Detour
Viewing comments for Chapter 40 "End of the Road(trip)"Two very real women in not so real situation.
24 total reviews
Comment from tfawcus
I thoroughly enjoyed this and the other accounts of the FanStory convention. My! What a party! Wish I'd been there. Amongst the delicious humour, you have buried some gems of wisdom, not least being 'Rachelle shrugs. "I think everyone needs to leave their comfort zone once in a while. Without discomfort, there is no growth."
reply by the author on 18-Nov-2024
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I thoroughly enjoyed this and the other accounts of the FanStory convention. My! What a party! Wish I'd been there. Amongst the delicious humour, you have buried some gems of wisdom, not least being 'Rachelle shrugs. "I think everyone needs to leave their comfort zone once in a while. Without discomfort, there is no growth."
Comment Written 16-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 18-Nov-2024
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Thank you so much. Gretchen
Comment from LJbutterfly
This book has been a magnificent endeavor. I've enjoyed every chapter as you and Rachelle described your different versions, demonstrating wit, humor, creativity, and exemplary writing. I've laughed, gotten angry, wiped tears from my eyes, disappeared into gripping imagery, sang along, and laughed again. Thank you for including FanStorians in your final scene, and for extending an invitation to add to the story. This has really been fun.
reply by the author on 06-Nov-2024
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This book has been a magnificent endeavor. I've enjoyed every chapter as you and Rachelle described your different versions, demonstrating wit, humor, creativity, and exemplary writing. I've laughed, gotten angry, wiped tears from my eyes, disappeared into gripping imagery, sang along, and laughed again. Thank you for including FanStorians in your final scene, and for extending an invitation to add to the story. This has really been fun.
Comment Written 06-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 06-Nov-2024
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It was a very fun project. Thank you for sharing in it. Thank you for the extra star. Gretchen
Comment from patcelaw
This has been a fun journey with you and Rachel in the road trip to New Jersey and I have enjoyed all of the follow up stories from the various participants on story. They have all done a very good job and I've also enjoyed making some of them that I had not met before thank you for doing this. Patricia.
reply by the author on 06-Nov-2024
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This has been a fun journey with you and Rachel in the road trip to New Jersey and I have enjoyed all of the follow up stories from the various participants on story. They have all done a very good job and I've also enjoyed making some of them that I had not met before thank you for doing this. Patricia.
Comment Written 05-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 06-Nov-2024
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Thank you so much. This was a fun project. Gretchen
Comment from royowen
I think most of my detours in life could be over, after all it takes money and a great deal of energy to go on a road trip, how do I know? I've been on countless one here and overseas, four trips to New York at 23 hours in the air, both ways, (and one convention) and countless ones to Asia and Europe, beautifully written Gretchen, great series, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 06-Nov-2024
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I think most of my detours in life could be over, after all it takes money and a great deal of energy to go on a road trip, how do I know? I've been on countless one here and overseas, four trips to New York at 23 hours in the air, both ways, (and one convention) and countless ones to Asia and Europe, beautifully written Gretchen, great series, blessings Roy
Comment Written 05-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 06-Nov-2024
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I hear you. The real Gretchen would have gone home when the car broke down. Lol. Thank you for this. Gretchen
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I understand
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
I so agree that we sometimes have to leave the confines of our life and venture out and see the world and how the other half live. This broadens our mind and helps understand the challenges other people face in life. I am so glad you mentioned this in your post Gretchen. It sounds like you learned a lot on this adventure Gretchen and it widened your scope as a writer. As you know, I am your biggest fan as you always bring a story together with good metaphors and humour. I am honoured to have had the opportunity to travel with you guys, I have thoroughly enjoyed this venture that you and Rachelle have put together, it has been entertaining and magical, well done to both of you, love Dolly x x x
reply by the author on 06-Nov-2024
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I so agree that we sometimes have to leave the confines of our life and venture out and see the world and how the other half live. This broadens our mind and helps understand the challenges other people face in life. I am so glad you mentioned this in your post Gretchen. It sounds like you learned a lot on this adventure Gretchen and it widened your scope as a writer. As you know, I am your biggest fan as you always bring a story together with good metaphors and humour. I am honoured to have had the opportunity to travel with you guys, I have thoroughly enjoyed this venture that you and Rachelle have put together, it has been entertaining and magical, well done to both of you, love Dolly x x x
Comment Written 05-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 06-Nov-2024
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Dolly, it was delightful traveling with you. Who knows when we'll meet again. Thank you for this. Gretchen
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I have also enjoyed your wonderful company too Gretchen, you and Rachelle have been delightful hosts, love Dolly x
Comment from Cindy Decker 3
Gretchen,
I love your rendition of this ongoing saga. I don't know how I would fare at a Fanstory Convention, though people on this site are friendly, I'm an introvert in crowds, a hellion when I get to know people.
Good luck with your story, Gretchen.
