The Christmas Tree
A tale of the old West42 total reviews
Comment from Pam Lonsdale
Jim Bridger - one of the villains of the Donner Party. He promoted Hastings' Pass as a shortcut even though he knew nothing about it because it brought more travelers/customers his way. He told Donner and Reed that the passage was safe.
I love fiction based on history, and this is a nice Christmas story that also gives us a look into the life of one of our best-known Western figures. I've heard of him, of course, but never knew he married an Indian and lived among her people.
Holly is a nice touch here as the storyteller. Have you owned a Blue Point Siamese? I have two Seal Points. I've only seen the blue ones in pictures - they're beautiful.
A nice story, Terry.
xo
Pam
reply by the author on 13-Dec-2023
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Jim Bridger - one of the villains of the Donner Party. He promoted Hastings' Pass as a shortcut even though he knew nothing about it because it brought more travelers/customers his way. He told Donner and Reed that the passage was safe.
I love fiction based on history, and this is a nice Christmas story that also gives us a look into the life of one of our best-known Western figures. I've heard of him, of course, but never knew he married an Indian and lived among her people.
Holly is a nice touch here as the storyteller. Have you owned a Blue Point Siamese? I have two Seal Points. I've only seen the blue ones in pictures - they're beautiful.
A nice story, Terry.
xo
Pam
Comment Written 12-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 13-Dec-2023
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Pam, thank you for the six stars. You may recall a while back, I mentioned I was working on a Western story that was inspired by your series, Dolly. It is my attempt at this type of story.
Kit actually married 3 times: an Arapaho, a white woman, and a Cherokee. He did have 10 children.
We had one seal point and two blue points. Terry.
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I do recall you telling me that. Hope to see more like this in the future.
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I love historical fiction, also. Aztec by Gary Jennings is one of my favorites. Several Wilber Smith books, and the best of all...Lonesome Dove.
Comment from evilynne
What a fantastic well told history lesson, told by a talking eggnog drinking feline. It is a spellbinding tale from beginning to end. The artwork by VMarguarite is delightful and your author's note is a great compliment to the work. Evi
reply by the author on 12-Dec-2023
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What a fantastic well told history lesson, told by a talking eggnog drinking feline. It is a spellbinding tale from beginning to end. The artwork by VMarguarite is delightful and your author's note is a great compliment to the work. Evi
Comment Written 12-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 12-Dec-2023
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Evi, thank you for the six star-review. I am delighted you enjoyed the story. Terry.
Comment from Liz O'Neill
I love when it is an animal's perspective. Using the technique of person will definitely draw the reader in. The play on words enhances the humor. Too bad everyone didn't live with this way. How deep and meaningful. This shows evidence pf good research.
reply by the author on 12-Dec-2023
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I love when it is an animal's perspective. Using the technique of person will definitely draw the reader in. The play on words enhances the humor. Too bad everyone didn't live with this way. How deep and meaningful. This shows evidence pf good research.
Comment Written 12-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 12-Dec-2023
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Liz, thank you for the fun review, and I'm glad you liked the story. Terry.
Comment from Ulla
Hi Terry, what a wonderful story you have created around some true events. I truly enjoyed, this story. As a big cat lover, I've always had a cat, I so readily took to this fun story. Ulla:)))
reply by the author on 12-Dec-2023
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Hi Terry, what a wonderful story you have created around some true events. I truly enjoyed, this story. As a big cat lover, I've always had a cat, I so readily took to this fun story. Ulla:)))
Comment Written 12-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 12-Dec-2023
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Ulla, thank you for your time and kind words. Terry.
Comment from Yusita
This story showcases great writing talent and story-telling ability. It is well-written and a captivating read. I love reading about the Old West! Great work here. Write on!
reply by the author on 12-Dec-2023
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This story showcases great writing talent and story-telling ability. It is well-written and a captivating read. I love reading about the Old West! Great work here. Write on!
Comment Written 12-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 12-Dec-2023
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Thank you very much for the wonderful review! Terry
Comment from damommy
I love how you let your cat, Holly, tell her story. Very intelligent cat. So Holly is part Arapaho. How interesting. Great story, and told so well.
reply by the author on 11-Dec-2023
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I love how you let your cat, Holly, tell her story. Very intelligent cat. So Holly is part Arapaho. How interesting. Great story, and told so well.
Comment Written 11-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 11-Dec-2023
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Yvonne, thank you so much for the six stars! I am delighted you enjoyed the story. Terry.
Comment from Jim Wile
This was a fun story, Terry. I didn't realize it was based on a real person until reading your notes at the end. So, in addition to getting a good story, we got a bit of a history lesson at the same time.
I recently finished reading "Santa Claus" and enjoyed that very much too! - Jim
reply by the author on 11-Dec-2023
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This was a fun story, Terry. I didn't realize it was based on a real person until reading your notes at the end. So, in addition to getting a good story, we got a bit of a history lesson at the same time.
I recently finished reading "Santa Claus" and enjoyed that very much too! - Jim
Comment Written 11-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 11-Dec-2023
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Thank you Jim, Kit was a real guy all right. And thank you for the note on the Santa book. Terry.
Comment from Ric Myworld
If I were a gambling man, I would bet that your imagination has kept you in trouble most of your life. But I probably wouldn't say anything about it much, since that would be like "the pot calling the kettle black." Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 11-Dec-2023
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If I were a gambling man, I would bet that your imagination has kept you in trouble most of your life. But I probably wouldn't say anything about it much, since that would be like "the pot calling the kettle black." Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 11-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 11-Dec-2023
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Thanks Ric...I don't admit to anything! LOL, Terry.
Comment from Wendyanne
This is a lovely, well written Christmas story especially as it's been told by a cat. Very imaginative!! Holly sounds like a wonderful little cat. I enjoyed this very much
reply by the author on 11-Dec-2023
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This is a lovely, well written Christmas story especially as it's been told by a cat. Very imaginative!! Holly sounds like a wonderful little cat. I enjoyed this very much
Comment Written 11-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 11-Dec-2023
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It is very nice to hear you enjoyed it. Thank you. Terry.
Comment from Sarah Robin
I loved this story. Well done. I enjoyed the conversation with Holly the cat. You have a great imagination. Thanks for sharing this story with us. I am safely home after a great trip.
reply by the author on 11-Dec-2023
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I loved this story. Well done. I enjoyed the conversation with Holly the cat. You have a great imagination. Thanks for sharing this story with us. I am safely home after a great trip.
Comment Written 11-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 11-Dec-2023
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Sarah, thank you for the six stars, and I'm delighted you enjoyed the story. Welcome back, I look forward to reading your story about the trip. Terry.
