Along the Jericho Road
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Comment from Kidlike101
I loved Alyx! but then again I kindda love the mention of any animal that isn't a bloody cat XD
for the piece, it seemed the priest was somewhat forcing himself to think of Debra as "in peace" when in his mind eye all he could see was the manner of her death. other then that it's a nice piece :)
reply by the author on 15-May-2013
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I loved Alyx! but then again I kindda love the mention of any animal that isn't a bloody cat XD
for the piece, it seemed the priest was somewhat forcing himself to think of Debra as "in peace" when in his mind eye all he could see was the manner of her death. other then that it's a nice piece :)
Comment Written 15-May-2013
reply by the author on 15-May-2013
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Hi, Kidlike. hehehehe You got me with your opening sentence - not a cat lover myself. Thanks for your kind review and insights. Much appreciated! Bev
Comment from samandlancelot
Bev,
A delightful chapter with the personality clashed of the priest and Darcy. Perfect pacing and excellent dialogue!
Dog ears lifted and fell in shameless acknowledgement (chuckle)
Whatever the manner of passing, murder or cancer, the Mass was considered a celebration of the soul's return home. (Very well stated)
Words, fleet as a hare, erasing his sadness: I am at peace, Father. (Very nice!)
As much money as the Catholic Church rakes in every week, you'd think you could put a little of it aside to fix the damned door, Father!" (Nice conflict added with Darcy's fiery and brutally honest personality.)
Patricia
reply by the author on 15-May-2013
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Bev,
A delightful chapter with the personality clashed of the priest and Darcy. Perfect pacing and excellent dialogue!
Dog ears lifted and fell in shameless acknowledgement (chuckle)
Whatever the manner of passing, murder or cancer, the Mass was considered a celebration of the soul's return home. (Very well stated)
Words, fleet as a hare, erasing his sadness: I am at peace, Father. (Very nice!)
As much money as the Catholic Church rakes in every week, you'd think you could put a little of it aside to fix the damned door, Father!" (Nice conflict added with Darcy's fiery and brutally honest personality.)
Patricia
Comment Written 15-May-2013
reply by the author on 15-May-2013
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Patricia, thank you so very much for this generous and very encouraging review. I appreciate all the time you took to let me know what worked for you. That's a great help, my friend.
Warmest regards, Bev
Comment from mr elis
Wonderful chapter I'd really like to read 39 of this.No doubt the church will be full.it's the last stop on earth,it doesn't matter how she lived,she'll be remembered by many people.
reply by the author on 15-May-2013
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Wonderful chapter I'd really like to read 39 of this.No doubt the church will be full.it's the last stop on earth,it doesn't matter how she lived,she'll be remembered by many people.
Comment Written 15-May-2013
reply by the author on 15-May-2013
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Hi, Mr. Elis. Thank you so much for your gracious review and understanding insight. Warmest regards, Bev
Comment from Jean Lutz
Poor father. Poor dog. Why did she even bother to show up? The Heca, I'm guessing. You've done a great job of lacing this with mention of things many can relate to. I struggle with the sticking door myself. Here in south Louisiana the humidity seems to swell the door frame. Hazelnut is one of my favorite flavors. I bought a cheap one-cup coffee maker. Seldom use it. I hope I haven't missed any of the chapters. Don't think so because I am following the story quite well.
reply by the author on 15-May-2013
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Poor father. Poor dog. Why did she even bother to show up? The Heca, I'm guessing. You've done a great job of lacing this with mention of things many can relate to. I struggle with the sticking door myself. Here in south Louisiana the humidity seems to swell the door frame. Hazelnut is one of my favorite flavors. I bought a cheap one-cup coffee maker. Seldom use it. I hope I haven't missed any of the chapters. Don't think so because I am following the story quite well.
Comment Written 15-May-2013
reply by the author on 15-May-2013
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Hi, Jean. The Heca, indeed! Thank you so very much for this awesome review and your insights. I appreciate your support and encouragement very much. Warmest regards, Bev
Comment from Joan E.
I enjoyed your very naturalistic, rather comic opening paragraphs as a change of tone, paralleling the priest's "respite from his task". Your "macabre mannequin" description is perfect as is the aside "apparent sympathy". What an unexpected zinger at the end with the "set-up"! Well done, as usual- Joan
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I enjoyed your very naturalistic, rather comic opening paragraphs as a change of tone, paralleling the priest's "respite from his task". Your "macabre mannequin" description is perfect as is the aside "apparent sympathy". What an unexpected zinger at the end with the "set-up"! Well done, as usual- Joan
Comment Written 15-May-2013
reply by the author on 15-May-2013
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Joan, thank you so much for your wonderfully generous and encouraging review. I wasn't sure if starting out with a bit of humor was the right move - your insight makes me feel much better about my decision. As always, you are most kind! Hugs, Bev
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I think it's good to change the pace from time to time. Your instincts are well-tuned! More hugs- Joan
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Ah, thanks so much Joan. XX Bev
Comment from Shirley E Kennedy
An interesting and entertaining chapter.
