Cody Moments
Viewing comments for Chapter 3 "Cody Moment - #3: Oatmeal"Short Postings About Astatula's Favorite Son
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Comment from Liz O'Neill
You have used a great metaphor introducing Cody to new comers.
Good use of personification: " Cody was attentive as his eyes danced from the newspaper in his hands to the sheriff." There is a juxtapositional mood at the end. An interesting ending.
reply by the author on 30-Jun-2023
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You have used a great metaphor introducing Cody to new comers.
Good use of personification: " Cody was attentive as his eyes danced from the newspaper in his hands to the sheriff." There is a juxtapositional mood at the end. An interesting ending.
Comment Written 22-May-2023
reply by the author on 30-Jun-2023
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Appreciate the review.
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my pleasure
Comment from T B Botts
Hello Brett,
well done on your story. The dialogue flowed smoothly and the story is believable. I would imagine that living in the home of a law enforcement officer you would be exposed to all manner of grisly details. Thanks for sharing this.
Have a blessed New Year.
Tom
reply by the author on 01-Jan-2023
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Hello Brett,
well done on your story. The dialogue flowed smoothly and the story is believable. I would imagine that living in the home of a law enforcement officer you would be exposed to all manner of grisly details. Thanks for sharing this.
Have a blessed New Year.
Tom
Comment Written 31-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 01-Jan-2023
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Appreciate your comments and the review, as well as the sixer!
Comment from BethShelby
Nice story. Cody is a curious kid to even be interested enough to look at a newsstory. Most kids only look at the funny paper in a newspaper until the teacher required them to bring in a news article. Of course, Cody would be interested in anything that involves the Sheriff. If you've written about his earlier background before the Sheriff and Beth adopted him, I think I must have missed it.
reply by the author on 01-Jan-2023
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Nice story. Cody is a curious kid to even be interested enough to look at a newsstory. Most kids only look at the funny paper in a newspaper until the teacher required them to bring in a news article. Of course, Cody would be interested in anything that involves the Sheriff. If you've written about his earlier background before the Sheriff and Beth adopted him, I think I must have missed it.
Comment Written 31-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 01-Jan-2023
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If something involves the sheriff it does not stand in Cody's way. Appreciate your comments and the review.
Comment from Shirley McLain
I like the Cody story. You do such a good job with your writing. I look forward to reading the next installment. I hope you had a wonderful Christmas and a great New Year. Shirley
reply by the author on 01-Jan-2023
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I like the Cody story. You do such a good job with your writing. I look forward to reading the next installment. I hope you had a wonderful Christmas and a great New Year. Shirley
Comment Written 30-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 01-Jan-2023
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Appreciate the review and your comments.
Comment from GWHARGIS
This was an interesting installment. I see that Cody isn't one to shy away from grisly details. Didn't seem to really bat an eye until he had his outburst saying He's a jerk. The story about the killer unfortunately seemed very real and like something you'd hear about on the First 24. Well written. Gretchen
reply by the author on 01-Jan-2023
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This was an interesting installment. I see that Cody isn't one to shy away from grisly details. Didn't seem to really bat an eye until he had his outburst saying He's a jerk. The story about the killer unfortunately seemed very real and like something you'd hear about on the First 24. Well written. Gretchen
Comment Written 30-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 01-Jan-2023
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Appreciate your comments and the review. Cody always likes to hear anything involving the sheriff.
Comment from Wendy G
Sounds like Cody's biological sperm donor's death was a good thing, and Cody has the chance for a new start. He seems very thoughtful, and engaging, and hopefully not too irreversibly damaged by his past experiences. This story indicates he is thoughtful and has a sense of justice.
Well written.
Wendy
reply by the author on 01-Jan-2023
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Sounds like Cody's biological sperm donor's death was a good thing, and Cody has the chance for a new start. He seems very thoughtful, and engaging, and hopefully not too irreversibly damaged by his past experiences. This story indicates he is thoughtful and has a sense of justice.
Well written.
Wendy
Comment Written 30-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 01-Jan-2023
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Appreciate your comments and the reviews. Cody is dealing with his past as best as he can. He's got a long way to do though.
Comment from Sankey
Wow! This was pretty stark! I think you said Cody is almost 12 at this stage, so not too hard for him to absorb, considering all he has been though from the delinquent "father!" Well done. Now some more of your life story, please.
reply by the author on 30-Dec-2022
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Wow! This was pretty stark! I think you said Cody is almost 12 at this stage, so not too hard for him to absorb, considering all he has been though from the delinquent "father!" Well done. Now some more of your life story, please.
Comment Written 30-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 30-Dec-2022
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Much appreciate your comments and the review.
Unwanted Dog on the way.
Comment from royowen
I love the stories as seen through the eyes of a boy, and this boy Cody at that, he has landed on his feet with adoptive dad in Sherrif Daniels, I love the theme of this, and the craziness of murder, what does it achieve, well done Brett, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 01-Jan-2023
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I love the stories as seen through the eyes of a boy, and this boy Cody at that, he has landed on his feet with adoptive dad in Sherrif Daniels, I love the theme of this, and the craziness of murder, what does it achieve, well done Brett, blessings Roy
Comment Written 30-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 01-Jan-2023
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Always appreciate your comments and the review.
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Pleasure
Comment from Ric Myworld
I'm not a real fan of fantasy or science fiction's made up worlds and characters. Every writing book I read tells me not to write about normal people in a normal world because readers only want the extraordinary and unrealistic. But how you expose the inner person's thoughts and feelings along with their actions makes them all extraordinary. I enjoy every one! Thanks for sharing. I'm wishing you the healthiest and happiest New Year ever!
reply by the author on 01-Jan-2023
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I'm not a real fan of fantasy or science fiction's made up worlds and characters. Every writing book I read tells me not to write about normal people in a normal world because readers only want the extraordinary and unrealistic. But how you expose the inner person's thoughts and feelings along with their actions makes them all extraordinary. I enjoy every one! Thanks for sharing. I'm wishing you the healthiest and happiest New Year ever!
Comment Written 30-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 01-Jan-2023
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Hope your New Year's was good. Always appreciate your comments and the reviw.
Comment from barbara.wilkey
You have a definite understanding of young boys. Cody speaks and acts like the young males I have known. This is a good write.
Sheriff Daniels pointed to the boy's oatmeal, "Now, eat your breakfast. (period needed after 'oatmeal')
reply by the author on 01-Jan-2023
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You have a definite understanding of young boys. Cody speaks and acts like the young males I have known. This is a good write.
Sheriff Daniels pointed to the boy's oatmeal, "Now, eat your breakfast. (period needed after 'oatmeal')
Comment Written 30-Dec-2022
reply by the author on 01-Jan-2023
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Appreciate the catch, your comments, and the review.
