Remembering Yesterday
Viewing comments for Chapter 157 "Putting to Rest a Bad Year"A widow's journey into her relationship with her
10 total reviews
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
You did a great job sharing your recollections, Beth. I
enjoyed reading this one. Your family is really busy with
so many 'things' happening all around you and hubby.
I admire the way you were the glue that held it all
together during that trying year. Just one 'thing'
would've been difficult as you cared for your Dad. Your
work was well organized with great family details and
the state of the USA at the time.
Thanks for sharing, Jan
reply by the author on 02-Jul-2022
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You did a great job sharing your recollections, Beth. I
enjoyed reading this one. Your family is really busy with
so many 'things' happening all around you and hubby.
I admire the way you were the glue that held it all
together during that trying year. Just one 'thing'
would've been difficult as you cared for your Dad. Your
work was well organized with great family details and
the state of the USA at the time.
Thanks for sharing, Jan
Comment Written 01-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 02-Jul-2022
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Thank you so much Jan. I'm so glad you enjoyed it.
Beth
Comment from lyenochka
Whew! That was quite a year! I don't know how you managed to do all that plus care for your father. I liked that you took time to play games with him. I guess I understand about his objections to Perry Mason making things up and tricking people into confession. When we watch that show, I keep wondering how many laws he's breaking - doing detective work while being the lawyer, too! But that was funny that your dad objected so much. I'm sure the next year was a far better one.
reply by the author on 01-Jul-2022
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Whew! That was quite a year! I don't know how you managed to do all that plus care for your father. I liked that you took time to play games with him. I guess I understand about his objections to Perry Mason making things up and tricking people into confession. When we watch that show, I keep wondering how many laws he's breaking - doing detective work while being the lawyer, too! But that was funny that your dad objected so much. I'm sure the next year was a far better one.
Comment Written 01-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 01-Jul-2022
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Thank you for a great review and comments.
Beth
Comment from barbara.wilkey
It does seem some years are more difficult than others. I'm not sure why everything needs to happen at once, but it does. Thank you for sharing.
I don't know what Dad found objectionable about the book, but the next morning he told me, (the following morning)
reply by the author on 01-Jul-2022
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It does seem some years are more difficult than others. I'm not sure why everything needs to happen at once, but it does. Thank you for sharing.
I don't know what Dad found objectionable about the book, but the next morning he told me, (the following morning)
Comment Written 01-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 01-Jul-2022
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Thank you for the review. It does when bad things happen in my family they come in clusters.
Beth
Comment from Ric Myworld
I'm amazed that anyone could possibly remember dates and detailed activities as well as you do. But I'm with you, this sounds like a good years to have skipped over entirely. LOL. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 01-Jul-2022
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I'm amazed that anyone could possibly remember dates and detailed activities as well as you do. But I'm with you, this sounds like a good years to have skipped over entirely. LOL. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 01-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 01-Jul-2022
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Thank you so much for the review and for the six stars. They always make a day go better.
Beth
Comment from Theodore McDowell
What a horrible year with so many crises and health concerns and low-level traumas. I'm glad you made it through this year. Hope 1996 turns out to be a better year for the posts.
reply by the author on 01-Jul-2022
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What a horrible year with so many crises and health concerns and low-level traumas. I'm glad you made it through this year. Hope 1996 turns out to be a better year for the posts.
Comment Written 01-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 01-Jul-2022
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Thank you Tim, I always appreciate your review and comments.
BEth
Comment from Alcreator Litt Dear
Being a reader, I know the purpose of writing the recall memories with your deceased husband, you want your children to know you, not just as their parents; here you narrate about the year 1995, how you lived in 1995 and how and why you experienced 1995 a terrible year for you; well said, well done, post god speed more, share post not 4 self-joy-pride but 4 God and readers worldwide Alcreator Litt Dear (DR)
reply by the author on 01-Jul-2022
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Being a reader, I know the purpose of writing the recall memories with your deceased husband, you want your children to know you, not just as their parents; here you narrate about the year 1995, how you lived in 1995 and how and why you experienced 1995 a terrible year for you; well said, well done, post god speed more, share post not 4 self-joy-pride but 4 God and readers worldwide Alcreator Litt Dear (DR)
Comment Written 01-Jul-2022
reply by the author on 01-Jul-2022
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Thank you so much for the review of this chapter and for you continued support.
