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Viewing comments for Chapter 20 "The Decision and the Aftermath"Two very real women in not so real situation.
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Comment from lyenochka
Such a delicate conversation to have and I love how you created that tension between Rachelle and Helene. And it seems Rachelle has the upper hand both in logic and resemblance to Rebekah's mom. It seems that Rebekah will get a chance to leave and learn more about her musical gift! Good think Gretchen came to sound the end of "recess" bell as she comes to the unneeded rescue!
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2024
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Such a delicate conversation to have and I love how you created that tension between Rachelle and Helene. And it seems Rachelle has the upper hand both in logic and resemblance to Rebekah's mom. It seems that Rebekah will get a chance to leave and learn more about her musical gift! Good think Gretchen came to sound the end of "recess" bell as she comes to the unneeded rescue!
Comment Written 02-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2024
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Yes! Her timing is impeccable. Thanks for keeping on this road trip with us. Xoxo
Comment from Marilyn Hamilton
It appears there was a reason for you to end up at that farm after all. I agree, there's no such thing as circumstances. Very good chapter. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2024
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It appears there was a reason for you to end up at that farm after all. I agree, there's no such thing as circumstances. Very good chapter. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 02-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2024
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Thank you times a million zillion for "getting it."
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It would help prove that I get it if I used the correct word of coincidences instead of letting the word prompt guide me to type circumstances LOL
Comment from T B Botts
Hello Rachelle,
oh my, what have you done gal? You've opened a door to possibilities for this girl, and yet she is going to be like a lamb in a den of lions. That being said, who better to help her on her first step into the outside world. Of course you know you're going to be responsible for her for at least awhile? Great chapter gal.
Have a blessed evening.
Tom
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2024
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Hello Rachelle,
oh my, what have you done gal? You've opened a door to possibilities for this girl, and yet she is going to be like a lamb in a den of lions. That being said, who better to help her on her first step into the outside world. Of course you know you're going to be responsible for her for at least awhile? Great chapter gal.
Have a blessed evening.
Tom
Comment Written 02-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2024
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I do, but the alternative - letting her and her talent just stay untapped in a restricting lifestyle seems even worse. Maybe in this situation, there's no "easy" solution, but rather a brave one. Thanks for this thoughtful and insightful review. xoxox
Comment from Wendy G
And this one is so YOU. Full of enthusiasm and wonderful ideas and an amazingly intuitive way of getting Helene onside. Touching her heart, breaking down her walls of resistance by your compassionate understanding - and conviction that it was meant to be, in the eternal plan. And I love your humour about Gretchen!
Wonderful read.
Wendy
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2024
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And this one is so YOU. Full of enthusiasm and wonderful ideas and an amazingly intuitive way of getting Helene onside. Touching her heart, breaking down her walls of resistance by your compassionate understanding - and conviction that it was meant to be, in the eternal plan. And I love your humour about Gretchen!
Wonderful read.
Wendy
Comment Written 02-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 02-Sep-2024
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Thank you, Wendy. Coming from the penultimate compassionate person I know, that is quite the compliment. One of the benefits I've earned by being a teacher is learning how to frame something in a way that "lands" with the person with whom you're interacting. You, as a teacher, too, I'm sure, have also acquired this life skill. It's a biggie. Thank you for this really nice review. It felt so good to read these words. xoxo
Comment from BethShelby
This is great Rachelle. I'll bet the two of you really good enjoy a trip together. You're personalities are so different and yet they each compliment the other. I would imagine someone from the Amish community woule feel very say to have an outsider come in an persuade one of thier own to leave. I sence this leg of the journey will soon be over. I will hate to see it end.
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2024
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This is great Rachelle. I'll bet the two of you really good enjoy a trip together. You're personalities are so different and yet they each compliment the other. I would imagine someone from the Amish community woule feel very say to have an outsider come in an persuade one of thier own to leave. I sence this leg of the journey will soon be over. I will hate to see it end.
