Muddy Plucking Apples
A short funny apple gathering story.24 total reviews
Comment from LIJ Red
The last time I went to an apple tree to collect some apples I learned that during a dry summer, big red wasps may built nests under the gnarly limbs of an old tree, and when fall approaches, they get mean. Orchard lessons. Excellent post.
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2018
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The last time I went to an apple tree to collect some apples I learned that during a dry summer, big red wasps may built nests under the gnarly limbs of an old tree, and when fall approaches, they get mean. Orchard lessons. Excellent post.
Comment Written 13-Feb-2018
reply by the author on 13-Feb-2018
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Thank you for reviewing my work and for your comments. Yes, there is a lot to be learned about collecting any fruit and vegetables. I have a much better appreciation for farmers.
Comment from Louise Michelle
Hi Quoiky,
What a fun-to-read slice of life.
LOL - leave it to a child (Damien) to disregard your predicament and think only of having you get him that apple.
You did a good job with description - just enough to show me what was happening, but not too lengthy to lose my attention.
I also enjoyed your ending - really cute.
Hugs,
Lou
reply by the author on 04-May-2015
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Hi Quoiky,
What a fun-to-read slice of life.
LOL - leave it to a child (Damien) to disregard your predicament and think only of having you get him that apple.
You did a good job with description - just enough to show me what was happening, but not too lengthy to lose my attention.
I also enjoyed your ending - really cute.
Hugs,
Lou
Comment Written 13-Apr-2015
reply by the author on 04-May-2015
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Thank you for reviewing my work. I apologize for the delay in thanking you. My phone was 'lost'. My dog hid it ouysidr. Little wart.
Comment from Zue65
Funny, I really had a good laugh, the good old farm experience that city people do miss. I really am an old soul, who loves the farm life too. Your story made me feel nostalgic of my childhood when our family would spend our Sundays in our farm in our old town then. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 04-May-2015
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Funny, I really had a good laugh, the good old farm experience that city people do miss. I really am an old soul, who loves the farm life too. Your story made me feel nostalgic of my childhood when our family would spend our Sundays in our farm in our old town then. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 13-Apr-2015
reply by the author on 04-May-2015
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Thank you for reviewing my work. I apologize for the delay in thanking you. My phone was 'lost'. My dog hid it outside. Little wart.
Comment from judiverse
This is humorous, and I enjoyed the way you described you and your boots getting stuck in the mud of the creek. Too bad the apple tree had to be right under. I'd have looked for an apple tree that was easier pickings, or gone to an orchard and bought them. Great reactions for the kids as you were stuck in the creek. You finally got it. If anyone wants the apples, let them get them. Enjoyable story. judi
reply by the author on 04-May-2015
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This is humorous, and I enjoyed the way you described you and your boots getting stuck in the mud of the creek. Too bad the apple tree had to be right under. I'd have looked for an apple tree that was easier pickings, or gone to an orchard and bought them. Great reactions for the kids as you were stuck in the creek. You finally got it. If anyone wants the apples, let them get them. Enjoyable story. judi
Comment Written 12-Apr-2015
reply by the author on 04-May-2015
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Thank you for reviewing my work. I apologize for the delay in thanking you. My phone was 'lost'. My dog hid it outside. Little wart.
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You're very welcome. No problem about the delay. I'm behind on reviewing, myself. judi
Comment from thee-name
Excellent story. Seen no mistakes. Your writing was enjoyable.
To help with our collecting, I bought some 'mud boots.' These are high rubber boots, that on a normal sized person, they would come to their mid-calves. I am just five feet tall, they fit me more mid- knee.
reply by the author on 04-May-2015
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Excellent story. Seen no mistakes. Your writing was enjoyable.
To help with our collecting, I bought some 'mud boots.' These are high rubber boots, that on a normal sized person, they would come to their mid-calves. I am just five feet tall, they fit me more mid- knee.
