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Viewing comments for Chapter 23 "Regular People and Others"Two very real women in not so real situation.
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Comment from Michele Harber
[To be read with tongue firmly planted in cheek.] I'm sorry but you lost credibility on that last line. I somehow can't hear myself reciting:
And the wild Amish roared their terrible roars,
and gnashed their terrible teeth (that you barely realized they had)."
As always, I enjoy your self-deprecating humor ("one of my favorite control-freak pastimes"), your Ezra-deprecating humor ("who knew he even had teeth?"), as well as your non-deprecating (unless you're a fish or a visitor) humor, i.e., the Poor Richard's Almanac quote.
I love how the Jewish side of you pops up as soon as Tova arrives. (It's only fair, after all, to combat the Pennsylvania Dutch native to your hosts.) You might want to tell your (or Tova's) Jewish side, though, that "meshugana" is a noun, and "meshuga" is the adverb or adjective. In other words, "You look meshuga," or "You look like a meshugana." (Don't worry, there's only a 10% surcharge for proofing in another language, lol.)
This was a fun chapter to read (especially for one who understood every Yiddish word you threw in), and "Let the wild rumpus start!" is the perfect cliffhanger with which to end the chapter.
reply by the author on 05-Oct-2024
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[To be read with tongue firmly planted in cheek.] I'm sorry but you lost credibility on that last line. I somehow can't hear myself reciting:
And the wild Amish roared their terrible roars,
and gnashed their terrible teeth (that you barely realized they had)."
As always, I enjoy your self-deprecating humor ("one of my favorite control-freak pastimes"), your Ezra-deprecating humor ("who knew he even had teeth?"), as well as your non-deprecating (unless you're a fish or a visitor) humor, i.e., the Poor Richard's Almanac quote.
I love how the Jewish side of you pops up as soon as Tova arrives. (It's only fair, after all, to combat the Pennsylvania Dutch native to your hosts.) You might want to tell your (or Tova's) Jewish side, though, that "meshugana" is a noun, and "meshuga" is the adverb or adjective. In other words, "You look meshuga," or "You look like a meshugana." (Don't worry, there's only a 10% surcharge for proofing in another language, lol.)
This was a fun chapter to read (especially for one who understood every Yiddish word you threw in), and "Let the wild rumpus start!" is the perfect cliffhanger with which to end the chapter.
Comment Written 05-Oct-2024
reply by the author on 05-Oct-2024
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Oy vey! I'm feeling verklempt! Thank you for yet another of your always helpful=and-entertaining reviews. I always love seeing your name in my review file! xoxox
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My pleasure. I'm sorry I'm so far behind on my reviewing, but I'm rushing to the ... oh, wait, a slug just beat me to the finish line. I've actually been very busy between classroom, writing, and family obligations (not to mention the Jewish holidays), but I really am making a concerted effort to catch up. At the rate I'm going, it should only take me 'til 5786.
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Oh, hahaha. You slay me!! Shana tova! xoxox
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See how funny it is in 5786!
Shana tova to you and yours as well.
Comment from Daylily
Catch up time, again. So glad to see this is rated Number 1 for September! It is a well-deserved recognition, Rachelle.
Enjoyed the Poor Richard's Almanac quote...some things never change. Also love the frequent and delightful contrast of calm country life to the lively layers of fasionista hotties.
I also noticed how thoughtful and considerate you are of others in your To Do List. Of course, that is no surprise at all.
Another super chapter, my friend! XO Lily
reply by the author on 14-Sep-2024
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Catch up time, again. So glad to see this is rated Number 1 for September! It is a well-deserved recognition, Rachelle.
Enjoyed the Poor Richard's Almanac quote...some things never change. Also love the frequent and delightful contrast of calm country life to the lively layers of fasionista hotties.
I also noticed how thoughtful and considerate you are of others in your To Do List. Of course, that is no surprise at all.
Another super chapter, my friend! XO Lily
Comment Written 14-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 14-Sep-2024
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Thank you, oh sweetest of FS reviewers. I always appreciate your feedback. Xoxo
Comment from Ulla
I simply love this story, Rachelle. I'm behind and I know it but I want to catch up. I'm intrigued with everything that is going on here. All the best to both of you., Ulla xcx
reply by the author on 12-Sep-2024
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I simply love this story, Rachelle. I'm behind and I know it but I want to catch up. I'm intrigued with everything that is going on here. All the best to both of you., Ulla xcx
Comment Written 12-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 12-Sep-2024
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What an absolutely delightful review this was to receive, Ulla. Thank you! xoxox
Comment from AliMom
Intriguing is the first word that comes to mind. Though I haven't read the previous chapters, I am immediately drawn in by the actions and activities of these very real, very live people. I feel the main character's yearning for Tova. I find myself unable to wait patiently for her arrival just like the min character so I can see how it plays out. You have one or two grammatical errors which made sentences confusing for me but I eventually figured them out. I love the contrast between the two illustrated by what they are wearing.
reply by the author on 12-Sep-2024
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Intriguing is the first word that comes to mind. Though I haven't read the previous chapters, I am immediately drawn in by the actions and activities of these very real, very live people. I feel the main character's yearning for Tova. I find myself unable to wait patiently for her arrival just like the min character so I can see how it plays out. You have one or two grammatical errors which made sentences confusing for me but I eventually figured them out. I love the contrast between the two illustrated by what they are wearing.
