShortStoriesforDarkNights Hello Catherine! Just for clarification - I believe it was Wilson Mizner (screenwriter) who said, “If you steal from one author, it's plagiarism, and if you steal from many, it's research”... Have a lovely day! 😁
Gosh, that was utterly chilling. Poor Brian. I think some part of us all can relate to him, in our darkest moments. Let's try to enjoy every single day that we have... Brilliant writing and narration as always, Mark, thanks once again for transporting us into a different life and a different scenario, with all the hard work that goes with that. xx 🙂
I’ve had three flight delays already today. I’m tired of running around airports. I look forward to a hot shower, fresh sheets, a glass of wine, and listening to this tonight. 🛀🏼🍷🛏️ 📖
Well, I had to get a little me time to enjoy this story all for myself, and as always, I was not disappointed. Thank you so much! You don't know how much I look forward to seeing a new video from you pop up on either of your channels!
Hey Mark, once again your stories lul me off to sleep, the perfect antidote to my insomnia! Tried four times to listen to the end, but you got me each time. So, four cups of strength 10 espresso from my little coffee pod machine, I was finally able to get to the end without nodding off. Wonderful story! Your use of vocabulary and your detailed description produce better pictures than TV or film could ever do. I was in the surgery: I was on the doorstep: I wanted to pick up the phone! I’m going to need a new coffee machine soon!!! We’ll done! Keep writing! Coffee sometime??? On its way! Cheers! A .🤗
As one ages, sometimes the passing of a week, another month, another season can be disconcerting but your stories at the start of a new month make Time's passing so much easier- I wish I could put it more poetically as you can- Hugs from Ontario Canada
It is a tragic story of crime and punishment. In this psychological wonderful short story Mark John Maguire is basically perfectly describing a sense of unfulfilled potential, because the character was aware of his potential for greater things, but was unable to find a way to realize those ambitions; which ultimately led to frustration and a lack of confidence. Additionally, this lack of confidence contributed to difficulties in managing stress and emotions, leading to further challenges. Pain and suffering are always inevitable for a large intelligence and a deep heart.
Found your channel in my feed. What a wonderful find, a HUMAN narrator. I am working my way through your previous uploads, what a breath of fresh air you are Sir. Subscribed. Loving your content enormously. Thank you .
Another wonderfully written tale Mark! It's a chilly, rainy day here in southern Illinois. Perfect conditions to stay inside and listen to a tale of jealously and murder with a nice twist at the end.
Enjoyed this, of course. I wished for the sake of Bryan, that he left a written confession, so that everyone knew the truth about who did the actual design. Also, I grew up in Tower Hamlets for real. It's always been a rough place, but I loved it.. 🤗
You have such a wonderful way with words sir! I have 2 inquiries. What caliber of revolver was it and do you think the police solved lord satterthwaites murder?
I know little about revolvers, but I am guessing a .32... And would the police find out? I doubt it - it would be an irony that he really could have got away with it if he chose, but thought there was no point in his doing so...
The thought that has kept my finger off the trigger more than once is the idea that should I actually pull it, I will find myself in exactly the same situation, behaving the same way, being conscious that I've ended my life an infinite number of times before and will so end it an infinite number of times again, forever and ever. I have held this picture of my suicide for so many years I can't remember if it's mine or if I read it somewhere. I can date it's arrival to 1977 shortly after a boyfriend committed suicide by shooting himself in the head. It seems as if upon learning of it, my first thought was he'd have to pull that trigger for all eternity. Hell enough for anyone. That's the thing...there's no way to know what happens. I'm choosing the devil I know, life, or perhaps it's cowardice that keeps me alive. 🙄
Brilliant! Thank you 🎉
There's a warm, comforting feeling seeing one of your stories pop up in my recommendations. I know I'll enjoy it, even before listening. And your introduction has always been a nice touch. It adds a certain something..
Me too!!
It really is! It motivates me to finish my days work and treat myself to his stories.
Thank you very much, Dee - it is my pleasure!
Re Picasso: To steal from one source is plagerism. To steal from many is research. I so enjoy each of your videos, so delightful. Thank you once again.
You are welcome, Catherine - I stand corrected. Thank you!
