Dyess Air Force Base
Stories about lives intersecting.32 total reviews
Comment from J. P. Olesen
Hi, Terry,
Wow, what a terrific read! No flaws that I could see, and I was fascinated by Lt. Colonel Dyess' story. Talk about the "supreme sacrifice." I hope the crash got him before the fire got too bad. Horrible.
Best of luck in the contest!
Warmest regards,
J. P.
reply by the author on 08-May-2022
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Hi, Terry,
Wow, what a terrific read! No flaws that I could see, and I was fascinated by Lt. Colonel Dyess' story. Talk about the "supreme sacrifice." I hope the crash got him before the fire got too bad. Horrible.
Best of luck in the contest!
Warmest regards,
J. P.
Comment Written 08-May-2022
reply by the author on 08-May-2022
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This is my last story and post. Thank you for reading my work. Terry.
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My pleasure, Terry. I knew a man (now deceased) named Art Hansen, who was a flight instructor for P-38s in WW2. Beautiful aircraft, but challenging to fly.
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
What an interesting way to tie one post about three separate
stories. I enjoyed reading your story, Terry. You did a great
job with each one. That superior officer had no sense of humor
to ask for your friend's resignation. The story about the
flower addition was interesting in how the lady was able to
get such a large donation. I remember RPerot. The Dyess AFB
was a great story about its namesake. I knew a little, but
learned much more.
Thanks for sharing, Jan
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What an interesting way to tie one post about three separate
stories. I enjoyed reading your story, Terry. You did a great
job with each one. That superior officer had no sense of humor
to ask for your friend's resignation. The story about the
flower addition was interesting in how the lady was able to
get such a large donation. I remember RPerot. The Dyess AFB
was a great story about its namesake. I knew a little, but
learned much more.
Thanks for sharing, Jan
Comment Written 08-May-2022
reply by the author on 08-May-2022
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This is my last post and story. Thank you for reading all my work. Terry.
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You are leabing????
Comment from John Ciarmello
This is a great piece, Terry. You have had an interesting life, my friend. Three great stories and one as interesting as the next. My son is in the tree service business and would love the Boston arboretum. I'm going to put him on to it. Great work here, Terry. Well told and well written. Loved them all.
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This is a great piece, Terry. You have had an interesting life, my friend. Three great stories and one as interesting as the next. My son is in the tree service business and would love the Boston arboretum. I'm going to put him on to it. Great work here, Terry. Well told and well written. Loved them all.
Comment Written 08-May-2022
reply by the author on 08-May-2022
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That was my last story. Thank you for reading all of my work. Terry
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It was a pleasure to read them, my friend. perhaps you will spit out a few shorties once in a while? We will miss you.
Comment from lyenochka
Thank you for sharing these vignettes of everyday heroes who lived exceptionally and made a huge difference in the world. I wonder if Deb Dyess (a Fanstory writer here) is related to that Dyess family?
What a superhero Ed Dyess was! Amazing to have survived that horrific Bataan March! Great stories, Terry! Thanks for sharing.
One comment:
Along with a hand full of other soldiers, (handful)
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Thank you for sharing these vignettes of everyday heroes who lived exceptionally and made a huge difference in the world. I wonder if Deb Dyess (a Fanstory writer here) is related to that Dyess family?
What a superhero Ed Dyess was! Amazing to have survived that horrific Bataan March! Great stories, Terry! Thanks for sharing.
One comment:
Along with a hand full of other soldiers, (handful)
Comment Written 08-May-2022
reply by the author on 08-May-2022
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Helen, that is my last post, thank you for the edit, and all your help! Terry.
Comment from royowen
Thanks for these notes of three worthy people of note, William Dyess was indeed a hero, and the Denhams were likewise worthy folk, it sounds like a who's who of the US, o wonders how they had that extraordinary inheritance in them. Beautifully written my friend Terry, blessings Roy. PS, I don't normally enter contests Terry, but everyone of my family, grands, children and wife, receive a poem every year, my wife three, my grandchildren receive my approval, aspirations and hopes for them, every year since birth, as do my children, even though they are mature women. I think that's part of a parent's/grandparents's brief. But thank you for thinking of me Terry.
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Thanks for these notes of three worthy people of note, William Dyess was indeed a hero, and the Denhams were likewise worthy folk, it sounds like a who's who of the US, o wonders how they had that extraordinary inheritance in them. Beautifully written my friend Terry, blessings Roy. PS, I don't normally enter contests Terry, but everyone of my family, grands, children and wife, receive a poem every year, my wife three, my grandchildren receive my approval, aspirations and hopes for them, every year since birth, as do my children, even though they are mature women. I think that's part of a parent's/grandparents's brief. But thank you for thinking of me Terry.
Comment Written 08-May-2022
reply by the author on 08-May-2022
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That is the last story I will post, thank you for reading my work. Terry.
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Well done Terry,
Comment from karenina
I enjoyed your triad of biographical essays. With each, you show an interesting and complex correlation between human nature and government expectations. We know today that photos taken years ago can crop up and derail lives and careers. How sad then, as it is now --
It is heartening to hear that some multimillionaires do not climb high into their glass houses and isolate themselves from the beauty their good fortune can bestow on the masses.
