Married To A Poet
Spousal quirks44 total reviews
Comment from judiverse
This is so funny. Also, why doesn't he leave the message on the phone? He's really out of step. Have to admire him, though, for his creative effort. I thought this was for a contest, but didn't see it listed. Sounds like flash fiction! Very enjoyable, and also insightful. judi
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2019
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This is so funny. Also, why doesn't he leave the message on the phone? He's really out of step. Have to admire him, though, for his creative effort. I thought this was for a contest, but didn't see it listed. Sounds like flash fiction! Very enjoyable, and also insightful. judi
Comment Written 29-Mar-2019
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2019
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Thank you! A phone is far too mundane a vehicle for words this deep, Judi.
I have one already in the next dribble fiction contest, so I decided I'd just post this one for fun. xo
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This is a great one! judi
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Thank you. Those words mean the world to me, Judi. xo
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You're welcome. It was a great story in a few words. judi
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I'm married to a quiet accountant. Few words is my life story, Judi!! (especially these last few weeks of Tax Season!)
Comment from kiwijenny
Ha ha ha ha ha ....no wait.....ha ha ha ha ...still chuckling.
This is so quirky cute.. my husband writes too. He has written a tome ...he reads me chapters every day...it's good...I read him about my dragon with a sinus complaint and we discuss semi colons...who has those?
God bless
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2019
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Ha ha ha ha ha ....no wait.....ha ha ha ha ...still chuckling.
This is so quirky cute.. my husband writes too. He has written a tome ...he reads me chapters every day...it's good...I read him about my dragon with a sinus complaint and we discuss semi colons...who has those?
God bless
Comment Written 29-Mar-2019
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2019
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I guess someone with prostrate troubles would?
Anyway, thank you for the fun and funny review. Always a delight to hear from you, Kiwijenny. xo
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Lol
Comment from Joanna S. Blue
You come up with such great topics and such creative approaches. With the note, and then the reaction, you make a strong point with humor. It would be frustrating to be married to someone who approached everything with angst and soul-searching. Do you plan to continue chronicling Christie's dilemma?
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2019
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You come up with such great topics and such creative approaches. With the note, and then the reaction, you make a strong point with humor. It would be frustrating to be married to someone who approached everything with angst and soul-searching. Do you plan to continue chronicling Christie's dilemma?
Comment Written 29-Mar-2019
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2019
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Probably not. It's kind of a one-hit wonder. It was fun to get a glimpse into her life, but not have to actually live it! Poor girl.
Thanks for yet another really nice review, Joanna. I always appreciate what you write. xo
Comment from A. Willow Bends
So REAL life. Oftentimes, one writes and one has no idea what the holy hell is going on with it. I am one of the lucky ones who has a husband who respects my writing need, just I respect his need to participate AVIDLY in triathletic events. This is a snarky little piece. Love it. So real. :)
Wendy
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2019
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So REAL life. Oftentimes, one writes and one has no idea what the holy hell is going on with it. I am one of the lucky ones who has a husband who respects my writing need, just I respect his need to participate AVIDLY in triathletic events. This is a snarky little piece. Love it. So real. :)
Wendy
Comment Written 29-Mar-2019
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2019
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You've made a wonderful relationship for yourselves, Wendy. That's always a beautiful thing to see.
You're right; this may be a TEENY bit snarky, but I'm trusting all the members here will have a sense of humor about ourselves as they read it.
Thanks for the really delightful review and vignette of your life. I loved it. xo
Comment from JudyE
I can imagine it's difficult being married to a very creative person. I'm presuming the note about the milk was written in rhyme but maybe I've got the wrong end of the stick. An intriguing piece thanks.
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2019
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I can imagine it's difficult being married to a very creative person. I'm presuming the note about the milk was written in rhyme but maybe I've got the wrong end of the stick. An intriguing piece thanks.
Comment Written 29-Mar-2019
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2019
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No, he seems to be a free-verse kind of guy, Judy.
And ps - YOU'RE creative! Are YOU difficult to be married to?! Inquiring minds want to know!
Thanks for the nice review. I appreciate it very much. xo
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I think you are asking the wrong person as the answer is likely to be very biased!! And my husband is much too busy to give his opinion at the moment. (smirk)
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Then in that case, we'll proxy his vote, Judy. He says "No, my wonderful Judy is perfect. She's not difficult in the LEAST!"
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Do you know - that's exactly what I'd expect him to say! He knows who washes his shirts. :)
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Smart, smart man. You've obviously been married a long time?
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48 years coming up in September. Does it show? :(
The first 30 years were the worst (that's a joke).
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NO, IT DOESN'T SHOW!! Sheesh! I deduced from your picture you weren't even fifty yet! Sheesh! Ironing shirts agrees with you!!
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Haha. I do hardly any cooking though. Vince took it up in self-defence - at least that's my story. I'll have to say good night. It's time I went to bed. Happy writing. :)
Comment from rama devi
Good anecdotal micro-fiction with a poem to boot. Witty satire. The poem is expressive and ahs great consonance of L and S.
