At Home in Mississippi
Viewing comments for Chapter 19 "My Uncle Willie"Growing up in the 40 and 50 in MIssissippi
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Comment from Ric Myworld
In your first paragraph you had a sentence that I've always considered smart thinking that's very true; although, I don't word it the same was as you. But people are truly creatures of their own environments. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 25-May-2024
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In your first paragraph you had a sentence that I've always considered smart thinking that's very true; although, I don't word it the same was as you. But people are truly creatures of their own environments. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 24-May-2024
reply by the author on 25-May-2024
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Thanks Ric. Feel free to share you wording. I appreciate the review.
Beth
Comment from EeanBlack
I liked the part about the figurines being considered idols. I started sculpting in clay when I was nine. I was a natural and good. That is until my pastor told me I was sinning against God by sculpting clay bodies. I quit. I'll never quit again. Thanks for your story.
reply by the author on 26-May-2024
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I liked the part about the figurines being considered idols. I started sculpting in clay when I was nine. I was a natural and good. That is until my pastor told me I was sinning against God by sculpting clay bodies. I quit. I'll never quit again. Thanks for your story.
Comment Written 24-May-2024
reply by the author on 26-May-2024
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Thank you Eean, I appreciate. I think people should be careful about thinging they are in a position of judging another, especially when it comes to destroying a God given talent. I hope I'll see you around again. I read your post an enjoyed your writing.
Beth
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How do I get more reviews? I read ad review all I can, but get no reciprocation.
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I would suggest you pick people whose work you like ane make them you fan. Sometime they will fan you back. Once you have fans they will ge notified when you post and will review your work. I will be one of your fans so I'll knwo when you post.
Beth
Comment from Wayne Fowler
The racism of the period between the civil war and the 1960s is sad, but easily understood. The mean-ness is not. What's pitiful is blatant racism now, 50 years after we should have become enlightened.
This is a very nicely written chapter.
reply by the author on 29-May-2024
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The racism of the period between the civil war and the 1960s is sad, but easily understood. The mean-ness is not. What's pitiful is blatant racism now, 50 years after we should have become enlightened.
This is a very nicely written chapter.
Comment Written 24-May-2024
reply by the author on 29-May-2024
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Thank you Wayne, Willie wasn't mean. I just picked the wrong hero who convinced him the what he was told as a young man was the way it should continue to be. I'm own father was the Archie BUnker type suspicious of all races other than his own. Mom shore whe wasn't but she was raised in that enviroment too.
Beth
Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
This is a wonderfully thorough portrayal of Willie, warts and all, as they say. I loved hearing about his latest venture and burying his statuettes in the garden! He lived in a time pre-emancipation when racism was rife. It's absolutely right that he should be described as you do in that context, without sugarcoating. I'm not surprised you devote a whole chapter to him. He was certainly a character you wouldn't forget in a hurry!
Small edit: para starting A short distance...(an) old man and his wife..
As ever, Beth, an excellent and vivid read! Take care Debbie
reply by the author on 29-May-2024
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This is a wonderfully thorough portrayal of Willie, warts and all, as they say. I loved hearing about his latest venture and burying his statuettes in the garden! He lived in a time pre-emancipation when racism was rife. It's absolutely right that he should be described as you do in that context, without sugarcoating. I'm not surprised you devote a whole chapter to him. He was certainly a character you wouldn't forget in a hurry!
Small edit: para starting A short distance...(an) old man and his wife..
As ever, Beth, an excellent and vivid read! Take care Debbie
Comment Written 24-May-2024
reply by the author on 29-May-2024
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Thank you Debbie, I appreciate you taking the time to get to know my Uncle Willie. He was a character. I'm sure most families have a few of them
Beth
Comment from royowen
It's fonny we can judge people of a former time for what we consider, but I've learned to perhaps leave some things in the hands, but knowing God the way I do, somehow, racial preference doesn't leave room for compassion. It seems to fly in the face of God being a respecter of persons, but any way, God is the ultimate Judge, beautifully written Beth, blessings Roy
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reply by the author on 28-May-2024
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It's fonny we can judge people of a former time for what we consider, but I've learned to perhaps leave some things in the hands, but knowing God the way I do, somehow, racial preference doesn't leave room for compassion. It seems to fly in the face of God being a respecter of persons, but any way, God is the ultimate Judge, beautifully written Beth, blessings Roy
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Comment Written 24-May-2024
reply by the author on 28-May-2024
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Thank you Roy, Yes, I'm glad it isn't up to be to judge others. I hope Willie got right with God before he died. I can understand why he was the way he was without agreeing with him.
Beth
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That?s right
Comment from Teri7
Beth, This was very interesting and you told it very well. Your Uncle Willie made me think of my Uncle Paul. They had a lot of characteristics alike. Thank you for sharing! love and blessings, Teri
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reply by the author on 28-May-2024
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Beth, This was very interesting and you told it very well. Your Uncle Willie made me think of my Uncle Paul. They had a lot of characteristics alike. Thank you for sharing! love and blessings, Teri
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Comment Written 24-May-2024
reply by the author on 28-May-2024
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Thank you Teri. Probably everyone one has someone in thier life a bit like my uncle Willie.
Beth
Comment from jessizero
I enjoyed this "character sketch" of your Uncle Willie. It sounds like he was quite the character! This was a very interesting piece, and I'm glad I read it. Thank you for sharing, and best wishes to you.
reply by the author on 24-May-2024
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I enjoyed this "character sketch" of your Uncle Willie. It sounds like he was quite the character! This was a very interesting piece, and I'm glad I read it. Thank you for sharing, and best wishes to you.
Comment Written 24-May-2024
reply by the author on 24-May-2024
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Thank you Jessi. You made my day. I was nervous about posting it because I didn't know how it would be received. To get six stars on the first review is really special.
Beth