Remembering Yesterday
Viewing comments for Chapter 78 "Long Distance Parenting"A widow's journey into her relationship with her
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Comment from Raffaelina Lowcock
You were certainly the ideal parents. My goodness so much to contend with in having three children away but at different schools. Not easy traveling back and forth. So many diverse interests and yet so much support from their mother and father. They were blessed to have you.
Your story is well written.
Ralf
reply by the author on 18-Nov-2020
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You were certainly the ideal parents. My goodness so much to contend with in having three children away but at different schools. Not easy traveling back and forth. So many diverse interests and yet so much support from their mother and father. They were blessed to have you.
Your story is well written.
Ralf
Comment Written 18-Nov-2020
reply by the author on 18-Nov-2020
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Thank you so much for the comments and the review. We tried but we were far from ideal. We made plenty of mistakes. There were many times when we didn't know how to react to some of the things that happened.
Beth
Comment from Hopeful2
Having had children away at college, I was able to find a sympathetic connection to some of the experiences you are narrating. We had a son in college 1500 miles from home, and he burned his hand in a cookout incident on campus--tough on him, tough on parents. Overall, while the story relates some real-life types of familiar happenings, the word choices, figurative language, and transitions could use a boost for reader engagement. Good luck!
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reply by the author on 17-Nov-2020
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Having had children away at college, I was able to find a sympathetic connection to some of the experiences you are narrating. We had a son in college 1500 miles from home, and he burned his hand in a cookout incident on campus--tough on him, tough on parents. Overall, while the story relates some real-life types of familiar happenings, the word choices, figurative language, and transitions could use a boost for reader engagement. Good luck!
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Comment Written 16-Nov-2020
reply by the author on 17-Nov-2020
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Thank you for the review. Your words are encouraging and I love that you share with me your own experiences with me. I was a little shocked at your rating since I've never gotten one that low before. Even a four star rating always comes with suggestions for how one's work can be improved so I wondered if that was an accident. If not I would hope you can tell me how you feel this could be improved.
Beth
Comment from Dick Waters
Interesting post with most of the kids away at school.
When looking to take out frustration, look for a soft object not a metal door.
One suggestion - ...bones in his hand. (Not hands).
My first wife's nickname was Ceecee.
Keep writing and enjoying it.
Dick
reply by the author on 16-Nov-2020
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Interesting post with most of the kids away at school.
When looking to take out frustration, look for a soft object not a metal door.
One suggestion - ...bones in his hand. (Not hands).
My first wife's nickname was Ceecee.
Keep writing and enjoying it.
Dick
Comment Written 16-Nov-2020
reply by the author on 16-Nov-2020
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Thank you Dick, I appreciate the review and comments. I'm glad you saw the error.
Beth
Comment from Mastery
Beth it is obvious by this chapter that it was very difficult having the kids away from you for long stretches like that. You are a strong woman, indeed and an excellent caring mother. Your husband must have helped a lot and the team of both of you got yo through those days. Bless all of you. Bob
reply by the author on 15-Nov-2020
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Beth it is obvious by this chapter that it was very difficult having the kids away from you for long stretches like that. You are a strong woman, indeed and an excellent caring mother. Your husband must have helped a lot and the team of both of you got yo through those days. Bless all of you. Bob
Comment Written 15-Nov-2020
reply by the author on 15-Nov-2020
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Thank you Bov, I appreciate the review. It wasn't easy having them so far from home, and I not sure how wise it was. They did make friends there which they've kept in touch with ever since. It some ways it was good for them.
Beth
Beth
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:) Bob
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:) Bob
Comment from barbara.wilkey
Don sound likes a typical boy. LOL Remember I raise four of them and have actually lived to tell about it. I enjoyed reading this as I always do and look forward to you posting.
reply by the author on 15-Nov-2020
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Don sound likes a typical boy. LOL Remember I raise four of them and have actually lived to tell about it. I enjoyed reading this as I always do and look forward to you posting.
Comment Written 15-Nov-2020
reply by the author on 15-Nov-2020
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Thank you Barbara. Yes Don was a typical boy and I don't know how you survived four of them. Of course girls are a problem too. Just a different. Boys are more physical and girls more emotional.
