Comment from Muffins

Excellent

An enjoyable read. It allows the reader to feel the important of the Hippety Hopper Kangaroo through the eyes of child whose whole being is hungry for a chance on the ride. A snap shot of a child's joy and thrill even if it only cost a dime and lasted a minute.

 Comment Written 02-Sep-2014

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reply by the author on 02-Sep-2014

Thanks for reading this story, Muffins, and I appreciate your kind review and comments? I loved getting a chance to ride the horse, so I would be the best behaved little girl in the world. Thanks.
Smiles,
Indy : )

Comment from pafaust

Excellent

Thank you for the delightful stroll down memory lane. I remember those machines that used to be in front of the stores. The words that you used "Hippity hopper kangaroo" and Johnny being the "bestest" were a nice touch in making it feel like it was being told by a child.

 Comment Written 31-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 01-Sep-2014

Thanks so much for your great review and comments for my little story, pafaust. I'm so glad you enjoyed it, and thank you for taking the time to read.
Smiles,
Indy : )

Comment from Linda England Bonam

Excellent

This was really a cute little entry for this contest! The picture was adorable, too, and went so well with the story. I wish you luck with the contest!

 Comment Written 31-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 01-Sep-2014

Thanks so much for your great review and comments for my little story, Linda. I'm so glad you enjoyed it, and thank you for taking the time to read. It didn't win the contest, but I got some great votes!
Smiles,
Indy : )

Comment from Nosha17

Excellent

Cute story of memories of childhood days when things were simpler and people were still allowed to play cowboys games. I have seen all those characters, also, most enjoyable they were, too. Warmly narrated story with cute kids' characters. Good luck in the contest. Faye

 Comment Written 31-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 01-Sep-2014

Thanks so much for your great review and comments for my little story, Faye. I'm so glad you enjoyed it, and thank you for taking the time to read.
Smiles, it didn't win the contest, but I got some great reviews and some votes.
Indy : )

Comment from Eric1

Excellent

Hi Indiana, what a brilliantly written entry for this particular competition, written from the VP of the youngster it comes across really well, especially with the extra nostalgia, I remember them all! Good luck my friend.

 Comment Written 31-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 01-Sep-2014

Eric, you've given me such a great review for my story, and I,appreciate your kind comments very much. I was the best behaved little girl in Buffalo, NY so I could get my chance to wahoo that pony. Thanks so much.
Smiles,
Indy : )

reply by Eric1 on 02-Sep-2014

You are so welcome Indy

Comment from Phyllis Stewart

Excellent

How well I remember those horsey rides at the entrance of stores. My mom NEVER let me ride one. Not even once. She said they were a waste of money. We could get a loaf of bread instead. So I guess I should blame her for my mistake of buying a horse. I fell off the second day, sprained my neck and shoulder. While laid up developed crippling spondylitis and now my spine is mostly fused into a bent position. All because my mom wouldn't let me ride Silver.

 Comment Written 30-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 01-Sep-2014

Wow, what a horrible story. Phyllis. I suppose riding the plastic ponies could never equal a real horse ride, but it sure would have been better for your health! Thanks for reading and taking the time to review.
Smiles,
Indy : )

Comment from Trybuck

Excellent

Another one bites the dust
No major fuss
For Champ and me
'Cause we're a team
keeping the west free
at least
on the weekends

Well done with your entry, Buck

 Comment Written 30-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 01-Sep-2014

I love your reviews, Buck! Thanks for your poetic response and for taking the time to read and whip up your poem.
Smiles,
Indy : )

reply by Trybuck on 01-Sep-2014

I think not everyone appreciates my little poetic reviews. So I'm glad you do. Thank you for letting me know and you're welcome

Comment from Jacqueline M Franklin

Excellent

Hi, IndyIrish,

Gosh, I remember those horses and cars that you rode for a few cents. Thought they were the cat's meow.

I don't think they ever have them anymore. If they do, far and few between.

Fun story!

Cheers & Blessings
Keep Smilin'.... Jax (*-*)

 Comment Written 29-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 30-Aug-2014

Hi Jax. I'm glad you enjoyed my little story, and I appreciate your review and comments. There still are some coin-operated rides around, but as many as when I was young.
Thanks.
Smiles,
Indy : )

Comment from kiwijenny

Excellent

How sweet......this is an awesome poem.....a little girls speech....bestest.....I loved that....champion was exciting to you and you would look forward to the next week
God bless

 Comment Written 29-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 30-Aug-2014

Thanks for your kind review and comments for my story, Jenny. I appreciate your taking the time to read, and I'm glad you enjoyed it.
Smiles,
Indy : )

Comment from sweetwoodjax

Excellent

this is an excellent write, indianairish, I lived for those horsey riding days myself, and when we were on vacation and they had pony rides on the side of the road, I always watched til I couldn't see. I love horseback riding. good luck in the contest

 Comment Written 29-Aug-2014

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reply by the author on 30-Aug-2014

Thank you for reading my story and taking the time to write a review, sweetwoodjax. Yes, I sure loved those horses, even though they were plastic.
Smiles,
Indy : )