The Little Dog That Wouldn't Let Go
Viewing comments for Chapter 42 "Friends, Honesty, & Integrity? "Subtitle: God Never Lets Go!
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Comment from Curly Girly
As time moves on, so does society.
People do not socialise much these days.
People are living closer together, but most days we don't see neighbours or get a chance to greet them.
People work varying hours and then come home, draw the curtains and sit alone with TV.
Married people should leave single friends behind until they too marry. It just seems to work that way.
People are herd animals, so having no kids would tend to make childless couples feel isolated.
I'm sorry you didn't get those special birthday cakes for the milestone years.
Enjoy your weekend.
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2017
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As time moves on, so does society.
People do not socialise much these days.
People are living closer together, but most days we don't see neighbours or get a chance to greet them.
People work varying hours and then come home, draw the curtains and sit alone with TV.
Married people should leave single friends behind until they too marry. It just seems to work that way.
People are herd animals, so having no kids would tend to make childless couples feel isolated.
I'm sorry you didn't get those special birthday cakes for the milestone years.
Enjoy your weekend.
Comment Written 21-Jul-2017
reply by the author on 21-Jul-2017
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Thanks for the lovely review, friend.
Comment from apky
A great write all round, mate. Particularly:
Can't leave out mention of a very dear friend to us both, who, for many years did some rather major work around our property. We also had many precious times of Christian Fellowship with our dear friend Phil who has sadly, now gone home to be with our Saviour from Cancer. It is now, more than four years since he passed away and we still miss him very much. He was a "one in a million" kind of friend.
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2017
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A great write all round, mate. Particularly:
Can't leave out mention of a very dear friend to us both, who, for many years did some rather major work around our property. We also had many precious times of Christian Fellowship with our dear friend Phil who has sadly, now gone home to be with our Saviour from Cancer. It is now, more than four years since he passed away and we still miss him very much. He was a "one in a million" kind of friend.
Comment Written 20-Jul-2017
reply by the author on 20-Jul-2017
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Thanks for the lovely review. Much appreciated. I recently added the bit about Mrs Brumfield who I only learned in the last few days died end of June. Here's a lovely old Siggy Dean Kuch made me ages ago.
Comment from Walu Feral
G'day Geoff.
"we get all our Interstate calls for a local fee - but, still!?" (I'm not sure about the !and? together. At least I've never seen it before.)
"I did a stint on(space)Facebook*"
Yes, cobber, people can be downright selfish, whether church goers or not. Both Delia and I have had our share, or more than our share over the years of it.
A great yarn, mate. Say G'day to Louise from us, please.
Cheers Fez
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2017
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G'day Geoff.
"we get all our Interstate calls for a local fee - but, still!?" (I'm not sure about the !and? together. At least I've never seen it before.)
"I did a stint on(space)Facebook*"
Yes, cobber, people can be downright selfish, whether church goers or not. Both Delia and I have had our share, or more than our share over the years of it.
A great yarn, mate. Say G'day to Louise from us, please.
Cheers Fez
Comment Written 19-Jul-2017
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2017
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Thanks mate will work on the spag suggestions.Louise is coming home from hospital tomorrow. Will share more later on Facebook. Lord Bless.
Comment from Asyraf N. Jamsari
This is a very sincerely written piece of story. I like the concept and the topic that you came out with. Sometimes we often overlook of the people that always been there for us and we never thank them for everything they have done. Reading this got me realized how I should be grateful for my friends. Nice flow and choice of words. Keep it up
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2017
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This is a very sincerely written piece of story. I like the concept and the topic that you came out with. Sometimes we often overlook of the people that always been there for us and we never thank them for everything they have done. Reading this got me realized how I should be grateful for my friends. Nice flow and choice of words. Keep it up
Comment Written 19-Jul-2017
reply by the author on 19-Jul-2017
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Thanks new friend. I don't think I have met you before. Will; check out your stuff. This was a recent update due to news of a lady's passing that I grew up with many years ago. The bit about the old pump organ was added last night.
