A Leaf on the Wind
Viewing comments for Chapter 70 "Dear God, Why?"Autobiography of abuse
14 total reviews
Comment from medicnate
That is so disgusting. I would die just seeing the goop on the floor in the kitchen. I can't beleive you had to clean up all of that, yuck. Can't wait to read what happens next. hehe
~medicnate~
reply by the author on 19-Aug-2009
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That is so disgusting. I would die just seeing the goop on the floor in the kitchen. I can't beleive you had to clean up all of that, yuck. Can't wait to read what happens next. hehe
~medicnate~
Comment Written 19-Aug-2009
reply by the author on 19-Aug-2009
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Yes, this was one of the most emotionally devistating times of my life. The why remains a mystery to this day. Thank you for understanding the difficulty of that situation and for your kind review and high rating too.
Comment from marion
Hi there smurphgirl
What a huge move ... Mexico. I have been there once, just on a tour whilst we were on a holiday in the USA. I am glad your mother is getting the chnace do do what she wants, albiet in such difficult circumstances. I will now move to the next chapter. Marion.
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2009
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Hi there smurphgirl
What a huge move ... Mexico. I have been there once, just on a tour whilst we were on a holiday in the USA. I am glad your mother is getting the chnace do do what she wants, albiet in such difficult circumstances. I will now move to the next chapter. Marion.
Comment Written 31-Mar-2009
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2009
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Thank you for your continued interest and honest concern. I am pleased you liked this chapter.
Comment from Seraphim Delphinium
Visions of "Thelma and Louise" are flying in my head. lol Smurphy, this is such a gripping story that I don't want it to end. The thought that freedom from those nasty siblings is in sight is exciting. Wonderful work! Smiles, Seraph
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2009
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Visions of "Thelma and Louise" are flying in my head. lol Smurphy, this is such a gripping story that I don't want it to end. The thought that freedom from those nasty siblings is in sight is exciting. Wonderful work! Smiles, Seraph
Comment Written 31-Mar-2009
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2009
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Thank you. Yes, getting away was definintely what we needed to do.
Comment from laurelp
Excellent choice to leave them behind. Leaving your children would, of course, be a lot harder. I found no errors, only discust at your sisters. But then, they are also very sick people. It is their children I feel the most for.
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2009
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Excellent choice to leave them behind. Leaving your children would, of course, be a lot harder. I found no errors, only discust at your sisters. But then, they are also very sick people. It is their children I feel the most for.
Comment Written 31-Mar-2009
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2009
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Thak you again, for your high rating.
Comment from Firefly54
The giving of the exact time at the end as you climb into the car to move on is very good plan... it adds a lot of strength to the conviction that you showed here. ANother excellent chapter
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2009
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The giving of the exact time at the end as you climb into the car to move on is very good plan... it adds a lot of strength to the conviction that you showed here. ANother excellent chapter
Comment Written 31-Mar-2009
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2009
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Thank you very much for your continued support.
Comment from adewpearl
the plants dead, gunk on the floor, mold in the fridge, unflushed toilets, drapes gone - this is horrible. No wonder your mother wanted to leave the country to put distance between her and her daughters -- I realize she was a bad mother as you all grew up, but nobody treats another human being the way they were treating her, their own mother.
Brooke
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2009
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the plants dead, gunk on the floor, mold in the fridge, unflushed toilets, drapes gone - this is horrible. No wonder your mother wanted to leave the country to put distance between her and her daughters -- I realize she was a bad mother as you all grew up, but nobody treats another human being the way they were treating her, their own mother.
Brooke
Comment Written 31-Mar-2009
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2009
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My sentiments exactly. My mother had her faults but what they did was inexcusable. Thank you for your high rating.
Comment from jojosug
Your sister's are such angry women, it really is eating them up, so sad. This is a very sad chapter, home is so important to us all and losing or having it threatened, especially when your older, is truly awful. Another beautifully written chapter, written with such clarity.
Jo
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2009
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Your sister's are such angry women, it really is eating them up, so sad. This is a very sad chapter, home is so important to us all and losing or having it threatened, especially when your older, is truly awful. Another beautifully written chapter, written with such clarity.
Jo
Comment Written 31-Mar-2009
reply by the author on 31-Mar-2009
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Thank you. It was a difficult time for both of us.
Comment from jodeecee
stood staring in speechless shock at the senseless destruction /to what/ /cut:that/ used to be Mom's pride and joy.
Denise took the washer, dryer, and all of Mom's tools with her when she left. She even took the lawn mower and garden tools. Unable to use the oven or stove, Mom and I were forced to eat sandwiches and fast food from MacDonald's and Wendy's.
(you already mentioned the washer and dryer and tools above)
used 1998 Saturn and after packing it with the bare necessities, /we/filled the tank with gas, /and/ cut:we/ were ready to leave.
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2009
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stood staring in speechless shock at the senseless destruction /to what/ /cut:that/ used to be Mom's pride and joy.
Denise took the washer, dryer, and all of Mom's tools with her when she left. She even took the lawn mower and garden tools. Unable to use the oven or stove, Mom and I were forced to eat sandwiches and fast food from MacDonald's and Wendy's.
(you already mentioned the washer and dryer and tools above)
used 1998 Saturn and after packing it with the bare necessities, /we/filled the tank with gas, /and/ cut:we/ were ready to leave.
Comment Written 30-Mar-2009
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2009
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Thanks for the kind review and your absolutely well appreciated keen eye. I sincerely appreciate it.
Comment from Cranial Thinker
Wow! this must have truly been very hard to put into words,the exploding emotions,mind going everywhere,with only one audible question,"Why"? What could she have gained by doing such a thing as this.Pure hatred,assuredly not a simple misunderstanding.Oh,but what a perfect out come,to be able to put ones dreams into reality.Again Smurphgirl job extremely well done.Cranial Thinker
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2009
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Wow! this must have truly been very hard to put into words,the exploding emotions,mind going everywhere,with only one audible question,"Why"? What could she have gained by doing such a thing as this.Pure hatred,assuredly not a simple misunderstanding.Oh,but what a perfect out come,to be able to put ones dreams into reality.Again Smurphgirl job extremely well done.Cranial Thinker
Comment Written 30-Mar-2009
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2009
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Thank you so very much for your kind review. Only 4 chapters until the book is finished!
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I look forward to the big end,as my mind is racing trying to figure things out before you post,but it will also sadden me because I want have this to look forward to read anymore.You are a most gifted writer,Smurphgirl,a master communicator if you will. Cranial Thinker
Comment from DecrepitOldBag
Another stunning piece of writing, Valerie.
I cannot understand how your sisters could treat their own mother so cruelly - or you. It seems so spiteful and petty. I hope Sarah kept your destination secret, but I have an awful feeling she didn't.
I only noticed a couple of typos in this one:
"Mum and I were horrified at what I did see." (what we did see)
"...short, sweet and too the point.." (to the point)
Apart from that, brilliant.
Warmest wishes
Kat
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2009
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Another stunning piece of writing, Valerie.
I cannot understand how your sisters could treat their own mother so cruelly - or you. It seems so spiteful and petty. I hope Sarah kept your destination secret, but I have an awful feeling she didn't.
I only noticed a couple of typos in this one:
"Mum and I were horrified at what I did see." (what we did see)
"...short, sweet and too the point.." (to the point)
Apart from that, brilliant.
Warmest wishes
Kat
Comment Written 30-Mar-2009
reply by the author on 30-Mar-2009
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Thank you. It's hard when I have to cram so much information into such a short space. I sincerely appreciate your continued interest and support.