Beth
Comment from Elizabeth Emerald
Dreadful year indeed. Any one of these problems is bad enough. Heartfelt narration and vivid depiction of family members and their troubles. Stunning chapter--good riddance to it!
reply by the author on 01-Jul-2022
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Dreadful year indeed. Any one of these problems is bad enough. Heartfelt narration and vivid depiction of family members and their troubles. Stunning chapter--good riddance to it!
Comment Written 30-Jun-2022
reply by the author on 01-Jul-2022
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Thank you Elizabeth. That year was so bad that I dreaded writing about it.
Beth
Comment from LisaMay
I don't have children myself, and don't live in the States, so your well written story provides a fascinating glimpse into family life in America, in a particularly stressful year for you. It shows caring concern for your family connections, and the headstrong nature of children trying out their own lives, needing support. I cared for my own father, so I know how time consuming that can be.
reply by the author on 30-Jun-2022
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I don't have children myself, and don't live in the States, so your well written story provides a fascinating glimpse into family life in America, in a particularly stressful year for you. It shows caring concern for your family connections, and the headstrong nature of children trying out their own lives, needing support. I cared for my own father, so I know how time consuming that can be.
Comment Written 30-Jun-2022
reply by the author on 30-Jun-2022
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Thank you LisaMay. When you have kids, you love them but they sure know how to make your hair go gray. I appreciate the great review.
Beth
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It sounds like Christi was probably the one who turned you the grayest the quickest.
Another thing I meant to mention in my review - you had the first part in a bold font then it changed to normal. I found the bold easier to read and hoped it would continue throughout your tale.
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Thank you for reminding me. I thought I had put it in bold. I'll fix it. You do know you can make type as large as you need it by hitting the control and plus key.
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Actually, I didn't know that!! That will make all the difference to how I read some people's work. There must be so much I don't know about how to use a computer. Kids would've shown me some tricks.
Comment from royowen
It sounds like an all round downer for you, with you being your Dad's carer, that's one thing I wish that the girls will have to be ours, I pray that won't be the case, my elder child is already her father in law's carer, although there is a regular visiting nurse, although Nick has siblings living close, they tend to criticise rather than, which alienates my dear, dear daughter, who is kindness personified, beautifully written Beth, thanks for sharing, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 30-Jun-2022
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It sounds like an all round downer for you, with you being your Dad's carer, that's one thing I wish that the girls will have to be ours, I pray that won't be the case, my elder child is already her father in law's carer, although there is a regular visiting nurse, although Nick has siblings living close, they tend to criticise rather than, which alienates my dear, dear daughter, who is kindness personified, beautifully written Beth, thanks for sharing, blessings Roy
Comment Written 30-Jun-2022
reply by the author on 30-Jun-2022
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Thank you Roy, I don't want my children to have that responsibility either. I'd rather been in a assisted living or nursing home. I would hope they would visit as long as my mind works. We never know what lies ahead.
Beth
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That's true Beth
Comment from Iza Deleanu
it's like when problems are deciding to shape your present and you see nothing pin is the future. I've been in a place like this. Thank you for sharing and good luck with your writings.
reply by the author on 30-Jun-2022
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it's like when problems are deciding to shape your present and you see nothing pin is the future. I've been in a place like this. Thank you for sharing and good luck with your writings.
Comment Written 30-Jun-2022
reply by the author on 30-Jun-2022
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Yes, when things happen, trouble usually comes in bouquets or garbage cans may be a better word. Thankfully is doesn't last forever. It just seems like it does. Thanks for the review.
Beth