Oh my. I did not mean for my comment to be any sort of correction! I only intended to add to the view you mentioned about Picasso. Please forgive me. I never cared for Picasso, in any of his stages, as he was a mean, self-serving dreadful individual, so I can see him saying what you did. Again, forgive me for my lack of tact.
@@catherinejohnson8478 @ShortStoriesforDarkNights Hello Catherine! Just for clarification - I believe it was Wilson Mizner (screenwriter) who said, “If you steal from one author, it's plagiarism, and if you steal from many, it's research”... Have a lovely day! 😁
Thank you! Finally - a real source for a quote folks say but can't attribute.
Gosh, that was utterly chilling. Poor Brian. I think some part of us all can relate to him, in our darkest moments. Let's try to enjoy every single day that we have... Brilliant writing and narration as always, Mark, thanks once again for transporting us into a different life and a different scenario, with all the hard work that goes with that. xx 🙂
Totally! Thank you very much, Mel!
I’ve had three flight delays already today. I’m tired of running around airports.
I look forward to a hot shower, fresh sheets, a glass of wine, and listening to this tonight.
🛀🏼🍷🛏️ 📖
You certainly know how to spin a riveting tale! I imagine you could've entertained kings & courtiers just as well 💚❤️💚❤️
You are very kind - thank you!
Loved the ending twist--timing is everything. I so enjoy your writing! Thank you, Mark.
Thank you very much - I am delighted you enjoy it, Beth!
Well, I had to get a little me time to enjoy this story all for myself, and as always, I was not disappointed. Thank you so much! You don't know how much I look forward to seeing a new video from you pop up on either of your channels!
Glad you enjoyed it, Sandi - thank you!
your vocabulary always amazes me , wonderful!!!...great story thankyou xxxxxxxxxx
Thank you very much indeed, Louise - I am delighted you liked it, and grateful, as always, for your generous comment!
Hey Mark, once again your stories lul me off to sleep, the perfect antidote to my insomnia! Tried four times to listen to the end, but you got me each time. So, four cups of strength 10 espresso from my little coffee pod machine, I was finally able to get to the end without nodding off. Wonderful story! Your use of vocabulary and your detailed description produce better pictures than TV or film could ever do. I was in the surgery: I was on the doorstep: I wanted to pick up the phone! I’m going to need a new coffee machine soon!!! We’ll done! Keep writing! Coffee sometime??? On its way! Cheers! A .🤗
Thank you very much indeed for your kind words, Adrian! It is delightful to read them! Take care.
Great story Mark, I really enjoyed the detail you have gone to. Not many real writer's left.
I agree - the research is so spot on and the story perfectly pitched.
Many thanks indeed, Glen - much appreciated!
I'm surprised you don't have more followers of your excellent story telling. Their loss but you deserve many more.
You are kind to say so - I think I am getting there! :)
I absolutely LOVE your stories! Thank you so much!
I am delighted to learn this - thank very much, Nina!
Cheers Mark.
Thank you very much, John!
As one ages, sometimes the passing of a week, another month, another season can be disconcerting but your stories at the start of a new month make Time's passing so much easier- I wish I could put it more poetically as you can- Hugs from Ontario Canada
I found your comment charming and poetic.😊
For me also - life is a strange thing and time is unknowable, I think...
It is a tragic story of crime and punishment. In this psychological wonderful short story Mark John Maguire is basically perfectly describing a sense of unfulfilled potential, because the character was aware of his potential for greater things, but was unable to find a way to realize those ambitions; which ultimately led to frustration and a lack of confidence. Additionally, this lack of confidence contributed to difficulties in managing stress and emotions, leading to further challenges. Pain and suffering are always inevitable for a large intelligence and a deep heart.
Thank you very much, Madonna - it is a great pleasure for me to read your comment and know my work has met with satisfaction!
Very good, as always. Beautifully written.
Thank you very much - I am glad you think so!
That's such a sad story 😢
Thank you for another wonderful tale.
It is my pleasure - thank you.
Well written and well narrated SAD story. Thank you for sharing it.
You are welcome!
Another brilliant story! This one is so sad, too. A life ruined by a jealous, powerful man and two lives ended by a misdiagnosis
Thank you, Merla - I agree it was a sadder one than usual.
Very good indeed. I like your descriptions of the small details.
Thank you very much, Wendy!
Great story ,brilliantly told as usual 💯🇬🇧❤️love Joy x
You're very kind - thank you Joy!
