Rube
An army buddy teaches me a lesson in dramatic fashion41 total reviews
Comment from LisaMay
L'chaim to Rube, and all who stand up to motherfuckin' bullies!
I'm pleased this very well told story won recognition for you when it was told publicly to an audience - the more people who hear this message the better.
(L'chaim = To life)
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2021
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L'chaim to Rube, and all who stand up to motherfuckin' bullies!
I'm pleased this very well told story won recognition for you when it was told publicly to an audience - the more people who hear this message the better.
(L'chaim = To life)
Comment Written 04-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2021
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I think I remember hearing L'chaim before. Maybe in Fiddler on the Roof?
Thanks so much for reading and reviewing this story, Lisa.
L'chaim!
~ Jack
Comment from T B Botts
Well done Captain Jack. That's quite a story indeed. I would imagine that if you've had to deal with ignorant people most of your life, you would come up with a game plan for most any situation. I was at the Rein Mein air base in Frankfurt awaiting a flight to England to pick up my ship. I was nineteen at the time. Myself and some other sailors had lots of time on our hands and spent part of each morning in the bunks playing cards or reading in our underwear. We didn't realize the cultural differences until we took to the showers and the cleaning ladies walked right in unannounced. Talk about a mad grab for towels. Thanks for sharing your story.
Blessings
Tom
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2021
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Well done Captain Jack. That's quite a story indeed. I would imagine that if you've had to deal with ignorant people most of your life, you would come up with a game plan for most any situation. I was at the Rein Mein air base in Frankfurt awaiting a flight to England to pick up my ship. I was nineteen at the time. Myself and some other sailors had lots of time on our hands and spent part of each morning in the bunks playing cards or reading in our underwear. We didn't realize the cultural differences until we took to the showers and the cleaning ladies walked right in unannounced. Talk about a mad grab for towels. Thanks for sharing your story.
Blessings
Tom
Comment Written 04-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2021
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Hah, yes I remember similar cultural differnces over there. I kind of liked the German mentality, for the most part.
Thanks for reading and reviewing this story, TB. I do appreciate it.
~ Jack
Comment from tfawcus
I was particularly interested in your anecdote, as I was based in the NATO headquarters in Reindahlen during the late 1970s. I never came across any discrimination of that sort, though the British soldiers weren't particularly popular because of their drunken and abusive behaviour at times. I guess that the moral of your story is that the best way of dealing with bullies is to stand up to them. Nicely written.
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2021
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I was particularly interested in your anecdote, as I was based in the NATO headquarters in Reindahlen during the late 1970s. I never came across any discrimination of that sort, though the British soldiers weren't particularly popular because of their drunken and abusive behaviour at times. I guess that the moral of your story is that the best way of dealing with bullies is to stand up to them. Nicely written.
Comment Written 04-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2021
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Hey TF,
I recall running into some British soldiers over there in Germany. What a lively bunch they were. I guess we were there the same time. I was in 1977÷1980.
Take care
~ Jack
Comment from RPSaxena
Hello Captain Jack,
Nice piece of Biographical Non-Fiction beautifully depicting the post II World war Germany, especially the personality of 'Jewish Rube' looking cool but having the heart of a 'LION.'
Impressive wording; captivating flow throughout from the beginning to the end.
Picture enhances depth and beauty of the story.
Interesting Indeed!
BEST OF LUCK in the contest.
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2021
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Hello Captain Jack,
Nice piece of Biographical Non-Fiction beautifully depicting the post II World war Germany, especially the personality of 'Jewish Rube' looking cool but having the heart of a 'LION.'
Impressive wording; captivating flow throughout from the beginning to the end.
Picture enhances depth and beauty of the story.
Interesting Indeed!
BEST OF LUCK in the contest.
Comment Written 04-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2021
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Hi Sax,
Thanks so much for your kind words on this story. That's the kind of reaction I was hoping to get.
Take care!
~ Jack
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Hi Jack,
Most Welcome! Keep writing!!
With best wishes,
~RP
Comment from Brett Matthew West
Was stationed in Ansbach, by Nurenburg. Some pretty decent people there. "Rube" handled the situation the only way it needed to be taken care of. You should.have been proud of him.
