Tucker at Poker Night (Part-3)
Big-time poker night at the Trocadero33 total reviews
Comment from L. Kalere
I don't know how you keep up the verbal freight train, Ric. The romp continues to entertain and amaze. Will we see a damsel tied to a railroad track soon... even if it's metaphorically speaking? Loved it!
Linda
reply by the author on 15-May-2022
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I don't know how you keep up the verbal freight train, Ric. The romp continues to entertain and amaze. Will we see a damsel tied to a railroad track soon... even if it's metaphorically speaking? Loved it!
Linda
Comment Written 15-May-2022
reply by the author on 15-May-2022
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Thank you so much, Linda, for your extra-special six-star review and kind words. Unlike everything that every book or master class teaches, I have no idea where this story goes from here. I don't outline or even have a plot. Plots are only what characters do, so I start with characters and take off to wherever my imagination takes me. LOL. Tomorrow I'll decide what happens next, step by step. I appreciate YOU! And your encouraging review.
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I usually start off with a line that pops into my head and try to make something out of nothing. The result is a few abandoned stories:).
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Just keep those stories and look back over them sometimes. Then when you least expect it, you'll see what you need to take it where you wanted it to go in the first place. Or not. LOL. Okay, it's time that you post something. Don't keep us fans waiting. :-)
Comment from Katherine M. (k-11)
Oh, I am so happy! you gave us such a rare treat posting this so quickly after the last chapter... and it's wonderful. My favourite phrase was the dog losing his head chasing after a bit of tail. It had me rolling round on the sofa laughing my head... off. Keep 'em coming. Kate xx
reply by the author on 15-May-2022
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Oh, I am so happy! you gave us such a rare treat posting this so quickly after the last chapter... and it's wonderful. My favourite phrase was the dog losing his head chasing after a bit of tail. It had me rolling round on the sofa laughing my head... off. Keep 'em coming. Kate xx
Comment Written 15-May-2022
reply by the author on 15-May-2022
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Thank you so much, Kate, for your generous review and kind words. My silly foolishness is intended to give a little bit of shocking seriousness to a farce that adds a few laughs. It's how an old man entertains himself since he can't keep up the pace anymore. LOL. I appreciate YOU, and your encouraging words!
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I love your silliness. Your writing is so good . I savour it, apart from our disagreement on the importance of grammar, but I can 'faire abstrastion' of that (sorry forgot the English for this useful term) as I was used to it from experience at work. After a bit I stop correcting certain things and just gloss over them, trying to be easy-going... (but if it gets so it grates for reading I'll stop handing a six out, haha)
Comment from Judy Lawless
Wow, this is amazing writing, Ric. You certainly are good at creating metaphors, painting detailed descriptions of people and surroundings.
This whole paragraph said so much, "Big Heavy retaliated landing a vicious over-hand right. Nearly the circumference of the aggressor's head, Heavy's wadded fist struck the man's face harder than a sledgehammer shot from a cannon. Teeth tumbled out of his mouth like bowling pins scattering to an adjacent alley. Then, his head hit the floor, making a squishy, smushed pumpkin runover-by-a-tractor-tire sound. Lifeless, he lay flat on his back in a distant stare."
I like the cliff-hanger too. Don't keep us waiting too long for the next chapter. :)
reply by the author on 15-May-2022
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Wow, this is amazing writing, Ric. You certainly are good at creating metaphors, painting detailed descriptions of people and surroundings.
This whole paragraph said so much, "Big Heavy retaliated landing a vicious over-hand right. Nearly the circumference of the aggressor's head, Heavy's wadded fist struck the man's face harder than a sledgehammer shot from a cannon. Teeth tumbled out of his mouth like bowling pins scattering to an adjacent alley. Then, his head hit the floor, making a squishy, smushed pumpkin runover-by-a-tractor-tire sound. Lifeless, he lay flat on his back in a distant stare."
I like the cliff-hanger too. Don't keep us waiting too long for the next chapter. :)
Comment Written 15-May-2022
reply by the author on 15-May-2022
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Thank you so much, Judy, for your extra-special six-star review and kind words. As I'm sure you noticed, I cut out the fragments and gave you full sentences. LOL. I'm glad you liked it. I appreciate YOU, and your encouragement!
