Reminiscing
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Comment from LJbutterfly
I agree with Eleanor. Dogs are great fun and make good companions, but require lots of time training and the expense of food and routine vet visits. This is such a cute story. Let us know if Andrew finally gives in and gets a dog.
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2024
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I agree with Eleanor. Dogs are great fun and make good companions, but require lots of time training and the expense of food and routine vet visits. This is such a cute story. Let us know if Andrew finally gives in and gets a dog.
Comment Written 31-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2024
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I sure will. Andrew grew up with dogs. LOL Thank you for the support.
Comment from Dr. Nad
Hey Barbara, this is such a very nice story that speaks of several things. When I write, and I don't do it real often to be honest, I like to know what my readers pickup from what I'm laying down. I love the interaction between father and daughter. Dad's affirming his daughter in what she observes concerning the niceness of the dog and yet he holds his ground concerning the acquisition of a dog. I love how Andrew is man enough and wise enough to not only allow Eleanor to have a conversation but willing to let her make her points in the process of constructing her argument for a dog. I also love how wise Eleanor, at her tender age, is and how she incorporated Charlotte into the negotiation. Then Barbara, Grandma comes in and takes up for the lifestyle called: "Its a dogs life".
Don't tell him, but I think Andrew was mistaken this time. I think you were helping. I think you were helping Eleanor and Charlotte. I know, that's what grandmas do. Thanks for sharing the beautiful story.
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2024
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Hey Barbara, this is such a very nice story that speaks of several things. When I write, and I don't do it real often to be honest, I like to know what my readers pickup from what I'm laying down. I love the interaction between father and daughter. Dad's affirming his daughter in what she observes concerning the niceness of the dog and yet he holds his ground concerning the acquisition of a dog. I love how Andrew is man enough and wise enough to not only allow Eleanor to have a conversation but willing to let her make her points in the process of constructing her argument for a dog. I also love how wise Eleanor, at her tender age, is and how she incorporated Charlotte into the negotiation. Then Barbara, Grandma comes in and takes up for the lifestyle called: "Its a dogs life".
Don't tell him, but I think Andrew was mistaken this time. I think you were helping. I think you were helping Eleanor and Charlotte. I know, that's what grandmas do. Thanks for sharing the beautiful story.
Comment Written 31-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2024
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As an early childhood expert, myself, I was amazed at Eleanor's reasoning skills, at such a young age. But when I think about who her parents are, I'm not really surprised. They're both very intelligent and allow both girls to think and present their opinions, as long as they're respectful.
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Great concept and you're welcome for the review Barbara.
Comment from Ric Myworld
Oh, isn't that a sweet little story, and all children need a pet, and in my opinion, a dog is the best. But I have to agree they are a responsibility and they all poop. LOL. Plus, in our busy world, so many of them are left alone much of the time, which might be considered a little selfish. LOL. Don't get mad, I'm just picking at you. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2024
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Oh, isn't that a sweet little story, and all children need a pet, and in my opinion, a dog is the best. But I have to agree they are a responsibility and they all poop. LOL. Plus, in our busy world, so many of them are left alone much of the time, which might be considered a little selfish. LOL. Don't get mad, I'm just picking at you. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 31-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2024
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Since both parents' work, the dog would be left alone a lot. They do have two cats. LOL Thank you for the understanding.
Comment from lyenochka
Who is the granddaughter who wants to be a veterinarian?
I think Eleanor could be a lawyer!
And I'm guessing she and Charolette (what an unusual spelling!) will be getting a dog soon thanks to your help!
Enjoyed your story!
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2024
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Who is the granddaughter who wants to be a veterinarian?
I think Eleanor could be a lawyer!
And I'm guessing she and Charolette (what an unusual spelling!) will be getting a dog soon thanks to your help!
Enjoyed your story!
Comment Written 31-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2024
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Arianna is my granddaughter who wants to be the veterinarian. She's 20 years old. Andrew is pretty firm against it. LOL I haven't heard a comment from Katie yet. I was amazed at Eleanor's logic for as young as she is. Thank you for the kind review. I need to go back and correct the spelling. Oh dear.
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Oh, is it supposed to be Charlotte? That's my oldest granddaughter's name.
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I've made the correction. Thank you for pointing it out.
Comment from estory
I thought it was a charming little post that illustrates a kid's view of the world. Grown ups have a different view, which comes through in the conversation of your son. Kids think of the cuddly dog, the play time. Grown ups think of cleaning up the dog poop. Somewhere in between, there is life. estory
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reply by the author on 31-Jul-2024
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I thought it was a charming little post that illustrates a kid's view of the world. Grown ups have a different view, which comes through in the conversation of your son. Kids think of the cuddly dog, the play time. Grown ups think of cleaning up the dog poop. Somewhere in between, there is life. estory
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Comment Written 31-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2024
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Thank you for the support. I appreciate it.
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
"We don't remember days I remember moments" so true.
Eleanor sounds like an adorable little girl. All kids like animals but not everyone can get one. My grandson wants a dog but we live in a townhouse... similar to an apartment. We tell him we will get one when we move to a house.
Well done!
Gypsy
"Poetry heals the wounds inflicted by reason" -- Novali
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reply by the author on 31-Jul-2024
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"We don't remember days I remember moments" so true.
Eleanor sounds like an adorable little girl. All kids like animals but not everyone can get one. My grandson wants a dog but we live in a townhouse... similar to an apartment. We tell him we will get one when we move to a house.
Well done!
Gypsy
"Poetry heals the wounds inflicted by reason" -- Novali
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Comment Written 31-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 31-Jul-2024
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Thank you for the support. I appreciate it.