Remembering Yesterday
Viewing comments for Chapter 90 "Camporees and a Wedding"A widow's journey into her relationship with her
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Comment from Mary Kay Bonfante
I'm glad the young couple had a wonderful wedding, but I guess they didn't get off to an easy start. That's a beautiful wedding picture, with the cake -- I'm happy to get another glimpse of one of the children I've been reading so much about. I'm sorry I'm running low on sixes, but your chapter is very engaging as always, and I wish I had more.
Connie goes to a camparee in Colorado,
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Connie goes to a camporee in Colorado,
...they wanted to have a first ever worldwide pathfinder Camporee at Camp Hale,
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they wanted to have a first ever worldwide Pathfinder Camporee at Camp Hale,
A bus took the pathfinders from the New Orleans clubs.
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A bus took the Pathfinders from the New Orleans clubs.
The leader of Connie's group was like a Drill Sergeant,
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The leader of Connie's group was like a drill sergeant,
When we drove down to Lakeland Georgia for the wedding,
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When we drove down to Lakeland, Georgia for the wedding,
I don't remember what the problem was but you overheated.
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I don't remember what the problem was, but you overheated.
...and go to the World Fair on their Honeymoon.
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...and go to the World's Fair on their honeymoon.
The day they went to the Fair ...
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The day they went to the fair ...
Later, Carol felt she had over-reacted ...
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Later, Carol felt she had overreacted ...
Glen worked in Douglas, GA ...
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Glen worked in Douglas, Georgia ...
...she would get involved in Scuba-diving.
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...she would get involved in scuba diving.
It didn't sound as though we would be grandparents any time soon.
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It didn't sound as though we would be grandparents anytime soon.
...the U.S. winning 83 gold metals.
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...the U.S. winning 83 gold medals.
Cabbage patch kids were the dolls ...
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Cabbage Patch Kids were the dolls ...
Connie was no exception,,
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Connie was no exception,
A Rubik's cube was among her gifts,
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A Rubik's Cube was among her gifts, [it's a trademark name]
We could hand her this very mixed-up puzzle. which we couldn't solve,
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We could hand her this very mixed-up puzzle, which we couldn't solve,
Poor Connie, she got a drill sergeant for a camp leader and an exorcist for a school teacher! But that was a funny story about her and the Rubik's Cube -- talk about thinking outside the box! I guess you all matched wits, when you caught onto her!
The 80s were memorable years -- Cabbage Patch Kids, ugh! Cute idea, but I never thought they looked very cute.
Yes, I think you really had your hands full with all of your children, especially the older ones, as you explained.
reply by the author on 31-Dec-2020
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I'm glad the young couple had a wonderful wedding, but I guess they didn't get off to an easy start. That's a beautiful wedding picture, with the cake -- I'm happy to get another glimpse of one of the children I've been reading so much about. I'm sorry I'm running low on sixes, but your chapter is very engaging as always, and I wish I had more.
Connie goes to a camparee in Colorado,
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Connie goes to a camporee in Colorado,
...they wanted to have a first ever worldwide pathfinder Camporee at Camp Hale,
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they wanted to have a first ever worldwide Pathfinder Camporee at Camp Hale,
A bus took the pathfinders from the New Orleans clubs.
-->
A bus took the Pathfinders from the New Orleans clubs.
The leader of Connie's group was like a Drill Sergeant,
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The leader of Connie's group was like a drill sergeant,
When we drove down to Lakeland Georgia for the wedding,
-->
When we drove down to Lakeland, Georgia for the wedding,
I don't remember what the problem was but you overheated.
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I don't remember what the problem was, but you overheated.
...and go to the World Fair on their Honeymoon.
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...and go to the World's Fair on their honeymoon.
The day they went to the Fair ...
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The day they went to the fair ...
Later, Carol felt she had over-reacted ...
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Later, Carol felt she had overreacted ...
Glen worked in Douglas, GA ...
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Glen worked in Douglas, Georgia ...
...she would get involved in Scuba-diving.
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...she would get involved in scuba diving.
It didn't sound as though we would be grandparents any time soon.
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It didn't sound as though we would be grandparents anytime soon.
...the U.S. winning 83 gold metals.
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...the U.S. winning 83 gold medals.
Cabbage patch kids were the dolls ...
-->
Cabbage Patch Kids were the dolls ...
Connie was no exception,,
-->
Connie was no exception,
A Rubik's cube was among her gifts,
-->
A Rubik's Cube was among her gifts, [it's a trademark name]
We could hand her this very mixed-up puzzle. which we couldn't solve,
-->
We could hand her this very mixed-up puzzle, which we couldn't solve,
Poor Connie, she got a drill sergeant for a camp leader and an exorcist for a school teacher! But that was a funny story about her and the Rubik's Cube -- talk about thinking outside the box! I guess you all matched wits, when you caught onto her!