Comment Written 12-Apr-2015
reply by the author on 04-May-2015
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Thank you for reviewing my work. I apologize for the delay in thanking you. My phone was 'lost'. My dog hid it outside. Little wart.
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thank you!
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The dog wanted to play.
Comment from Eric1
LOL Quoiky, the worse time to get yoiurself all tangled up and in such a fine mess is in front of the Grandkids, they might not have said much at the time but believe me, this will be handy ammunition at the dinner table in years to come! Brilliant writing my friend, thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 04-May-2015
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LOL Quoiky, the worse time to get yoiurself all tangled up and in such a fine mess is in front of the Grandkids, they might not have said much at the time but believe me, this will be handy ammunition at the dinner table in years to come! Brilliant writing my friend, thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 12-Apr-2015
reply by the author on 04-May-2015
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Thank you for reviewing my work. I apologize for the delay in thanking you. My phone was 'lost'. My dog hid it outside. Little wart.
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LOL! You are very welcome my friend.
Comment from Gloria ....
Ha, ha. Note to self. I guess you're right, gumboots don't make us taller.
Oh my land, this must've been a slightly frightening experience, Quoiky.
Love the title and your story-telling style. So very good job on this one.
Now stay away from the muddy creek, unless you use stilts next time.
Gloria
reply by the author on 04-May-2015
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Ha, ha. Note to self. I guess you're right, gumboots don't make us taller.
Oh my land, this must've been a slightly frightening experience, Quoiky.
Love the title and your story-telling style. So very good job on this one.
Now stay away from the muddy creek, unless you use stilts next time.
Gloria
Comment Written 11-Apr-2015
reply by the author on 04-May-2015
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Thank you for reviewing my work. I apologize for the delay in thanking you. My phone was 'lost'. My dog hid it outside. Little wart.
Comment from Debbie Noland
I can imagine this happening, and I hope you can forgive me for a tiny little laugh at your expense. I know very well how those boots an be difficult to navigate in. I was tickled by the responses of your three onlookers, especially the little one who, oblivious to your plight, just wanted an apple. I enjoyed the piece very much.
reply by the author on 04-May-2015
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I can imagine this happening, and I hope you can forgive me for a tiny little laugh at your expense. I know very well how those boots an be difficult to navigate in. I was tickled by the responses of your three onlookers, especially the little one who, oblivious to your plight, just wanted an apple. I enjoyed the piece very much.
Comment Written 11-Apr-2015
reply by the author on 04-May-2015
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Thank you for reviewing my work. I apologize for the delay in thanking you. My phone was 'lost'. My dog hid it outside. Little wart.
Comment from Ben Colder
Sounds as if Granny had her day all in one muddy situation. Good you could slip out and not bog any deeper. I planted a new Gala today in my orchard. Al in full blossoms, so pretty. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 04-May-2015
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Sounds as if Granny had her day all in one muddy situation. Good you could slip out and not bog any deeper. I planted a new Gala today in my orchard. Al in full blossoms, so pretty. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 11-Apr-2015
reply by the author on 04-May-2015
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Thank you for reviewing my work. I apologize for the delay in thanking you. My phone was 'lost'. My dog hid it outside. Little wart.
Comment from davisr (Rhonda)
Very cute story about a farm story. I live on a farm, too, so I can relate. There's always something crazy going on!
The grandkids are adorable and I like the way you told what they each said to you when you were stuck in the mud. The funniest was Damien - what a boy child!
reply by the author on 04-May-2015
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Very cute story about a farm story. I live on a farm, too, so I can relate. There's always something crazy going on!
The grandkids are adorable and I like the way you told what they each said to you when you were stuck in the mud. The funniest was Damien - what a boy child!
Comment Written 11-Apr-2015
reply by the author on 04-May-2015
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Thank you for reviewing my work. I apologize for the delay in thanking you. My phone was 'lost'. My dog hid it outside. Little wart.
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Awww, poor phone!