Comment from Karen Cherry Threadgill

Excellent

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Karen

 Comment Written 17-Aug-2023

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reply by the author on 17-Aug-2023

Thank you. You have mastered the concise review. Lol. Gretchen

reply by Karen Cherry Threadgill on 17-Aug-2023

well, they make us use 150 words, so I compromise when reviewing serials.
Karen

Comment from Rachelle Allen

Excellent

Ah, the joys of bottom-lining one's life and finding the beauty of that perspective. He's come a long, long way, our protagonist. And Iris has, too. She reminds me a lot of my friend Gretchen Hargis, actually, and that's a wonderful thing, indeed. xo

 Comment Written 15-Aug-2023

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reply by the author on 16-Aug-2023

Thanks so much, Rachelle. You always know just what to say. It's like you're a writer or something. Iris is based on my mom. She had Pulmonary fibrosis which is where you slowly lose your lung capacity. So you slowly drown. Not a pretty death. But I changed the ailment so I could let go of her (Iris). Still not easy but ...
Gretchen

Comment from Ric Myworld

Good

We should all be happy for the little things and those who make us smile, so few as there are. LOL. And I'm like Iris, I hope I can go out laughing rather than crying. Thanks for sharing.

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 Comment Written 14-Aug-2023

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reply by the author on 14-Aug-2023

Thank you. I think going out laughing would be awesome. Gretchen

Comment from JSD

Excellent

Another sweet instalment. Thank you for continuing with this. The emotional gains they are making with each other and from each other are so touching.

 Comment Written 14-Aug-2023

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reply by the author on 14-Aug-2023

Thanks so much. They are quite fond of each other. Gretchen

Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose

Exceptional

Gretchen, you made me cry. It's a heartbreaking chapter. I'm sad for Iris. I wouldn't be taking it so well. One of my worse fears is not being able to catch my breath. I have had horrible anxiety attacks, taking more medication than I'm supposed to (by accident), and very low blood pressure.

I'm happy Jameson spent time with Fin.

I'm thankful that Jameson and Iris found each other.

Well done! I love the story. :)

 Comment Written 13-Aug-2023

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reply by the author on 13-Aug-2023

They have definitely helped each other. Thank you so much for this. Gretchen

Comment from nancy_e_davis

Exceptional

Jameson and Iris meet to talk about life and seem to fill a need for each other. He becomes her good friend. She gives him advice on how to handle his fear of losing his son. Now Jameson sees what is important in life. I love your story. Nancy:)

 Comment Written 13-Aug-2023

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reply by the author on 13-Aug-2023

Awe, thank you so much, Nancy. This is so nice to hear. Gretchen

Comment from BethShelby

Excellent

I saw your name among the top novelist and decided to check you you work. I like it although the story is new to me you little introduction at the beginning told me what I need to know. I'll try to read more of it.
Beth

 Comment Written 13-Aug-2023

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reply by the author on 13-Aug-2023

Thank you. I'm glad you enjoyed what you read. Gretchen

Comment from Sanku

Excellent

Sometime some people we meet unexpectedly will give us a sense of direction we badly needs .It is the same for Jameson. If Claire is seeing someone else why is shr torturing him?

 Comment Written 13-Aug-2023

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reply by the author on 13-Aug-2023

Thanks so much. Claire is a bit of a diva. She likes attention. Jameson is content in the shadows. Gretchen

Comment from pome lover

Exceptional

lovely, lovely. A 6 chapter.
I do love those two.
Laughed out loud at Iris saying when she answered Gertrude's phone calls, "I'm not dead yet." Too funny.
question: Is this a book you're publishing?
Katharine

 Comment Written 12-Aug-2023

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reply by the author on 13-Aug-2023

I may end up publishing. It's more like a novella than a full blown novel but we'll see. Thanks so much for this great review. Gretchen

Comment from Carol Hillebrenner

Excellent

This is a great chapter. Iris knows how she wants to go out, laughing. And Jamison knows how he wants to live, as the best father he can be and a good friend to Iris.

 Comment Written 12-Aug-2023

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reply by the author on 13-Aug-2023

Thanks, Carol. They both have goals. Lol. One to die on her terms and one to live on his. Gretchen