The 80s were memorable years -- Cabbage Patch Kids, ugh! Cute idea, but I never thought they looked very cute.
Yes, I think you really had your hands full with all of your children, especially the older ones, as you explained.
Comment Written 31-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 31-Dec-2020
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Thank you so much for reviewing and editing this for me. I sure misplaced a few Capitals on this one. You're priceless. I feel like my story is in much better shape after you finish with it.
Beth
Comment from thaities, Rebecca V.
This is full post of the happenings during this period. Carol's marriage was a surprise, and Glen taking of his mask is how it is for too many couples. Very interesting post!
reply by the author on 29-Dec-2020
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This is full post of the happenings during this period. Carol's marriage was a surprise, and Glen taking of his mask is how it is for too many couples. Very interesting post!
Comment Written 29-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 29-Dec-2020
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Thank you again. Yes, people are sometimes able to keep on their best behavior as long as the dating last but not forever.
Beth
Comment from Elizabeth Emerald
Lovely photo; alas, less lovely is the aftermath. Too bad Don hadn't managed to dissuade Carol from this incompatible marriage. Good thing they're not going to dump kids in the mix. As always, you seamlessly interweave world events into the family saga. Did the Con-artist end up in jail?
Mondel=>Mondale
Connie, who was now ten, was involved with the Pathfinder Club, which was similar to scouts [COMMA] for children from nine to sixteen.
hyphenate first-ever
Connie and her best friend, Lesley [COMMA] planned to go.
My friend Diane, Lesley's mother [COMMA] insisted on making Connie
Connie's job was to be one of the two receptionists. (usherettes?)
Carman=>Carmen?
Wedding=>wedding
her bouquet and wedding cake [was=>WERE] blue and white.
Ga=>GA
Later [COMMA] however, she would get involved in Scuba-diving.
hyphenate budget-conscious
to go visit her friend, Glen [COMMA] in Australia.
pull off [OMIT: OF] the tiles
reply by the author on 28-Dec-2020
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Lovely photo; alas, less lovely is the aftermath. Too bad Don hadn't managed to dissuade Carol from this incompatible marriage. Good thing they're not going to dump kids in the mix. As always, you seamlessly interweave world events into the family saga. Did the Con-artist end up in jail?
Mondel=>Mondale
Connie, who was now ten, was involved with the Pathfinder Club, which was similar to scouts [COMMA] for children from nine to sixteen.
hyphenate first-ever
Connie and her best friend, Lesley [COMMA] planned to go.
My friend Diane, Lesley's mother [COMMA] insisted on making Connie
Connie's job was to be one of the two receptionists. (usherettes?)
Carman=>Carmen?
Wedding=>wedding
her bouquet and wedding cake [was=>WERE] blue and white.
Ga=>GA
Later [COMMA] however, she would get involved in Scuba-diving.
hyphenate budget-conscious
to go visit her friend, Glen [COMMA] in Australia.
pull off [OMIT: OF] the tiles
Comment Written 28-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 28-Dec-2020
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Thank you so much for the review and the awesome help with things that needed help. Connie never ended up in jail, but as a teenager she had to do community service once and had to call on her brother to pay a fine to keep her out jail once. The last I didn't hear about for years. Both charges involved beer.
Comment from robyn corum
Beth,
What a fun bit of history. *smile* I enjoyed this a lot and I had to stop and read the part about the Rubik's Cube to my hubby. Funny stuff!
This part:
We realized that even when they marry and leave home, that doesn't mean we will no longer be caught up in their dramas.
... really struck me. I wanted BABIES. No one told me they would grow up. hahaha And continue to involve us in every crisis they endure. Ack!
Thanks!
reply by the author on 29-Dec-2020
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Beth,
What a fun bit of history. *smile* I enjoyed this a lot and I had to stop and read the part about the Rubik's Cube to my hubby. Funny stuff!
This part:
We realized that even when they marry and leave home, that doesn't mean we will no longer be caught up in their dramas.
... really struck me. I wanted BABIES. No one told me they would grow up. hahaha And continue to involve us in every crisis they endure. Ack!
Thanks!
Comment Written 28-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 29-Dec-2020
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Thank you for the review. I'm glad you liked the part about the Rubic Cube and could identify with the drama older children bring into your life.
Beth
Comment from Gert sherwood
Beth this chapter in your book Camporees and a Wedding
It's amazing of how you with great details of what was going on with the wedding and your family.
Gert
reply by the author on 29-Dec-2020
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Beth this chapter in your book Camporees and a Wedding
It's amazing of how you with great details of what was going on with the wedding and your family.
Gert
Comment Written 28-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 29-Dec-2020
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Thank you Gert. I always appreciate you review and comments.
Beth
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You are most welcome Beth
Comment from lyenochka
Another eventful year ended and yet another one looms. Loved the historical context that you gave this one with Reagan and the Olympics boycott by USSR.
