The Heir Apparent
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Comment from barbara.wilkey
Thank you for the lesson gypsies. I enjoyed it. I am wondering what is going to happen to James' father. I am wondering if we haven't gotten a little off track.
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Thank you for the lesson gypsies. I enjoyed it. I am wondering what is going to happen to James' father. I am wondering if we haven't gotten a little off track.
Comment Written 11-Jul-2012
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2012
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No, we are right on track. All this is leading to Dad and the justice James is looking for. I am pleased you liked this one.
Comment from Margaret Snowdon
Ah, so that's what the
mokkadi code is - all
those rules are mind-
boggling.. I too would
need a list.
You've certainly done your homework, Sasha.
I'm most impressed with how you explained it all.
the table(,) anxiously
Of course(,) dear,
Margaret
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2012
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Ah, so that's what the
mokkadi code is - all
those rules are mind-
boggling.. I too would
need a list.
You've certainly done your homework, Sasha.
I'm most impressed with how you explained it all.
the table(,) anxiously
Of course(,) dear,
Margaret
Comment Written 11-Jul-2012
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2012
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Thanks for catching the spags. I am pleased you liked this chapter, I was concerned it might be too confusing.
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Not at all. M
Comment from CALLAHANMR
Hi Valerie:)
What a treat to see another post arrive so soon. This was a great lesson in Gypsy lore and customs.
I noticed only some minor errors in this sentence: Roma, which in the Romani language means [''people --> 'people'}, [originate ==> originates] from northern India. {Two minor errors: I'm not certain of te correct way to show the word 'people'. Perhaps it needs to be italicized.}
Unusual customs can be hard to live with, but I'm sure these friends will learn quickly.
Love and Irish Hugs,
Roger
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2012
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Hi Valerie:)
What a treat to see another post arrive so soon. This was a great lesson in Gypsy lore and customs.
I noticed only some minor errors in this sentence: Roma, which in the Romani language means [''people --> 'people'}, [originate ==> originates] from northern India. {Two minor errors: I'm not certain of te correct way to show the word 'people'. Perhaps it needs to be italicized.}
Unusual customs can be hard to live with, but I'm sure these friends will learn quickly.
Love and Irish Hugs,
Roger
Comment Written 11-Jul-2012
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2012
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Thanks for catching the spags. I am pleased you liked this one, I was afraid it might be too complicated.
Comment from c_lucas
Grandmother seems to have gone back to her old ways which is common trend in the lives of the elderly. This is very well written with a smooth flow of words.
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2012
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Grandmother seems to have gone back to her old ways which is common trend in the lives of the elderly. This is very well written with a smooth flow of words.
Comment Written 11-Jul-2012
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2012
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Yes, we do find comfort in familiarity.
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Yes we do.
Comment from adewpearl
As I walked up the sidewalk, - add comma
I tried to get her to explain mokkadi to me, but - add comma
like his father Lucian, who had been banned - add comma
passed down from Lucian to Dark, who - add comma
Marime has duel meaning - dual
Fascinating explanation of the gypsy code
Romani standards of hygiene are high, and - add comma
Dogs, although part - add comma
I don't know all of them, but I'll - add comma
fascinating info about Romanis, Gypsies et all
I really like Angela, such a compassionate woman and sincerely eager to help Alfina. Many women would just be offended and feel disrespected in their own homes :-) Brooke
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As I walked up the sidewalk, - add comma
I tried to get her to explain mokkadi to me, but - add comma
like his father Lucian, who had been banned - add comma
passed down from Lucian to Dark, who - add comma
Marime has duel meaning - dual
Fascinating explanation of the gypsy code
Romani standards of hygiene are high, and - add comma
Dogs, although part - add comma
I don't know all of them, but I'll - add comma
fascinating info about Romanis, Gypsies et all
I really like Angela, such a compassionate woman and sincerely eager to help Alfina. Many women would just be offended and feel disrespected in their own homes :-) Brooke
Comment Written 11-Jul-2012
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2012
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Bless you for never tiring of writing 'add comma'. I am pleased you find this interesting, I was afraid it might be too complicated.
Comment from InterestingRon
Hi Smurphy
A good continuation to your story with an interesting change of pace.
Lots of detailed information here. Fascinating facts about the world of the gypsy.
Ron
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2012
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Hi Smurphy
A good continuation to your story with an interesting change of pace.
Lots of detailed information here. Fascinating facts about the world of the gypsy.
Ron
Comment Written 11-Jul-2012
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2012
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Thanks. I am so pleased you found this interesting, I was afraid it might be too complicated.
Comment from xxjsfuncxxxity
This was a great read and very informative about certain aspects of Roma. I'm half-Irish, half Rom on my mother's side and have written a good deal about the subject myself. In fact the protagonist of my novel, Narcisa, is a Brazilian Gypsy ex-con named 'Cigano', which means 'Gypsy' in Portuguese. There's some mention of his background in the first few chapters on my portfolio, should you care to give it a look. In fact, I'm gonna go and stick a new certificate on the whole book right now, just in case you'd like to do some reviewing yourself.
Good luck with your writing. This one was very good.
cheers
js
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2012
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This was a great read and very informative about certain aspects of Roma. I'm half-Irish, half Rom on my mother's side and have written a good deal about the subject myself. In fact the protagonist of my novel, Narcisa, is a Brazilian Gypsy ex-con named 'Cigano', which means 'Gypsy' in Portuguese. There's some mention of his background in the first few chapters on my portfolio, should you care to give it a look. In fact, I'm gonna go and stick a new certificate on the whole book right now, just in case you'd like to do some reviewing yourself.
Good luck with your writing. This one was very good.
cheers
js
Comment Written 11-Jul-2012
reply by the author on 11-Jul-2012
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I am so please you enjoyed this. I was concerned it might be too complicated. Yes, I would love to take a look at you book.
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Anytime, my friend. It would be an honor. It's on my portfolio, called NARCISA. Thanks!!
Comment from Belinda
Hi Sasha, quite a lot of information for my little head as well, I'll try to absorb all of it though...:) You are James inside out, are you not, Sasha? Thanks for your info of Mokkadi and interesting story.
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Hi Sasha, quite a lot of information for my little head as well, I'll try to absorb all of it though...:) You are James inside out, are you not, Sasha? Thanks for your info of Mokkadi and interesting story.
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Comment Written 11-Jul-2012
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Not really...I've spent a lot of time researching and keeping notes. My memory is great for long term things but not stuff like this. I am pleased you found this interesting.
Comment from Janie King
Well, the cultural differences have caused many problems among many nationalities for centuries...if we could all just try to understand the importance of the others beliefs and see if they can be worked around. God bless.
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Well, the cultural differences have caused many problems among many nationalities for centuries...if we could all just try to understand the importance of the others beliefs and see if they can be worked around. God bless.
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Comment Written 11-Jul-2012
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The Romani have tried to do just that. Over the years they have adapted their laws and rituals to work better with the ways of outsiders/gajes.