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At Home in Mississippi

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Growing up in the 40 and 50 in MIssissippi

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Comment from royowen
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A marvellous post, I feel for you Beth, to have a hero let one down, particularly when young is heartbreaking, But, as they say, it's all part of that rich tapestry of life, I enjoyed this and read it out loud to my appreciative wife, who had been a beacon to her students over the years, well done, blessings Roy
Typo : their (summons) summoned? 2 had other(s) students. 3: From Swe()den speak.

 Comment Written 01-Nov-2024


reply by the author on 01-Nov-2024
    Thank you, Roy. I really appreciate the six stars. I've corrected most of the errors. But I will reread it. I appreciate you pointing them out. I had cat walking in front of monitor distracting me.
    Beth
reply by royowen on 01-Nov-2024
    You dud a great job, there was another one I missed, but you'll find it.
Comment from mermaids
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My mother dressed me until I was an adult, She was into clothes and fashion big time. I found clothes shopping boring. Your story is so enjoyable to read, I am sure many can relate. At least you managed to recite a story and won third place. I think many of us have had someone we looked up to disappoint us. Excellent writing here.

 Comment Written 01-Nov-2024

Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
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As ever, I enjoyed this story about your growing up but, sadly, Beth, I was distracted by the fact it clearly needed a proof-read before posting. Thanks for sharing. Debbie

clothes (weren't) a big priority...
Their mother summon(ed)
Dolly Part(o)n
Once when I happen(ed)...
(now that she's grown up) she does most of her shopping..
This is about a (a) teacher
I'd taken private lesson(s)
from her (to) do well
Sw(e)den

 Comment Written 01-Nov-2024

Comment from Dolly'sPoems
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You were very considerate to your Mom and her opinions about your dress. My kids soon had their own style and I had no control over what they wore. I enjoy thrift stores and you can buy some real bargains in them. We have 8 charity shops in my town and their business is thriving. I also give lots of my clothes to charity shops. I love recycling old clothing and often the material is better quality than new stuff. It is a pity that the teacher you admired so much had let you down like this, she was the loser here as your enthusiasm was to be commended.

I enjoyed your honest story here Beth, this is a good read.

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(This is about (a) a teacher)

Love Dolly x x x

 Comment Written 01-Nov-2024

Comment from Begin Again
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What a shame that a teacher would put herself in the position of hurting a student just because she wasn't working with her. That doesn't say anything good. You did your best, and she didn't come through. As for the clothes, I can relate to them. I always thought we were dirt poor because of the clothes I had to wear. When I learned my father could buy cars and pay cash, and take trips to Florida, I realized his priorities weren't how I dressed. Good one, Beth!
Smiles, Carol

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 Comment Written 01-Nov-2024


reply by the author on 07-Dec-2024
    Thank you, Carol. Mrs. Turnage was a interesting character. She should have been a fashion model or an actress. When you were paying her for lessons, she would really you special.
    Beth
reply by the author on 07-Dec-2024
    Thank you, Carol. Mrs. Turnage was a interesting character. She should have been a fashion model or an actress. When you were paying her for lessons, she would really you special.
    Beth