Faster Horses, Younger Women
Tom T. Hall almost wrote my life38 total reviews
Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
Terry this is a wonderfully funny story from beginning to end! Your writing is as fluent as the song in the video and the reader gets hopelessly and hilariously carried along in this fast-track mission to inevitable disaster! Love the Sue-Ellen reference to Dallas and the whole silly escapade! This has definitely brightened up my Sunday! Well done! Debbie
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023
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Terry this is a wonderfully funny story from beginning to end! Your writing is as fluent as the song in the video and the reader gets hopelessly and hilariously carried along in this fast-track mission to inevitable disaster! Love the Sue-Ellen reference to Dallas and the whole silly escapade! This has definitely brightened up my Sunday! Well done! Debbie
Comment Written 16-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023
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Debbie, I am so pleased you enjoyed this story, and thank you for the six-star review. As a writer, you know that sometimes the story just tells itself, and that was the case with this one. Terry.
Comment from Carol Clark2
This is a good story. I enjoyed reading it. One suggestion: You might identify who said, "'Cowboy, we need to go to Louisiana Downs...." I enjoyed the references to "Dallas." Good final sentence! We always need to remember the taxes. Blessings. Carol
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023
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This is a good story. I enjoyed reading it. One suggestion: You might identify who said, "'Cowboy, we need to go to Louisiana Downs...." I enjoyed the references to "Dallas." Good final sentence! We always need to remember the taxes. Blessings. Carol
Comment Written 16-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023
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Carol, thank you for reading, and I am glad you enjoyed it. I didn't identify Sue Ellen's line because there were only two people in the story, and she said, "Cowboy", but thanks for looking and keeping me straight. Terry
Comment from royowen
Before God got hold of me, I was quite definitely the cowboy, I don't know how much money I lost on the GGs, I was also an alcoholic, so the fast life was my bag. I like following horses that liked following other horses. So I went from cowboy to poet. Beautifully written Terry, good to see you writing, well done, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023
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Before God got hold of me, I was quite definitely the cowboy, I don't know how much money I lost on the GGs, I was also an alcoholic, so the fast life was my bag. I like following horses that liked following other horses. So I went from cowboy to poet. Beautifully written Terry, good to see you writing, well done, blessings Roy
Comment Written 16-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023
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LOL, well Roy, I guess the only thing to say is "Praise the Lord." Thank you for reading. Terry.
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Yee hah
Comment from karenina
Well, Terry, there ya go...
I'm so used to coming on over and reading your non-fiction posts this was a change-up proving you write as well in fiction as you do from your own life experience!
I couldn't find an error, though I was so busy chuckling I didn't exactly pull out my handy dandy editorial magnifying glass. (LOL)
What I can say is your paragraphs flowed naturally from one into the next, and your references to Dallas's Sue Ellen, Covid, etc made this current and easy to relate to.
I'd shoot myself if I ever drank a $100 shot of ANYTHING! But that's all part of the fun of the "excess" here!
Your final line was perfect. Isn't it just like Uncle Sam to have his hand out ready to spoil the party?
Karenina
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023
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Well, Terry, there ya go...
I'm so used to coming on over and reading your non-fiction posts this was a change-up proving you write as well in fiction as you do from your own life experience!
I couldn't find an error, though I was so busy chuckling I didn't exactly pull out my handy dandy editorial magnifying glass. (LOL)
What I can say is your paragraphs flowed naturally from one into the next, and your references to Dallas's Sue Ellen, Covid, etc made this current and easy to relate to.
I'd shoot myself if I ever drank a $100 shot of ANYTHING! But that's all part of the fun of the "excess" here!
Your final line was perfect. Isn't it just like Uncle Sam to have his hand out ready to spoil the party?
Karenina
Comment Written 16-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023
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LOL, Karenina, I am delighted you enjoyed the story and I do thank you for the six stars! Terry.
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
I enjoyed your fun post, Terry. You did a great job with
amazing details to show how the Poet took to heart
what the Cowboy told him. Your story flowed smoothly
from event to event. The Poet was really laying it on
thick and spending big bucks. I liked the reference to
the Dallas tv show. Yes, the Poet had a wild time. However
in the end, I believe he enjoyed his modest trailer home and
pickup. The video was a great addition.
Thanks for sharing, Jan
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023
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I enjoyed your fun post, Terry. You did a great job with
amazing details to show how the Poet took to heart
what the Cowboy told him. Your story flowed smoothly
from event to event. The Poet was really laying it on
thick and spending big bucks. I liked the reference to
the Dallas tv show. Yes, the Poet had a wild time. However
in the end, I believe he enjoyed his modest trailer home and
pickup. The video was a great addition.
Thanks for sharing, Jan
Comment Written 16-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023
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Jan thank you for reading and thanks to you I now know how to add the videos. Terry.
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Comment from Katherine M. (k-11)
A great story of apparent success. But, taxes, taxes. I feel we are taxed to death, and the damned taxes hound us even after our demise. I have just cashed in my retirement annuity, and had it all spent in my head... until the bank took 1500 in fees, and yes like you I have been told to save 30% for taxes!!! kay
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023
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A great story of apparent success. But, taxes, taxes. I feel we are taxed to death, and the damned taxes hound us even after our demise. I have just cashed in my retirement annuity, and had it all spent in my head... until the bank took 1500 in fees, and yes like you I have been told to save 30% for taxes!!! kay
Comment Written 16-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023
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Kay, I feel your pain! Thank you for reading my story. Terry.