Comment from Mastery
Hi, Geoff. In some ways this chapter is very interesting, yet in others I have a tendency to just plain get lost. for instance I was totally lost after reading this paragraph of double talk and unfamiliar terms:
"I have a lot of fond memories of as her Grandchildren knew her, 'Ninga'. Ninga and I came to Berean Baptist (or Nepean Baptist as we are now) at the same time (September in 1977). I remember many occasions of late night cups of tea, meals, talking and such with Ninga in the Allan Rd House. Then later in the Granny Flat in Winbourne Rd at her son in law, Keith's and daughter Yvonne's house in Mulgoa.
Huh? LOL
Why is this in caps? ""BECAUSE WE DON'T HAVE KIDS","
Why is it, Geoff as I read your chapters it always seems likem you are complaining or bemoaning somebody or something about your life? Honestly, it seems like that. It's as if you feel you are being isolated or picked on no matter where you go...church....work....fellowship?
I'm sorry, I don't mean to offend you but I'd like to read sonmething about happy times in your interesting life.
Bless you and Louise. Bob
reply by the author on 07-May-2017
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Hi, Geoff. In some ways this chapter is very interesting, yet in others I have a tendency to just plain get lost. for instance I was totally lost after reading this paragraph of double talk and unfamiliar terms:
"I have a lot of fond memories of as her Grandchildren knew her, 'Ninga'. Ninga and I came to Berean Baptist (or Nepean Baptist as we are now) at the same time (September in 1977). I remember many occasions of late night cups of tea, meals, talking and such with Ninga in the Allan Rd House. Then later in the Granny Flat in Winbourne Rd at her son in law, Keith's and daughter Yvonne's house in Mulgoa.
Huh? LOL
Why is this in caps? ""BECAUSE WE DON'T HAVE KIDS","
Why is it, Geoff as I read your chapters it always seems likem you are complaining or bemoaning somebody or something about your life? Honestly, it seems like that. It's as if you feel you are being isolated or picked on no matter where you go...church....work....fellowship?
I'm sorry, I don't mean to offend you but I'd like to read sonmething about happy times in your interesting life.
Bless you and Louise. Bob
Comment Written 06-May-2017
reply by the author on 07-May-2017
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Thanks mate. Louise is in hospital atm it is a long story if you were still friends on Facebook you would be able to read about it. I am spending my second night in 30 years alone in our house tonight. I don't know why you think this last chapter was all negative. I have had a lot of great reviews on this and it is a joy to know we all don't feel the same about things. We have been ostracised by family and 'friends' because we don't have children. We have been restricted from even being able to have the joy of affection and love even from Nephews and Nieces. You have children so you don't understand. Thanks anyway.
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Oh, I understand fine, Geoff. Many people do not have children though and I don't know how it impacts their lives but zi don't think people hold it against you. Yes, I have children and have lost two of them to early death. So, we all have our cross to bear, don't we, my friend? I was not just speaking of this situation, Geoff. I don't think you realize it but you rarely speak of the good things in your life. Everything from your jobs to church seem to have a negative down side and not a positive influence on you. Just my opinion. as for your reviews....I have read some of them. Bob
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Bob thanks for coming back I had forgotten about your loss of your son sorry mate. Good to see the pic of your daughter a while ago and enjoyed fiddling with the photo. back over to the hospital again in a couple of hours.
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Thank you, Geoff. I no longer do facebook. Bob
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Hey mate. Melissa (Melb)is encouraging me in the same way you are to put some happy stuff in my stories. Also to make the point of God being in a lot of my life and those with whom I associated.Might even have you going alllllll the way back to look again. hehe. Joke. Nearly time to leave for the hospital talk later.
Comment from MelB
Unfortunately, Jim was away. with work on the railways, in various country areas for quite some time so we never saw much of each other until later on after he met Nadia and they were married. - away[.]
You are right! People do show you if they are true friends or not by their actions. I've learned to say though, "Thank you God for removing this person from my life. You've shown me their true colors." My mentor calls it painting the dragon red, meaning God exposes those who are not true friends to us.
reply by the author on 06-May-2017
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Unfortunately, Jim was away. with work on the railways, in various country areas for quite some time so we never saw much of each other until later on after he met Nadia and they were married. - away[.]
You are right! People do show you if they are true friends or not by their actions. I've learned to say though, "Thank you God for removing this person from my life. You've shown me their true colors." My mentor calls it painting the dragon red, meaning God exposes those who are not true friends to us.
