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Young girl with special abilities.

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Comment from Karen Cherry Threadgill
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I believe with all my heart that Heddy truly sees her grandma. I think little kids have less filters that keeps stuff out. And they haven't learned to block out things grownups see as not normal yet. Good writing. Karen

 Comment Written 13-Apr-2024


reply by the author on 15-Apr-2024
    Thank you. I believe Heddy sees her grandmother as well. Gretchen
reply by Karen Cherry Threadgill on 15-Apr-2024
    :-)
Comment from John Ciarmello
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This is a touching chapter, Gretchen. It's fun to watch these characters grow in such a natural way as life intends us to grow. Your progressions are magical and real.

Best, JohnC

 Comment Written 11-Apr-2024


reply by the author on 11-Apr-2024
    Thanks so much, John. I am enjoying how this story is unfolding. These were very touching comments and I appreciate it. Gretchen
Comment from T B Botts
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Hello Gretchen,
I love the conversation between Heddy and her dad. I wish all little girls had fathers like that, someone to love them and show them what it means to be a man who cares for his family. As always gal, this was a delightful tale. Of course good news always makes folks feel like dancing. We all need some in our lives. Well done gal. I love this story.
Have a blessed evening.
Tom

 Comment Written 11-Apr-2024


reply by the author on 11-Apr-2024
    Thank you, Tim, this review means a lot to me. I'm so happy you are continuing to enjoy this. And thank you for the extra star. Gretchen
Comment from Ric Myworld
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Everyone hopes they will have that someday; but sadly, not everyone does. Most just settle to keep from being alone or what was once wonderful becomes a nightmare. Wow, that sounds so negative. But thankfully, reading a chapter like this one keeps the idea of love alive. :-) Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 10-Apr-2024


reply by the author on 11-Apr-2024
    Everything is possible in fiction. Thank you for this. Gretchen
Comment from barbara.wilkey
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Wouldn't life be wonderful if every child grew up in a home that knew that kind of love. I think our world would be a much better place if that happened. I enjoyed reading. You're doing a great job with this story.
 
I sit down at the table and watch them waltz around the room. (you can omit 'down')

 Comment Written 10-Apr-2024


reply by the author on 10-Apr-2024
    That would be awesome and I bet the world would be a happier place. Thank you so much. Gretchen
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
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Aww, Gretchen, that was just lovely. No wonder Heddy wants to find someone like her daddy, what a romantic mum and dad she has. As if to answer Heddy's question, Nonni answers for her, she will find a man like that one day. She has a lot of childhood to discover before that time starts. Another fabulous chapter, my friend. :)) Sandra xxx

 Comment Written 10-Apr-2024


reply by the author on 10-Apr-2024
    Thank you, Sandra. I'm so glad you enjoyed this. My dad used to treat my mother like she was a China doll. Gretchen
Comment from Wendy G
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This chapter is a delight, with good news, love and happiness filling every bit of it. One can see the huge contrast with Lester and his present life with Mrs C. I am glad her father got the telegram at work, as Mrs C might have withheld it! I hope this chapter's not the lull before the storm! (Hope I am not being too negative or cynical)

 Comment Written 10-Apr-2024


reply by the author on 10-Apr-2024
    Not sure what's going to happen in the next chapter. Might introduce Willis, finally. Thanks, Wendy. Gretchen
Comment from Carol Hillebrenner
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What a wonderful family Heddy has. She loves her parents and brother and they all love each other. I fear Willis's return is going to add something else to the family that won't be easy. War changes people.

 Comment Written 09-Apr-2024


reply by the author on 10-Apr-2024
    Thank you, Carol. I'm hoping Willis won't be too damaged. Appreciate this. Gretchen
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
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Aw... what a happy chapter. Willis is coming home and her parents love each other. I remember my mom and dad dancing or cooking together. My dad changed after she died. He was not a good father.

Well done, I love it.

 Comment Written 09-Apr-2024


reply by the author on 09-Apr-2024
    Thank you. I figured we all needed a break from the War. Lol. I truly thank you for this super review and extra star. Gretchen
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
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It must be exciting for parents to have a son home in one piece after he has been to war, how worrying that must be. I felt Heddy's father's excitement here in your fine story Gretchen.

Suggestion for these lines:

(. . . .try to fly right (into) our house).
(I've got good (news), Heddy).

Gremlins attacked this line:
(Seems her (fiancé).

Love Dolly x x x

 Comment Written 09-Apr-2024


reply by the author on 09-Apr-2024
    Thank you. I felt that Heddy needed a little break. Thanks for catching that. Gretchen