My Two Mistresses
An old man's dilemma.33 total reviews
Comment from Esther Brown
Tough decision. You can always decide not to decide. Let the inspiration take you where it will. I take it you sing as well as play. And you love an audience? Writing is lonely if no one cares but from the 15 seals in your profile it appears you have a gift. Esther
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Tough decision. You can always decide not to decide. Let the inspiration take you where it will. I take it you sing as well as play. And you love an audience? Writing is lonely if no one cares but from the 15 seals in your profile it appears you have a gift. Esther
Comment Written 06-Nov-2024
Comment from Brenda Strauser
Hi, I loved this story. In the beginning of the story, I surely thought you were talking about two women. It was a surprise when it wasn't. I Like your writing
It is interesting and funny. Great writing and very unique.
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Hi, I loved this story. In the beginning of the story, I surely thought you were talking about two women. It was a surprise when it wasn't. I Like your writing
It is interesting and funny. Great writing and very unique.
Comment Written 06-Nov-2024
Comment from jmdg1954
Well Lee, I've never heard you play guitar, but I have read many of your posts in the past. To me it seems you master your craft, whatever it may be.
Maybe there's a balance where you can entice both mistresses to get along. It's possible...
Good to read you once again. Stop by again soon, you hear.
Be well,
John
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Well Lee, I've never heard you play guitar, but I have read many of your posts in the past. To me it seems you master your craft, whatever it may be.
Maybe there's a balance where you can entice both mistresses to get along. It's possible...
Good to read you once again. Stop by again soon, you hear.
Be well,
John
Comment Written 06-Nov-2024
Comment from Natureschild
Well, it seems you can still please both mistresses. Your writing is engaging and entertaining, and I guess you are equally adept at performing with your other passion. Please don't stop writing.
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Well, it seems you can still please both mistresses. Your writing is engaging and entertaining, and I guess you are equally adept at performing with your other passion. Please don't stop writing.
Comment Written 06-Nov-2024
Comment from mermaids
I like your comment of making a decision by not making a decision. It well describes the road of life. I enjoyed reading your essay, it is well written and holds the reader's interest. I can relate to your theme. I like to write and draw but find as I get older, my energy is waning. Best wishes to you.
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I like your comment of making a decision by not making a decision. It well describes the road of life. I enjoyed reading your essay, it is well written and holds the reader's interest. I can relate to your theme. I like to write and draw but find as I get older, my energy is waning. Best wishes to you.
Comment Written 05-Nov-2024
Comment from ShawnaGG44
I really liked how the writer played the reader at the begining of the story making the reader believe that the story was of a cheating man in reality the man was having a rough time with the reality of getting older and not being able to do the same things as his earlier years allowed really liked this!
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I really liked how the writer played the reader at the begining of the story making the reader believe that the story was of a cheating man in reality the man was having a rough time with the reality of getting older and not being able to do the same things as his earlier years allowed really liked this!
Comment Written 05-Nov-2024
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
Hi my very old friend, (well I'm old, so you must be too!) You describe the guitar like a sensuous woman, and I believe it is. Us women are like that. You described me beautifully! The older we are, the more exciting we get. You can't give up on either. The two are intimate mates, they belong together. The songs you will write to keep the strings happy, which in turn will bring out the best music, how can you separate them? And don't forget, the words you write for the music, are stories in themselves.
It was so nice to see your name in my messages, Lee. I've missed you and your stories. I wish I could hear you play on that luscious guitar. Love and hugs, my friend. Sandra xxx
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Hi my very old friend, (well I'm old, so you must be too!) You describe the guitar like a sensuous woman, and I believe it is. Us women are like that. You described me beautifully! The older we are, the more exciting we get. You can't give up on either. The two are intimate mates, they belong together. The songs you will write to keep the strings happy, which in turn will bring out the best music, how can you separate them? And don't forget, the words you write for the music, are stories in themselves.
It was so nice to see your name in my messages, Lee. I've missed you and your stories. I wish I could hear you play on that luscious guitar. Love and hugs, my friend. Sandra xxx
Comment Written 04-Nov-2024
Comment from Karen Cherry Threadgill
I did not really know you. I had just arrived when you left. I do remember the furor, the sadness, over your departure. You are loved here. As a compromise, you could write your songs here. Writing does not make you choose. You can write all kinds of things. I do. I used to be a singer, I can still carry a note, just not as far. Due to my ill health, I cannot stand ot sit for long, so, performing is not an option. Writing does not require a good body. You can do singing Spring and summer, and do writing fall and winter. M.O.O. My opinion only. Karen
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I did not really know you. I had just arrived when you left. I do remember the furor, the sadness, over your departure. You are loved here. As a compromise, you could write your songs here. Writing does not make you choose. You can write all kinds of things. I do. I used to be a singer, I can still carry a note, just not as far. Due to my ill health, I cannot stand ot sit for long, so, performing is not an option. Writing does not require a good body. You can do singing Spring and summer, and do writing fall and winter. M.O.O. My opinion only. Karen
Comment Written 04-Nov-2024
Comment from T B Botts
Hello Lee,
it sounds like you are the master of both crafts. A year ago or a little more I had to give up commercial fishing, something that was a part of me for about 45 years. I didn't enjoy every moment. There were times I was scared to death either of the weather or failure or not having the boat ready in time for the opening season, but when I look back, when the times were good, they were really, really good and I tend to remember those times and it causes me a great deal of grief that I gave it up.
I've never heard you play your guitar, but if you do it half as well as you write, I wouldn't give it up. I'm hoping you can find a compromise, giving yourself a certain amount of time for each wholly, and then when you need a break, pick up the other passion. In part, because of my own selfish desires, I don't want you to give up the writing. You have a wonderful skill that few possess. It would be equally tragic to give up your music. I fear that you would end up regretting that decision as well. I know about the time constraints, and perhaps the energy level waning, and of course it's your decision to make.
While I know that it's better to give than to receive, there is something to be said about being on the receiving end, whether it be reading a wonderful story, or listening to a well performed song. You're a smart guy, I believe you'll weigh all the pros and cons and come up with a decision that works for you.
Have a blessed evening my friend.
Tom
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Hello Lee,
it sounds like you are the master of both crafts. A year ago or a little more I had to give up commercial fishing, something that was a part of me for about 45 years. I didn't enjoy every moment. There were times I was scared to death either of the weather or failure or not having the boat ready in time for the opening season, but when I look back, when the times were good, they were really, really good and I tend to remember those times and it causes me a great deal of grief that I gave it up.
I've never heard you play your guitar, but if you do it half as well as you write, I wouldn't give it up. I'm hoping you can find a compromise, giving yourself a certain amount of time for each wholly, and then when you need a break, pick up the other passion. In part, because of my own selfish desires, I don't want you to give up the writing. You have a wonderful skill that few possess. It would be equally tragic to give up your music. I fear that you would end up regretting that decision as well. I know about the time constraints, and perhaps the energy level waning, and of course it's your decision to make.
While I know that it's better to give than to receive, there is something to be said about being on the receiving end, whether it be reading a wonderful story, or listening to a well performed song. You're a smart guy, I believe you'll weigh all the pros and cons and come up with a decision that works for you.
Have a blessed evening my friend.
Tom
Comment Written 04-Nov-2024
Comment from DonandVicki
Since I cannot play the guitar, let alone sing or compose music, I would let the Guitar go and stay with writing or as you say the blank page, of which I am intimately familiar with.
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Since I cannot play the guitar, let alone sing or compose music, I would let the Guitar go and stay with writing or as you say the blank page, of which I am intimately familiar with.
Comment Written 03-Nov-2024