The final essay is heartbreaking. Politics, posturing, secrets--a hero from his toes to the top of his head and still recognition denied for the populace -- and recognition long delayed.
I read in one of your comments to a review that this would be your last story posted.
I really hope that is not the case! I always immerse myself in your writing and come away enriched!
Karenina
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I enjoyed your triad of biographical essays. With each, you show an interesting and complex correlation between human nature and government expectations. We know today that photos taken years ago can crop up and derail lives and careers. How sad then, as it is now --
It is heartening to hear that some multimillionaires do not climb high into their glass houses and isolate themselves from the beauty their good fortune can bestow on the masses.
The final essay is heartbreaking. Politics, posturing, secrets--a hero from his toes to the top of his head and still recognition denied for the populace -- and recognition long delayed.
I read in one of your comments to a review that this would be your last story posted.
I really hope that is not the case! I always immerse myself in your writing and come away enriched!
Karenina
Comment Written 08-May-2022
reply by the author on 08-May-2022
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It is the last story. Thank you for reading all my work. Terry.
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It has been a pleasure! Best wishes in all you do!
Comment from Raul1
It is interesting of your history nonfiction stories you have shared with us. Another side of history. Excellent work! No grammatical errors. Thank you for sharing!
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It is interesting of your history nonfiction stories you have shared with us. Another side of history. Excellent work! No grammatical errors. Thank you for sharing!
Comment Written 08-May-2022
reply by the author on 08-May-2022
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This is my last story to be posted, thank you for reading my work. Terry.
Comment from Annmuma
I don't see 'Terry' as much as I would like to see in this story ---if that comment make any sense!
This post provides a lot of interesting information about several of your notable friends and their exploits. I do see the connection, but I don't feel the human qualities as much as is normal in your writing. It is more like reading a short history of some strong people who did a lot for their communities and country, rather than having a opportunity to become 'one' with them as they lived the experiences.
I guess what I am trying to say is: "You did not allow me to get inside of your characters' minds as much as you normally do."
Still, I enjoyed the post and it is an easy 5 in my book.
I found a couple of spag issues: see below.. ann
When we met our junior year---Suggest 'when we met in our junior year
Just a personal note: The meaning is that children are a reflection of their parents. -- feels condescending to give your readers the definition of a phrase that is as old as forever.
Does 'Sixty-five' require a capital S -- I'm asking; I don't know.
I think this WWII. should be WW II
and Ben's brother-in-law, --Again, a suggestion only: I think it is over-telling to add 'Ben's brother-in-law since you have shared that it is Nell's brother.
In 2018, Nell Deman -- typo on Denman
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I don't see 'Terry' as much as I would like to see in this story ---if that comment make any sense!
This post provides a lot of interesting information about several of your notable friends and their exploits. I do see the connection, but I don't feel the human qualities as much as is normal in your writing. It is more like reading a short history of some strong people who did a lot for their communities and country, rather than having a opportunity to become 'one' with them as they lived the experiences.
I guess what I am trying to say is: "You did not allow me to get inside of your characters' minds as much as you normally do."
Still, I enjoyed the post and it is an easy 5 in my book.
I found a couple of spag issues: see below.. ann
When we met our junior year---Suggest 'when we met in our junior year
Just a personal note: The meaning is that children are a reflection of their parents. -- feels condescending to give your readers the definition of a phrase that is as old as forever.
Does 'Sixty-five' require a capital S -- I'm asking; I don't know.
I think this WWII. should be WW II
and Ben's brother-in-law, --Again, a suggestion only: I think it is over-telling to add 'Ben's brother-in-law since you have shared that it is Nell's brother.
In 2018, Nell Deman -- typo on Denman
Comment Written 08-May-2022
reply by the author on 08-May-2022
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Thank you for reading and your suggestions. Terry.
Comment from barbara.wilkey
Poor Bryce the military does not like being embarrassed. I enjoyed reading about these wonderful people thank you for sharing them with us.
Ben told me, "I retired at Sixty-five. A month later, (lower case 's' needed on 'sixty')
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Poor Bryce the military does not like being embarrassed. I enjoyed reading about these wonderful people thank you for sharing them with us.
Ben told me, "I retired at Sixty-five. A month later, (lower case 's' needed on 'sixty')
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The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.
Comment Written 08-May-2022
reply by the author on 08-May-2022
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This is the last story I will post, thank you for reading my work. Terry.
Comment from Katherine M. (k-11)
This is a well-written series of three short essays linked to the Abilene/Dyess Air Base. I particularly liked two things about it. The personal link between Ben and Nell, and W.E.Dyess, and the forthright character of Nell. A force to be reckoned with.
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This is a well-written series of three short essays linked to the Abilene/Dyess Air Base. I particularly liked two things about it. The personal link between Ben and Nell, and W.E.Dyess, and the forthright character of Nell. A force to be reckoned with.
Comment Written 08-May-2022
reply by the author on 08-May-2022
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That was the last story I will post, Thank you for reading my work, Terry.
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what do you mean? Why aren't you going to post anything else???