At Home in Mississippi
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Comment from Charles D Ezell
Perfect. I was think about when I gave my 16 years of age daughter away to a man od five years her age. He promised to see she graduated, and he did that they have showered me with grandchildren and been married for 45 years and owner of many rent house. God move in strange ways. You did well with this story, Beth.
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2024
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Perfect. I was think about when I gave my 16 years of age daughter away to a man od five years her age. He promised to see she graduated, and he did that they have showered me with grandchildren and been married for 45 years and owner of many rent house. God move in strange ways. You did well with this story, Beth.
Comment Written 02-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2024
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I don't think age matters that much. He thought I was mature for my age. I wasn't a silly giggling teen. The bad thing about nine years is he died way before me. My grandmother was 10 years younger and she died first. I really appreciate the six stars.
Beth
Comment from Begin Again
Most young people today would think that was too much work to have a relationship and moved on before it ever had a chance. I believe in fate and you truly had it working for you and Evan.
Smiles, Carol
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024
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Most young people today would think that was too much work to have a relationship and moved on before it ever had a chance. I believe in fate and you truly had it working for you and Evan.
Smiles, Carol
Comment Written 02-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 03-Dec-2024
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Thank you, Carol. I'm sure that kind of relationship would never have a chance today. It is surprising it worked even back then.
Beth
Comment from Karen Cherry Threadgill
We all know where this is leading don't we? It is your hubby. He saw what he wanted. He knew you were younger so he took his time. It is very sweet. Have a good week. karen
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2024
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We all know where this is leading don't we? It is your hubby. He saw what he wanted. He knew you were younger so he took his time. It is very sweet. Have a good week. karen
Comment Written 02-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2024
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I gave him a hard time before I was willing to admit, he was the one. I glad he waited.
Beth
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I knew it! I sure like being right.it is out job to be cautious. I like your stories. Karen
Comment from Ric Myworld
Well, times sure have changed since you were a teenager, and in my opinion, not for the better. Men have always had an ornery streak, and many accepted it as normal. But the once double standard for women is now a thing of the past. Nowadays, sleeping around is considered normal behavior for everyone. But sadly, now both sexes are missing out on the thrill of the chase, which you've described and shown just how wonderful it can be. It sure makes you appreciate the catch. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2024
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Well, times sure have changed since you were a teenager, and in my opinion, not for the better. Men have always had an ornery streak, and many accepted it as normal. But the once double standard for women is now a thing of the past. Nowadays, sleeping around is considered normal behavior for everyone. But sadly, now both sexes are missing out on the thrill of the chase, which you've described and shown just how wonderful it can be. It sure makes you appreciate the catch. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 02-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2024
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Yes, I realize times have changed and nothing is like it was in the 50's. Many of the R rated movies are all about sleeping with a different partner every night and it often the woman's idea. I don't see how any marriage survives now.
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Most marriages don't survive, and the ones that do, have the couple going in opposite directions. It's sad for everyone and what's even worse is, they don't even realize it.
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I got cut off and didn't finish. I guess the machine was trying to tell me to shut up. LOL. Everyone keeps wondering why I won't date and they all try to fix me up. I just say no, I'm not interested. First off, I'm too old to care, and I'm happier alone than I'd be with someone I had to wonder who she was with last night. :-)
Comment from Tom Horonzy
Young love. Wasn't that a Pat Boone song? Anyway, i fell in love often until... the girl would respond favorably, and being a confirmed bachelor to be until thirty (I made it to 32) I would be scared off when they reciprocated.
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2024
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Young love. Wasn't that a Pat Boone song? Anyway, i fell in love often until... the girl would respond favorably, and being a confirmed bachelor to be until thirty (I made it to 32) I would be scared off when they reciprocated.
Comment Written 02-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2024
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I understand. Girls get scared off easily as well. At least they did back then. I tended want to run if I guy seemed to be too interested. I have a very pretty granddaughter who just turned thirty. She goes the other way when a guy starts acting too interested. Thanks for the review.
Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
I knew Evan was on the horizon! Bless him, he was quite besotted. What a lovely chapter this will be for your family. It makes me wish I had the memory to do the same:( Love the way you suggest some might want to tune out. I didn't as my edit reveals:)) Well done, Beth! I hope this wasn't too emotional a write for you. Take care Debbie.
The previous year(,) after returning from Korea...
He didn't (' - delete) tell me his age
five years apart in age so(delete.)
He had written hastily in script(,) letting me know(,) since the first letter
I went home to enjoy Christmas(,) feeling..
This Christmas(,) instead...
deceased sibling(no 's')
One of the boys, Tommy(y)
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2024
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I knew Evan was on the horizon! Bless him, he was quite besotted. What a lovely chapter this will be for your family. It makes me wish I had the memory to do the same:( Love the way you suggest some might want to tune out. I didn't as my edit reveals:)) Well done, Beth! I hope this wasn't too emotional a write for you. Take care Debbie.
The previous year(,) after returning from Korea...
He didn't (' - delete) tell me his age
five years apart in age so(delete.)
He had written hastily in script(,) letting me know(,) since the first letter
I went home to enjoy Christmas(,) feeling..
This Christmas(,) instead...
deceased sibling(no 's')
One of the boys, Tommy(y)
Comment Written 02-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2024
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Thank you, Debbie. I appreciate you hanging in there past the tune out part. I also was happy for the help with commas.
Beth
Comment from patcelaw
With your writing about your life, you pretty much take me back to my own years of schooling because we've pretty much for parallel in our schooling. Patricia.
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2024
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With your writing about your life, you pretty much take me back to my own years of schooling because we've pretty much for parallel in our schooling. Patricia.
Comment Written 02-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2024
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Thank you Patricia. I like that it brings back memories for others as well.
Beth
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Thank you Patricia. I like that it brings back memories for others as well.
Beth
Comment from Marilyn Hamilton
Oh how easy we have it now with computers and cell phones! But somehow the handwritten letters that came by mail were much more exciting. Good chapter.
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2024
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Oh how easy we have it now with computers and cell phones! But somehow the handwritten letters that came by mail were much more exciting. Good chapter.
Comment Written 02-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2024
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Thank you, Marilyn. We didn't realize how much more convenient life could be. We just accepted that is the way things were and we make it work.
Comment from Wayne Fowler
Wow. That guy was really impressed by you!
Back to the belated Christmas card, Two days after Christmas, - Only thing I could find. (two) Good work.
Best wishes.
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reply by the author on 02-Dec-2024
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Wow. That guy was really impressed by you!
Back to the belated Christmas card, Two days after Christmas, - Only thing I could find. (two) Good work.
Best wishes.
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Comment Written 02-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2024
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Thank you, Wayne. I'm glad he was impressed enough to wait for me. Because I wasn't to commit to anything permanent, but he was the right on for me.
Beth
Comment from Michael Ludwinder
I really enjoyed reading your story! The way you capture the mix of emotions that come with young love is so relatable. I loved how you took me along for the ride as you shared the uncertainty of it all. The bit about the chess game and the comment about women being "less intelligent" was great. Keep going - this is so enjoyable to read.
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reply by the author on 02-Dec-2024
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I really enjoyed reading your story! The way you capture the mix of emotions that come with young love is so relatable. I loved how you took me along for the ride as you shared the uncertainty of it all. The bit about the chess game and the comment about women being "less intelligent" was great. Keep going - this is so enjoyable to read.
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Comment Written 02-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 02-Dec-2024
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Thank you, Michael. I pleased you enjoyed my story. I enjoy the memories myself. When I start remembering, I think of things I thought were long gone but they're all still there.
Beth
