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Viewing comments for Chapter 39 "The End of the Road(trip)"Two very real women in not so real situation.
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Comment from lyenochka
Congratulations on completing this book, Rachelle! You and Gretchen did a fabulous job with this big project and showed us the varying cultures of writers and the challenge of meeting a completely different world such as the pork-eating Amish. Lol. It takes a lot of love to want something for the ones we love and yet allow them to make their own choices that isn't what we hoped for them such as the case with Rachelle's dream for Rebekah.
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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Congratulations on completing this book, Rachelle! You and Gretchen did a fabulous job with this big project and showed us the varying cultures of writers and the challenge of meeting a completely different world such as the pork-eating Amish. Lol. It takes a lot of love to want something for the ones we love and yet allow them to make their own choices that isn't what we hoped for them such as the case with Rachelle's dream for Rebekah.
Comment Written 03-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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Thank you very much, Helen, and thank you for the depth with which you did this review. You internalize other people's characters and never fluff over their motives or outcomes. That's what makes your reviews especially enjoyable and meaningful. So very appreciated. xoxox
Comment from Mrs. KT
Oh!
Thank goodness, Rachelle!
I've been redeemed!
No longer am I a lush, but a very capable driver - so capable that even my refined dear friend, Dolly, would agree to ride along with me all the way back to Lancaster, Pennsylvania = one of my favorite places to visit in the good ole USA!
(You forgot to mention that I treated everyone to "Shoo-Fly Pie" once we settled in and were composed and relaxed from all the shenanigans at the convention!
What a memorable time!
I know that I shall remember this event for years!
Thank you for sharing!
fondly,
diane
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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Oh!
Thank goodness, Rachelle!
I've been redeemed!
No longer am I a lush, but a very capable driver - so capable that even my refined dear friend, Dolly, would agree to ride along with me all the way back to Lancaster, Pennsylvania = one of my favorite places to visit in the good ole USA!
(You forgot to mention that I treated everyone to "Shoo-Fly Pie" once we settled in and were composed and relaxed from all the shenanigans at the convention!
What a memorable time!
I know that I shall remember this event for years!
Thank you for sharing!
fondly,
diane
Comment Written 03-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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I remembered that you loved it! What was the name of the town again, though?
And of course our quartet had to include our favorite Brit!
Thanks for the lovely review; so very appreciated! xoxox
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Well, there are a few towns that I have visited, but "Intercourse" had the best "Shoo Fly Pie!"
True story!
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There's something so ghastly about mixing those two names together, isn't there...It's like something I would expect Jane Babies's porn king father to have in a feature film...
xoxo
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Hah!
So true!
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Comment from Marilyn Hamilton
What a perfect ending to the trip and the story. I am glad that Rebekah got to have her experiences but also glad that she felt sure enough of herself to go back to the simple life and appreciate what she had. thanks for the fun story. When should we expect the next??
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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What a perfect ending to the trip and the story. I am glad that Rebekah got to have her experiences but also glad that she felt sure enough of herself to go back to the simple life and appreciate what she had. thanks for the fun story. When should we expect the next??
Comment Written 03-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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Stay tuned.
Thanks for this really lovely review, Marilyn. xoxo
Comment from barbara.wilkey
This is an absolutely perfect ending to this story. It doesn't get any better than this. Thank you and Gretchen for sharing this with us.
at ten the next day, we will get to hear Rebekah perform. (the following day)
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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This is an absolutely perfect ending to this story. It doesn't get any better than this. Thank you and Gretchen for sharing this with us.
at ten the next day, we will get to hear Rebekah perform. (the following day)
Comment Written 03-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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Thank you, Barbara. This touches me deep down to my core. xoxox
Comment from GWHARGIS
No lie, Rachelle, I rarely cry when reading. I was wiping tears for two reasons with this. First, it was so touching, the relationship with You and Rebekah. Next is the fact that our "trip" is over. I love how you pulled Begin Again's story into the details of our convention. This was a wonderful way to end this. I honestly don't even need to write an end chapter ( But I will.) LOL. This was perfect and I'm glad I got the pleasure of reading it today. Gretchen
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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No lie, Rachelle, I rarely cry when reading. I was wiping tears for two reasons with this. First, it was so touching, the relationship with You and Rebekah. Next is the fact that our "trip" is over. I love how you pulled Begin Again's story into the details of our convention. This was a wonderful way to end this. I honestly don't even need to write an end chapter ( But I will.) LOL. This was perfect and I'm glad I got the pleasure of reading it today. Gretchen
Comment Written 03-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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Gretchen, you sweet and wonderful woman, there is NO ONE who could have made this a more perfect experience for me. Anyone would love to work with you, but I'm the luck writer who was given the opportunity, and I have appreciated it the entire time.
Thank you for this perfect final review. I will definitely miss our collaborations. You have stolen my heart with your Southern charm and TALENT. xoxoxo
Comment from pome lover
Oh, Rachelle! That was perfect! The only thing that would have been "more perfect" is if you had sung. I think I speak for everyone involved in your wonderful adventure, we'd love to hear you. Would there be a possibility of your putting a video of you singing here on Fan Story? I can tell you everybody would be thrilled!
