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Comment from royowen
I know what it feels like be lost, we've been lost in Sofia, in Bulgaria, where no one on a bus of helpful people can speak a word of English, and encountered the same thing in Russia, but we got back home somehow, praise God. I like this, but at least we weren't in a broken down car, well done Gretchen, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 25-Jun-2024
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I know what it feels like be lost, we've been lost in Sofia, in Bulgaria, where no one on a bus of helpful people can speak a word of English, and encountered the same thing in Russia, but we got back home somehow, praise God. I like this, but at least we weren't in a broken down car, well done Gretchen, blessings Roy
Comment Written 25-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 25-Jun-2024
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Thank you. This is all in fun and just a story of what ifs. I appreciate you coming along for the ride. (No pun intended). Gretchen
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Bless you
Comment from Karen Cherry Threadgill
It says multi=author. Do you like this?
In the middle of absolutely nowhere, with no hope to be had, I was crying like I had lost my dog when Rachelle and I heard a rumbling. We saw cattle, and horses with riders! We are saved, at least I hope so.
Zelda Strindmeyer saved our trip. She had seen a young calf skedaddle in our direction. She had a face that should be sculpted in clay. She was at least 70 if she was a day ample but firm. As she slid down her horse " Attila" she said cell phones don't work out here, but that she would use her satellite phone to get us picked up, and her guys would see what the problem was and we could go up to the house.
There should be another name for her house. She had no idea how many rooms it had, but looked like the senior class at my high school could move in with room to spare.
She said the bigger the spread got, the more people they needed, and since everyone needed housing, they just kept adding on. They fed us, watered us, and told us all kinds of stories, some true, and, I expect some not. Our mood was vastly improved.
It was the water pump, after all. She wouldn't accept money; she said she didn't need it, but since we were writers, we could earn our supper by telling them some new stories.
Rachelle and I pulled out our computers and kept them entertained all night. We were a big hit. Rusty gave me some long looks. I wonder if he is near-sighted.
They asked us to stay a while, but we had places to be. But we said we might stop back on our way home. They promised us all the ribs and BBQ corn we could eat if we did.
We left in the morning happy, well fed, and with good directions and pointed in the right direction. I even let Rachelle drive.
reply by the author on 25-Jun-2024
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It says multi=author. Do you like this?
In the middle of absolutely nowhere, with no hope to be had, I was crying like I had lost my dog when Rachelle and I heard a rumbling. We saw cattle, and horses with riders! We are saved, at least I hope so.
Zelda Strindmeyer saved our trip. She had seen a young calf skedaddle in our direction. She had a face that should be sculpted in clay. She was at least 70 if she was a day ample but firm. As she slid down her horse " Attila" she said cell phones don't work out here, but that she would use her satellite phone to get us picked up, and her guys would see what the problem was and we could go up to the house.
There should be another name for her house. She had no idea how many rooms it had, but looked like the senior class at my high school could move in with room to spare.
She said the bigger the spread got, the more people they needed, and since everyone needed housing, they just kept adding on. They fed us, watered us, and told us all kinds of stories, some true, and, I expect some not. Our mood was vastly improved.
It was the water pump, after all. She wouldn't accept money; she said she didn't need it, but since we were writers, we could earn our supper by telling them some new stories.
Rachelle and I pulled out our computers and kept them entertained all night. We were a big hit. Rusty gave me some long looks. I wonder if he is near-sighted.
They asked us to stay a while, but we had places to be. But we said we might stop back on our way home. They promised us all the ribs and BBQ corn we could eat if we did.
We left in the morning happy, well fed, and with good directions and pointed in the right direction. I even let Rachelle drive.
Comment Written 25-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 25-Jun-2024
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This is great Karen. Post it by itself. I think people would enjoy this. As of right now, it's just Rachelle and I writing it. Thank you though. Gretchen
Comment from Mrs. KT
Hello, Gretchen!
What a delightful concept!
I just read Rachelle's chapter, and you two are definitely having too much fun already with this project!
I'm with you: I cannot stand to be the passenger when I travel: just gotta take over that wheel and go for it!
(Was a passenger today in my daughter's Jeep, and I never thought I was going to land on "terra firma" after she weaved in and out of the lovely tourist traffic in good old Traverse City! Whew!)
So on to Chapter 1.