The storyline flows well from start to finish.
Formatted well and clearly written.
A hint of mystery and suspense keeps the interest going.
I enjoyed this chapter..
reply by the author on 15-May-2013
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An interesting and entertaining chapter.
The storyline flows well from start to finish.
Formatted well and clearly written.
A hint of mystery and suspense keeps the interest going.
I enjoyed this chapter..
Comment Written 15-May-2013
reply by the author on 15-May-2013
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Thank you so much for your gracious review! Warm regards, Bev
Comment from chasennov
Along The Jericho Road. 'Heca Moon.' A very good chapter in your ongoing saga of the series. I enjoyed the read which I thought was nice and smooth.
reply by the author on 15-May-2013
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Along The Jericho Road. 'Heca Moon.' A very good chapter in your ongoing saga of the series. I enjoyed the read which I thought was nice and smooth.
Comment Written 14-May-2013
reply by the author on 15-May-2013
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Thank you very much, chasennov, for your generous and gracious review. Warm regards, Bev
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You're very welcome, Bev.
Comment from Patrick G Cox
Hi Bev,
There's a word for women like Debra ... probably get me banned from the site if I used it. A shame she can't get a face to face with the ghost!
I feel sorry for Fr. Brian, she's set him up, and frankly, if she were my relative I'd damned well forgo Paradise just to haunt her.
One correction I think -
We can set the cremains on a - surely that would be "ashes" or "remains"
Or is this one of your quaint American words for the ashes after cremation?
Patrick
reply by the author on 14-May-2013
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Hi Bev,
There's a word for women like Debra ... probably get me banned from the site if I used it. A shame she can't get a face to face with the ghost!
I feel sorry for Fr. Brian, she's set him up, and frankly, if she were my relative I'd damned well forgo Paradise just to haunt her.
One correction I think -
We can set the cremains on a - surely that would be "ashes" or "remains"
Or is this one of your quaint American words for the ashes after cremation?
Patrick
Comment Written 14-May-2013
reply by the author on 14-May-2013
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Hi, Patrick. Thanks so much for the gracious review. Have you ever met women like Darcy? I have. I'm having fun getting a bit of revenge through my writing. Yes, cremains is a term we use here in the States.
I appreciate the support and helpful insights.
Warm regards, Bev
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Sadly, yes, I have met and still know a few like her. I take comfort in the knowledge they destroy themselves eventually.
Patrick
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Ah, that is the voice of wisdom, Patrick. I do believe that is often the case.
:0) Bev
Comment from Showboat
Hey Bev,
Love this one! I just adore the interaction with Alyx. 'Cheap date' lol. Eghads, that Darcy is a piece of work, huh? A real witch, with a b, lol. And Brian is just a darling. Wonderful, engaging characters, whether we love or hate them!
I love how you show the action ... dried errant tears. Good one.
Nothing to carp about here, just an excellent chapter! Here, have a sixer!
Hugs,
Gayle
reply by the author on 14-May-2013
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Hey Bev,
Love this one! I just adore the interaction with Alyx. 'Cheap date' lol. Eghads, that Darcy is a piece of work, huh? A real witch, with a b, lol. And Brian is just a darling. Wonderful, engaging characters, whether we love or hate them!
I love how you show the action ... dried errant tears. Good one.
Nothing to carp about here, just an excellent chapter! Here, have a sixer!
Hugs,
Gayle
Comment Written 14-May-2013
reply by the author on 14-May-2013
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Gayle, thank you so much for your very generous and encouraging review. I'm so glad you liked the chapter! Your support means a lot to me, given what a talented lady you are. Hugs, Bev
Comment from Curtis Hatch
Bev,
The chapter advances the suspense of the story, and Debra Padgett's niece certainly adds to the tension of the occasion. The dialogue between the characters is presented in an outstanding manner. Darcy Shaw has a goal in mind when she visits Brian. She intends to cut the cost of the funeral by having Debra cremated, and she insists there be no mass because she cannot afford the luncheon afterwards. She agrees only after she has conned Brian into providing the luncheon. It is an interesting read.
Curtis
reply by the author on 14-May-2013
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Bev,
The chapter advances the suspense of the story, and Debra Padgett's niece certainly adds to the tension of the occasion. The dialogue between the characters is presented in an outstanding manner. Darcy Shaw has a goal in mind when she visits Brian. She intends to cut the cost of the funeral by having Debra cremated, and she insists there be no mass because she cannot afford the luncheon afterwards. She agrees only after she has conned Brian into providing the luncheon. It is an interesting read.
Curtis
Comment Written 14-May-2013
reply by the author on 14-May-2013
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Curtis, you are so kind. I really appreicate your gracious and generous review. Thank you for your encouragement and support - it means a lot to me! Bev