At Home in Mississippi
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Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
I had an interfering mother too so I can relate well to your story, Beth. And the thing is, when you're that age, a third party can really spoil the natural progression of a relationship forever. Fortunately you recovered the situation and got your friendship back on track. But you never seemed short of suitors:)) An enjoyable read with some nice detail about drive-in movies which, for me, are classically American. Thank you for sharing. Debbie
reply by the author on 07-Dec-2024
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I had an interfering mother too so I can relate well to your story, Beth. And the thing is, when you're that age, a third party can really spoil the natural progression of a relationship forever. Fortunately you recovered the situation and got your friendship back on track. But you never seemed short of suitors:)) An enjoyable read with some nice detail about drive-in movies which, for me, are classically American. Thank you for sharing. Debbie
Comment Written 06-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 07-Dec-2024
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Thank you, Debbie. I guess it is hard for mothers to stay neutral if the think their child is making a mistake. I stayed out of my kids love life and they did make mistakes, which they couldn't blame on me.
Beth
Comment from Begin Again
It would be difficult being a teenager still in high school and dating someone who had already been overseas in a war and knew much more about the world than you. But it seems he had patience and everything worked out.
Smiles, Carol
reply by the author on 07-Dec-2024
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It would be difficult being a teenager still in high school and dating someone who had already been overseas in a war and knew much more about the world than you. But it seems he had patience and everything worked out.
Smiles, Carol
Comment Written 06-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 07-Dec-2024
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Thank you, Carol. In the end the age difference didn't matter except being older I had to give him up before I was ready but we still had 61 years together.
Beth
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Awesome!
Comment from jim vecchio
You have such wonderful quality in your writing. You have w great talent for writing bout your life. Funny, because my romance also began with letter-writing. That really helped our relationship, because I was very timid about asking someone out. When I met my wife, I felt I knew her already.
reply by the author on 07-Dec-2024
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You have such wonderful quality in your writing. You have w great talent for writing bout your life. Funny, because my romance also began with letter-writing. That really helped our relationship, because I was very timid about asking someone out. When I met my wife, I felt I knew her already.
Comment Written 06-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 07-Dec-2024
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I'm so glad you are continuing to enjoy my writing.
Beth
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Always!
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
Was Evan your husband Beth, or are you keeping us in suspense here? You both sounded so innocent and you were so young Beth. I enjoyed this post and thank you for sharing your first date with Evan with us, love Dolly x x x
reply by the author on 06-Dec-2024
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Was Evan your husband Beth, or are you keeping us in suspense here? You both sounded so innocent and you were so young Beth. I enjoyed this post and thank you for sharing your first date with Evan with us, love Dolly x x x
Comment Written 06-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 06-Dec-2024
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Yes, he became my husband, but it took me another to realize I had to have to have him in my life. I appreciate the review..
Beth
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How lovely Beth x x x
Comment from Wayne Fowler
Wow! You are lucky Evan was understanding.
Nicely written. Error-free as near as I can tell.
I think a lot of people would enjoy reading the entire book.
reply by the author on 07-Dec-2024
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Wow! You are lucky Evan was understanding.
Nicely written. Error-free as near as I can tell.
I think a lot of people would enjoy reading the entire book.
Comment Written 06-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 07-Dec-2024
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Thank you, Wayne. He turned out to be pretty patient.
Beth
Comment from Marilyn Hamilton
UGH! Mothers! They just have to get involved in their daughters love lives! Enjoying your story as always and taking a mental trip of my own as I read it Thanks for sharing
reply by the author on 07-Dec-2024
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UGH! Mothers! They just have to get involved in their daughters love lives! Enjoying your story as always and taking a mental trip of my own as I read it Thanks for sharing
Comment Written 06-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 07-Dec-2024
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Thank you, Marilyn. I tried to stay out of kid's lives when it came to serious relationship, but they some mistakes on their own without my help. At least they couldn't blame me for them.
Beth
Comment from GWHARGIS
I used to have dreams that I was dressed in a wedding dress and was climbing out of a bathroom window anytime I felt a guy I was dating was getting too serious. It never happened with my husband. I took that as a sign. I'm so enjoying hearing about this. My guess is your dad knew he had raised you right and respected your decision. Mom's tend to try to fix things. This is most entertaining. Gretchen
reply by the author on 07-Dec-2024
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I used to have dreams that I was dressed in a wedding dress and was climbing out of a bathroom window anytime I felt a guy I was dating was getting too serious. It never happened with my husband. I took that as a sign. I'm so enjoying hearing about this. My guess is your dad knew he had raised you right and respected your decision. Mom's tend to try to fix things. This is most entertaining. Gretchen
Comment Written 06-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 07-Dec-2024
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Thank you, Gretchen, That is such a funny dream. You must have watcher Runaway Bride. I ran away from the right on for a while. At least you recognized him when you as being 'the one.' I'm so glad you find this entertaining.
Beth
Comment from barbara.wilkey
This relationship is so cute. I enjoyed reading about it. I am really enjoying reading your memoirs. They are honest and homey. I like that combination and you're doing a good job writing them.
reply by the author on 07-Dec-2024
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This relationship is so cute. I enjoyed reading about it. I am really enjoying reading your memoirs. They are honest and homey. I like that combination and you're doing a good job writing them.
Comment Written 06-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 07-Dec-2024
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Thank you, Barbara. I'm so happy you like reading my story.
Beth
Comment from patcelaw
I enjoyed listening to your story about your first date with Evan. The very first date that I ever went on was with my husband when I met him in 1958 so I was already 20 years old and out of high school. I did not know what to expect, but the one thing that I knew was the man that I was looking at looked like a very hopeful promise for a marriage partner. He turned out to be exactly that. It seems that it turned out for you much the same way with a very respectful man. I did not have parents around to approve or disapprove of my dating my husband. Patricia.
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reply by the author on 07-Dec-2024
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I enjoyed listening to your story about your first date with Evan. The very first date that I ever went on was with my husband when I met him in 1958 so I was already 20 years old and out of high school. I did not know what to expect, but the one thing that I knew was the man that I was looking at looked like a very hopeful promise for a marriage partner. He turned out to be exactly that. It seems that it turned out for you much the same way with a very respectful man. I did not have parents around to approve or disapprove of my dating my husband. Patricia.
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Comment Written 06-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 07-Dec-2024
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Thank you, Patricia. I appreciate you sharing your dating experience with me.
Beth
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Thank you, Patricia. I appreciate you sharing your dating experience with me.
Beth