Best wishes,
Cindy
reply by the author on 06-Nov-2024
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Gretchen,
I love your rendition of this ongoing saga. I don't know how I would fare at a Fanstory Convention, though people on this site are friendly, I'm an introvert in crowds, a hellion when I get to know people.
Good luck with your story, Gretchen.
Best wishes,
Cindy
Comment Written 05-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 06-Nov-2024
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I would describe myself the same way. Once you are in my circle, all bets are off. Lol . Thank you for this. Gretchen
Comment from pome lover
very well put. I think it always makes an interesting story when it involves opposite or different personalities in the two main characters. Opinions and dialogue and funny situations. I wonder what Tom's thoughts were after reading the whole thing, which I would imagine he did. Well, it was a fun story to read. You two did a great job.
And I was floored and delighted to get 3rd in the version contest. Thank you very much!!!!
It was a great idea and lot of fun.
Thanks,
Katharine
reply by the author on 06-Nov-2024
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very well put. I think it always makes an interesting story when it involves opposite or different personalities in the two main characters. Opinions and dialogue and funny situations. I wonder what Tom's thoughts were after reading the whole thing, which I would imagine he did. Well, it was a fun story to read. You two did a great job.
And I was floored and delighted to get 3rd in the version contest. Thank you very much!!!!
It was a great idea and lot of fun.
Thanks,
Katharine
Comment Written 04-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 06-Nov-2024
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I loved your entry. They were all good. Thank you for the wonderful review and the outstanding rating. Gretchen
Comment from judiverse
This was a fascinating trip. Those detours make the journey special and memorable. I don't think there's ever been so much interest in a FanStory event, and this was an event. I thought it was funny about asking Tom for extra stars. I was disappointed that Rebekah chose not to follow up with her musical career. She was certainly gifted, and she will always torture herself that she did not seize the opportunity. I wonder if she had had ample opportunity to make the decision, and if she would have had time to prepare for a concert. This was delightful reading. judi
reply by the author on 06-Nov-2024
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This was a fascinating trip. Those detours make the journey special and memorable. I don't think there's ever been so much interest in a FanStory event, and this was an event. I thought it was funny about asking Tom for extra stars. I was disappointed that Rebekah chose not to follow up with her musical career. She was certainly gifted, and she will always torture herself that she did not seize the opportunity. I wonder if she had had ample opportunity to make the decision, and if she would have had time to prepare for a concert. This was delightful reading. judi
Comment Written 04-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 06-Nov-2024
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Thank you so much. I hate to see it end. I appreciate this wonderful review and the awesome rating. Gretchen
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You're so welcome. I truly enjoyed the series. I think it really excited the members to be able to participate. judi
Comment from Jim Wile
Gretchen, this has been a fabulous trip with you and Rachelle. This was a perfect concluding chapter in which you neatly wrapped up the experiences you had and the good you took from them. I loved what you said about detours in life.
Although you and Rachelle were somewhat caricatures of your true selves, it was great to get to know you better through this story. I loved your snarky wit and your overall take on life. The entire story was many things--very funny, sweet at times, and outrageous in your portrayal of a most unusual and unforgettable character, Jane Babies.
I also appreciate that you and Rachelle let us add a chapter of our own to the story. It made the whole experience that much more enjoyable.
This has been a remarkably fun experience reading this story, which was so clever in its conception. I'd love to see the two of you collaborate on another one some time. Thanks for the privilege of reading Detour.
reply by the author on 06-Nov-2024
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Gretchen, this has been a fabulous trip with you and Rachelle. This was a perfect concluding chapter in which you neatly wrapped up the experiences you had and the good you took from them. I loved what you said about detours in life.
Although you and Rachelle were somewhat caricatures of your true selves, it was great to get to know you better through this story. I loved your snarky wit and your overall take on life. The entire story was many things--very funny, sweet at times, and outrageous in your portrayal of a most unusual and unforgettable character, Jane Babies.
I also appreciate that you and Rachelle let us add a chapter of our own to the story. It made the whole experience that much more enjoyable.
This has been a remarkably fun experience reading this story, which was so clever in its conception. I'd love to see the two of you collaborate on another one some time. Thanks for the privilege of reading Detour.
Comment Written 04-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 06-Nov-2024
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Thank you so much. This has been an amazing experience. And I would definitely jump at the chance to work with her again. Thank you for reading. Gretchen
Comment from barbara.wilkey
I honestly hope you and Rachelle do a joint venture again. This was wonderful and I honestly enjoyed reading every word. You two ladies complement each other. GREAT JOB!!
reply by the author on 06-Nov-2024
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I honestly hope you and Rachelle do a joint venture again. This was wonderful and I honestly enjoyed reading every word. You two ladies complement each other. GREAT JOB!!
Comment Written 04-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 06-Nov-2024
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Thanks, Barbara. I'd love to collaborate with her again. Gretchen