Coffee With Iris
Viewing comments for Chapter 9 "Weekend With Finny"Two opposites meet and connect.
17 total reviews
Comment from Karen Cherry Threadgill
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reply by the author on 12-Aug-2023
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Comment Written 12-Aug-2023
reply by the author on 12-Aug-2023
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Have to reply otherwise it won't go out of reviews spot. Lol. Thanks. Gretchen
Comment from Rachelle Allen
Beautiful and so completely realistic. I REALLY can't stand Claire. I know Jameson THINKS she's so all-it, but she's NOT the right one for him. There is someone so much sweeter out there who will appreciate his kind, beautiful soul!! The Jewish Mommie matchmaker in me knows this is a FACT!!! Hopefully, he'll smarten up to this soon. (Maybe with Iris's help!)
Also, I keep meaning to mention this, but I have a friend who has only ever had Irish Wolfhounds, so I am very familiar with the breed. What a great choice; what was your inspiration for that?
xoxoxo
reply by the author on 17-Jul-2023
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Beautiful and so completely realistic. I REALLY can't stand Claire. I know Jameson THINKS she's so all-it, but she's NOT the right one for him. There is someone so much sweeter out there who will appreciate his kind, beautiful soul!! The Jewish Mommie matchmaker in me knows this is a FACT!!! Hopefully, he'll smarten up to this soon. (Maybe with Iris's help!)
Also, I keep meaning to mention this, but I have a friend who has only ever had Irish Wolfhounds, so I am very familiar with the breed. What a great choice; what was your inspiration for that?
xoxoxo
Comment Written 16-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 17-Jul-2023
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Saw a small guy walking two. One was behaved and the other was yanking the poor guys arm out of socket. A puppy for sure. Lol. Thanks. I'm so glad you're into this. Gretchen
Comment from pome lover
I missed this one until just now. It doesn't sound like wifey is into reconciliation. Once again, you made your characters so realistic - the little boy getting fussy and yelling and running off, and also falling asleep on dad's shoulder. It is a sad situation, but at least she lets him see his son. some ex-wives don't. Of course, sometimes there's a good reason.
another enjoyable chapter.
Katharine
reply by the author on 26-Jun-2023
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I missed this one until just now. It doesn't sound like wifey is into reconciliation. Once again, you made your characters so realistic - the little boy getting fussy and yelling and running off, and also falling asleep on dad's shoulder. It is a sad situation, but at least she lets him see his son. some ex-wives don't. Of course, sometimes there's a good reason.
another enjoyable chapter.
Katharine
Comment Written 26-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 26-Jun-2023
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Thanks so much, Katharine. I'm glad you found the chapter to be realistic for the most part. Gretchen
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I didn't say any of it wasn't.
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Lol. Then I'm glad you found it all realistic. Just happy you're enjoying this story. Gretchen
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Comment from royowen
I think it's terribly tragic when a parent is separated from their child, I experienced once in my life, and it was excruciatingly painful, but things returned quickly to equilibrium. I identified with this most profoundly, well done, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 22-Jun-2023
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I think it's terribly tragic when a parent is separated from their child, I experienced once in my life, and it was excruciatingly painful, but things returned quickly to equilibrium. I identified with this most profoundly, well done, blessings Roy
Comment Written 22-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 22-Jun-2023
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Thanks, Roy. I'm sorry you went through that but it sounds like it worked out for you in the long run. I appreciate you telling me that it resonated with you. Gretchen
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It's all part of life
Comment from barbara.wilkey
I'm glad Jameson got to see his son. I'm pretty sure in every situation the children suffer the most in any failed marriage. I can't think of a time they're not effected. I am enjoying this story.
I bite my tongue before answering. "I'm never too busy for Finny." (comma after 'answering')
reply by the author on 22-Jun-2023
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I'm glad Jameson got to see his son. I'm pretty sure in every situation the children suffer the most in any failed marriage. I can't think of a time they're not effected. I am enjoying this story.
