One Man's Calling
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Comment from eliz100
This is another excellent chapter. Moving the heavy wagon was very interesting. Ben came through as usual. I do not see any room for improvement. Have a blessed day.
reply by the author on 16-Sep-2023
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This is another excellent chapter. Moving the heavy wagon was very interesting. Ben came through as usual. I do not see any room for improvement. Have a blessed day.
Comment Written 16-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 16-Sep-2023
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Thank you for your kind review.
Comment from Ric Myworld
As a lifetime owner, breeder, and trainer of thoroughbred horses, I can say that sometimes it's nearly impossible to get one horse to do what you'd like it to. But getting 56 horses to pull a cable or anything would be a feat for God or his chosen one. LOL. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 16-Sep-2023
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As a lifetime owner, breeder, and trainer of thoroughbred horses, I can say that sometimes it's nearly impossible to get one horse to do what you'd like it to. But getting 56 horses to pull a cable or anything would be a feat for God or his chosen one. LOL. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 16-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 16-Sep-2023
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LOL. Right you are.
An interesting life, I'm learning you lead.
You ever read "The Man Who Listens to Horses" by Monte Roberts?
Highly recommended!
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I have read "The Man Who Listens to Horses." I've met Monte Roberts years ago. He did a wonderful job of packing and selling an old technique of tiring out horses in deep sand and making his name as the horse whisperer. :-)
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I'm envious!
Do you remember the part where his school teacher rejected his dream of becoming a thoroughbred trainer? His name was Fowler - just glad he was not kin.
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Yes, so many times in life people tell us we can't do something. Mr. Smith wrote his college thesis on creating Federal Express. His college professor gave him a C, telling him it was a nice idea but totally unrealistic and impossible. The message is framed on the wall behind his desk.
Comment from BethShelby
This is a good chapter. I like that when Ben prays God answers his prayers quickly giving him the strength to do what needs to be down. I do believe there are angels around us and that can be called into action quickly. I've felt their presence more than once.
reply by the author on 15-Sep-2023
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This is a good chapter. I like that when Ben prays God answers his prayers quickly giving him the strength to do what needs to be down. I do believe there are angels around us and that can be called into action quickly. I've felt their presence more than once.
Comment Written 15-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 15-Sep-2023
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Thank you very much.
Comment from Jay Squires
You had some quite graphic description of Ben jumping into action and rescuing the beaten horse, then advising them how it could be done. Some good writing!
The white hat [This is probably the 10th time I've heard mention of "the white hat". What the heck is a white hat. Did you ever explain its significance? Whether they were forces of good or evil? I know I've mentioned my confusion before, but never got an answer.]
then connect them to an obviously over-size wagon [... oversized wagon]
Overall, an exceptionally well written chapter.
reply by the author on 14-Sep-2023
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You had some quite graphic description of Ben jumping into action and rescuing the beaten horse, then advising them how it could be done. Some good writing!
The white hat [This is probably the 10th time I've heard mention of "the white hat". What the heck is a white hat. Did you ever explain its significance? Whether they were forces of good or evil? I know I've mentioned my confusion before, but never got an answer.]
then connect them to an obviously over-size wagon [... oversized wagon]
Overall, an exceptionally well written chapter.
Comment Written 14-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 14-Sep-2023
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Thank you.
Yes. Clyde proposed that he provide guards for Ben a few chapters back. They would wear white hats with yellow bands. They would try to stay out of Ben's way, but be there to protect him. This was the end of that , though.
Comment from Jim Wile
There never seems to be a dull moment in Ben's life. If he isn't evading bad guys, he's helping install trolley cables. He's a quick thinker with a lot of common sense and a strong sense of morality who always thinks about others and their safety and comfort.
I like how you wove this actual event with the cable into your story. It was well written, Wayne. - Jim
reply by the author on 14-Sep-2023
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There never seems to be a dull moment in Ben's life. If he isn't evading bad guys, he's helping install trolley cables. He's a quick thinker with a lot of common sense and a strong sense of morality who always thinks about others and their safety and comfort.
