When Blood Collides
Viewing comments for Chapter 77 "A Skeleton Still in the Closet "A family's love is tested.
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Comment from Sasha
You are really doing a terrific job with this. I find you analytical skills superb and your understanding exceptional. I am pleased you were able to help your sister understand your mother's behavior better. You certainly lifted some heavy weight off her shoulders.
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2016
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You are really doing a terrific job with this. I find you analytical skills superb and your understanding exceptional. I am pleased you were able to help your sister understand your mother's behavior better. You certainly lifted some heavy weight off her shoulders.
Comment Written 07-Feb-2016
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2016
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Thanks, Sasha. I'm so happy she came around in the end.
Comment from w.j.debi
The connection may have taken decades, but it seems that your sister did each out at the last. What was truly important overrode what had seemed so important. It is good you got to know each other again.
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2016
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The connection may have taken decades, but it seems that your sister did each out at the last. What was truly important overrode what had seemed so important. It is good you got to know each other again.
Comment Written 06-Feb-2016
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2016
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Yes, we both had closure which may be one reason I didn't grieve as others might for the lost of a sibling. Then too, we were estranged for so many years.
Comment from mermaids
I am glad you and your sister are making amends and are getting along. It is scary about your Aunt Jeanne and not knowing what really happened, but most families have a mystery in them.
reply by the author on 31-Jan-2016
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I am glad you and your sister are making amends and are getting along. It is scary about your Aunt Jeanne and not knowing what really happened, but most families have a mystery in them.
Comment Written 31-Jan-2016
reply by the author on 31-Jan-2016
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Yes, sometimes secrets are meant to stay hidden for a reason.
Comment from sibhus
It was nice to see that you and your sister were able to get closer toward the end, and what a really fascinating story about your aunt. It's like something out one of those cold case files. Even if you were to find out the truth, it would never live up to the glamor that your imagination has already created about it. Good chapter there, Spitfire.
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2016
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It was nice to see that you and your sister were able to get closer toward the end, and what a really fascinating story about your aunt. It's like something out one of those cold case files. Even if you were to find out the truth, it would never live up to the glamor that your imagination has already created about it. Good chapter there, Spitfire.
Comment Written 28-Jan-2016
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2016
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Sounds like a plot or subplot for a novel. If only I could think of a twist! Thanks, husky. Your faithful reviews means a lot.
Comment from Donya Quijote
You thought cancer ran in your family because your thought your aunt died of it... How did that affect your care and treatment? Being adopted I don't have a medical history. My health as it is is my medical history. Not having any idea about medical history hasn't really bothered me because I am rarely ill, but I do understand that it can be very important. When I tell a doctor I have no idea they are shocked. Maybe adoptees are given a tiny bit of medical history now but I really don't know.
Interesting speculation about your aunt's suicide. Very plausible. No way of knowing for sure. Suicide comes with it own complications even it there is a so-called suicide note that is shared with family members.
I like story within a story episode. Different.
Nice to see that you and Barb are keeping the relationship in the positive. Good...
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2016
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You thought cancer ran in your family because your thought your aunt died of it... How did that affect your care and treatment? Being adopted I don't have a medical history. My health as it is is my medical history. Not having any idea about medical history hasn't really bothered me because I am rarely ill, but I do understand that it can be very important. When I tell a doctor I have no idea they are shocked. Maybe adoptees are given a tiny bit of medical history now but I really don't know.
Interesting speculation about your aunt's suicide. Very plausible. No way of knowing for sure. Suicide comes with it own complications even it there is a so-called suicide note that is shared with family members.
I like story within a story episode. Different.
Nice to see that you and Barb are keeping the relationship in the positive. Good...
Comment Written 27-Jan-2016
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2016
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Yes, it was a relief to find no one in my family line had cancer. Barbara was the first. Ironic, huh. She wanted to be first in something!
I would think that when a child is up for adoption, the parents have to supply a medical history and if it's serious, the agency would pass the information on the new family.
Lucky you to have good health. For the most part I do too.
Comment from alexisleech
So many things you'll never know the answer to, but maybe it's best that way. I've tried to imagine how I would react if I was told I only had a short time to live, and I would like to think I could have the dignity and bravery your sister had. If only our parents knew how much they influenced our lives years after they passed. Since my husband died suddenly in 2009, my drawers and cupboards are a lot tidier. I lost my mum, dad and husband in the space of five years, and they all had a lot of stuff! Hopefully 'Between The Books' will sort out any other mysteries - if I ever get round to finishing it. My latest experience has captured my muse and locked her in a cupboard for now, but hopefully she'll be back soon.