I bite my tongue before answering. "I'm never too busy for Finny." (comma after 'answering')
Comment Written 22-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 22-Jun-2023
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Thanks, Barbara. I appreciate your kind review and for the spag catch. Gretchen
Comment from damommy
I'd say he married the wrong sister. The only solution I see is if he can work out some shared custody arrangement with Claire. Your details are so vivid, it's like being there.
reply by the author on 22-Jun-2023
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I'd say he married the wrong sister. The only solution I see is if he can work out some shared custody arrangement with Claire. Your details are so vivid, it's like being there.
Comment Written 22-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 22-Jun-2023
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Thanks so much. I think Iris might have something to say about this as well. Gretchen
Comment from Ric Myworld
Jameson is stuck between a rock and a hard place, as the old saying goes. Trying to figure things out from every angle as those around him stay standoffish. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 22-Jun-2023
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Jameson is stuck between a rock and a hard place, as the old saying goes. Trying to figure things out from every angle as those around him stay standoffish. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 22-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 22-Jun-2023
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Thanks so much. He is kind of a Pollyanna. Nothing can go wrong if you wish hard enough. Gretchen
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
This is superb writing again, Gretchen. You add the details that make the story so believable. The way Jameson has to bite his tongue, be careful what he says in case he ruins any chance to see Finny. His wife is not the one for him, if it wasn't for his son, I'd say forget her. Then we have to trip to see the sharks. Lol, that so reminded me of when I took my granddaughter out to buy her a swing. Everyone she saw, she wanted. If we decided it wasn't right for her young again, she did what Finny did. Threw one hell of a tantrum! I remind her of that and other things now that she's nearly 23. She laughs. Such memories. She is also the most loving of all our grandchildren. I really enjoyed this chapter, my friend, well done! :)) Sandra xx
reply by the author on 22-Jun-2023
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This is superb writing again, Gretchen. You add the details that make the story so believable. The way Jameson has to bite his tongue, be careful what he says in case he ruins any chance to see Finny. His wife is not the one for him, if it wasn't for his son, I'd say forget her. Then we have to trip to see the sharks. Lol, that so reminded me of when I took my granddaughter out to buy her a swing. Everyone she saw, she wanted. If we decided it wasn't right for her young again, she did what Finny did. Threw one hell of a tantrum! I remind her of that and other things now that she's nearly 23. She laughs. Such memories. She is also the most loving of all our grandchildren. I really enjoyed this chapter, my friend, well done! :)) Sandra xx
Comment Written 22-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 22-Jun-2023
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I have dealt with a few tantrums with my own children and grandchildren as well. Lol. Hell while it's happening, funny later down the road. I'm glad you liked this one. And thank you for the bonus star. I very much appreciate it. Gretchen
Comment from JSD
Oh you have such an ability to convey the pain and the joy of the relationships we make in our lives. Obviously my own situation, estranged from wife and child, makes this more personally poignant but this is still another excellent piece.
reply by the author on 22-Jun-2023
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Oh you have such an ability to convey the pain and the joy of the relationships we make in our lives. Obviously my own situation, estranged from wife and child, makes this more personally poignant but this is still another excellent piece.
Comment Written 22-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 22-Jun-2023
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My son has four kids and is in the same boat. I'm sorry to hear this. It's tough, especially when you miss your family. Thank you for this wonderful and personal feedback. Gretchen
Comment from Katherine M. (k-11)
This is very nicely done. The tension between Claire and Jameson comes through clearly, as does the frustration of both Amanda and Jameson with the current situation. I wonder how long Claire can hold out against them for her own way. kay
reply by the author on 22-Jun-2023
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This is very nicely done. The tension between Claire and Jameson comes through clearly, as does the frustration of both Amanda and Jameson with the current situation. I wonder how long Claire can hold out against them for her own way. kay
Comment Written 22-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 22-Jun-2023
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Thank you. I'm not sure how long she will get her way. Or if she honestly wants her way. She's tough to read, even for me, the author. Lol. Gretchen