Comment from royowen

Excellent

I guess the aura that surrounds stars like Tom Cruise are irresistible to a lot of young girls, perhaps it wasn't the first time that had happened, but what a memory! I think if I'd have spotted Marilyn Monroe, for me. Although I adored Janet Lee, and the sheer "girl next door" looks of Debbie Reynolds, great little story Patty, blessings, Roy

 Comment Written 23-Aug-2017

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reply by the author on 23-Aug-2017

Hi Roy;
whenever I recount this story, I blush. Imagine! A full grown woman falling down and kissing a guy on the hand. My feminist spirit balks at the very idea!

~patty~

reply by royowen on 23-Aug-2017

Hail King Tom. Heh heh, love it!

Comment from Heather Knight

Excellent

What a cute story! You have told it very well and I have enjoyed every word of it.
I bet Tom Cruise was pretty surprised by your reaction... Or, maybe, as you say, he's used to it.
Thanks for sharing and good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 23-Aug-2017

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reply by the author on 23-Aug-2017

Hi Maria; thank you so much for your warm compliments. I still remember that day vividly - I can almost feel his hand in mine,

thank you for continuing to support my work,

~patty~

Comment from His Grayness

Excellent

A really great story, very well told in all ways! This surely would be a memorable situation for most women and even many men who admire this fine actor. I loved the brief but really excellent tale, so very well packaged as well! HIS GRAYNESS; Vance

 Comment Written 23-Aug-2017

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reply by the author on 23-Aug-2017

Hi Vance;
thank you so much for your lovely review. This is one of my most memorable moments - though as the years have passed, I've grown disappointed with his personal life, I still respect him as an actor.

Thanks for reading and for your continued support of my work,

~patty~

reply by His Grayness on 23-Aug-2017

I love your work Patty! You always bring a smile of gratitude for your truly lovely works! Vance

reply by the author on 23-Aug-2017

reply by His Grayness on 23-Aug-2017

You did a great job with this and I really liked it very much so the thanks go out to you! VANCE

Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose

Excellent

Hello, Patty,

You met Tom Cruise? Wow, I'm jealous..... LoL. You did a good job writing this true story. I wish you well in the contest. The picture is perfect for your story.

 Comment Written 23-Aug-2017

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reply by the author on 23-Aug-2017

Hi Gypsy; Yes, I did meet him AND if you've ever watched the movie of 'Rock of Ages,' in one of the last scenes, he encounters a character named 'Patty.' I'm sure it was a special message of remembrance to me!

~patty~

Comment from patcelaw

Excellent

Your recounting of this embarrassing moment in your life was a fun read. What was the reaction to what you had done when you told him? I am sure you told him, now didn't you? Patricia

 Comment Written 23-Aug-2017

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reply by the author on 23-Aug-2017

Hi Patricia;

He laughed for a very long time. It is one of the stories he always makes me tell when we talk about the days of the WesPac cruise. Thank you so much for reading,

~patty~

reply by patcelaw on 23-Aug-2017

I am glad you told him and that he laughed. I hope your upcoming cruise is a wonderful time for you, your husband and your friends. Patricia

Comment from misstory9197

Excellent

This made me chuckle - for all the embarrassing moments we've ever had, while fanning or not - it was so relatable! You have a very clear and descriptive, nearly conversational writing style that flows well. With your vivid images, I can imagine myself there, right along with you.

Very nicely done - great work.

 Comment Written 23-Aug-2017

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reply by the author on 23-Aug-2017

Hi there; thank you so much for your wonderful review. I wrote this as if I were telling the story, and from your remarks, I see I've succeeded.

I'm glad you enjoyed this memory,

~patty~

Comment from Sandra du Plessis

Excellent

A very well-written true story. When we are young we have a lot of guts to do things we will not do today. I am sure he still thinks back on that day with a twinkling eye. Lol.

 Comment Written 23-Aug-2017

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reply by the author on 23-Aug-2017

Hi Sandra; thank you so much for the lovely review. I hope he does think of it with a twinkle, and not a shake of the head,

~patty~

Comment from Sasha

Excellent

What a fun story for this contest. It reminded me of the day Elvis Presley stepped on my foot. He was in Seattle filming At the World's Fair. I can still hear his voice and see his beyond handsome face. Apologized and gave me a hug. I nearly passed out. This is a fun story and a great entry for this contest. I sincerely wish you all the best.

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 Comment Written 23-Aug-2017

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reply by the author on 23-Aug-2017

Hi Sasha; Elvis stepped on your foot? Oh, you lucky girl. Thank you so much for your well wishes,

~patty~

Comment from c_lucas

Excellent

Tom Cruise-quite the actor was he
Life was not real in his world
He could be whatever
He wanted to be
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This is very well written with a smooth flow of words, making for a good read.

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 Comment Written 23-Aug-2017

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reply by the author on 23-Aug-2017

Hi Charlie;
thank you so much for your time to review. I don't think NASNI needs the qualifier, since it is a place.

~patty~

reply by c_lucas on 23-Aug-2017

You're welcome