Remembering Yesterday
Viewing comments for Chapter 161 "Prelude to the Wedding"A widow's journey into her relationship with her
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Comment from Alcreator Litt Dear
Yes, being a reader of your story, I do know the purpose of continuing of your recall of memories of life with your deceased husband; now your story is fairly readable; you begin this chapter when there were days leading to Connie's wedding so it is a prelude; it's because of your mom who decided to make the decisions concerning your home wedding; wedding was on 30th June; but nothing went as you planned; nightmare were to start; well said, well done, post god speed more, share post not 4 self-joy-pride but 4 God and readers worldwide Alcreator Litt Dear (DR)
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2022
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Yes, being a reader of your story, I do know the purpose of continuing of your recall of memories of life with your deceased husband; now your story is fairly readable; you begin this chapter when there were days leading to Connie's wedding so it is a prelude; it's because of your mom who decided to make the decisions concerning your home wedding; wedding was on 30th June; but nothing went as you planned; nightmare were to start; well said, well done, post god speed more, share post not 4 self-joy-pride but 4 God and readers worldwide Alcreator Litt Dear (DR)
Comment Written 17-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2022
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Thank you so much for review this story. I always appreciate your nice comments.
Beth
Comment from Sankey
Glad you pointed me to this chapter as well. An old saying of one of our former Prime Minister's wives was "Life wasn't meant to be easy." I know it is not original to her but appropriate for this chapter.
reply by the author on 16-Aug-2022
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Glad you pointed me to this chapter as well. An old saying of one of our former Prime Minister's wives was "Life wasn't meant to be easy." I know it is not original to her but appropriate for this chapter.
Comment Written 16-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 16-Aug-2022
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Thank you so much for reading this one too and for giving me another six stars. I don't think life was meant to be easy, but we have to look for the positive things along the way and be thankful that we can cope. People who have no one to help them through the rough patches are the ones I really feel sorry for.
Beth
Comment from Ric Myworld
Now you have me anxiously waiting for your next post; of course, I'm sure that was the plan. Luckily, none of us know for sure what tomorrow will bring, which is probably a good thing. Shakespeare was the eternal optimist who wrote for Hamlet: "There is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so." I think he was dreaming. LOL. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2022
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Now you have me anxiously waiting for your next post; of course, I'm sure that was the plan. Luckily, none of us know for sure what tomorrow will bring, which is probably a good thing. Shakespeare was the eternal optimist who wrote for Hamlet: "There is nothing either good or bad, but thinking makes it so." I think he was dreaming. LOL. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 16-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2022
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Thank you Ric, I did appreciate the review. The follow up story is there for you do read. The trip had some unexpected surprises.
Beth
Comment from Theodore McDowell
I love that thought: a wedding at the justice of the peace--now there was no chance Charlie would leave her at the alter. I like to track the daughter who is depressed, going to a co-dependency group, and journaling her feelings.
reply by the author on 16-Aug-2022
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I love that thought: a wedding at the justice of the peace--now there was no chance Charlie would leave her at the alter. I like to track the daughter who is depressed, going to a co-dependency group, and journaling her feelings.
Comment Written 16-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 16-Aug-2022
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Thank you for another nice review. I guess you might feel you have something in common with the depression my daughter was going through. Depression is hard to deal with. Life can throw you some curves that leave you feeling helpless. I'm thankful for the twelve step programs.
Comment from Carolyn Dooley
Wow, this seems like much confusion to me. You must have some nerves of steel. Many whirlwinds hit you. Plans do not always go as planned. My husband and I went with the flow. As far as vacation, we would be sitting at home, and he would say, "Let's go to Alabama," off we would go.
Thank you for sharing. I enjoyed reading your story.
reply by the author on 15-Aug-2022
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Wow, this seems like much confusion to me. You must have some nerves of steel. Many whirlwinds hit you. Plans do not always go as planned. My husband and I went with the flow. As far as vacation, we would be sitting at home, and he would say, "Let's go to Alabama," off we would go.
Thank you for sharing. I enjoyed reading your story.
Comment Written 15-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 15-Aug-2022
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Thank you for reading this and for your comments. The follow up is available. Spur of the moment trips worked well for us. It was the ones we had to plan that went haywire.
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Comment from Brett Matthew West
What an experience! Some Notes:
-The first paragraph illustrates the degree of receptiveness each had towards your generous contributions towards their weddings. Do believe in Connie's case, had I been in your position, and she "shot down everything you suggested," may have told her to write her own checks to cover them as well.
-why would "Lenny's wife" be jealous of Connie? In cases like that it is usually the one left behind who harbors resentments.
-Charlie could have done more for Connie's birthday, but she could have been more accepting, too. Sounds like they liked to fight, and they were not even married yet. Could be a red flag not to complete the ceremony.
-Sounds like Carol had issues with Connie moving out on her. Perhaps in that same paragraph put "with" after friends.
-Connie's attitude about you taking care of your dad, and missing her shower in Mississippi, makes her come off as extremely selfish.
-court house should be courthouse.