Comment Written 01-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2024
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The thing about Rumspringa, though, is that the teen gets to make the decision, and the parents/older adults have to live with it. Isn't that so NOT what you would expect from a community so entrenched in rules and control?
Thanks for the nice review. Yes, Gretchen and I do have complementing styles. It's like my husband and me. We are very different, but we've been together a zillion years now and still are very happy to be doing life together.
Comment from Samantha Wymer
Two great minds think alike, that's true because you and Gretchen have created a story with all kinds of possibilities and a twist in the plot. You never know what is going to happen next. Love this.
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2024
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Two great minds think alike, that's true because you and Gretchen have created a story with all kinds of possibilities and a twist in the plot. You never know what is going to happen next. Love this.
Comment Written 01-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2024
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It's kind of the same whenever we chat. We never quite know what the other of us will say next. But, it works for us, thankfully.
Thanks for the fun review. Samantha. xo
Comment from Shanbreen
Nicely done. Love the tug of each person's arguments---Helene's more an emotional outpour.. Rachelle, while I understand Helene's fear of losing Rebekah, I am glad you stood for her and took her to what may be her true calling--- whatever the eventual outcome.
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2024
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Nicely done. Love the tug of each person's arguments---Helene's more an emotional outpour.. Rachelle, while I understand Helene's fear of losing Rebekah, I am glad you stood for her and took her to what may be her true calling--- whatever the eventual outcome.
Comment Written 01-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2024
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It's such a tightrope to walk. Loved ones fear the loss that can result from too much growth, and a teacher sees untapped potential.
Thank you for the insightfulness of this review. Very much appreciated. xoxo
Comment from patcelaw
This is a very well written chapter for the story and I enjoyed very much listening to it. It is structured in such a way that it flows very well when it is read aloud I wish you the very best with all of your writing. Patricia.
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2024
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This is a very well written chapter for the story and I enjoyed very much listening to it. It is structured in such a way that it flows very well when it is read aloud I wish you the very best with all of your writing. Patricia.
Comment Written 01-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2024
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Thank you. I appreciate your kind and encouraging review. xoxo
Comment from barbara.wilkey
I can't wait to see how this turns out. I actually understand both sides of the argument. It will be interesting to see how this is resolved. Thank you for sharing it with us. This is a good write.
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2024
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I can't wait to see how this turns out. I actually understand both sides of the argument. It will be interesting to see how this is resolved. Thank you for sharing it with us. This is a good write.
Comment Written 01-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2024
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I love seeing your review each week and love having you along on our road trip. Thank you for being such a wonderful fan for us. xoxoxo
Comment from Jim Wile
This was such a beautifully written chapter, Rachelle. Oh, my goodness, you could feel the depth of emotion in both you and Helene as you tried to convince her that your coming here was no coincidence, and that you weren't doing anything to undermine her parental influence. I think she accepted what you said, as hard as it was to hear. What a challenge that was for you to tactfully tell her the truth and not back down despite how grim and accusatory she was toward you.
And then, with perfect timing, Gretchen makes her entrance to relieve the tension for you. This is such a multi-faceted wonderful story the two of you have collaborated on. One would swear you are old friends.
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2024
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This was such a beautifully written chapter, Rachelle. Oh, my goodness, you could feel the depth of emotion in both you and Helene as you tried to convince her that your coming here was no coincidence, and that you weren't doing anything to undermine her parental influence. I think she accepted what you said, as hard as it was to hear. What a challenge that was for you to tactfully tell her the truth and not back down despite how grim and accusatory she was toward you.
And then, with perfect timing, Gretchen makes her entrance to relieve the tension for you. This is such a multi-faceted wonderful story the two of you have collaborated on. One would swear you are old friends.
Comment Written 01-Sep-2024
reply by the author on 01-Sep-2024
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This is the ultimate compliment. Thank you for such an affirming, helpful review, Jim. I could not appreciate it more. xoxox