This is slightly spaggy:
"Why can't he just write 'Honey - you forgot to buy milk again. I'm at the store.' like all the other husbands around here."
Edit suggestions:
"Why can't he just write: 'Honey - you forgot to buy milk again. I'm at the store.', like all the other husbands around here."
I'm not sure what is correct regarding the period after store. It looks odd mid-sentence. I would suggest considering a dash or ellipses.
Good post. Unique. Entertaining. Sad too, in it's own way.
Warmly, rd
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2019
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Good anecdotal micro-fiction with a poem to boot. Witty satire. The poem is expressive and ahs great consonance of L and S.
This is slightly spaggy:
"Why can't he just write 'Honey - you forgot to buy milk again. I'm at the store.' like all the other husbands around here."
Edit suggestions:
"Why can't he just write: 'Honey - you forgot to buy milk again. I'm at the store.', like all the other husbands around here."
I'm not sure what is correct regarding the period after store. It looks odd mid-sentence. I would suggest considering a dash or ellipses.
Good post. Unique. Entertaining. Sad too, in it's own way.
Warmly, rd
Comment Written 29-Mar-2019
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2019
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Good catch, Rama. I'll get right to that. Thank you. And thanks for the positive reinforcement with the piece, itself. Very much appreciated. xo
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xxoo :-)))
Comment from HealingMuse
Hi Rachelle,
Ha ha ha! Good one. Very well written and a great message here to not overdo our writing when leaving simple notes for our family and friends. They may not appreciate our wonderful poetic prowess. LOL Thanks so much for sharing and for the chuckle. Jan :-)
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2019
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Hi Rachelle,
Ha ha ha! Good one. Very well written and a great message here to not overdo our writing when leaving simple notes for our family and friends. They may not appreciate our wonderful poetic prowess. LOL Thanks so much for sharing and for the chuckle. Jan :-)
Comment Written 29-Mar-2019
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2019
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You're welcome; thank YOU for liking it, Jan!! xo
Comment from 24chas
I really wish had a six left to give you, Rachelle. This is brilliant writing. Not only is the first part great, the response is even better. I guess we writers are a little quirky. Well done, my friend.
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2019
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I really wish had a six left to give you, Rachelle. This is brilliant writing. Not only is the first part great, the response is even better. I guess we writers are a little quirky. Well done, my friend.
Comment Written 29-Mar-2019
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2019
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But that's what makes us so damn irresistible, isn't that right, 24chas?!
Thanks for the perfect review. xo
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So true.
Comment from Michele Harber
FSBFF, this is very funny and very human, and you know you've created a real character, even in so few words, if the reader can actually visualize the person's facial expression and hear her tone of voice. I definitely see the rolled eyes and hear the unspoken "Gimme a break," followed, of course, by, "You know I could have married a plumber. You saw the way he looked at me when he was fixing the toilet."
Seriously (yes, I do have a serious side - contrary to popular belief), why didn't you enter this in the 50-word Flash Fiction contest?? Of course, I should be relieved, as I have a piece I'm going to enter as we get closer to the date, but I'm really surprised you didn't go for it.
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2019
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FSBFF, this is very funny and very human, and you know you've created a real character, even in so few words, if the reader can actually visualize the person's facial expression and hear her tone of voice. I definitely see the rolled eyes and hear the unspoken "Gimme a break," followed, of course, by, "You know I could have married a plumber. You saw the way he looked at me when he was fixing the toilet."
Seriously (yes, I do have a serious side - contrary to popular belief), why didn't you enter this in the 50-word Flash Fiction contest?? Of course, I should be relieved, as I have a piece I'm going to enter as we get closer to the date, but I'm really surprised you didn't go for it.
Comment Written 29-Mar-2019
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2019
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hahahaha. You slay me.
Thanks for the hilarious review. I actually already have one entered in that contest. This one's just for pure fun...kind of like my FSBFF!
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I would never want to slay my FSBFF and biggest fan. Besides, now that I know you're already entered in the 50-word Flash Fiction contest, do you really think I want to give you that posthumous sympathy vote? (Yeah, she needs the sympathy vote. It's not like she's winning everything she enters based on incredible talent or anything like that.)
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lol
I love your replies to reviews. xo
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Well I have to keep my mind working, right? It's not as though I use it any other time. I've always felt this thinking thing was so overrated.
Comment from Sugarray77
I absolutely love this one, Rachelle. You made me laugh at the overt silliness of poets who start interjecting poetry into every day communications. haha. so well done!!!
Melissa
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2019
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I absolutely love this one, Rachelle. You made me laugh at the overt silliness of poets who start interjecting poetry into every day communications. haha. so well done!!!
Melissa
Comment Written 29-Mar-2019
reply by the author on 29-Mar-2019
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And we all know them, don't we?!! lol
Thanks for the perfect review. xo