The Worst Bird Dog in Montana
What the hell would Jesus do?20 total reviews
Comment from lyenochka
Loved your story and I don't know a thing about hunting but you had me laughing. Of course, the lie was to preserve the few things that Caroline held precious in her eyes and what a great relief that she went to the Lord happy. Congratulations on the win!
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Loved your story and I don't know a thing about hunting but you had me laughing. Of course, the lie was to preserve the few things that Caroline held precious in her eyes and what a great relief that she went to the Lord happy. Congratulations on the win!
Comment Written 07-Jan-2024
Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
Hahaha! Love that ending! And your story had fluency, pace and entertainment, making it an excellent read. I actually thought she was going to leave the dog to you in her will! Well done! Debbie
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Hahaha! Love that ending! And your story had fluency, pace and entertainment, making it an excellent read. I actually thought she was going to leave the dog to you in her will! Well done! Debbie
Comment Written 07-Jan-2024
Comment from barbara.wilkey
Thank you for sharing this 'Houston Moth Grand Slam storytelling contest. I enjoyed reading and I am positive that Jesus would have done the same thing in this circumstance.
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Thank you for sharing this 'Houston Moth Grand Slam storytelling contest. I enjoyed reading and I am positive that Jesus would have done the same thing in this circumstance.
Comment Written 07-Jan-2024
Comment from Daylily
A delightful story with a strong conclusion. Thankfully, telling a lie is NOT the unforgiveable sin. Still, we should avoid telling one as much as possible. White lies are still lies, but if they keep someone from being emotionally broken, I think it is not something to lose sleep over. After all, the Lord knows our heart and He can certainly tell if any malice was intended.
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2024
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A delightful story with a strong conclusion. Thankfully, telling a lie is NOT the unforgiveable sin. Still, we should avoid telling one as much as possible. White lies are still lies, but if they keep someone from being emotionally broken, I think it is not something to lose sleep over. After all, the Lord knows our heart and He can certainly tell if any malice was intended.
Comment Written 07-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2024
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Hi Lily, yes I think if a lie is told, it better have some righteous justification.
Thanks for reading and reviewing this story. I really appreciate it.
Comment from Annmuma
I love this story!!!! The truth of the lie was to be found in the compassionate reason for telling it. I supposed such lies are called 'little white lies'. Personally, I call them messages of love, respect and empathy. Great story and I saw no spag. ann
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2024
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I love this story!!!! The truth of the lie was to be found in the compassionate reason for telling it. I supposed such lies are called 'little white lies'. Personally, I call them messages of love, respect and empathy. Great story and I saw no spag. ann
Comment Written 07-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2024
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Hello Ann, yes I hate telling even minor untruths but I guess there are times they are justified. Like when my wife say, "Do I look fat?" I say, "Do I look stupid?"
Thanks so much for reading and reviewing this little story, and thanks for the 6-star review! That made my day.
Comment from Mrs. KT
Oh my goodness, Narvik!
Your story just made my day!
I was "hooked" from the beginning.
Okay.
That might be a little fib.
But I was definitely "hooked" from this paragraph on:
"I look down at this dog and, Geezus Christ. He was flabby, he walked crooked, he drooled constantly, and he always had a goofy look on his face. Despite Caroline's assertions, Chester was not bird dog material."
Loved your characterizations, flow of your story, and just the overall effect it had on me!
Smiles all around!
Thank you for sharing!
diane
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2024
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Oh my goodness, Narvik!
Your story just made my day!
I was "hooked" from the beginning.
Okay.
That might be a little fib.
But I was definitely "hooked" from this paragraph on:
"I look down at this dog and, Geezus Christ. He was flabby, he walked crooked, he drooled constantly, and he always had a goofy look on his face. Despite Caroline's assertions, Chester was not bird dog material."
Loved your characterizations, flow of your story, and just the overall effect it had on me!
Smiles all around!
Thank you for sharing!
diane
Comment Written 07-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2024
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I had no idea how this story would go over so thanks so much for your encouraging words, Mrs. KT. And thanks for the 6-star review. That's always cool too. Take care!
Comment from Julie Helms
Truly funny story! Poor Chester, just like his mistress, he was just being himself! He was barking in the woods because he had that certain joie de vivre.
I saw on your bio that you used to be a sheep rancher. I raised sheep for 30 years. Their intelligence was right about there with Chesters.
When the Bible tells us we are like sheep, it's not a compliment.
Thanks for sharing!
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2024
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Truly funny story! Poor Chester, just like his mistress, he was just being himself! He was barking in the woods because he had that certain joie de vivre.
I saw on your bio that you used to be a sheep rancher. I raised sheep for 30 years. Their intelligence was right about there with Chesters.
When the Bible tells us we are like sheep, it's not a compliment.
Thanks for sharing!
Comment Written 07-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2024
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Yes, farm animals provide endless possibilities for stories, as you know. I started writing a book about my sheep ranching days but never finished.
Thanks for reading and reviewing this, Julie.
Comment from Iza Deleanu
Ha, ha, ha that was a good ending, and sometimes I really wonder what Jesus will do if it was in our place? Truth can get you so far after all:) Thank you for sharing and good luck with your writings.
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2024
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Ha, ha, ha that was a good ending, and sometimes I really wonder what Jesus will do if it was in our place? Truth can get you so far after all:) Thank you for sharing and good luck with your writings.
Comment Written 06-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2024
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Thank you, Iza, for reading and reviewing this story. Happy New Year!
Comment from Ric Myworld
What a fun and entertaining story but I'm sure it would have playing on a person with conscience for telling a lie. But I think you'd certainly been forgiven for trying to make someone feel good about an obnoxious dog. LOL. Thanks for sharing. Wish I had a six.
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reply by the author on 07-Jan-2024
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What a fun and entertaining story but I'm sure it would have playing on a person with conscience for telling a lie. But I think you'd certainly been forgiven for trying to make someone feel good about an obnoxious dog. LOL. Thanks for sharing. Wish I had a six.
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Comment Written 06-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2024
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Hi Ric, thanks so much for your review. Always good to hear from you.
Comment from Navada
What a lovely story! There is sometimes a dilemma to face between keeping people happy and being truthful. In this case, I think it's pretty clear that you ultimately made the right decision. Thanks for sharing this.
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reply by the author on 07-Jan-2024
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What a lovely story! There is sometimes a dilemma to face between keeping people happy and being truthful. In this case, I think it's pretty clear that you ultimately made the right decision. Thanks for sharing this.
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Comment Written 06-Jan-2024
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2024
Thanks, Nevada, for reading and reviewing this story and for your comments. Have a happy New Year!
