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At Home in Mississippi

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Growing up in the 40 and 50 in MIssissippi

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Comment from Rachelle Allen
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Man, you country girls start maturing YOUNG!! I was SIXTEEN before anything physically changed for me!! I was sure I was going to be the only female in the history of the entire world who never got a monthly cycle.

I love your knack for keeping these seemingly hum-drum things so lively and interesting. That takes real talent! I am enjoying these chapters very much.

xoxo

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2024


reply by the author on 04-Sep-2024
    Yes sixteen does seem a little late but I think it was that late for one of my daughters and for a friend. But ten is really young I think. Thank for the review.
    Beth
Comment from Spitfire
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A nice coming of age story, Beth. It sounds as if seventh grade at least taught some practical classes for both boys and girls. Humorous story about the permission notes. You remember so many details such as the dirty magazines that it's evident what made an impression on you.

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2024


reply by the author on 11-Oct-2024
    Thank you, I appreciate your nice comments. I'm slowly trying to catch up.
    Beth
Comment from Brenda Strauser
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I enjoyed reading your story. It was very descriptive and interesting. Sounds like some of my memories. In 7th grade, I had a man teacher too. I had a crush on him. Your story is well written.

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2024


reply by the author on 11-Oct-2024
    Thank you, Brenda. I'm so glad you are enjoying my story. I appreciate your comments.
    Beth
Comment from patcelaw
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Written chapter and I enjoyed it very much. I wish you a wonderful wonderful weekend. Also wish you a wonderful month and God bless you as you continue to write your books. Patricia.

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2024


reply by the author on 11-Oct-2024
    Thank you, Patricia. I really appreciate you reviews.
    Beth
Comment from Marilyn Hamilton
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Oh boy. I can't wait for your terrible teens lol Seventh grade was the worst for me with all those bodily changes and hormones. It didn't help that my parents were the same way about any sexual questions. The only typos I noticed were that you spelled Zetty's name two different ways. Good story. thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2024


reply by the author on 11-Oct-2024
    Thank you, Marilyn. As you see, I'm running way behind, but I appreciate your reviews.
    Beth
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2024
    Thank you, Marilyn. As you see, I'm running way behind, but I appreciate your reviews.
    Beth
Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
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I love your account of changing shape during puberty. This is all very relatable.There was no way I wanted this. I was still fighting boys in the playground! You highlight so vividly those in between years and bring back memories which otherwise might have been forgotten. As ever, Beth, your story reads with humour and honesty (e.g. the sanitary pads) and is an absolute pleasure to read and marvel at your wonderful powers of recall! Some edits below: Thanks for the share. Debbie

Thrilled to piec(es)
para starting: Zettie Belle - Zetty
le(w)d
Are you sure your mom (won't) care
all those notes....(weren't) from
would continue(,) at least another year(,)
what parent(s) dread

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2024


reply by the author on 11-Oct-2024
    Thanks, Debbie. As you can see, I running way behind. This goes back a month.
    Beth
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2024
    Thanks, Debbie. As you can see, I running way behind. This goes back a month.
    Beth
Comment from LJbutterfly
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This story took me all the way back to seventh grade and training bras. A girlfriend came to my house to visit and saw my bras in a draw. They were size double A which meant they were smaller than size A. She fell out laughing. I was so embarrassed. I also remember cooking, sewing, and Home Economics. I am therefore enjoying all of your stories.

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2024


reply by the author on 04-Sep-2024
    Thank you for the review and for sharing your memories of those training bras. I'm pleased you're enjoying my stories.
    Beth
Comment from royowen
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I.must admit I can only remember about three of my teachers, and I really only thrived under one, my parents weren't particularly interested in education, and nor did I really, I was good at sport, which I pursued into my early forties. Thanks for remembering Beth, blessings Roy
Typo : thrilled to piece(r)s 2: Some extremely (leud) lewd? 3: your.mom (want) care. Won't?

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2024


reply by the author on 11-Oct-2024
    Thank you, Roy. My parents wanted me to get an education because they regretted not having one.
    Beth
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2024
    Thank you, Roy. My parents wanted me to get an education because they regretted not having one.
    Beth
reply by royowen on 11-Oct-2024
    I can see that
Comment from Begin Again
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Hello, Beth! Another well written stories about growing up and making the changes between a child and the "teenage" Years. It's a shame about the teacher but I suppose those things happen especially in small towns or large ones who aren't paying close attention to what goes on.
Smiles, Carol

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2024


reply by the author on 11-Oct-2024
    Thank you, Carol. I appreciate the review.
    Beth
reply by the author on 11-Oct-2024
    Thank you, Carol. I appreciate the review.
    Beth
Comment from Teri7
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Beth, This is another great chapter you have penned about growing up in Mississippi. You used great descriptive words and great imagery with your words.

Please check out this one thing:
they would girls with decent handwriting

I think you need to fix this. Not sure what word to use here. love and blessings, Teri

 Comment Written 03-Sep-2024


reply by the author on 08-Oct-2024
    Thank you, Teri, This review was a month ago but I'm trying to catch up and I really appreciate you.
    Beth