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Miranda's Trouble In Paradise

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Miranda tries to find Dougie.

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Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
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I laughed when I read the mess that Waylon left Miranda's home in. Isn't that typical of young lads? But she did the best thing making him tidy it up again. As Aaron said, it teaches them to look after themselves. I did that with my sons, much to their wives approval. Lol. Well, Gretchen, I'm all caught up now, and I hope to be able to keep on top of it. Tiredness is my main problem at the moment, but I am getting better. I'm enjoying both your stories, and I owe your other one a six, I honestly thought I had another chapter to read. Well done, my clever friend. xxxx Sandra xx

 Comment Written 08-Jan-2024


reply by the author on 09-Jan-2024
    Thank you so much for the six, Sandra. You take it easy. Resting will be your best friend. I'm glad you enjoyed this. Gretchen
Comment from Ric Myworld
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Change can be a wonderful thing, for those of us who are willing to accept it. But being creatures of habit, most of us run from anything different than the normal. :-) Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 06-Jan-2024


reply by the author on 06-Jan-2024
    I'm very stubborn to change, unless it is a substantial benefit. Change for the sake of change, no thanks. Thank you for this awesome review. Gretchen
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
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You have a wonderful talent making your story characters believable. It reminds me of my favorite author, Stephen King. He also has that gift.

Miranda acts like a good mom. It's hard to make children or teens clean up.

Sounds like Aaron found his call in life.

Well done!

 Comment Written 04-Jan-2024


reply by the author on 04-Jan-2024
    Let's hope Aaron found it. Lol. Thank you for this. I got chills reading my name and Stephen King in the same sentence. Appreciate this very much. Gretchen
Comment from barbara.wilkey
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This is a good wholesome family post. Miranda is rocking this motherhood stuff, and Waylon is responding her here. Aaron, is Aaron, but is important to the story. I'm pretty sure trouble is hiding under the surface. I really like reading about Miranda.

 Comment Written 04-Jan-2024


reply by the author on 04-Jan-2024
    Thank you so much. I'm glad you liked this. Nothing ever goes as planned when it involves Miranda . Gretchen
Comment from John Ciarmello
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Hello Gretchen!

I've probably said this before, but your everyday realism of situations and characters can't be taught to a writer. It's something that comes naturally, unstrained and unprovoked.

Your gift for making everyday life exciting and captivating to read says much about who you are as a writer. (I don't know you personally) but perhaps as a person as well.

I honestly enjoy everything you write. Best, JohnC

 Comment Written 04-Jan-2024


reply by the author on 04-Jan-2024
    I need you to message me every morning. This review made me feel so good. I'm glad you are liking this. My goal as a storyteller is to bring you along so you can see what I see. This meant the world to me. Gretchen
Comment from royowen
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It seems like Waylon is very much an indifferent teenage boy, and I remember from my youth hood I was the same indifferent, why? I can't really justify or answer it, poor mum. But what a revelation Aaron is, Miranda plays the role of mum perfectly. She knows she's luck, well done, blessings Roy

 Comment Written 04-Jan-2024


reply by the author on 04-Jan-2024
    I had to make them seem like two people living under on roof. It ain't always roses. Lol. Thank you, Roy. Gretchen
reply by royowen on 04-Jan-2024
    That's true
Comment from Carol Hillebrenner
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Miranda is doing well at the mother thing. Getting the kid to clean up is a lesson he has to learn; it will certainly improve his life. Aaron sounds like a really good person who cares about others, which is also a good lesson for Waylon to learn.

 Comment Written 03-Jan-2024


reply by the author on 04-Jan-2024
    Aaron has come a long way, as has Waylon. Thank you for this. Gretchen
Comment from BethShelby
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Miranda is always there for her friend and she does act just like a mother to this kid she really seems to care about. I always enjoy reading your stories.

 Comment Written 03-Jan-2024


reply by the author on 04-Jan-2024
    Thank you so much. I'm glad you liked it. Gretchen
Comment from Rachelle Allen
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Hmmm. THIS is getting interesting!! How is this all going to fit into The Big Picture in a bit, I wonder! Can't wait to find out. Well done. Good pacing, good Waylon-and-Miranda interaction. Always very real and believable. xoxo

 Comment Written 03-Jan-2024


reply by the author on 04-Jan-2024
    Thank you so much. No idea how it will weave into the rest of the story. Gretchen
Comment from w.j.debi
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Excellent interaction between mother and son. Cleaning up is such a chore, but so necessary so Miranda is right to remind Waylon to clean up. After all, they both live there. The interaction is genuine.
Aaron has another scheme for his life. Poor man. He seems to hop from one thing to another, but at least he tries. Luckily, he has Miranda to support him.

 Comment Written 03-Jan-2024


reply by the author on 04-Jan-2024
    Thank you so much. Aaron is all over the place. Glad this rang authentic for you. Gretchen