Love Long Distance
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Comment from Commando
A "SALUTE," Co-author!
If I could, I'd take you to dinner, buy the finest wine, then we'd dine, and dance. Afterwards, while listening to the band, I'd hold your hand and I'd say to you: "Yesterday, I thanked God for sending you down to help me with my writing!" He replied: "I didn't send her, she took one look at your last poem, then ran away from home." Are you listening? Quite an "Astonishing Chapter" to our book "Love Long Distance." It is an honor having an "Awesome writer," such as yourself as my Co-author. Shee! Did you hear that train a 'coming? A 2nd SALUTE!"
Respectfully with Admiration and a Trainload of Love,
Bill
reply by the author on 31-Jan-2020
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A "SALUTE," Co-author!
If I could, I'd take you to dinner, buy the finest wine, then we'd dine, and dance. Afterwards, while listening to the band, I'd hold your hand and I'd say to you: "Yesterday, I thanked God for sending you down to help me with my writing!" He replied: "I didn't send her, she took one look at your last poem, then ran away from home." Are you listening? Quite an "Astonishing Chapter" to our book "Love Long Distance." It is an honor having an "Awesome writer," such as yourself as my Co-author. Shee! Did you hear that train a 'coming? A 2nd SALUTE!"
Respectfully with Admiration and a Trainload of Love,
Bill
Comment Written 26-Jan-2020
reply by the author on 31-Jan-2020
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Thank you, Co-Author, for the awesome remarks and six star rating! HURRAH! A "SALUTE!" back atcha! In my eyes, you are "The Man", now it's dinner, wine and strike up the band. After we eat, please take my hand. We'll dance all night, and, "you betcha", I won't let'cha out of my sight! (so don't go lookin' at them other women wearing those short skirts!) Now, don't you know that God told me, that it was YOU he sent so that WE would co-author this romantic LOVE STORY! The HONOR is all mine, Bill! You are an AMAZING writer, and God knew I needed you because I still have a lot to learn. Thank you for all you do, and for putting up with me. God Bless, big hugs and all the rest!
Respectfully with Admiration and a Fleet Load of Love,
Cathy
Comment from Diana L Crawford
I am just beginning this wonderful story of love. I wanted to start from beginning, and will read a few chapters each weekend until I am caught up. This word is beautiful and captives the reader. I grew up in the days described here. I was about 7 years old at the time of this story. I also went into service at 18 and can so relate to the military experience shared throughout the tale. Thank you this beautiful and true to life walk down memory lane!! Yeah, Beatles!!!!! xoxo
reply by the author on 31-Jan-2020
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I am just beginning this wonderful story of love. I wanted to start from beginning, and will read a few chapters each weekend until I am caught up. This word is beautiful and captives the reader. I grew up in the days described here. I was about 7 years old at the time of this story. I also went into service at 18 and can so relate to the military experience shared throughout the tale. Thank you this beautiful and true to life walk down memory lane!! Yeah, Beatles!!!!! xoxo
Comment Written 26-Jan-2020
reply by the author on 31-Jan-2020
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Hi Diana! Thank you so much for the AWESOME six star rating and review. A double "SALUTE!" We are so glad you enjoyed this chapter and will be reading along. Thank you also for sharing about yourself. We have now posted 20 Chapters and Chapter 21 will be coming soon. Wishing you a wonderful weekend. God Bless. xoxo
Respectfully with Admiration,
Bill & Cathy
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I really am enjoying it and will be back this weekend to continue!! xoxo
Comment from Iza Deleanu
Sometimes only the letters can melt the distance apart. Life stays still and becomes animated just through the eyes of the other person that is far away. Thank you for sharing and good luck with the next chapter.
reply by the author on 31-Jan-2020
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Sometimes only the letters can melt the distance apart. Life stays still and becomes animated just through the eyes of the other person that is far away. Thank you for sharing and good luck with the next chapter.
Comment Written 25-Jan-2020
reply by the author on 31-Jan-2020
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Hi Iza! What you share here is so very true! Thank you for reading and reviewing this chapter, and for your continued support. We now have 20 chapters up, soon to be 21. Several of our chapters are getting revisions and being promoted again, like this one, as we get ready to start typesetting the book and preparing it for publication. YAY! Wishing you a wonderful upcoming weekend. God Bless.
Respectfully with Admiration,
Bill & Cathy
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Good luck with the publishing it's a good solid book
Comment from Rosemary Everson1
I so like your story. Great writing/onto the next chapter. Love the thought that your living in New Hampshire. I wrote a short story about a couple living in New Hampshire. I'll continue reading so I know more abut that state.
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2019
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I so like your story. Great writing/onto the next chapter. Love the thought that your living in New Hampshire. I wrote a short story about a couple living in New Hampshire. I'll continue reading so I know more abut that state.
Comment Written 17-Sep-2019
reply by the author on 18-Sep-2019
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Hi Rosemary! Are you from New Hampshire? Would love to read the story you mention. Is it on this site? We really appreciate you reading and reviewing all the chapters. Thank you so much! So glad you are enjoying this novel.
God Bless,
Bill & Cathy
FYI - All of Cathy's published books (so far) take place in NH.