Comment Written 06-May-2017
reply by the author on 06-May-2017
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Love the saying,Sis pray for Louise in hospital atm see my Facebook. Getting some good help Lord Bless.
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I'm praying for her friend. Did you pm me? or did you post something about what happened?
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If you look on my Timeline I have a detailed explanation of what happened and how she ended up[ in Hospital.
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I found it. Thanks! Prayers for quick recovery.
Comment from judiverse
Interesting comments on your friends. Some stand the test of time but others don't. Maybe you are being a bit sensitive about toms of the slights you felt. It is sometimes hard to read people. So many people move about these days, that it's hard to keep in touch. You seem satisfied with acquaintances you met in "cyberspace." I suppose you get to feel like you really know them. That's the way it is with the people on FS. I know there are some I will really miss, you being among them. You have a wonderful, natural story-telling voice. judi
reply by the author on 06-May-2017
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Interesting comments on your friends. Some stand the test of time but others don't. Maybe you are being a bit sensitive about toms of the slights you felt. It is sometimes hard to read people. So many people move about these days, that it's hard to keep in touch. You seem satisfied with acquaintances you met in "cyberspace." I suppose you get to feel like you really know them. That's the way it is with the people on FS. I know there are some I will really miss, you being among them. You have a wonderful, natural story-telling voice. judi
Comment Written 06-May-2017
reply by the author on 06-May-2017
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Thanks for the lovely review. Will miss you on here.
Comment from barbara.wilkey
I do have so called friends who I only hear from when they need something. I also have friends who are their when I am in need. They are true friends and I am there when they are in need. I completely understand friends. Church is an interesting place to find who really understands 'the love of Christ'.
reply by the author on 06-May-2017
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I do have so called friends who I only hear from when they need something. I also have friends who are their when I am in need. They are true friends and I am there when they are in need. I completely understand friends. Church is an interesting place to find who really understands 'the love of Christ'.
Comment Written 06-May-2017
reply by the author on 06-May-2017
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Thanks Sis we are dealing with stuff atm as you will see on my Fb re my wife. Thanks heaps.
Comment from Sasha
I have never had many friends. I have had many acquaintances but few actual friends. My mother was the same way. I prefer my solitude. I do have a fever close friends that have become a part of my life such as Carlos and Linda. I am content and don't need people to make me feel better. This was an interesting and well written post. I enjoyed it very much.
reply by the author on 05-May-2017
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I have never had many friends. I have had many acquaintances but few actual friends. My mother was the same way. I prefer my solitude. I do have a fever close friends that have become a part of my life such as Carlos and Linda. I am content and don't need people to make me feel better. This was an interesting and well written post. I enjoyed it very much.
Comment Written 05-May-2017
reply by the author on 05-May-2017
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Thanks sasha we are going to hospital for Louise not sure when we will be back in here. Cheers.
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Please keep me posted on how she is doing. I will say a prayer for both of you.
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Thanks Sasha I am home Louise will be in for a couple of days. The Hospital staff are terrific. Thanks for the prayers.
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Thanks for letting me know. I do hope it is nothing serious.
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As you know she ended up being in hospital nearly 3 mon ths hehe coming through checking the reviews counting em all up for all you reviewers thanks.
Comment from Mustang Patty
thank you for sharing your memories of friends from the past. It really is sad that people come and go from our lives, and while we sometimes don't totally understand what happened; all too often we know exactly what happened, and it hurts us to the very core.
I feel that it is harder and harder to make friends the older we get. I'm very reclusive and selective about who I 'let in.' I have found this to be one of the ways I protect myself. I am always open to the friendships Hesteers me towards. I usually enjoy long term relationships with the people He puts in my life.
~patty~
reply by the author on 05-May-2017
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thank you for sharing your memories of friends from the past. It really is sad that people come and go from our lives, and while we sometimes don't totally understand what happened; all too often we know exactly what happened, and it hurts us to the very core.
I feel that it is harder and harder to make friends the older we get. I'm very reclusive and selective about who I 'let in.' I have found this to be one of the ways I protect myself. I am always open to the friendships Hesteers me towards. I usually enjoy long term relationships with the people He puts in my life.
~patty~
Comment Written 05-May-2017
reply by the author on 05-May-2017
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Thanks patty pray for us we are off to j=hospital for my wife not syure when we will be back in here.