Coffee With Iris
Viewing comments for Chapter 17 "Pick a Name"Two opposites meet and connect.
20 total reviews
Comment from Karen Cherry Threadgill
I admit it. I am jealous of their relationship. I gotta keep reading.*******************
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Karen
reply by the author on 18-Aug-2023
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I admit it. I am jealous of their relationship. I gotta keep reading.*******************
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Karen
Comment Written 17-Aug-2023
reply by the author on 18-Aug-2023
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I'm jealous of it too. To have someone who listens and respects you ... awesome. Thanks. Gretchen
Comment from Rachelle Allen
These two are so very good for each other. I hope they will be able to keep sharing and growing their relationship. It's based on mutual respect and help, and the knowledge that the metaphoric clock is ticking so fast makes them accelerate a little faster, too. And I like the lesson in that: What in the hell are you waiting for? Jump in, both feet, and don't hold back. These two KNOW the end is coming fast...but that doesn't mean that in ANYONE's life that isn't the case. At the risk of sounding morose and fatalistic, freak accidents happen every day. Say what you want while you still can.
So, with that in mind....Gretchen Hargis, you are a SUPREMELY capable, SOOOO very talented writer whose work brings me great joy. You have never once disappointed me because you bring out your characters' finest traits, hold firm to them, and make them grow into even BETTER characters who I root for as loudly as possible. I am so PROUD to say I am friends with a writer of your caliber.
xoxoxoxox
reply by the author on 17-Jul-2023
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These two are so very good for each other. I hope they will be able to keep sharing and growing their relationship. It's based on mutual respect and help, and the knowledge that the metaphoric clock is ticking so fast makes them accelerate a little faster, too. And I like the lesson in that: What in the hell are you waiting for? Jump in, both feet, and don't hold back. These two KNOW the end is coming fast...but that doesn't mean that in ANYONE's life that isn't the case. At the risk of sounding morose and fatalistic, freak accidents happen every day. Say what you want while you still can.
So, with that in mind....Gretchen Hargis, you are a SUPREMELY capable, SOOOO very talented writer whose work brings me great joy. You have never once disappointed me because you bring out your characters' finest traits, hold firm to them, and make them grow into even BETTER characters who I root for as loudly as possible. I am so PROUD to say I am friends with a writer of your caliber.
xoxoxoxox
Comment Written 16-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 17-Jul-2023
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Awe. You say the sweetest things. Lol. You see, I hold your critiques very high. Because you can spot flat, benign writing I value your reviews. You are an excellent writer and instead of just pointing things out, you offer solutions. Love that. So thank you. Gretchen
Comment from JSD
Another excellent instalment to the Iris and Jameson saga. Well done and thank you for this development. How they need each other!
John
"Poetry is the space between words"
reply by the author on 17-Jul-2023
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Another excellent instalment to the Iris and Jameson saga. Well done and thank you for this development. How they need each other!
John
"Poetry is the space between words"
Comment Written 16-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 17-Jul-2023
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Thanks do much, John. I'm glad you like this. Gretchen
Comment from Carol Hillebrenner
It's a tough day for Jamison, but he seems to have accepted the inevitable. Some breaks can't be fixed, especially if one of them doesn't want any part of the marriage.
reply by the author on 17-Jul-2023
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It's a tough day for Jamison, but he seems to have accepted the inevitable. Some breaks can't be fixed, especially if one of them doesn't want any part of the marriage.
Comment Written 16-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 17-Jul-2023
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You got that right. No fixing when both aren't interested. Thank you for this. Grrtchen
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
Poor Jameson, I feel so bad for him. He is such a good man. I'm glad Iris is there for him. I hope he gets custody.
Your chapter is engaging and easy to follow, the kind that readers want more and can't put down. I'm curious to find out what happens next! Well done.
Gypsy
"Poetry heals the wounds inflicted by reason" -- Novalis
reply by the author on 17-Jul-2023
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Poor Jameson, I feel so bad for him. He is such a good man. I'm glad Iris is there for him. I hope he gets custody.
Your chapter is engaging and easy to follow, the kind that readers want more and can't put down. I'm curious to find out what happens next! Well done.
