Comment from kiwigirl2821

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hey Patty. I think I remember that scene lol. I would be star struck too. It's cool to be in the right place at the right time. What a great entry into this contest. Good luck. xoxo Kiwi

 Comment Written 25-Aug-2017

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reply by the author on 31-Aug-2017

Hi Kiwi;
so sorry for such a late reply; I'm glad you enjoyed this story and found it amusing. Hard to believe I actually did it, but it is one of my favorite memories,

~patty~

Comment from LaRosa

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Embarrassing at the moment, I guess! But what a great memory. Gather the hubby has heard since you're writing about it... :))
Hey, gotta agree, marriage doesn't make one blind.
Love the way you led into the clincher at the end. It kept me hanging in there, wondering if you'd just happen on your hubby, newly returned, early. What a nice moment that would have been, but the real ending was fun and made me laugh.

 Comment Written 24-Aug-2017

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reply by the author on 31-Aug-2017

Hi there;
so sorry for such a late reply; I'm glad you enjoyed this story and found it amusing. Hard to believe I actually did it, but it is one of my favorite memories,

~patty~

reply by LaRosa on 31-Aug-2017

it's fun yu had the courage to 'kiss and tell'
SMILE!

Comment from Marvin Calloway

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Well, lucky you! You acted on impulse and gained a memory you'll never forget. Tom's bound to remember some fans who were special. Why not you?
Well told story.
Marv

 Comment Written 24-Aug-2017

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reply by the author on 31-Aug-2017

Hi Marv;
so sorry for such a late reply; I'm glad you enjoyed this story and found it amusing. Hard to believe I actually did it, but it is one of my favorite memories,

~patty~

Comment from rtobaygo

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I can see why this memory was so special. Being a young mother and on a naval base must have been exciting at times. Loved the way you wanted to stay connected to your husband by walking the docks. Out of sixes.

Take care and stay safe,

Ray

 Comment Written 24-Aug-2017

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reply by the author on 31-Aug-2017

Hi Ray;
so sorry for such a late reply; I'm glad you enjoyed this story and found it amusing. Hard to believe I actually did it, but it is one of my favorite memories,

~patty~

Comment from Margaret Snowdon

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Well, you wanton woman, you -- ha - I admire your nerve - I was always too shy where there were men - OK with just one, but not several around.

I was only twenty-six[,](;) my husband was out at sea, and had been for about four months. - semi-colon needed to join the two sentences.

The office at work was all abuzz with the news filming for one of Tom Cruise's movies [was] taking place on the base. - I've read this through 3 times, and feel you need to lose the "was" after movies - what do you think?

A great little story for the contest - good luck, Patty.

Margaret

 Comment Written 24-Aug-2017

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reply by the author on 31-Aug-2017

Hi Margaret;
thank you so much for your help with the nits - I did fix them.
so sorry for such a late reply; I'm glad you enjoyed this story and found it amusing. Hard to believe I actually did it, but it is one of my favorite memories,

~patty~

Comment from MJ McIntire

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What an encounter. Not many can say they were out for a walk and bump into Tom Cruise.

The story is well told. Easy to see the Naval men walking with pride.

I was not expecting the ending, of you turning and running, so this was pretty funny. Do you ever wish you stood for a couple extra seconds to see what he would have said? I am sure he remembers the crazy girl who ran up to him, kissed his hand and then ran away. I just laughed when I read that.

MJ

 Comment Written 24-Aug-2017

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reply by the author on 31-Aug-2017

Hi MJ:
so sorry for such a late reply; I'm glad you enjoyed this story and found it amusing. Hard to believe I actually did it, but it is one of my favorite memories, and I DO wish I had stayed for just one more moment - I would love to have seen the look on his face,

~patty~

Comment from Mitchell Brontė

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What a wonderful story Patty, it must be amazing when you sit down and watch one of his many movies and think......I have actually met this guy.......what a story to pass down to your grandchildren.
Mitchell

 Comment Written 24-Aug-2017

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reply by the author on 31-Aug-2017

Hi Mitchell;
so sorry for such a late reply; I'm glad you enjoyed this story and found it amusing. Hard to believe I actually did it, but it is one of my favorite memories, (I still giggle and I can't wait until my grandchildren can be in on the joke.)

~patty~

Comment from Drew Delaney

Excellent

What a cute little story, but one that will forever be stored in your memory bank. He was so good looking and it must have been a dream come true. I hope you do well in the contest! Good writing!
Drew

 Comment Written 23-Aug-2017

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reply by the author on 31-Aug-2017

Hi Drew:

so sorry for such a late reply; I'm glad you enjoyed this story and found it amusing. Hard to believe I actually did it, but it is one of my favorite memories,

~patty~

Comment from Jannypan (Jan)

Excellent

What a fun story Patty. You told it well. I like the way you built up the suspense. I like the way you described the men in uniform--then you saw Tom. What a true story that will be yours forever. Good job & best wishes in the contest. Jan

 Comment Written 23-Aug-2017

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reply by the author on 23-Aug-2017

Hi Jan;
thank you so much for the lovely review. I'm glad you enjoyed the story and the way I told it,

~patty~

Comment from bluedragon776

Excellent

What?? You actually met Tom Cruise?? Is this really true?? If so then Wow! Is he really a short guy in real life? Oh well. Lucky you and this was nicely written. Good luck in the contest!

 Comment Written 23-Aug-2017

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reply by the author on 23-Aug-2017

Hi there; totally true, and Yes, he is short. I think he is only about 5 foot, 8 or 9. (I'm only five foot, one, so I probably made him feel very tall!)

I will always treasure this memory,

~patty~

reply by bluedragon776 on 24-Aug-2017

Wow that is so damn cool! But you didn't get his autograph? But you did kiss his hand right? :) well at least you got to touch him!