The Tres Amigas
Viewing comments for Chapter 4 "The Tres Amigas-February 22, 2015 SE"A weekly advice column
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Comment from ExperiencingLiphe
Yeah I don't really know what to say about the first one. I think you all said it all. I don't know the whole toilet thing, my family always came in when you were on the toilet. My fiance is completely grossed out by it and if I'm in the shower and needs to tell me something he'll crack the door and say what it is and then close it and leave me alone. I see nothing wrong with it but know that I'll never have that issue as he has the issue with it. That being said I know how he feels about it and I leave him alone and give him the privacy he wants. The whole grandson/grandfather thing, I think we all have someone like this in our families and it's learning how to deal with said person. It's different for every family since no one is the same
reply by the author on 01-Mar-2015
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Yeah I don't really know what to say about the first one. I think you all said it all. I don't know the whole toilet thing, my family always came in when you were on the toilet. My fiance is completely grossed out by it and if I'm in the shower and needs to tell me something he'll crack the door and say what it is and then close it and leave me alone. I see nothing wrong with it but know that I'll never have that issue as he has the issue with it. That being said I know how he feels about it and I leave him alone and give him the privacy he wants. The whole grandson/grandfather thing, I think we all have someone like this in our families and it's learning how to deal with said person. It's different for every family since no one is the same
Comment Written 01-Mar-2015
reply by the author on 01-Mar-2015
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Thanks for joining our reading group. We say it the way we see it.
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I may not review right away but I hope to stay up to date and play catch up
Comment from GWHARGIS
Another great column. Each take is very different yet each grounded and based on life as the individual sees it. I am usually struck more by your answers. I must be a cynic as well. Good and diverse problems and I could relate to the one where the man was falsely accused. I have a dear friend who was accused of sexual misconduct several years ago and it still haunts her. Great article. Gretchen
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2015
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Another great column. Each take is very different yet each grounded and based on life as the individual sees it. I am usually struck more by your answers. I must be a cynic as well. Good and diverse problems and I could relate to the one where the man was falsely accused. I have a dear friend who was accused of sexual misconduct several years ago and it still haunts her. Great article. Gretchen
Comment Written 24-Feb-2015
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2015
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Thanks, Yes, I am cynical and you may be too, but its the librarian that scares me.
Comment from Jumbo J
Hi Ingrid, or should I refer to you as 'the Cynic'?... so, do you receive replies and reviews telling you how they'd would have responded?
Hmmmmmmm, me, I'll just read and keep my opinions to myself, as the tres Amigas seem to cover a wide range of advice... and surly the souls in question would be able to garnish what value they needed from the replies given... yeah, I rather keep my mouth shut this week.
Thanks for the entertainment!
With our thoughts we create,
our won answers,
James vx's.
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2015
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Hi Ingrid, or should I refer to you as 'the Cynic'?... so, do you receive replies and reviews telling you how they'd would have responded?
Hmmmmmmm, me, I'll just read and keep my opinions to myself, as the tres Amigas seem to cover a wide range of advice... and surly the souls in question would be able to garnish what value they needed from the replies given... yeah, I rather keep my mouth shut this week.
Thanks for the entertainment!
With our thoughts we create,
our won answers,
James vx's.
Comment Written 23-Feb-2015
reply by the author on 24-Feb-2015
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Yes, there has been some discussion, but it's been fun. This was never meant as anyone telling someone what to do, more like girlfriends or across the fence chatter. Entertainment not psychological guidance.
Thanks.
Comment from jmdg1954
Three interesting yet extremely opposite type questions posted.
I've been married 37 years and if the bathroom door is closed, I gently knock before entering, if anything it's out of respect for the other person. Oh yeah, I also find it totally disrespectful when I'm in a public restroom and the guy is doing his business (either one, it doesn't matter) and he's on the phone. Then he shakes, wipes, zips and flushes while carrying on a conversation. Ridiculous...
Sorry, I started to ramble on. Another good post...
John
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2015
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Three interesting yet extremely opposite type questions posted.
I've been married 37 years and if the bathroom door is closed, I gently knock before entering, if anything it's out of respect for the other person. Oh yeah, I also find it totally disrespectful when I'm in a public restroom and the guy is doing his business (either one, it doesn't matter) and he's on the phone. Then he shakes, wipes, zips and flushes while carrying on a conversation. Ridiculous...