Comment from nomi338
This is by far the most entertaining story I have had the distinct pleasure of reading this week, hell this month. The lesson for me is two fold. Take your time with spending new found money, make certain you put aside IRS's cut, wisely invest a portion for steady payoff. What is the goal? To make more money than you are likely to spend. If you ever get there, then you will know that you are finally rich.
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023
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This is by far the most entertaining story I have had the distinct pleasure of reading this week, hell this month. The lesson for me is two fold. Take your time with spending new found money, make certain you put aside IRS's cut, wisely invest a portion for steady payoff. What is the goal? To make more money than you are likely to spend. If you ever get there, then you will know that you are finally rich.
Comment Written 16-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023
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LOL, I am absolutely delighted you enjoyed my story. Thank you for the wonderful review and the six stars!. At this in both our lives we would both know better! Terry.
Comment from nancy_e_davis
A fool and his money are soon parted. He was the biggest fool I ever heard of. What makes a guy like him tick? All I can do is shake my head. What a fool. LOL Good job on the story. There are such guys around. More's the pity. Well done, Terry. Nancy:)
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023
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A fool and his money are soon parted. He was the biggest fool I ever heard of. What makes a guy like him tick? All I can do is shake my head. What a fool. LOL Good job on the story. There are such guys around. More's the pity. Well done, Terry. Nancy:)
Comment Written 16-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023
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Nancy, there are indeed a few like the Cowboy! Thank you for reading my story. Terry.
Comment from Debi Pick Marquette
Hahahahahahahaha!!! Ok, I love Tom T Hall, but if you would have just asked me from the start, this poet could have given you just as much BS as the cowboy.
I loved this. Every part of it was so original and so not you. It was so much fun to see you do this awesome fiction piece. Not sure I would ever trust a woman who's favorite character was Sue Ellen, especially when Pam, Bobby's wife was such a sweetheart. I guess it is all in how you want the image to be. Just like the difference between the poet and the cowboy's perspective. This was charming, fun and loved that it was a little out of character for you too. Of course one thing that I don't think is out of character and that is your love for the cowboy. The whole old fashion cowboy scene. I watched Stage Coach again the other night, and unfortunately it was the one with Bing, Anne and Red. It isn't bad but I agree just not as good as the one that is on tonight. That is the one you love and I will have to check if the one I love the most is on soon. Anyway, I love that you have always loved the old cowboy and what they stand for. Just remember that you can get just as relaxed off of the $20. whiskey as the expensive stuff. Lol, Glen drinks the cheaper brandy just so I can shop online as much as I want. Lol...
Your story was perfect, but your ending was perfection. You do fiction better than most can do reality. Thank you for this awesome masterpiece. Keep on doing the cowboy themes as this was great!! Hahahaha!!
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023
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Hahahahahahahaha!!! Ok, I love Tom T Hall, but if you would have just asked me from the start, this poet could have given you just as much BS as the cowboy.
I loved this. Every part of it was so original and so not you. It was so much fun to see you do this awesome fiction piece. Not sure I would ever trust a woman who's favorite character was Sue Ellen, especially when Pam, Bobby's wife was such a sweetheart. I guess it is all in how you want the image to be. Just like the difference between the poet and the cowboy's perspective. This was charming, fun and loved that it was a little out of character for you too. Of course one thing that I don't think is out of character and that is your love for the cowboy. The whole old fashion cowboy scene. I watched Stage Coach again the other night, and unfortunately it was the one with Bing, Anne and Red. It isn't bad but I agree just not as good as the one that is on tonight. That is the one you love and I will have to check if the one I love the most is on soon. Anyway, I love that you have always loved the old cowboy and what they stand for. Just remember that you can get just as relaxed off of the $20. whiskey as the expensive stuff. Lol, Glen drinks the cheaper brandy just so I can shop online as much as I want. Lol...
Your story was perfect, but your ending was perfection. You do fiction better than most can do reality. Thank you for this awesome masterpiece. Keep on doing the cowboy themes as this was great!! Hahahaha!!
Comment Written 16-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023
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LOL, what a wonderful and fun review from such a good writer too. Thank you for the six stars! I did have some fun with it. I did what Humpwhistle said to do in fiction. Create the setting and then let the character tell the story. Thanks, Debi. Terry.
Comment from barbara.wilkey
I really enjoyed reading this and enjoyed the video. Thank you for sharing this with us.
I didn't exactly find Sue Ellen. She heard me order a Johnny Walker Blue as I sat down beside her at the long bar (I sat beside her, you can omit 'down', it's understood)
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023
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I really enjoyed reading this and enjoyed the video. Thank you for sharing this with us.
I didn't exactly find Sue Ellen. She heard me order a Johnny Walker Blue as I sat down beside her at the long bar (I sat beside her, you can omit 'down', it's understood)
Comment Written 16-Jul-2023
reply by the author on 16-Jul-2023
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Barbara, thank you for reading, and your suggestion. Terry.