If not, this story and especially the ending, is, in itself, a special treat--truly a delightful surprise, a mixture of sad disappointment and a proud, fulfilling tug at the heartstrings.
I have had the feeling all through this story, because your character IS you, that it was real. It would make a great movie!!!
Anyway, thanks for the enlightening and exciting experience, and for the thrill of my version being one of the ones picked and for the wonderful and generous $50 which I will love earning with new ideas.
As"they" say, It was a great ride!
Katharine
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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Oh, Rachelle! That was perfect! The only thing that would have been "more perfect" is if you had sung. I think I speak for everyone involved in your wonderful adventure, we'd love to hear you. Would there be a possibility of your putting a video of you singing here on Fan Story? I can tell you everybody would be thrilled!
If not, this story and especially the ending, is, in itself, a special treat--truly a delightful surprise, a mixture of sad disappointment and a proud, fulfilling tug at the heartstrings.
I have had the feeling all through this story, because your character IS you, that it was real. It would make a great movie!!!
Anyway, thanks for the enlightening and exciting experience, and for the thrill of my version being one of the ones picked and for the wonderful and generous $50 which I will love earning with new ideas.
As"they" say, It was a great ride!
Katharine
Comment Written 03-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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I'll tell you what, Katharine: If you want to be Facebook friends, I'll share a Messenger video of me singing. But I would not feel comfortable putting a video on FS. On here, I'm a writer.
I can't tell how how I appreciate your love and support and encouragement from the first chapter to the last, and I was so HAPPY for you that your chapter was among the winners!
Thank you for all you contributed to making this such a fun experience for me. It means the world. xoxox
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I understand. I'm not on Facebook, and hate to admit it to you, but I am not very technical. i'll have to see about getting on Facebook, and get back to you if I may because I would love to hear it! I know, pitiful.
Thank you so much for your lovely comments and I'll get back to you.
Katharine
Comment from Neonewman
I have to admit, this chapter pulled some emotion out of this old man. What a beautiful, descriptive ending, Rachelle. I enjoyed the journey you and Grethen took me on.
God bless, my friend.
Steve
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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I have to admit, this chapter pulled some emotion out of this old man. What a beautiful, descriptive ending, Rachelle. I enjoyed the journey you and Grethen took me on.
God bless, my friend.
Steve
Comment Written 03-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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I we absolutely loved having you on board with us!! Thank you for being a loyal reader and support system. Xoxoxo
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It's been a pleasure, my friend. I am delighted to have both of you as friends. I have met many wonderful people through ya'll as well.
God bless,
Steve
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xoxox
For a horror writer, you sure are a sweet talker!!!
xoxox
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Heh! Heh!
I love it! I don't watch emotional movies, especially in public. I tear up too easy, lol.
Comment from Esther Brown
One of the best. This was so much fun to read. You are skilled at poking fun and creating chaotic twists and turns. Not to forget you have a wild imagination. Every character seems true to what I know of them. Great writing! Esther
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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One of the best. This was so much fun to read. You are skilled at poking fun and creating chaotic twists and turns. Not to forget you have a wild imagination. Every character seems true to what I know of them. Great writing! Esther
Comment Written 03-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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This is SUCH a nice review, Esther. I appreciate your every word. Xoxoxo
Comment from Carol Clark2
A great (and sane) conclusion to this wonderful story. I was hoping for an attachment of 'O Mio Babbino Caro' to listen to! LOL. Love that piece. I'm glad you gave Rebekah a great performance piece before she packed in the music career. Blessings. Carol
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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A great (and sane) conclusion to this wonderful story. I was hoping for an attachment of 'O Mio Babbino Caro' to listen to! LOL. Love that piece. I'm glad you gave Rebekah a great performance piece before she packed in the music career. Blessings. Carol
Comment Written 03-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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Yes, I contemplated that but felt most members wouldn't be interested.
Thank you for this terrific review. Very, very much appreciated. Xo
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You're welcome. I very much enjoyed the book.
Comment from BethShelby
I really enjoyed this story, and I'll miss it, It was very entertaining with a lot of wonderful bonding, comedy and sentimental goodbyes. If something like that really happened to a beautiful and talented Amish girl, I wonder if having experience another world in which could easily fit into, if she would not spend the rest of her life second guessing as to whether or not she had made the right decision or not. Choosing either way would have left something important missing.
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reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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I really enjoyed this story, and I'll miss it, It was very entertaining with a lot of wonderful bonding, comedy and sentimental goodbyes. If something like that really happened to a beautiful and talented Amish girl, I wonder if having experience another world in which could easily fit into, if she would not spend the rest of her life second guessing as to whether or not she had made the right decision or not. Choosing either way would have left something important missing.
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The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.
Comment Written 03-Nov-2024
reply by the author on 03-Nov-2024
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That's very astute. It's that old adage about "how do you keep 'em down on the farm after they've seen Pari'?"
Thanks for this delightful review. xoxox