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2021
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Was stationed in Ansbach, by Nurenburg. Some pretty decent people there. "Rube" handled the situation the only way it needed to be taken care of. You should.have been proud of him.
Comment Written 04-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2021
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Hello Brett,
Thanks for reading and reviewing this. I remember passing through Nuremberg a couple times.
Take care!
~ Jack
Comment from bhogg
Glad to see you back Captain. Having also been stationed in Germany, I think I especially enjoyed your post. Funny how so many folks didn't want to talk about certain things in the past. I was Vietnam era, so one awkward situation with me on a trolley when a large German guy asked if I'd killed any babies lately? My answer, no, killed any Jews lately? In my case, a fight did ensue! Some other German guys I didn't know helped me kick the crap out of the guy.
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2021
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Glad to see you back Captain. Having also been stationed in Germany, I think I especially enjoyed your post. Funny how so many folks didn't want to talk about certain things in the past. I was Vietnam era, so one awkward situation with me on a trolley when a large German guy asked if I'd killed any babies lately? My answer, no, killed any Jews lately? In my case, a fight did ensue! Some other German guys I didn't know helped me kick the crap out of the guy.
Comment Written 04-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2021
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Bill! How ya been, man. Great to hear from you.. Yes, I'm not on Fanstory so much anymore either. Trying to get back into it.
Hey, your experience on the trolley had the making for an excellent story.
Hope all is well with you and your family. You're a good guy.
~ Jack
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I drop into FS rarely. I wrote what I thought was a good novel. Covid shot me out of the water for book signings, so has been difficult to market. I try to market some work outside of FS, but short story market is a tough one. Anyhow, great connecting again!
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Is your book on Amazon?
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yes. www.therabbitbook.com. Send me a private message and I'll mail you a signed copy. Some of your feedback helped me on this novel!
Comment from Rosemary Everson1
If I had a six-star left, I would place it as a rating for your story. I have had several relatives in the service, and they never wanted to talk about their service days. I am glad that you are able to discuss your life with others.
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2021
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If I had a six-star left, I would place it as a rating for your story. I have had several relatives in the service, and they never wanted to talk about their service days. I am glad that you are able to discuss your life with others.
Comment Written 04-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2021
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Hi Rosemary, thank you so much for reading this and for your encouraging words. Made my day.
~ Jack
Comment from Kooky Clown
An enjoyable read and well written I was glad that Rube managed the situation so well and put these guy in their places. Always a difficult thing to do sometimes without it turning out quite nasty. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2021
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An enjoyable read and well written I was glad that Rube managed the situation so well and put these guy in their places. Always a difficult thing to do sometimes without it turning out quite nasty. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 04-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2021
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Hey Kooky (love the screen name). Thanks for reviewing this and for your encouraging words. I do appreciate it.
~ Jack
Comment from jenintorre
Wow!!! This story is fantastic. I simply love it. It is worth at least 7 stars. I will be very surprised if it doesn't win. I have tears in my eyes at the moment as it is so poignant. Good luck and best wishes. Jen.
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2021
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Wow!!! This story is fantastic. I simply love it. It is worth at least 7 stars. I will be very surprised if it doesn't win. I have tears in my eyes at the moment as it is so poignant. Good luck and best wishes. Jen.
Comment Written 04-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2021
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Hi there Jan. I so appreciate your sentiments and encouraging words on this story. You really made my day. And thank you for the 6 stars. That's always nice as well.
Take care!
~ Jack
Comment from Giddy Nielsen-Sweep
Congratulations on your win, Captain Jack. This little story is a great example for all of us, I think. I enjoyed it a lot and found it not only interesting but engaging. An excellent inclusion in the competition, Giddy.
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2021
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Congratulations on your win, Captain Jack. This little story is a great example for all of us, I think. I enjoyed it a lot and found it not only interesting but engaging. An excellent inclusion in the competition, Giddy.
Comment Written 04-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2021
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Well hello Giddy. I remember you quite well from the good old days of Fanstory. Thanks for reading and reviewing this story. And thanks for the 6 star rating. That is most encouraging.
~ Jack