Comment from kiwijenny

Excellent

Ha ha ha you were up the creek with out a paddle.
I stepped off a boat once and sank up to my waist in quick sand ...the awful yucky sound it made squelchy.....and the look was not pretty ,,,but you know that look...ha ha ha ha
Loved it
God bless

 Comment Written 11-Apr-2015

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reply by the author on 04-May-2015

Thank you for reviewing my work. I apologize for the delay in thanking you. My phone was 'lost'. My dog hid it outside. Little wart.

Comment from Sis Cat

Excellent

This is a fun, hilarious read. I can see and feel your predicament. You have a great gift being able to laugh at yourself and to write about it. Thank you for sharing.

 Comment Written 11-Apr-2015

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reply by the author on 04-May-2015

Thank you for reviewing my work. I apologize for the delay in thanking you. My phone was 'lost'. My dog hid it outside. LiThank you for reviewing my work. I apologize for the delay in thanking you. My phone was 'lost'. My dog hid it outside. Little wart.ttle wart.

reply by Sis Cat on 04-May-2015

That's all right. Your post was a lot of fun. Thanks.

Comment from MissMerri

Excellent

Hahahahaha! Very funny story... that could have ended tragically, so I'm glad you got out of those boots. You managed to tell this in such a descriptive and colorful way, I felt like one of the grandchildren watching it all unfold. Very good use of language and also humor. You made me laugh out loud at the end. I saw nothing to correct or change, so you must be a good editor as well as writer.

 Comment Written 11-Apr-2015

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reply by the author on 04-May-2015

Thank you for reviewing my work. I apologize for the delay in thanking you. My phone was 'lost'. My dog hid it outside. Little wart.

Comment from Helena Frances

Excellent

A beautiful picture--serene and so different from the story!
Fun, fun, fun to read! I was right there with you, and could feel the icy cold muddy water, and the beginning stage of panic.
Loved the range of reactions from the grandkids--you gotta love'm:)
A great way to start my day.
Thank you:)

 Comment Written 28-Mar-2015

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reply by the author on 28-Mar-2015

Thank you for reviewing my work. Yes, my grand babies are one of my best sources of inspiration.

Comment from Walu Feral

Excellent

Hahahaha! G'day mate, I wish I had a six to give you for this great yarn mate. I got a real kick out of this. I could see your husband coming down with the tractor LOL. Well done, cheers Fez

 Comment Written 28-Mar-2015

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reply by the author on 28-Mar-2015

Thank you for reviewing my work.

Yes, I expected to see the tractor pulling in any second. Fun times....

Comment from kriver

Excellent

Hi
This was a funny although
semi serious situation
to suddenly find yourself in.
I'm glad you got out OK.
I liked the picture too.
Over all I think it is a good write.

 Comment Written 28-Mar-2015

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reply by the author on 28-Mar-2015

Thank you for reviewing my work. I appreciate the stars.

Comment from c_lucas

Excellent

I have had the experience of being in quick sand three times in my life. Panicking is the last thing you want to do. You get out slow and easy without fighting the suction. This is very well written.

 Comment Written 27-Mar-2015

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reply by the author on 27-Mar-2015

Thank you for reviewing my work. I've never been in quick sand, and if it's like that nasty mud, I don't think I want the experience.

reply by c_lucas on 27-Mar-2015

It is worse. Unless you know what you're doing, the more you struggle, the deeper you get. Fall down, preferably by tree roots. You're welcome, Q. Charlie

reply by the author on 27-Mar-2015

Thanks. I will file this information in the part of my brain that keeps the 'just in case I need it' stuff.

Thanks.

Comment from nancy_e_davis

Excellent

That had to be terrifying. WOW! I think I would really panic in a situation like that. The thought of drowning in mud is awful. I think I would lope off the limbs that protrude over the stream. Good story my friend. :<) Nancy

 Comment Written 27-Mar-2015

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reply by the author on 27-Mar-2015

Thanks for reviewing my work. Yes, lopping off the hanging limbs would have been the ideal solution, but that's where my story would've ended.

Comment from jpduck

Excellent

This was the best laugh I've had all week. Beautifully described. They must have been the most delicious looking apples to let you even think of engaging in such a hazardous venture!


Adrian

 Comment Written 27-Mar-2015

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reply by the author on 27-Mar-2015

Thanks for reviewing my work. I'm glad I was able to give you a chuckle. Years down the road, I'm sure my grand kids will remember this story and have their own chuckle.

Comment from Louise G 23

Excellent

From 'Picture this...' you had me. I was smiling and chuckling, from that point on your story telling was natural and flowed really well. Nothing wrong with the beginning of your story, but from that point, I felt as though I could hear your voice.

I love that one of your grandchildren still asks you to "get me that apple hanging over there," it is so typical and innocent coming from a child and in this situation, comical.

 Comment Written 27-Mar-2015

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reply by the author on 27-Mar-2015

Thanks for reviewing my work. My grand babies are my inspiration. Some of the stuff they come up with just blows my mind.

Thank you also for the generous rating.