Remembering Yesterday
Viewing comments for Chapter 4 "Early Courtship and Graduation"A widow's journey into her relationship with her
11 total reviews
Comment from alexisleech
I am so glad Sandra suggested I read this. You have a lovely, relaxed way of writing that draws the reader in without distraction. It was so different back then, wasn't it? The fact that you had little experience with boys was respected (and expected!) so the word 'sex' didn't enter into the equation. I can't wait to read on.
Alexis xxx
reply by the author on 19-Dec-2020
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I am so glad Sandra suggested I read this. You have a lovely, relaxed way of writing that draws the reader in without distraction. It was so different back then, wasn't it? The fact that you had little experience with boys was respected (and expected!) so the word 'sex' didn't enter into the equation. I can't wait to read on.
Alexis xxx
Comment Written 19-Dec-2020
reply by the author on 19-Dec-2020
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Again, I feel so honored that Sandra suggested my book to you and I'm pleased that you are enjoying so far. I really honored to have you give me so many six-star reviews.
Beth
Comment from Rosemary Everson1
I noticed you mentioned about the Baptist Church not approving dancing. Did you ever watch 'Footloose'? It is about a movie where the Baptist Church didn't approve dancing, too. Quite a musical movie. Like your story.
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2020
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I noticed you mentioned about the Baptist Church not approving dancing. Did you ever watch 'Footloose'? It is about a movie where the Baptist Church didn't approve dancing, too. Quite a musical movie. Like your story.
Comment Written 29-Jun-2020
reply by the author on 29-Jun-2020
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I don't think I saw that movie. I would like too. I'm so glad you like my story.
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
Goodness me, how times have changed. You have brought so many memories back to me that I'd forgotten. I can't see our children allowing us to take control of their lives today! lol. I think the roles have been reversed so we still are under the thumb, so to speak! Well done, this was an excellent chapter. :)) Sandra xx
reply by the author on 09-Feb-2020
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Goodness me, how times have changed. You have brought so many memories back to me that I'd forgotten. I can't see our children allowing us to take control of their lives today! lol. I think the roles have been reversed so we still are under the thumb, so to speak! Well done, this was an excellent chapter. :)) Sandra xx
Comment Written 09-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 09-Feb-2020
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Thank you Sandra. I really appreciate your review and comments. I think you are right about the role reversal. How did we let that happen?
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I don't know, but I think we're stuck with it! :((
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LOL
Comment from Sankey
I am still very much enjoying reading your story. I love biographies. Keep it coming. There is only one little tiny area that needs fixing this time around. I wore a[n] blue evening dress,
reply by the author on 09-Feb-2020
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I am still very much enjoying reading your story. I love biographies. Keep it coming. There is only one little tiny area that needs fixing this time around. I wore a[n] blue evening dress,
Comment Written 08-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 09-Feb-2020
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I'm so glad you are reading this. I really appreciate the review. I fixed the spag. Thanks for pointing it out.
Comment from barbara.wilkey
I was in limbo, waiting to be told by them what my future would hold. (That's what us older ladies did. I know my parents made my decision for me. It was mandatory for me to go to college and Dad even chose my major. Oh my!!!)
I enjoyed reading your post.
reply by the author on 08-Feb-2020
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I was in limbo, waiting to be told by them what my future would hold. (That's what us older ladies did. I know my parents made my decision for me. It was mandatory for me to go to college and Dad even chose my major. Oh my!!!)
I enjoyed reading your post.
Comment Written 08-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 08-Feb-2020
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I knew I couldn't be the only one. My children couldn't believe my family made all the decisions for me. Times have changed. Thank for the comment and stars.
Beth
Comment from Spitfire
Interesting that this works in spite of the lack of dialogue. Again, this sparks memories of my own courtship in my senior year of college. Frank was four and a half years older than I, and a Catholic to boot. a church I refused to join. However, as an Episcopalian, that was close enough. Great story about the scream.
reply by the author on 08-Feb-2020
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Interesting that this works in spite of the lack of dialogue. Again, this sparks memories of my own courtship in my senior year of college. Frank was four and a half years older than I, and a Catholic to boot. a church I refused to join. However, as an Episcopalian, that was close enough. Great story about the scream.
Comment Written 08-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 08-Feb-2020
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Since I telling the story, it seems awkward to try to work in a lot of dialogue. I 'm glad you don't think it ruins it not to have more. I really appreciate the review and the comments. I doubt if many young people can relate to the way we were back then.
Comment from Sasha
As the other chapters, this is beautifully written and filled with marvelous and descriptive detail. I love how you are presenting this and despite being blind, I did not find anything that required changing. I look forward to the next chapter.
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2020
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As the other chapters, this is beautifully written and filled with marvelous and descriptive detail. I love how you are presenting this and despite being blind, I did not find anything that required changing. I look forward to the next chapter.
Comment Written 07-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2020
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Thank you so much Sasha. As soon as I figure out how to change that type without loosing everything in the process, I'll try to make it larger and darker. Then maybe I could see what I'm writing.
Comment from nancy_e_davis
I was raised a Baptist as well. I was voted in as Prom attendant for our huge senior class. There were ten girls chosen. Some of the Deacons at the church tried to take my name off the books because I went to prom. My best friend as well. They didn't succeed because our fathers convinced them it was an honor to be selected out of such a large class. No I wasn't voted Queen but I was an attendant. This is interesting. Was your Husband Catholic? Well done. Nancy:)
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2020
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I was raised a Baptist as well. I was voted in as Prom attendant for our huge senior class. There were ten girls chosen. Some of the Deacons at the church tried to take my name off the books because I went to prom. My best friend as well. They didn't succeed because our fathers convinced them it was an honor to be selected out of such a large class. No I wasn't voted Queen but I was an attendant. This is interesting. Was your Husband Catholic? Well done. Nancy:)
Comment Written 07-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2020
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Thank you so much for the review and comments. No, my husband was Baptist and I always attended a Baptist Sunday School and went to a Baptist college. My mother was Adventist and wanted me to be also, so we did have a bit of a difference in our views.
Comment from Bill Pinder
Good job sharing your distant memories about your early days with your husband, including dating while in high school and discussing the possibility of getting married. That was humorous when he asked you about how often you screamed. Bill
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2020
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Good job sharing your distant memories about your early days with your husband, including dating while in high school and discussing the possibility of getting married. That was humorous when he asked you about how often you screamed. Bill
Comment Written 07-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2020
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Thank you so much for the review and comments. That scream might have come close to being a deal breaker. LOL
Comment from gingermo
Relating your memories to your husband works very well and a great way to write your memoirs. I must admit I'd never thought of doing this myself and I might try it in the future. I found the writing natural and easy to read and the courtship endearing. The question of religion in relationships can be a difficult one and I'm interested how you worked it out eventually. I was amused at your beau being worried about the scream. I really enjoyed reading this chapter 'Early Courtship and Graduation,' and hope to read more or your writing in the future.
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reply by the author on 07-Feb-2020
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Relating your memories to your husband works very well and a great way to write your memoirs. I must admit I'd never thought of doing this myself and I might try it in the future. I found the writing natural and easy to read and the courtship endearing. The question of religion in relationships can be a difficult one and I'm interested how you worked it out eventually. I was amused at your beau being worried about the scream. I really enjoyed reading this chapter 'Early Courtship and Graduation,' and hope to read more or your writing in the future.
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Comment Written 07-Feb-2020
reply by the author on 07-Feb-2020
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Thank you so much for the review and nice comments. I'm enjoying remembering. I always said if I could go back and relive it all I would. This is the only way I can come close to doing that.