Sorry, I started to ramble on. Another good post...
John
Comment Written 23-Feb-2015
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2015
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Yeah, phone in the can is something I've never thought about, but yeah, it's funny. Didn't you just feel like yelling so the caller could hear...'The guy had a crap while talking to you.'
Thanks.
Comment from Dustybones
SE, I don't like the posting of everyday life events,and the group effort commentary as a topic of interest.
I see your notes as this is a project, good luck with the weekly columns.
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2015
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SE, I don't like the posting of everyday life events,and the group effort commentary as a topic of interest.
I see your notes as this is a project, good luck with the weekly columns.
Comment Written 23-Feb-2015
reply by the author on 23-Feb-2015
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Why bother telling me...you could have just skipped it by...by then again, it does pay a reasonable amount.
Comment from forestport12
This is an interesting Idea. I've often thought about attempting short story collaboration that is theme based, a collection of short stories from different authors, say fanstorians. I like this idea and it may go viral, who knows? So should I be guessing who the librarian is?
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2015
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This is an interesting Idea. I've often thought about attempting short story collaboration that is theme based, a collection of short stories from different authors, say fanstorians. I like this idea and it may go viral, who knows? So should I be guessing who the librarian is?
Comment Written 22-Feb-2015
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2015
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It would not matter, I only have her participation with the understanding her identity will never be revealed. If I can get this on a web site or get a newspaper to pick this up, no one will know any of the identities. We will probably run this another month so I get feedback and then decide whether to drop it from FS. It has already pissed off one esteemed author who feel I am polluting a literary site with the column.
Comment from c_lucas
Nothing ventured, nothing gain. Everything has to find a happy medium. I'm sure the sisters "Dear Abbey" and "Ann Lander" had to feel their way to success. Good luck in your endeavors.
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2015
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Nothing ventured, nothing gain. Everything has to find a happy medium. I'm sure the sisters "Dear Abbey" and "Ann Lander" had to feel their way to success. Good luck in your endeavors.
Comment Written 22-Feb-2015
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2015
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Thanks, appreciate the read and review.
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You're welcome, SE. Charlie
Comment from bob cullen
While I can't question the quality of either the replies or the writing I feel these personal advice columns are in fact a thing of the past.
I do feel however if you were to perhaps adopt a slightly different approach to the subject you might stand a better chance of publication. I would suggest perhaps you might be better advised to adopt three different personas. E.g. The wicked, the wise and the wit.
I wish you well with the project.
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2015
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While I can't question the quality of either the replies or the writing I feel these personal advice columns are in fact a thing of the past.
I do feel however if you were to perhaps adopt a slightly different approach to the subject you might stand a better chance of publication. I would suggest perhaps you might be better advised to adopt three different personas. E.g. The wicked, the wise and the wit.
I wish you well with the project.
Comment Written 22-Feb-2015
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2015
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It is a good thought I am sure we will discuss. A little late in the project for this venue to change strides, but it does have merit. Every paper still caries an advice column, Their popularity has shrunk, but they still make good family dinner conversation dealing with apparent issues without being personal. Thanks
Comment from mermaids
I love the three different perspectives on each problem. The cynic on the last question has a good point about the issue not being who is right. The writing in this column is excellent, I do not see any need for revisions. Your words draw the reader in and hold her there.
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2015
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I love the three different perspectives on each problem. The cynic on the last question has a good point about the issue not being who is right. The writing in this column is excellent, I do not see any need for revisions. Your words draw the reader in and hold her there.
Comment Written 22-Feb-2015
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2015
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Thanks so much for joining us and the feedbacké
Comment from fimarie78
I enjoyed this just as much as the previous instalment. It is so refreshing to read and I love the agony aunt style letters and the contrasting views in the replies. Keep it coming! best wishes Fiona
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2015
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I enjoyed this just as much as the previous instalment. It is so refreshing to read and I love the agony aunt style letters and the contrasting views in the replies. Keep it coming! best wishes Fiona
Comment Written 22-Feb-2015
reply by the author on 22-Feb-2015
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Thanks so much for participating.