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You're most welcome, Ric, and yes I did notice. lol
Comment from roof35
I hope I get to read the next installment. You definitely left me wanting to know what comes next with your closing "cliff hanger." Your descriptions really paint the picture. Great writing.
reply by the author on 15-May-2022
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I hope I get to read the next installment. You definitely left me wanting to know what comes next with your closing "cliff hanger." Your descriptions really paint the picture. Great writing.
Comment Written 15-May-2022
reply by the author on 15-May-2022
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Thank you so much, Judy, for your extra-special six-star review and kind words. I posted a chapter two weeks in a row, which I never do. But I did that with you in mind hoping that you could read the whole story before your exciting summer on the golf course. LOL. I appreciate YOU! And I'm sure going to miss your smiling face and encouraging reviews!
Comment from Theodore McDowell
Great continuation of the story with the writing style matching the character of the protagonist perfectly. I was engaged throughout, waiting for the next move. Can't wait to keep reading. So well done.
reply by the author on 15-May-2022
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Great continuation of the story with the writing style matching the character of the protagonist perfectly. I was engaged throughout, waiting for the next move. Can't wait to keep reading. So well done.
Comment Written 15-May-2022
reply by the author on 15-May-2022
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Thank you so much, Tim, for your extra-special six-star review and the nice words. I'm always honored when talented writers like you take time to read and review my foolish farces and find something to entertain you. Much appreciated!
Comment from lyenochka
A lot of things are happening. I liked all the interesting characters you showed us as I've never been in a gambling place and those mobster types and Bigger Than King Kong types are quite the shock to imagine. And then there's the fun song that you bring in to explain Tucker's self control. It's good he's alert and thinking straight and has the forethought to protect Tammy Jo and TD.
reply by the author on 15-May-2022
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A lot of things are happening. I liked all the interesting characters you showed us as I've never been in a gambling place and those mobster types and Bigger Than King Kong types are quite the shock to imagine. And then there's the fun song that you bring in to explain Tucker's self control. It's good he's alert and thinking straight and has the forethought to protect Tammy Jo and TD.
Comment Written 15-May-2022
reply by the author on 15-May-2022
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Thank you so much, Helen, for starting my day off with a smile. It's always extra-special when the story is way outside the reader's comfort zone and they still take time to read it, plus offer such an outstanding review and comments. Your a champ, my dear! I appreciate YOU!
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Appreciation is mutual! 💖
Comment from karenina
Yay! We didn't have to wait too long for this third installment. Your writing is always crisp, descriptive with that certain "tone" of menace with a veneer of wit, that makes it addictive!
Not sure what "an elegant gold SEQUENCED dress is"--- (Sequined maybe?)
But if you tell me it's a " thing" I'll believe you!
Packed with action ... and (clever you)--
Leaving us anxiously awaiting what's to come!
No sixes left...will you take a sun, moon, and oh, comet?
Karenina
reply by the author on 15-May-2022
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Yay! We didn't have to wait too long for this third installment. Your writing is always crisp, descriptive with that certain "tone" of menace with a veneer of wit, that makes it addictive!
Not sure what "an elegant gold SEQUENCED dress is"--- (Sequined maybe?)
But if you tell me it's a " thing" I'll believe you!
Packed with action ... and (clever you)--
Leaving us anxiously awaiting what's to come!
No sixes left...will you take a sun, moon, and oh, comet?
Karenina
Comment Written 14-May-2022
reply by the author on 15-May-2022
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Thank you so much, Karenina, for your generous review, kind words, and suggestions. You never know what words I might use, and most of the time, I don't know what half of them mean or how they are spelled. I just wing it. As for "sequenced," it means: arranged in a particular order. What that has to do with a dress? Probably nothing. I was meaning the whole outfit. So, I guess, I better try "sequined" to see if anyone understands it better. I think that means material with those little reflecting discs. LOL. Much appreciated!
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Oh...sequenced.... A dress arranged in a particular clear order...
Golly gee!
Like arm holes where the arms go and stuff!?
You can tell I'm a fashionista, huh?
It f it can"t be worn with sneakers...
Well...