Always wonderful Mark! That dark inevitability of Greek tragedy masked so well in story!
Ah thank you, Joel - very nice observation!
Just discovered your short story channel, soo pleased!!
Thank you very much - I'm pleased you found it, Claire!
The best one you have done yet though i did anticipate a surprise ending. Your powers of descrition are excellent.
Ah thank you so much, Barbara - I am delighted you liked it!
Thank you for this
My pleasure - thank you.
Very thought provoking - thank you once again
You are welcome - thank you, Barbara.
This one pained my heart and soul. Your story telling and writing keep me magnetized, but, oh! the heartbreak. Thank you MJM.
You are so welcome - I agree... I was tempted to let her get away with it myself!
Found your channel in my feed. What a wonderful find, a HUMAN narrator. I am working my way through your previous uploads, what a breath of fresh air you are Sir. Subscribed. Loving your content enormously. Thank you .
Ah that is very kind of you indeed, Vikki - thank you! I hope you liked the other ones you found, too!
Another wonderfully written tale Mark! It's a chilly, rainy day here in southern Illinois. Perfect conditions to stay inside and listen to a tale of jealously and murder with a nice twist at the end.
Ah thank you very much, Boris - so pleased you enjoyed it!
You're welcome@@ShortStoriesforDarkNights
Spectacular story Mark! Bravo!!! 🎉🎉🎉
Glad you enjoyed it - many thanks!
Thourally enjoyable tale, from start to finish. Many thanks Mark, always a pleasure to listen to one of your stories.
Many thanks indeed, Shaun - so glad you liked it!
Enjoyed this, of course. I wished for the sake of Bryan, that he left a written confession, so that everyone knew the truth about who did the actual design. Also, I grew up in Tower Hamlets for real. It's always been a rough place, but I loved it.. 🤗
Glad you enjoyed it, Jane - I think I have only been to Tower Hamlets once in my life, but it was many years ago and I do recall it.
Whooee!!! 👏👏👏👏👏⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
A very apt tale for 2024, sadly. Many thanks. ❤
Glad you liked it - many thanks!
Found it. You are such a great story teller. Thank you. ❤
Glad you enjoyed it - thank you, Suzanne!
I really enjoyed this, 😊
I am delighted, Kathleen - thank you.
You have such a wonderful way with words sir! I have 2 inquiries. What caliber of revolver was it and do you think the police solved lord satterthwaites murder?
I know little about revolvers, but I am guessing a .32... And would the police find out? I doubt it - it would be an irony that he really could have got away with it if he chose, but thought there was no point in his doing so...
Fantastic story telling as always - hooked to the very end! Thanks for your wonderful work 📚
Glad you enjoyed it - thank you very much!
Another brilliant piece of work that I must give a second listen to. It painfully strikes so many chords with me.
Thank you, Jared - with me also...
So good to see and hear you!
Thank you, Pam!
Superb! Thank you!
Many thanks indeed, Catherine!
Brilliant. Another masterpiece of prose !:-) 🙏💜⚡
Ah - thank you very much, Barry!
Excellent !!
Thank you!
Poor Brian!!!
SO sad!!! but thank you for the story!
Thank you for the comment!
It's so nice to see more of your spectacular work. (I remain convinced that you're a colleague - a fellow barrister. )
That is high praise indeed, Annie, and I appreciate it: thank you very much!
Love your stories, in bed EarPods in nothing better ❤
Thank you, Brenda - so glad you like them!
This was a really sad one😢
Good heavens…too sad. 😢😢
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The thought that has kept my finger off the trigger more than once is the idea that should I actually pull it, I will find myself in exactly the same situation, behaving the same way, being conscious that I've ended my life an infinite number of times before and will so end it an infinite number of times again, forever and ever.
I have held this picture of my suicide for so many years I can't remember if it's mine or if I read it somewhere.
I can date it's arrival to 1977 shortly after a boyfriend committed suicide by shooting himself in the head.
It seems as if upon learning of it, my first thought was he'd have to pull that trigger for all eternity. Hell enough for anyone.
That's the thing...there's no way to know what happens. I'm choosing the devil I know, life, or perhaps it's cowardice that keeps me alive. 🙄
Shelly, i too have had my finger on the trigger. For whatever reason we are both still here and it's a good thing !:-) 🙏💜⚡