Beth
Comment from Mistydawn
It is hard to have the kids so far away. I'm experiencing that now. My son did the same thing as Don. This was one of several broken bones. Like you, I was wondering if he'd survive childhood. It'll be interesting to see how their relationship progresses. I'm glad the girls are doing alright. Your chapter is well-written, interesting. I look forward to reading more.
reply by the author on 15-Nov-2020
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It is hard to have the kids so far away. I'm experiencing that now. My son did the same thing as Don. This was one of several broken bones. Like you, I was wondering if he'd survive childhood. It'll be interesting to see how their relationship progresses. I'm glad the girls are doing alright. Your chapter is well-written, interesting. I look forward to reading more.
Comment Written 15-Nov-2020
reply by the author on 15-Nov-2020
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Thank you for the review and comments. Don survived several more broken bones too. I'm so glad you continue to find this interesting. I look forward to your story as well.
Beth
Comment from thaities, Rebecca V.
I am always excited to see a new chapter in this book.It has been like I am watching from a front row seat, the children grow up. Having little Connie around is a blessing.
reply by the author on 15-Nov-2020
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I am always excited to see a new chapter in this book.It has been like I am watching from a front row seat, the children grow up. Having little Connie around is a blessing.
Comment Written 15-Nov-2020
reply by the author on 15-Nov-2020
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Thank you Rebecca. I'm so glad you like watching my children grow up. I feel the same about your book. I'm concerned about Nellie Jo now that she has lost all her family.
Beth
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Nellie is like you--a survivor. She'll make it.
Comment from Ulla
Hi Beth, A lot is happening with the kids in this chapter. I can certainly understand it must have been costly with three of them away in expensive schools. I loved the part where Don cut off the cast on his arm. I actually laughed out loud. But, as you are still here you did survive until they grew up, LOL.
Another problem was Christi was unhappy with her nose. = I think there should be a 'that' before Christi. Ulla:)))
reply by the author on 15-Nov-2020
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Hi Beth, A lot is happening with the kids in this chapter. I can certainly understand it must have been costly with three of them away in expensive schools. I loved the part where Don cut off the cast on his arm. I actually laughed out loud. But, as you are still here you did survive until they grew up, LOL.
Another problem was Christi was unhappy with her nose. = I think there should be a 'that' before Christi. Ulla:)))
Comment Written 15-Nov-2020
reply by the author on 15-Nov-2020
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Thank you for the review and great comments. My son was and still is unpredictable. Those children made life interesting. I fixed the sentence you mentioned. Thanks.
Beth
Comment from Ben Colder
So weird toward somethings of how things are so close to our raising 6 kids. Our second daughter was called sunshine.
I always enjoy reading about the raising of your family. Please continue, very edifying.
reply by the author on 15-Nov-2020
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So weird toward somethings of how things are so close to our raising 6 kids. Our second daughter was called sunshine.
I always enjoy reading about the raising of your family. Please continue, very edifying.
Comment Written 15-Nov-2020
reply by the author on 15-Nov-2020
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It is interesting how my life triggers so many memories of what life was like in your world. I'm so glad you are still enjoying my memories. Thank you for the review and for the six stars.
Beth
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I am glad to see you post and wish you would do it more often. I enjoy reading your work. There is always something in your work that triggers a good memory. Others may not tell you that.
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My story isn't already written so have to think and try to remember. If I posted more often, I wouldn't have time for anything else. I'm surprised Bob M. hasn't pasted me yet.
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My message to you was concerning that. Not politics as you thought. I wish above all, to see you receive a trophy for your hard and clean work and not let trash blow you away. .
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I'm sorry I misunderstood. If he overtakes me, what will be will be. I can't post more than two stories a week. I don't know how I got in fifth place. A trophy would be nice but It's just another object, I don't need. Thank you for caring.
Beth
Comment from Sankey
This was a most informative and detailed chapter. Making it a good read for sue. Just a couple of spags.
I thought her nose w[h]a[t](s) perfectly fine
frowny faces for talking to(o) much
reply by the author on 15-Nov-2020
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This was a most informative and detailed chapter. Making it a good read for sue. Just a couple of spags.
I thought her nose w[h]a[t](s) perfectly fine
frowny faces for talking to(o) much
Comment Written 14-Nov-2020
reply by the author on 15-Nov-2020
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Thank you for the review and nice comments. Thanks also for noticing the spags.
Beth
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I think you saw this already but in case you didn't...Not sure if you read it years ago I have added an Addendum to an old poem in my "Geoff's Musings" book about "Disappearing Keys." If you did not see it before, money is still on it for today only pretty sure.
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I'll take a look to see If I've seen it before.
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Thanks you may have. The Addendum was added only a day or two ago.