I know you're focused on capturing all the details like a reporter about these memories, but what's most precious to me is your mother's heart. Things like you setting aside the plates for Carol and Glen, and your thoughtful consideration of "Maybe it was the only thing she felt she could control," wondering why Carol was balancing her checkbook on her wedding day. I was impressed the Carol worked hard in sharing the same interests as Glen.
reply by the author on 29-Dec-2020
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Another eventful year ended and yet another one looms. Loved the historical context that you gave this one with Reagan and the Olympics boycott by USSR.
I know you're focused on capturing all the details like a reporter about these memories, but what's most precious to me is your mother's heart. Things like you setting aside the plates for Carol and Glen, and your thoughtful consideration of "Maybe it was the only thing she felt she could control," wondering why Carol was balancing her checkbook on her wedding day. I was impressed the Carol worked hard in sharing the same interests as Glen.
Comment Written 28-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 29-Dec-2020
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Thank you so much for the review and nice comments. Carol did try hard to make the marriage work. She didn't believe in divorce.
Beth
Comment from zanya
Family life in its many and varied and interesting aspects - a wedding included for a happy young couple - looking forward to the next chapter - thanks for sharing these precious memories
reply by the author on 29-Dec-2020
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Family life in its many and varied and interesting aspects - a wedding included for a happy young couple - looking forward to the next chapter - thanks for sharing these precious memories
Comment Written 28-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 29-Dec-2020
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Thank you so much for the review and comments. I always appreciate your input.
Beth
Comment from Raffaelina Lowcock
This is an exceptionally well written and interesting chapter, Beth. So much in your world happening and changing. I am absolutely amazed that Carol is so quick with her wondering if she made a mistake.LOL. Given another year she will find so much not to her liking, I'm sure, and realize that compromise is her new friend. Nothing ever stops for you. You are a wonder!
NB:
He bought an expensive camera >> substitute 'an' with 'some' or just leave it out.
Ralf
reply by the author on 29-Dec-2020
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This is an exceptionally well written and interesting chapter, Beth. So much in your world happening and changing. I am absolutely amazed that Carol is so quick with her wondering if she made a mistake.LOL. Given another year she will find so much not to her liking, I'm sure, and realize that compromise is her new friend. Nothing ever stops for you. You are a wonder!
NB:
He bought an expensive camera >> substitute 'an' with 'some' or just leave it out.
Ralf
Comment Written 28-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 29-Dec-2020
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Thank you Ralf, I'm so glad you find this interesting. You are right. Carol had to learn to compromise and that wasn't easy for her. I always thought of her as my stubbornest child. It is funny someone told me I needed an "an" there and put it in without reading the sentence.
Beth
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I understand. So much advice is given. LOL
Ralf
Comment from Suzanna Ray
Dear Beth, 1984 was certainly a memorable but complicated year for the Shelby family.
I am waiting for a future chapter to see if the marriage between Carol and Glenn lasted. In some ways they were compatible, and in many ways on different planets. (particularly your daughter who are obsessed over 'one dollar' in her account on her wedding day, and a husband who was willing All HER money on things to please himself.
reply by the author on 28-Dec-2020
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Dear Beth, 1984 was certainly a memorable but complicated year for the Shelby family.
I am waiting for a future chapter to see if the marriage between Carol and Glenn lasted. In some ways they were compatible, and in many ways on different planets. (particularly your daughter who are obsessed over 'one dollar' in her account on her wedding day, and a husband who was willing All HER money on things to please himself.
Comment Written 28-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 28-Dec-2020
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Thank you for the review and nice comments. You are right. In some ways they were on different planets. I guess all marriages have some adjusting to do.
Beth
Comment from royowen
I've always been amazed how kids can struggle, we think they may think like us, they are products of environment, but funnily enough when push comes to shove, they will adopt the important ways of their parents, by enlarge, which I'm grateful for. Beautifully written Beth, well done, blessings Roy
Typo : Don took a bus over (to) Texas. 2: He bought (an) expensive camera.
reply by the author on 28-Dec-2020
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I've always been amazed how kids can struggle, we think they may think like us, they are products of environment, but funnily enough when push comes to shove, they will adopt the important ways of their parents, by enlarge, which I'm grateful for. Beautifully written Beth, well done, blessings Roy
Typo : Don took a bus over (to) Texas. 2: He bought (an) expensive camera.
Comment Written 28-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 28-Dec-2020
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Thank you Roy, I appreciate the review and nice comments. We try to save them for heartache but we want them to be happy and sometimes if we try to hard, we might not always know that is best.
Beth (Thanks for noticing the spags.)
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My elder child and hubby were both students when first married, I wanted to help financially, but Nick was too stubborn, I had to suffer in silence for my precious child, it was tough, but they survived and are well off now, and generous,