I like how you wove this actual event with the cable into your story. It was well written, Wayne. - Jim
Comment Written 14-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 14-Sep-2023
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Thank you.
I figure the non-fiction readers need a little,too. (smiley face here)
Comment from Pam Lonsdale
First of all, that was a really interesting re-telling of the 56 horses, placing Ben in the scene and having him become the one in charge. And I love that he came to the aid of animals.
Do we know who tried to have his knees broken?
A good chapter, Wayne. A little tension when the horse was whipped!
Pam
reply by the author on 14-Sep-2023
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First of all, that was a really interesting re-telling of the 56 horses, placing Ben in the scene and having him become the one in charge. And I love that he came to the aid of animals.
Do we know who tried to have his knees broken?
A good chapter, Wayne. A little tension when the horse was whipped!
Pam
Comment Written 14-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 14-Sep-2023
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Thank you.
The burly bully was the bouncer of the Ram tavern. I prob'ly oughta clarify that.
Comment from JSD
Well, thought we'd have some action today then, and boy did we get some action. Exciting and dramatic and excellently narrated. Well done, as usual.
John
reply by the author on 14-Sep-2023
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Well, thought we'd have some action today then, and boy did we get some action. Exciting and dramatic and excellently narrated. Well done, as usual.
John
Comment Written 14-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 14-Sep-2023
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Thank you. I thought a little action that wasn't fighting might be a good relief. The 56 horse team was fascinating research.
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Yeah, amazing stuff.
Comment from Wendy G
I was so glad to see that Ben was able to prevent cruelty to the horses. The men would have flogged the animals to death, poor things. And good that he was able to rescue his security man before another bad shanghai event.
Looking forward to more.
Wendy
reply by the author on 14-Sep-2023
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I was so glad to see that Ben was able to prevent cruelty to the horses. The men would have flogged the animals to death, poor things. And good that he was able to rescue his security man before another bad shanghai event.
Looking forward to more.
Wendy
Comment Written 14-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 14-Sep-2023
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Thank you. I was fascinated by the 56 horse team affair. It was a true story (except for Ben's involvement). smiley face here
Comment from lyenochka
I like how you surprise us giving Ben superhuman powers (or angelic help) sometimes. But it is getting too dangerous for his security detail. Yet, Ben knows it's safe if it's God's will. It's interesting that at first Ben didn't feel "called" to help with the horse teams but sprang into action when animal abuse was about to happen. I hope he prayed then, too!
Questions:
Chalmers did respond. (did respond? or didn't? because he didn't say anything)
So he left and I wonder if the recruits were paid.
reply by the author on 14-Sep-2023
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I like how you surprise us giving Ben superhuman powers (or angelic help) sometimes. But it is getting too dangerous for his security detail. Yet, Ben knows it's safe if it's God's will. It's interesting that at first Ben didn't feel "called" to help with the horse teams but sprang into action when animal abuse was about to happen. I hope he prayed then, too!
Questions:
Chalmers did respond. (did respond? or didn't? because he didn't say anything)
So he left and I wonder if the recruits were paid.
Comment Written 13-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 14-Sep-2023
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Thank you.I fixed the Chalmers confusion. I appreciate your keen eye.
Comment from Carol Hillebrenner
This was an especially good chapter as Ben helped prevent animal cruelty to the horses, got his point across to a big brute with an ax handle, and he also rescued his white-hatted guard. Ben's guardian angel must have been working overtime.
reply by the author on 14-Sep-2023
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This was an especially good chapter as Ben helped prevent animal cruelty to the horses, got his point across to a big brute with an ax handle, and he also rescued his white-hatted guard. Ben's guardian angel must have been working overtime.
Comment Written 13-Sep-2023
reply by the author on 14-Sep-2023
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Thank you. Yes, he stays busy.