Comment from Dolly'sPoems

Excellent

This is a sad post but it has cemented the relationship between Iris and Jameson. Iris needs a friend just now and Jameson has stepped up and will be there for Iris when she needs it most. These real life events take place every day in society and we just hope that people who face the prospect of dying alone, find someone who cares to be by their side. A delicate situation handled perfectly here Gretchen another fine write, love Dolly x

 Comment Written 23-Jul-2023

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reply by the author on 23-Jul-2023

Thank you so much. Yes, Jameson came into her life at just the right time. I appreciate your kind words. Gretchen

Comment from Wendy G

Excellent

This was very moving. You really bring the story to life - I can see and hear the conversations and feel their thoughts. It all flows so very naturally. It will be hard for Jameson but he will step up and be there for her. Very well done.
Wendy
Typo: "My goodness, you look very daper," (dapper)

 Comment Written 23-Jul-2023

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reply by the author on 23-Jul-2023

Thank you, Wendy for this awesome review and for catching that spag. Gretchen

Comment from Goodadvicechan

Excellent

I don't know whether this is happy or sad story.

I guess life has a beginning and an end.

This story tells what needs to be done for the last days. I suppose it is a good thing to prepare and get ready for it.

Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 23-Jul-2023

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reply by the author on 23-Jul-2023

Thank you so much. Gretchen

Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose

Excellent

Aw... the end made me cry... Jameson is so sweet. I'm happy he is there for Iris. What a horrible medical appointment. How scary. I wonder what comes next. You always leave me wanting more.

Gypsy hugs

 Comment Written 22-Jul-2023

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reply by the author on 23-Jul-2023

Thank you so much, Gypsy. I really appreciate this. Gretchen

Comment from damommy

Excellent

DNR is a hard decision, but in the elderly, it's the best choice. They end up all broken up inside and still die. I have that in my living will.

- you look very [dapper],"

 Comment Written 22-Jul-2023

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reply by the author on 23-Jul-2023

Thank you. My mother had a dnr in place. Hard to just watch. Even when you know it's inevitable. Gretchen

Comment from Jay Squires

Excellent

I'm curious, Gretchen, if you had written this conventionally, from one character's viewpoint, have you considered whose you'd have chosen? Whose story is it, anyway? I think it is Iris's story, but that story could be most effectively told through Jameson's point of view. I'm saying all this while fully enjoying the masterful way you have told your story through both points of view. Just curious, I guess.
Jay

 Comment Written 22-Jul-2023

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reply by the author on 23-Jul-2023

No idea who I would have chosen. Telling through only one point of view, in this case, would have left a lot of blank spaces. My favorite thing about this story is how two people at opposite poles in life, fill a need for each other. They were strangers who only had a wolfhound in common. They become family of sorts.

My husband and I took in a friend of my youngest son's. It was supposed to be for a few days. He stayed with us from 10th grade until he graduated. He melded into our family. He still calls me mom. It was good for all of us.

Comment from Teri7

Excellent

Gretchen, I wish I had six stars to give you for this chapter. You used great descriptive words and it made me think of my mom when she was dying in the hospital. It was hard, but we knew what was happening. It is never easy to lose someone we love, even if we know in advance! love and blessings, Teri

 Comment Written 22-Jul-2023

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reply by the author on 23-Jul-2023

Thank you so much for this. Six isn't needed but love the feedback. Gretchen

Comment from nancy_e_davis

Excellent

"No, ma'am. I'm gonna be here for you. You're all I've got."

Isn't that sweet. He's all she's got too. The Lord provides what we need when we are in need. They were lucky to have found each other. Well done Gretchen. Nancy:)

 Comment Written 22-Jul-2023

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reply by the author on 23-Jul-2023

Thank you, Nancy. He does put people into our lives when we need it. Gretchen

Comment from Carol Hillebrenner

Excellent

Knowing that Iris is very ill and hearing just what will happen from a doctor is very hard on Jamison, yet he is going to be strong for Iris. They have forged a remarkable friendship. Very good story about very good people.

 Comment Written 22-Jul-2023

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reply by the author on 23-Jul-2023

I love their relationship. It's helped them both. Gretchen

Comment from lancellot

Exceptional

I think that was a good way of having the talk, for the benefit of the readers. It gives a real life look at end of life planning. It does happen.

notes:

"What exactly does that mean?"

-I think starting here, Jameson appears a little stupid, given his age. But, he may be playing the role of stand-in for the readers.

 Comment Written 22-Jul-2023

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reply by the author on 22-Jul-2023

Thank you for this wonderfully detailed review. I do see where youre coming from but I think he's naive more than stupid. I didn't understand that DNR meant for any reason. My mother was dying from pulmonary fibrosis and had a DNR in place. But she died from internal bleeding. I honestly thought it only meant dnr for the fibrosis. But I do like that you gave your honest opinion. I will go back and read with fresh eyes tomorrow. And thank you for the stellar rating. Gretchen