Alexis xxx
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2016
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So many things you'll never know the answer to, but maybe it's best that way. I've tried to imagine how I would react if I was told I only had a short time to live, and I would like to think I could have the dignity and bravery your sister had. If only our parents knew how much they influenced our lives years after they passed. Since my husband died suddenly in 2009, my drawers and cupboards are a lot tidier. I lost my mum, dad and husband in the space of five years, and they all had a lot of stuff! Hopefully 'Between The Books' will sort out any other mysteries - if I ever get round to finishing it. My latest experience has captured my muse and locked her in a cupboard for now, but hopefully she'll be back soon.
Alexis xxx
Comment Written 27-Jan-2016
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2016
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I hope you are over the worst of your nightmare experience.
LOL about your drawers being tidier. My hubby's a rat pack. I itch to get rid of the do-dads and whatnots he hangs on to.
Tough to lose three beloveds in a row. Don't hesitate to ask for their help in your earthly affairs. They'll know how to handle any situation. Just still your mind and listen.
Thanks ever so much for the six, Alexis.
Now put fingers to keyboard and resume your story. :-)
Comment from Curly Girly
It's a mystery. Did Jeanne really commit suicide? It seems so, but maybe not. Perhaps the late husband helped ... who knows?
Barb giggled at my self-derision.
Suggest:
Barb giggled at my self-depreciation.
Nicole
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2016
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It's a mystery. Did Jeanne really commit suicide? It seems so, but maybe not. Perhaps the late husband helped ... who knows?
Barb giggled at my self-derision.
Suggest:
Barb giggled at my self-depreciation.
Nicole
Comment Written 27-Jan-2016
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2016
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Thanks for the suggestion. I knew that wasn't the word I wanted, but could think of no early.
I've no reason to believe that my Mother would lie about cause of death being suicide. Needless to say, Dad never talked much about his sister either before or after. But then I wasn't a curious child when it came to relatives. Mom and Dad were wonderful and that's all I cared about.
Comment from chasennov
Barbara admits her mistake. A chapter in the book When Blood Collides. A Skeleton Still in the Closet.' It is just amazing how things turn out within a family with feudist intentions. Your story is riveting to say the least, Shari. very well done.
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2016
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Barbara admits her mistake. A chapter in the book When Blood Collides. A Skeleton Still in the Closet.' It is just amazing how things turn out within a family with feudist intentions. Your story is riveting to say the least, Shari. very well done.
Comment Written 27-Jan-2016
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2016
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Thanks, chase. Appreciate that you're following. :-)
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You are always most welcome.
Comment from Selina Stambi
Oh, Shari, this is a heart-warming chapter. I love how the relationship is finally unfurling like a frost-bitten flower. I admire you for your role in the matter.
A wonderful read.
Love,
Sonali
certified Mediums say that ... should mediums be capitalized?
reply by the author on 26-Jan-2016
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Oh, Shari, this is a heart-warming chapter. I love how the relationship is finally unfurling like a frost-bitten flower. I admire you for your role in the matter.
A wonderful read.
Love,
Sonali
certified Mediums say that ... should mediums be capitalized?
Comment Written 26-Jan-2016
reply by the author on 26-Jan-2016
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Good question about "Mediums" I'll check it out. Love your analogy to a frost-bitten flower. Wish I could come with these wonderful similes. Thanks so much for reviewing.
Comment from abbasjoy
It's wonderful to know that just these conversations with Barbara allowed her to let go of the past hurts and resentments she felt towards your mother. It made perfect sense not to spend anymore time on unforgiveness, especially since time was at a premium where Barbara was concerned.
The truth although painful, is sometimes necessary to hear. Thankfully, your method of disclosing things to your sister was fairly gentle. You seemed to have a knack of knowing how to filter things. Must have been all those years of teaching.
You writing is naturally done and the reader feels as though you are including them in the discussion with your sister.
reply by the author on 26-Jan-2016
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It's wonderful to know that just these conversations with Barbara allowed her to let go of the past hurts and resentments she felt towards your mother. It made perfect sense not to spend anymore time on unforgiveness, especially since time was at a premium where Barbara was concerned.
The truth although painful, is sometimes necessary to hear. Thankfully, your method of disclosing things to your sister was fairly gentle. You seemed to have a knack of knowing how to filter things. Must have been all those years of teaching.
You writing is naturally done and the reader feels as though you are including them in the discussion with your sister.
Comment Written 26-Jan-2016
reply by the author on 26-Jan-2016
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sense not to spend anymore time on unforgiveness, especially since time was at a premium where Barbara was concerned.
I hadn't thought of that. You're right. Thanks for the added insight. Having gone through some therapy myself helped to learn how to handle situations.
