Football - A Novel
Viewing comments for Chapter 73 "Football Chapter 44"A mother faces life's struggles.
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Comment from Ric Myworld
Sometimes, the difficult swings of the cycles of life can be overwhelming. But there are a few like you who choose to stick with the daily grind as best they can. My dad came to the barn every morning, left for the hospital for intervals of chemo and radiation, and then he came back to finish out the work day at the track and the farm. Often stopping to throw up throughout the day; then, he would collapse on the couch by 6:00 in the evening. But he was always back up and out the door by 3:00 the following morning, headed to the race track. LOL. Instilling a special respect for those of you who never succumb, and fight through the discomfort. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 31-Jan-2022
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Sometimes, the difficult swings of the cycles of life can be overwhelming. But there are a few like you who choose to stick with the daily grind as best they can. My dad came to the barn every morning, left for the hospital for intervals of chemo and radiation, and then he came back to finish out the work day at the track and the farm. Often stopping to throw up throughout the day; then, he would collapse on the couch by 6:00 in the evening. But he was always back up and out the door by 3:00 the following morning, headed to the race track. LOL. Instilling a special respect for those of you who never succumb, and fight through the discomfort. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 31-Jan-2022
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One of my team members of pregnant during the time I was doing chemo. We used to tease that we barfed together and would actually take turns watching each other class. LOL Thank you for the understanding.
Comment from Jay Squires
Another good chapter. Very relaxed, with the only real suspenseful item being The head coach from UT attending the game. But every chapter doesn't have to be a nail-biter. I appreciated the bio info at the end and how it correlated with your own experience of cancer treatment. I can certainly understand your challenges in deciding to work after a chemo session. I did the same, but since I had a one-man insurance office that I couldn't really afford to close down. Your authenticity shines through!
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Another good chapter. Very relaxed, with the only real suspenseful item being The head coach from UT attending the game. But every chapter doesn't have to be a nail-biter. I appreciated the bio info at the end and how it correlated with your own experience of cancer treatment. I can certainly understand your challenges in deciding to work after a chemo session. I did the same, but since I had a one-man insurance office that I couldn't really afford to close down. Your authenticity shines through!
Comment Written 30-Jan-2022
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Thank you for the understanding.
Comment from Artasylum
I love the feeling you build through your very straightforward dialogue the way people really speak to one another and interact. Thanks so much for this sweet story. When I was in Los Angeles. Friday Night Lights were important to the 11:00 news... they would rundown every game faithfully... yours, di
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I love the feeling you build through your very straightforward dialogue the way people really speak to one another and interact. Thanks so much for this sweet story. When I was in Los Angeles. Friday Night Lights were important to the 11:00 news... they would rundown every game faithfully... yours, di
Comment Written 30-Jan-2022
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Thank you for the kind review.
Comment from Ethan Vandervelden
Another really well written chapter! I really appreciated the notes you put at the end! Thank you for being personal and real with your readers.
I am looking forward to hearing about the UT coach and you have left me wondering what that twist that will add.
I enjoyed this chapter very much! Thank you for sharing!
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Another really well written chapter! I really appreciated the notes you put at the end! Thank you for being personal and real with your readers.
I am looking forward to hearing about the UT coach and you have left me wondering what that twist that will add.
I enjoyed this chapter very much! Thank you for sharing!
Comment Written 30-Jan-2022
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Thank you for the kind review. Next post will reveal what he had to say.
Comment from judiverse
I think Katherine wanted to know her diagnosis for sure before telling anyone. I can understand her not wanting to get people upset before she knew for sure. Katherine will have a great support system with her mother and Gabriel's parents. This will really be bad for her as a teacher, if she has to take so many months off. Great description of how Katherine is handling her treatment and the ways others are stepping up to help out. Wonder what's up with the UT coach. It'll be interesting to find out. judi
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I think Katherine wanted to know her diagnosis for sure before telling anyone. I can understand her not wanting to get people upset before she knew for sure. Katherine will have a great support system with her mother and Gabriel's parents. This will really be bad for her as a teacher, if she has to take so many months off. Great description of how Katherine is handling her treatment and the ways others are stepping up to help out. Wonder what's up with the UT coach. It'll be interesting to find out. judi
Comment Written 30-Jan-2022
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Thank you for the kind review. I have a feeling Mr. Edwards will be very supportive of her being off.
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You're welcome. It shows you never Know what's in store for you. Katherine has so many people rooting for her, that will help. judi
Comment from Wendy G
K is certaily blessed to have Gabe in in her life, along with his parents. What a treasure. Looking forward to each chapter as it comes, as it's always interesting, and relevant to life issues.
Wendy
Typo: "I know. Off to bed"
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K is certaily blessed to have Gabe in in her life, along with his parents. What a treasure. Looking forward to each chapter as it comes, as it's always interesting, and relevant to life issues.
Wendy
Typo: "I know. Off to bed"
Comment Written 30-Jan-2022
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I'll fix that area. Thank you for the catch.
Comment from royowen
It's good that you're writing about Katherine as probably the main character, you probably, or rather, certainly understand what it's like to go through the process. It's a wonderful story, and probably would suit others who may be going through the same. Fabulous post Barbara, blessings Roy
Typo : When he came to (the) girls cross country 2: I know(,) back to bed
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It's good that you're writing about Katherine as probably the main character, you probably, or rather, certainly understand what it's like to go through the process. It's a wonderful story, and probably would suit others who may be going through the same. Fabulous post Barbara, blessings Roy
Typo : When he came to (the) girls cross country 2: I know(,) back to bed
Comment Written 30-Jan-2022
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Thank you for the catches. I hate that I leave out those little words, but I seems to do it no matter how many times I read. Thank you, again.
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I do too Barbara
Comment from Heather Burroughs
Great chapter, Barbara. Incredibly detailed, personal and feels so real. Thank you for sharing. And as always, many blessings to you and your loved ones.
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Great chapter, Barbara. Incredibly detailed, personal and feels so real. Thank you for sharing. And as always, many blessings to you and your loved ones.
Comment Written 30-Jan-2022
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Thank you for the encouragement.
Comment from Anne Johnston
Thank you for sharing this chapter. It is so great that Katherine has so many to help her through this time. Looks like there is something shaping up to affect Gabriel's life. Looking forward to the next chapter.
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Thank you for sharing this chapter. It is so great that Katherine has so many to help her through this time. Looks like there is something shaping up to affect Gabriel's life. Looking forward to the next chapter.
Comment Written 30-Jan-2022
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Thank you for this kind review.
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You are welcome
Comment from Sankey
This was a great read again. Very personal and the fact that it is based on quite a bit of "true-to-life" is a good thing. I appreciated the insight into how it was for you, as well. Thanks again. No spags.
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2022
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This was a great read again. Very personal and the fact that it is based on quite a bit of "true-to-life" is a good thing. I appreciated the insight into how it was for you, as well. Thanks again. No spags.
Comment Written 30-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 30-Jan-2022
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Thank you for the special review.