Gypsy
"Poetry heals the wounds inflicted by reason" -- Novalis
Comment Written 16-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 17-Jul-2023
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Thanks so much, Gypsy. I really appreciate this. Gretchen
Comment from Jay Squires
I like Jameson's exchange with the lawyer. She asked some questions that helped clarify matters with the reader; as to whether, for example, Claire might have had an affair. Unless I forgot (which is an everpresent possibility), previous chapters hadn't mentioned that possibility as looming in Jameson's mind.
I would probably just gone home and sunk into a pit of depression. [This sentence needs a "have" in it.]
reply by the author on 17-Jul-2023
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I like Jameson's exchange with the lawyer. She asked some questions that helped clarify matters with the reader; as to whether, for example, Claire might have had an affair. Unless I forgot (which is an everpresent possibility), previous chapters hadn't mentioned that possibility as looming in Jameson's mind.
I would probably just gone home and sunk into a pit of depression. [This sentence needs a "have" in it.]
Comment Written 16-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 17-Jul-2023
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I don't think Jameson ever did think about the possibility of Claire stepping out on him. Slowly, he's seeing her for a human being and less of a goddess. Thanks for this. Gretchen
Comment from barbara.wilkey
I know Iris will help Jameson through this. I'm glad he's moving forward. I like this story, a lot.
She puts the pen down and looks over at me. (adverb close to the verb, 'puts down the pen')
reply by the author on 17-Jul-2023
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I know Iris will help Jameson through this. I'm glad he's moving forward. I like this story, a lot.
She puts the pen down and looks over at me. (adverb close to the verb, 'puts down the pen')
Comment Written 16-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 17-Jul-2023
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Thanks for spotting the spag. I'm glad you are enjoying this. Gretchen
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
I can't say which story of yours I like the best, Gretchen they are both brilliant. You're a talented writer, that's for sure. I've just started reading Shine Baby. What a fabulous beginning! A stroke at twenty!
Anyway, back to this book. Jameson did the right thing, but I don't think the divorce will be as smooth as his lawyer seems to think it will. Claire seems to me to be a woman who has no idea what she wants until pushed. And now she's being pushed hard! At least Jameson has Iris to talk to, a third person is always good. And, of course, Iris has Jameson. He will be there for her even though they haven't known each other long, they have connected. Love this, my friend. :) Sandra xx
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023
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I can't say which story of yours I like the best, Gretchen they are both brilliant. You're a talented writer, that's for sure. I've just started reading Shine Baby. What a fabulous beginning! A stroke at twenty!
Anyway, back to this book. Jameson did the right thing, but I don't think the divorce will be as smooth as his lawyer seems to think it will. Claire seems to me to be a woman who has no idea what she wants until pushed. And now she's being pushed hard! At least Jameson has Iris to talk to, a third person is always good. And, of course, Iris has Jameson. He will be there for her even though they haven't known each other long, they have connected. Love this, my friend. :) Sandra xx
Comment Written 16-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023
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Thank you so much. I'm glad you are having a hard time choosing. They are all my babies so you won't hurt my feelings over which one you choose. Lol. Thank you for those excellent review. Gretchen
Comment from Sanku
It is sad that the word 'commitment 'does not have any relevance these days.They spend a lot of money on marriage only to divorce after few years .These days a divorce is not a news at all
Good dialogues .Hope there would be some positive responses....
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023
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It is sad that the word 'commitment 'does not have any relevance these days.They spend a lot of money on marriage only to divorce after few years .These days a divorce is not a news at all
Good dialogues .Hope there would be some positive responses....
Comment Written 16-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023
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Thanks so much. I appreciate your review and kind words. Gretchen
Comment from Sankey
Another excellent and short chapter. You keep it moving well. the lawyer sounds interesting. Wonder if she has someone? Good, she is willing to look out for the men as well. I have a friend who was charged with domestic violence against his wife but she really was the cause of it, pretty sure. They divorced and both re-married.
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023
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Another excellent and short chapter. You keep it moving well. the lawyer sounds interesting. Wonder if she has someone? Good, she is willing to look out for the men as well. I have a friend who was charged with domestic violence against his wife but she really was the cause of it, pretty sure. They divorced and both re-married.
Comment Written 16-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023
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Thanks for this awesome review and the stellar rating. Gretchen