Comment Written 12-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 12-Sep-2024
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Hi, thanks for reviewing. Always feel comfortable telling me where the errors are.
Comment from Debbie Pope
Let the wild rumpus start?? I thought this book was coming to a conclusion. Leave it to you to throw another twist in the plot. Who is this mystery woman? I reread this to make sure that I did not miss anything. To make sure that I did not miss a hint of a new character.
Curiouser and curiouser.
Great job.
reply by the author on 11-Sep-2024
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Let the wild rumpus start?? I thought this book was coming to a conclusion. Leave it to you to throw another twist in the plot. Who is this mystery woman? I reread this to make sure that I did not miss anything. To make sure that I did not miss a hint of a new character.
Curiouser and curiouser.
Great job.
Comment Written 11-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 11-Sep-2024
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We like to keep our readers guessing!!
Thank you for the delightful review. You're delightful. xoxo
Comment from Bill Schott
This balance poem, Idol Factory, has the proper formatting and finds the near end of the "stayover" happening and the close to the fun tale seemingly coming to an end.
reply by the author on 11-Sep-2024
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This balance poem, Idol Factory, has the proper formatting and finds the near end of the "stayover" happening and the close to the fun tale seemingly coming to an end.
Comment Written 10-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 11-Sep-2024
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Oops, Bill, you sent me someone else's review.
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
TOVA finally arrived! I love the excitment and relief your character must had felt. I read Gretchen's chapter first. You both explained the emotions so well.
Wonderful chapter, well done.
reply by the author on 11-Sep-2024
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TOVA finally arrived! I love the excitment and relief your character must had felt. I read Gretchen's chapter first. You both explained the emotions so well.
Wonderful chapter, well done.
Comment Written 10-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 11-Sep-2024
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Yes, it certainly took her long enough to get there!!! Thanks for the joyous review, Gypsy.. xoxo
Comment from T B Botts
Hello Rachelle,
I'm so glad that I had one last six to award. It would have been unfair to say the least to have let this artistic landscape go without a proper rating. I feel like I was watching a made for TV movie as I was reading this. The descriptions were so real, and the dialogue so authentic. It was a pleasure to read this. You and Gretchen have got a hit on your hands gal. Well done! Thanks so much for sharing this.
Have a blessed day.
Tom
reply by the author on 10-Sep-2024
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Hello Rachelle,
I'm so glad that I had one last six to award. It would have been unfair to say the least to have let this artistic landscape go without a proper rating. I feel like I was watching a made for TV movie as I was reading this. The descriptions were so real, and the dialogue so authentic. It was a pleasure to read this. You and Gretchen have got a hit on your hands gal. Well done! Thanks so much for sharing this.
Have a blessed day.
Tom
Comment Written 10-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 10-Sep-2024
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Tom Botts, you give THE most wonderful reviews! Thank you for this gem. I truly appreciate this so very much! Xoxo
Comment from Jim Wile
This was such a fun chapter, Rachelle. Amid the misgivings as you listen to Ezra and Helene argue over your intrusion into the life of their daughter, the cavalry arrives.
That exchange with Tova was priceless! And I loved the reference to Where the Wild Things Are.
Such a good chapter filled with raw and honest emotion on everyone's part. I guess even Ezra is happy because he'll be getting rid of you!
reply by the author on 10-Sep-2024
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This was such a fun chapter, Rachelle. Amid the misgivings as you listen to Ezra and Helene argue over your intrusion into the life of their daughter, the cavalry arrives.
That exchange with Tova was priceless! And I loved the reference to Where the Wild Things Are.
Such a good chapter filled with raw and honest emotion on everyone's part. I guess even Ezra is happy because he'll be getting rid of you!
Comment Written 10-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 10-Sep-2024
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Thank you for all of these great comments, Jim. You always pick up what I'm putting down, and that feels like tge world's best luxury! Xoxo
Comment from BethShelby
This fashion queen can wait to get out of borrowed blue gunny sack. She fed her original designer wardrobe to the goat but soon she will be restored. Actually, I impressed at how well the adventure was handled. I'm anxious to find out who is in the second car.
reply by the author on 10-Sep-2024
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This fashion queen can wait to get out of borrowed blue gunny sack. She fed her original designer wardrobe to the goat but soon she will be restored. Actually, I impressed at how well the adventure was handled. I'm anxious to find out who is in the second car.
Comment Written 09-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 10-Sep-2024
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This is why we love having you along for this ride. You are wonderfully invested!