What a secret for Charlie and Connie to keep about the Justice of the Peace marrying them. You were rather understanding in that matter. Wonder if you felt no matter how it happened you were just glad the whole matter was over with.
-Ending makes reader wonder what else could happen?
An interesting telling of this episode.
reply by the author on 15-Aug-2022
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What an experience! Some Notes:
-The first paragraph illustrates the degree of receptiveness each had towards your generous contributions towards their weddings. Do believe in Connie's case, had I been in your position, and she "shot down everything you suggested," may have told her to write her own checks to cover them as well.
-why would "Lenny's wife" be jealous of Connie? In cases like that it is usually the one left behind who harbors resentments.
-Charlie could have done more for Connie's birthday, but she could have been more accepting, too. Sounds like they liked to fight, and they were not even married yet. Could be a red flag not to complete the ceremony.
-Sounds like Carol had issues with Connie moving out on her. Perhaps in that same paragraph put "with" after friends.
-Connie's attitude about you taking care of your dad, and missing her shower in Mississippi, makes her come off as extremely selfish.
-court house should be courthouse.
What a secret for Charlie and Connie to keep about the Justice of the Peace marrying them. You were rather understanding in that matter. Wonder if you felt no matter how it happened you were just glad the whole matter was over with.
-Ending makes reader wonder what else could happen?
An interesting telling of this episode.
Comment Written 15-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 15-Aug-2022
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Thank you for the in depth review. I made some corrections after reading you comments. Lenny's wife was jealous because Lenny family didn't care for her and made no secret of the fact that liked Connie better, but perhaps I should say why. She confronted Connie and college and warned her to keep away. Yes, there were red flags with the marriage. Yes, Connie was selfish at that time in her life and Yes, we made mistakes as parents. Doesn't everyone? I do appreciate you comments.
Beth
Comment from nancy_e_davis
I can't imagine what happened. Wow, You certainly had a time with this Wedding didn't you. LOL It is getting really hard for me to review anymore. I am trying my best. I do enjoy your stories. can't edit them or help though. Good jib. Nancy:)
reply by the author on 15-Aug-2022
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I can't imagine what happened. Wow, You certainly had a time with this Wedding didn't you. LOL It is getting really hard for me to review anymore. I am trying my best. I do enjoy your stories. can't edit them or help though. Good jib. Nancy:)
Comment Written 15-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 15-Aug-2022
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Thank you, Nancy. I appreciate all the review you've done. We only do what we can. I'm sorry it isn't as easy for you as it once was.
Betj
Comment from Elizabeth Emerald
Tantalizing ending--I cringe to contemplate what awaits. Wry humor as to not leaving her at the altar. Can't wait for the wedding, though I fear it is not fated to be a happy marriage.
reply by the author on 15-Aug-2022
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Tantalizing ending--I cringe to contemplate what awaits. Wry humor as to not leaving her at the altar. Can't wait for the wedding, though I fear it is not fated to be a happy marriage.
Comment Written 14-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 15-Aug-2022
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Thank you Liz. I was only half kidding there. Charlie is one who would have been capable of changing his mind at the last minute. The way weddings go around me nothing would shock me.
Beth
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Run fast, run far!
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
What a confusing complex set of circumstances leading up to this
marriage, Beth. You did a great job sorting it all out. Connie seemed
belligerent about most everything, but receptive to having you pay
for everything. Her attitude toward you caring for your Dad was really mean. The ending made me think some things really went wrong.
Thanks for sharing, Jan
reply by the author on 15-Aug-2022
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What a confusing complex set of circumstances leading up to this
marriage, Beth. You did a great job sorting it all out. Connie seemed
belligerent about most everything, but receptive to having you pay
for everything. Her attitude toward you caring for your Dad was really mean. The ending made me think some things really went wrong.
Thanks for sharing, Jan
Comment Written 14-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 15-Aug-2022
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Thank you Jan, Connie was by far my problem child when she was young, but she matured eventually. She is delight to be around now. Christi, my sweetest young child never seem to completely mature. She is still an adult with emotional problems of a teenager.
Comment from Judy Lawless
Oh, oh, this doesn't sound good, Beth. You might have been right about Connie wanting to marry because Lenny had. I'm sure we'll find out sooner or later. Your life at this time was insane. I'm impressed you managed to cope through it somehow. Good writing.
reply by the author on 15-Aug-2022
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Oh, oh, this doesn't sound good, Beth. You might have been right about Connie wanting to marry because Lenny had. I'm sure we'll find out sooner or later. Your life at this time was insane. I'm impressed you managed to cope through it somehow. Good writing.
Comment Written 14-Aug-2022
reply by the author on 15-Aug-2022
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Thank you Judy, I think my life as always been a little insane, but I've not considered it a bad life because in spite of the problems there was always a lot of love. Maybe I don't know how to show that in my writing but i our family has always remained close, I guess I enjoy drama and adventure.
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You're most welcome, Beth. I didn't mean to imply you didn't have a good life, just sometimes dramatic. It's quite obvious there was also lots of love. :)
