Comment from BethShelby

Excellent

This is a little different aspect of Ben's mission. He was sent to the logging camp to warn the direction a tree would fall. It is then he realizes why he was there and knows it is time to move on. Interesting. He is so in turn to God voice, he is used from a lot more than preaching.

 Comment Written 09-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 09-Nov-2023

Thank you. 100%. You got it.

Comment from Judith B.

Exceptional

I'm getting repetitive, I think. Totally interesting story and well written. I will watch for upcoming chapters. When you write about religious beliefs, it is interesting and readable but not "preachy". I particularly like that.

 Comment Written 08-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 08-Nov-2023

Thank you. The 'preachiness' was a concern. I know I have entered that arena from time-to-time.
Thank you immensely for the six stars!

Comment from Wendy G

Excellent

Another fine chapter, and God is still using Ben in His service. Well written and interesting. Just a couple of edits, as below, are suggested.
Wendy
1. Reorganise first two sentences. (Suggestion: Ben approached what appeared to be a tent where a boss might work, leaving Beth with the wagon and team." (This makes a better and more accurate sentence).
2. The man stared a (at) Ben a minute, and then went to his chopping.

 Comment Written 08-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 08-Nov-2023

Thank you. I really appreciate your work.

Comment from Karen Cherry Threadgill

Exceptional

This is one of the best chapters yet. I was pulled in from the first sentence, and you never let go. I enjoyed it emmensely. Keep up the writing. Have a good week. Karen

 Comment Written 07-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 07-Nov-2023

Thank you, thank you, thank you!
And especially for the six stars!

reply by Karen Cherry Threadgill on 07-Nov-2023

:-)

Comment from eliz100

Excellent

This is another excellent chapter. Ben's calling continues to intrigue me. He has been through a lot and now has Beth to be concerned about. I do not see any need for improvement. Have a blessed day.

 Comment Written 07-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 07-Nov-2023

Thank you.
I think Ben is going to let God do the 'concerning'.
smiley face here

Comment from Iza Deleanu

Excellent

Wow, this is amazing. no matter where is he going, he touches and changes the hearts of the people he meets along the way. Thank you for sharing and good luck with the next chapter.

 Comment Written 07-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 07-Nov-2023

Thank you. I appreciate your nice review.

Comment from Jim Wile

Excellent

Wonderful chapter, Wayne. No evils of men to contend with, just the vagaries of nature that nearly proved fatal. Ben's calling provided the saving grace this day with the message from God that allowed him to see the fall of the tree before it happened.

Now, if only Chuck can learn how to improve his biscuits, it will have been a successful side trip all around!

 Comment Written 07-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 07-Nov-2023

Hah! Thank you.
I'd like to weave the timberman back in some way, but I don't care for 'cute', or ridiculous coincidences. He was the one whose tree would have killed people. Maybe a side chapter about how Ben's action changed his life. (I did the same for others but did not post them.)

reply by Jim Wile on 07-Nov-2023

I don't know if I'd make a whole chapter about it, but you could certainly mention it again later in some context if they were ever to meet up again, or perhaps Ben could read about something the man did later as a result of that experience and Ben would realize it was that same fellow.

Comment from JSD

Excellent

More brilliance, Wayne. Your story telling is consummate. I am always swept along by the narrative and always satisfied by the outcome of the sticky situations he gets into and out of. Excellent!

 Comment Written 07-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 07-Nov-2023

Thank you. I aim for both credibility, and faith.

Comment from Ben Colder

Exceptional

I have always disliked the clearing of the giant Redwood. I think China has bought much of the lumber over the years. Nice soft wood easy to work with. Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 07-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 07-Nov-2023

Thank you.
And yes about China. My greatest concern is that they treat us like a colony, buying raw materials and converting them into finished products in their own country. We lose too many jobs and opportunities by shipping logs.
Thank you immensely for the six stars!

reply by Ben Colder on 07-Nov-2023

Well done.

Comment from Pam Lonsdale

Excellent

I was surprised at the beginning of this that Ben was stopping to work here; but then I see that he had one purpose for being there and now it's time to move on.

I don't understand why he left Luther's service. I thought he was going on a honeymoon, but it seems he and Beth are searching for "what's next".

I'm glad Beth is becoming a part of his calling and not just a watcher.

xo
Pam

 Comment Written 07-Nov-2023

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reply by the author on 07-Nov-2023

Thank you.
I realize that their departure was a bit abrupt. Maybe if I lingered on the week honeymoon alone in Luther's house? (winky face here)