You see my problem!
Carry on.
99.9% of the time I'm out in left field, picking daisies!
(Sequined ones...lol!)
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My mind must have been out in a field of daisies writing this chapter. I mean, I thought it was fun, but there aren't many wanting to read it. Huh, and I think this chapter is much better than last that was mostly just setting the stage. Oh, well, we never know. I can see you in sneakers and an extra long tee-shirt type dress, and the fashion police flocking with cameras. LOL.
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You are much too modest! As it sits right now you have 26 total reviews...and out of those you have THIRTEEN six-star reviews! A fifty percent "six-star" rate! Even in my sneakers a tee-shirt dress I can tell fine writing when I see it! Take a bow!
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Thank you for always saying nice things to make me smile, even when I don't think I have anything to smile about. Hope you're feeling better, and the family is too!
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Thanks! We're peachy keen once more!
Comment from K.L. Rockquemore
I enjoyed reading this post, ( Part-3).
This is well written, descriptive and creative. The dialogue has an authentic quality and flows very naturally.
The change in font/size is effective for emphasis.
Thanks for sharing your talent.
reply by the author on 15-May-2022
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I enjoyed reading this post, ( Part-3).
This is well written, descriptive and creative. The dialogue has an authentic quality and flows very naturally.
The change in font/size is effective for emphasis.
Thanks for sharing your talent.
Comment Written 14-May-2022
reply by the author on 15-May-2022
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Thank you so much, K.L., for your generous review and kinds words, and for coming back for another part. I'm going to try and finish things up with one more part. But, if it gets too long I'll have to make it two. I'm glad you liked it. Much appreciated!
Comment from Carol Hillebrenner
This is a good chapter with a lot of characters involved. The boots were a great clue. Tucker is worth what he is being paid
This is a good chapter with lots of characters introduced. The combat boots were a quality clue. Tucker isn't being paid enough for what he does. I'm enjoying this but rather concerned for Tammy.
reply by the author on 14-May-2022
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This is a good chapter with a lot of characters involved. The boots were a great clue. Tucker is worth what he is being paid
This is a good chapter with lots of characters introduced. The combat boots were a quality clue. Tucker isn't being paid enough for what he does. I'm enjoying this but rather concerned for Tammy.
Comment Written 14-May-2022
reply by the author on 14-May-2022
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Thank you so much, Carol, for your kind words and generous review. I'm just a silly old man who entertains himself with foolish farces that hopefully take us on a ride. Doing the things, I wish I still could. LOL. Thanks for taking time to my foolishness. I appreciate YOU!
Comment from AJ McCall
You know I always love your exaggerated stories, Ric! And I'm gonna miss them... gotta leave the site for a little bit and won't be that active on my paid account cause I gotta pay for some other things... but I'll still be reading LOL. Tucker is such a character... and I love his adventures! And I'm so glad to see your more active too since you haven't been lately...
BUT SIX STARSSSS!!!
reply by the author on 14-May-2022
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You know I always love your exaggerated stories, Ric! And I'm gonna miss them... gotta leave the site for a little bit and won't be that active on my paid account cause I gotta pay for some other things... but I'll still be reading LOL. Tucker is such a character... and I love his adventures! And I'm so glad to see your more active too since you haven't been lately...
BUT SIX STARSSSS!!!
Comment Written 14-May-2022
reply by the author on 14-May-2022
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Thank you so much, A.J., for your extra-special six-star review and kind words. I'm sorry to learn you'll be leaving the site for a while, but hopefully it won't be too long. I'll sure miss not interacting with you and your bubbly personality that always makes me smile. Best of luck in all that you do! And hurry back, life is too short to even miss a few days of sharing with those who make us happy. It's always a pleasure to see your name pop up. God bless!
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AWW Ric... you're too sweet...
I should've edited my review cause I'll actually be able to stay for now LOL.
And YOU ARE SO WELCOME!!!! Yes... it's always nice to see your name too in my inbox... and I agree life is too short- WE MUST LIVE IT TO THE FULLEST!!! Thank you for making me smile ;)
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You always make me smile! And I'm glad to know you'll be right here and not leaving. I'd rather keep you close! :-)
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LOL... ;) ;)