Four Horse Island
Viewing comments for Chapter 5 "Horse Number Two"Marooned on an island with 4 horses and a goat
30 total reviews
Comment from Spitfire
I marvel at how well written this is. The bravery of the narrator comes through as well as the actions and fear of Titan. I don't know exactly where this is going, but it's a fascinating read. What is a prey animal?
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2023
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I marvel at how well written this is. The bravery of the narrator comes through as well as the actions and fear of Titan. I don't know exactly where this is going, but it's a fascinating read. What is a prey animal?
Comment Written 17-Aug-2023
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2023
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Hi Shari,
Thank you for the six stars and the gracious comments about the writing to brighten my day.
Good question. A 'prey animal' is hunted for food by other animals. In the wild, horses are prey for cougars, coyotes, wolves, and even bears. The fight or flight instinct for them is nearly always flight.
I appreciate you stopping by to read and review.
Debi
Comment from davisr (Rhonda)
Oh, that horse number two was quite a handful! You did a great job of building up suspense with details. Bit by bit you thought that trip through, taking us on the journey with you. I held by breath through the last half of the chapter, lol.
Hugs,
Rhonda
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2023
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Oh, that horse number two was quite a handful! You did a great job of building up suspense with details. Bit by bit you thought that trip through, taking us on the journey with you. I held by breath through the last half of the chapter, lol.
Hugs,
Rhonda
Comment Written 16-Aug-2023
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2023
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Hi Rhonda,
I love the analysis and your reaction. Yes, Titan was s quite a handful. I wonder how he will do on the island. LOL
Have a wonderful day.
Debi
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I was wondering the same thing!
Comment from Wayne Fowler
Nice writing. Very descriptive. And it rings true.
Despite a horse's intelligence, they only get so far.
Your story is progressing very well.
Best wishes.
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2023
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Nice writing. Very descriptive. And it rings true.
Despite a horse's intelligence, they only get so far.
Your story is progressing very well.
Best wishes.
Comment Written 16-Aug-2023
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2023
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Hi Wayne,
Thank you for the kind comments and encouragement.
I appreciate you stopping by.
Debi
Comment from country ranch writer
She has had a time with these horses. Hope it gets better when she can get the rest out. I feel for her when she awakes all stuff and bruised in the morning.
Great job
Enjoyed this part it hard unloading a horse from a ship.
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2023
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She has had a time with these horses. Hope it gets better when she can get the rest out. I feel for her when she awakes all stuff and bruised in the morning.
Great job
Enjoyed this part it hard unloading a horse from a ship.
Comment Written 16-Aug-2023
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2023
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Hi country ranch writer,
Yes, as a horse person, you know about those bumps and bruises and the stiffness the next day.
I appreciate your comments and encouragement.
Debi
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Smiles
Comment from royowen
From my vantage point, you seem unreasonably brave and perhaps just a little foolish when it comes to dealing with these impressive overly powerful creatures, who have been man's wonderful servants for may centuries. Beautifully written Debi, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2023
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From my vantage point, you seem unreasonably brave and perhaps just a little foolish when it comes to dealing with these impressive overly powerful creatures, who have been man's wonderful servants for may centuries. Beautifully written Debi, blessings Roy
Comment Written 16-Aug-2023
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2023
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Hi Roy,
Yes, horse people are a bit crazy, but we think the risks are worth it. Where would we be without them? Probably, still walking from one village to the next.
Thank you for the kind comments about the writing.
Debi
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Nah, you?re not
Comment from barbara.wilkey
I do hope horse number three is a gentleman. I am curious what Ava will name him. I am enjoying the names as much as the writing. LOL Thank you for sharing this story with us. It's very well written.
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2023
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I do hope horse number three is a gentleman. I am curious what Ava will name him. I am enjoying the names as much as the writing. LOL Thank you for sharing this story with us. It's very well written.
Comment Written 16-Aug-2023
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2023
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Hi Barbara Wilkey,
Thank you for the kind comments about the writing. I find it encouraging. Yes, let's hope number three is a gentleman. She deserves a break. LOL
Have a wonderful day.
Debi
Comment from GWHARGIS
Your vivid description was full of a ton and emotion. The scene in the elevator, before the doors closed was heart stopping if nothing else. I caught my breath more than once. The floor dropping a few inches ... yikes. Then if he had started to fight it inside the elevator, it would not have turned out good. I found myself hoping the same thing about horse number three. Please be docile. Great chapter. Gretchen
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2023
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Your vivid description was full of a ton and emotion. The scene in the elevator, before the doors closed was heart stopping if nothing else. I caught my breath more than once. The floor dropping a few inches ... yikes. Then if he had started to fight it inside the elevator, it would not have turned out good. I found myself hoping the same thing about horse number three. Please be docile. Great chapter. Gretchen
Comment Written 16-Aug-2023
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2023
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Hi Gretchen,
Thank you for the kind comments about the writing and your reactions. I appreciate the encouragement. Yes, let's hope number three is docile.
Have a great day.
Debi
Comment from Iza Deleanu
Two out, two in, I hope you have enough time to free all of them. Who knows what their story is...Thank you for sharing and good luck with the next chapter.
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2023
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Two out, two in, I hope you have enough time to free all of them. Who knows what their story is...Thank you for sharing and good luck with the next chapter.
Comment Written 16-Aug-2023
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2023
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Hi Iza,
Thank you for you stopping by to read and review and for the encouragement.
Have a great day.
Debi
Comment from nancy_e_davis
Wow! This was intense! I was holding my breath hoping you and Titan would make it! I love horses. She is sure in a pickle trying to save them from the wrecked ship. I am hooked on your story. Good job debi. Nancy:)
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2023
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Wow! This was intense! I was holding my breath hoping you and Titan would make it! I love horses. She is sure in a pickle trying to save them from the wrecked ship. I am hooked on your story. Good job debi. Nancy:)
Comment Written 16-Aug-2023
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2023
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Hi Nancy,
You say such nice things. Thank you for the encouraging comments about the writing. Thank you for including your reaction. It means a lot coming from a horse person.
Debi
Comment from JSD
Great again. Exciting and heart in mouth. You just changed to present tense at the beginning of one paragraph, with 'I lie' instead of 'I lay'. Otherwise this was most enjoyable and gripping stuff.
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2023
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Great again. Exciting and heart in mouth. You just changed to present tense at the beginning of one paragraph, with 'I lie' instead of 'I lay'. Otherwise this was most enjoyable and gripping stuff.
Comment Written 16-Aug-2023
reply by the author on 17-Aug-2023
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Hi JSD,
I'm glad you enjoyed the story. Thank you for catching that typo. I'm better at catching other people's than my own. I appreciate it.
Debi