Comment from karenina
Before I forget...lease correct this one spelling issue: It should be "Cassius" (Marcellus Clay Jr)---such an easy edit! The story is enchantingly real and readable...almost like two real lovers were corresponding (imagine that!)--I am of that age so all of the things you write about from the great boxing match to the horrible war to the transistor radios ring true and take away the years that have flown...You two are doing a knock-down great job and I will make a point to go back and catch up on chapters one and two! Ah, sweet love...seems to make the muse happy!---Karenina
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2019
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Before I forget...lease correct this one spelling issue: It should be "Cassius" (Marcellus Clay Jr)---such an easy edit! The story is enchantingly real and readable...almost like two real lovers were corresponding (imagine that!)--I am of that age so all of the things you write about from the great boxing match to the horrible war to the transistor radios ring true and take away the years that have flown...You two are doing a knock-down great job and I will make a point to go back and catch up on chapters one and two! Ah, sweet love...seems to make the muse happy!---Karenina
Comment Written 01-Jun-2019
reply by the author on 01-Jun-2019
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Hi Karenina! Thank you so much for reading and reviewing Chapter 3 of Love Long Distance! AWESOME review! So glad you enjoyed it. Thank you also for pointing out the spelling issue. Corrected! We really appreciate the help. Glad you are going back to read the first three chapters. Also, stay tuned - Chapter 4 is in the works and coming soon!
God Bless,
Bill & Cathy
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Yes, I meant to say I'll read the first THREE (not two) chapters....you guys are going to have a hit on your hands!--Karenina
Comment from Earl Corp
You certainly have a very good handle on the current events in 1964. Did you research them or do you remember them? The only question I have is about the war? The first real large scale deployment of troops to Vietnam didnt occur until 1965. I don't know if you want to fiddle withit or not.
reply by the author on 29-May-2019
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You certainly have a very good handle on the current events in 1964. Did you research them or do you remember them? The only question I have is about the war? The first real large scale deployment of troops to Vietnam didnt occur until 1965. I don't know if you want to fiddle withit or not.
Comment Written 29-May-2019
reply by the author on 29-May-2019
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Thank you so much for stopping by to read and review Chapter 3 of Love Long Distance. Awesome comments! Yes, we did research the current events you mentioned. We researched the war timeline and events too!
Timeline of U.S Involvement in Vietnam conflict. 1956: France exits Vietnam. The US Military Assistance Advisor Group (MAAG) assumes full responsibility for training South Vietnamese forces. 1959: First two Americans are killed during a Viet Minh guerilla strike at Bien Hoa. 1961: President Kennedy sends 100 Special Forces troops to South Vietnam.
We were definitely involved in 1964 and there were troops over there.
Did you read Chapter 1? Also want to note that Bill volunteered to join the USAF before he got drafted.
We hope you continue to follow along. Chapter 4 is in the works and coming soon.
God Bless,
Bill & Cathy
Comment from estory
What I liked about this was that in this exchanged letter format, you captured something of the army life and how it interferes with relationships, creating this rhythm of communication long distance. You wove in plenty of personality and emotion, with all these nice little touches of special moments, first kisses, hopes and dreams of living in the Smoky Mountains. You also threw in some memories like Buck Owens, Cassius Clay winning his first fight, The Beatles, things like that, to place us in the early sixties. The descriptions of the army training, shooting off those guns, casts an ominous shadow over it all, the sense of impending danger to come. I think its an interesting piece so far. estory
reply by the author on 29-May-2019
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What I liked about this was that in this exchanged letter format, you captured something of the army life and how it interferes with relationships, creating this rhythm of communication long distance. You wove in plenty of personality and emotion, with all these nice little touches of special moments, first kisses, hopes and dreams of living in the Smoky Mountains. You also threw in some memories like Buck Owens, Cassius Clay winning his first fight, The Beatles, things like that, to place us in the early sixties. The descriptions of the army training, shooting off those guns, casts an ominous shadow over it all, the sense of impending danger to come. I think its an interesting piece so far. estory
Comment Written 28-May-2019
reply by the author on 29-May-2019
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Thank you so much for stopping by to read and review this chapter of Love Long Distance. So glad you liked it and find the story interesting. Your detailed comments are very much appreciated. Stay tuned - the next chapter is in the works and coming soon.
God Bless,
Bill & Cathy
Comment from Tpa
A superlative account of two people in love and so far away. Each letter has a strong emotional value. I enjoy the many times God entered into your text, showing the importance of being joined together. A remarkable and enjoyable piece of work.
reply by the author on 28-May-2019
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A superlative account of two people in love and so far away. Each letter has a strong emotional value. I enjoy the many times God entered into your text, showing the importance of being joined together. A remarkable and enjoyable piece of work.
Comment Written 27-May-2019
reply by the author on 28-May-2019
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Thank you so much for stopping by to read and review Chapter 3 of Love Long Distance. We're so glad you felt the emotions in the letters and enjoyed the read. Your comments are awesome! Chapter 4 is in the works and coming soon!
God Bless,
Bill & Cathy
Comment from lucky linda
Oh I love, love stories through letters and a time from the past fraught with war, and fear and heartbreak. I always hope for the best outcome. I am an incurable romantic. Thank you for sharing.
reply by the author on 25-May-2019
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Oh I love, love stories through letters and a time from the past fraught with war, and fear and heartbreak. I always hope for the best outcome. I am an incurable romantic. Thank you for sharing.
Comment Written 25-May-2019
reply by the author on 25-May-2019
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Thank you so much for stopping by to read and review this chapter of Love Long Distance. We're glad you enjoy these type of stories. Next chapter coming soon.
God Bless,
Bill & Cathy
Comment from khwrites
The Greatest Love weaves the story, the romance, the couple and their life together. God Bless you both. The use of the letters as the content is an extra touch.
reply by the author on 24-May-2019
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The Greatest Love weaves the story, the romance, the couple and their life together. God Bless you both. The use of the letters as the content is an extra touch.
Comment Written 24-May-2019
reply by the author on 24-May-2019
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Thank you so much for reading and reviewing Chapter 3 of Love Long Distance. We really liked your comments here. Chapter 4 will be coming soon! Thank you also for the blessing. So kind!
God Bless You Too!
Bill & Cathy