I have no idea where you two are going, but I am definitely along for the ride!
Fondly,
diane
reply by the author on 25-Jun-2024
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Hello, Gretchen!
What a delightful concept!
I just read Rachelle's chapter, and you two are definitely having too much fun already with this project!
I'm with you: I cannot stand to be the passenger when I travel: just gotta take over that wheel and go for it!
(Was a passenger today in my daughter's Jeep, and I never thought I was going to land on "terra firma" after she weaved in and out of the lovely tourist traffic in good old Traverse City! Whew!)
So on to Chapter 1.
I have no idea where you two are going, but I am definitely along for the ride!
Fondly,
diane
Comment Written 25-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 25-Jun-2024
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I think it's the lack of control when someone else drives. We are having fun. Who knows how long it will be. We are definitely winging it. Thank you for this awesome review and the stellar rating. Gretchen
Comment from Rachelle Allen
Nice job with the set-up here, my clever co-conspirator! I like that our styles are similar enough and different enough so that it weaves together seamlessly. I am looking forward to seeing where it takes us! xoxo
reply by the author on 25-Jun-2024
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Nice job with the set-up here, my clever co-conspirator! I like that our styles are similar enough and different enough so that it weaves together seamlessly. I am looking forward to seeing where it takes us! xoxo
Comment Written 25-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 25-Jun-2024
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Me too. No idea what's next. But that's half the fun. Gretchen
Comment from jmdg1954
Hi Gretchen.
I see this is a multi author book. You and a few others I'm guessing. It should be fun to read as it will encompass two writing styles and taking the story different ways.
Can't wait for what's next. How do we know when the next author up, posts?
Cheers,
John
reply by the author on 25-Jun-2024
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Hi Gretchen.
I see this is a multi author book. You and a few others I'm guessing. It should be fun to read as it will encompass two writing styles and taking the story different ways.
Can't wait for what's next. How do we know when the next author up, posts?
Cheers,
John
Comment Written 25-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 25-Jun-2024
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It's Rachelle Allen. I'm guessing you might need to fan her. First time doing this so, I'm learning as I go along.
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I?ll pass. She took a hard, bully stance against one of my friends on FS.
I?ll continue to read yours.
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Oh, I didn't know all of this. I understand. I'll try to keep you entertained. Gretchen
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
Isn't is sod's law that if something goes wrong way out in the middle of nowhere, you can't get a signal? And they are miles away from a garage. Rachelle is going to be very pleased with that. Well, I'm going to have to wait to see how they do get out of it! A fire and smoke signals?? LOL.
Well done, Gretchen, you brought these two to life very quickly. I enjoyed reading it. :)) Sandra xxx
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reply by the author on 25-Jun-2024
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Isn't is sod's law that if something goes wrong way out in the middle of nowhere, you can't get a signal? And they are miles away from a garage. Rachelle is going to be very pleased with that. Well, I'm going to have to wait to see how they do get out of it! A fire and smoke signals?? LOL.
Well done, Gretchen, you brought these two to life very quickly. I enjoyed reading it. :)) Sandra xxx
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Comment Written 25-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 25-Jun-2024
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Thank you. This is going to be a very unserious story. Two different authors. Me and Rachelle Allen. Hope you enjoy. Gretchen
Comment from Wayne Fowler
Will do... I mean will do, not... take anything seriously. The crying established that.
Well-written.
You aren't going to hurt these two gals, are you?
Guess we'll have to find out.
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reply by the author on 25-Jun-2024
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Will do... I mean will do, not... take anything seriously. The crying established that.
Well-written.
You aren't going to hurt these two gals, are you?
Guess we'll have to find out.
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Comment Written 25-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 25-Jun-2024
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They will survive. But since it's two of us writing, I have no idea what's going to happen. Thank you for joining the fun. Gretchen
Comment from barbara.wilkey
I can't wait to read more. I can tell this is going to be a fun ride and I'm guess different authors are going to add to it, right? You have two great characters here. Thank you for sharing.
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reply by the author on 25-Jun-2024
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I can't wait to read more. I can tell this is going to be a fun ride and I'm guess different authors are going to add to it, right? You have two great characters here. Thank you for sharing.
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Comment Written 25-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 25-Jun-2024
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It will be myself and Rachelle Allen. Who knows where this is going. Gretchen