When Blood Collides
Viewing comments for Chapter 37 "Another Fall"A family's love is tested.
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Comment from w.j.debi
Your aunt doesn't seem to understand diplomacy at all. I guess she thinks she gets what she wants by yelling. When I worked in a credit card call center we had people that would call to ask for fees to be adjusted. Surprisingly the ones that were all apologetic about something coming up and then asking if there was anyway a late fee adjusted often got it. The ones who demanded and yelled were held accountable for their actions and had to pay. Flys with honey...
It seems your mother's attitude was also colored by her sister's. Attitude can make such a difference in any situation. She needed the care and she was in an excellent place to get it. Again, I don't see your aunt volunteering to be of help, just causing unnecessary problems.
Another we'll written installment. You know how to get the feelings to the page.
reply by the author on 04-Jul-2015
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Your aunt doesn't seem to understand diplomacy at all. I guess she thinks she gets what she wants by yelling. When I worked in a credit card call center we had people that would call to ask for fees to be adjusted. Surprisingly the ones that were all apologetic about something coming up and then asking if there was anyway a late fee adjusted often got it. The ones who demanded and yelled were held accountable for their actions and had to pay. Flys with honey...
It seems your mother's attitude was also colored by her sister's. Attitude can make such a difference in any situation. She needed the care and she was in an excellent place to get it. Again, I don't see your aunt volunteering to be of help, just causing unnecessary problems.
Another we'll written installment. You know how to get the feelings to the page.
Comment Written 04-Jul-2015
reply by the author on 04-Jul-2015
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Thanks, debi. Aunt Dee liked to think she was the only one who cared about my mother.
Definitely a bad influence in this case.
Comment from mermaids
Your story is very typical, I witness family stuff like you describe in the nursing home. Fortunately, residents when they fall, are not on the floor for very long. I am looking forward to the next chapter, you aunt is quite a character and she is strong, sounds like she wants things her way.
reply by the author on 03-Jul-2015
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Your story is very typical, I witness family stuff like you describe in the nursing home. Fortunately, residents when they fall, are not on the floor for very long. I am looking forward to the next chapter, you aunt is quite a character and she is strong, sounds like she wants things her way.
Comment Written 03-Jul-2015
reply by the author on 03-Jul-2015
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Glad to hear that. I don't think Mom had any concept of time.
Comment from Muffins
I know you love your Aunt but even people we loved can be destructive. Maybe this is the only way she knows how to show it. This chapter like the last one reaches out to those on this site going through the same thing. I hope on the next chapter things work out for your mother and Aunt.
reply by the author on 03-Jul-2015
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I know you love your Aunt but even people we loved can be destructive. Maybe this is the only way she knows how to show it. This chapter like the last one reaches out to those on this site going through the same thing. I hope on the next chapter things work out for your mother and Aunt.
Comment Written 03-Jul-2015
reply by the author on 03-Jul-2015
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My aunt was a trip and had some admirable character traits. I thick she acted this way because she was scared of losing her sister.
Comment from Walu Feral
G'day Shari, great work on this very well written chapter. Somebody ought to tell Dee that yelling and screaming gets you know where in the real world. Very enteraining once again mate. Cheers Fez
reply by the author on 03-Jul-2015
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G'day Shari, great work on this very well written chapter. Somebody ought to tell Dee that yelling and screaming gets you know where in the real world. Very enteraining once again mate. Cheers Fez
Comment Written 03-Jul-2015
reply by the author on 03-Jul-2015
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Thanks, Fez. Although yelling and screaming does work for my husband when someone tries to pull something over on him.
Comment from IndianaIrish
Short chapter, but full of action and excitement. Your aunt sure liked to rule the roost, Shari. She would have driven me nuts. Look forward to reading the next installment.
Smiles,
Karyn :-)
reply by the author on 02-Jul-2015
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Short chapter, but full of action and excitement. Your aunt sure liked to rule the roost, Shari. She would have driven me nuts. Look forward to reading the next installment.
Smiles,
Karyn :-)
Comment Written 02-Jul-2015
reply by the author on 02-Jul-2015
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It will be a ripe one. Be prepared for a battle.
Comment from sibhus
Relatives can be such dicks. Half the time the won't do anything themselves, but the always seem to have the answers when you try to do something. Usually, it the wrong answers, too. I know been through this myself on a couple of occasions. A sad and frustrating chapter, but well written, Spitfire.
reply by the author on 02-Jul-2015
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Relatives can be such dicks. Half the time the won't do anything themselves, but the always seem to have the answers when you try to do something. Usually, it the wrong answers, too. I know been through this myself on a couple of occasions. A sad and frustrating chapter, but well written, Spitfire.
Comment Written 02-Jul-2015
reply by the author on 02-Jul-2015
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OMG I couldn't go through this twice. Thank heavens Frank didn't want anything to do with his uncles and nephews and nieces.
Comment from Louise Michelle
That scene with her falling really bothers me. No matter how good a facility, accidents can happen and circumstances (such as not being able to reach the cord)can interfere with the help needed.
This is another good chapter, Shari. I hope you've been busy with good things. Hugs, Lou
reply by the author on 02-Jul-2015
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That scene with her falling really bothers me. No matter how good a facility, accidents can happen and circumstances (such as not being able to reach the cord)can interfere with the help needed.
This is another good chapter, Shari. I hope you've been busy with good things. Hugs, Lou
Comment Written 02-Jul-2015
reply by the author on 02-Jul-2015
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It bothered me too, but I think Dee exaggerated it. She had a habit of doing that.
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
I enjoyed reading your story about your mother, I can see why she didn't want to go to a rest home. I fear one day I may have to go too. You did a great job creating interesting characters and a suspenseful plot. I like the format, it is easy to read. Good job!
reply by the author on 01-Jul-2015
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I enjoyed reading your story about your mother, I can see why she didn't want to go to a rest home. I fear one day I may have to go too. You did a great job creating interesting characters and a suspenseful plot. I like the format, it is easy to read. Good job!
Comment Written 01-Jul-2015
reply by the author on 01-Jul-2015
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Thank you, Gypsy, for the detailed review and high rating.
Comment from joann r romei
short but very well done, i wonder why your aunt was doing all this? she should have worked with the staff and her family, cant wait to hear more.
reply by the author on 01-Jul-2015
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short but very well done, i wonder why your aunt was doing all this? she should have worked with the staff and her family, cant wait to hear more.
Comment Written 01-Jul-2015
reply by the author on 01-Jul-2015
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Aunt Dee had issues from way back, I suspect. She would never discuss her past with anyone.
Comment from Emily George
An interesting story of the pain of having to do whats best and the different challenges posed by family members
I think as are population lives longer this is a topic we all will face eventually.
Well written and easy to follow
reply by the author on 01-Jul-2015
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An interesting story of the pain of having to do whats best and the different challenges posed by family members
I think as are population lives longer this is a topic we all will face eventually.
Well written and easy to follow
Comment Written 01-Jul-2015
reply by the author on 01-Jul-2015
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My mother came from a generation where families bought big houses and fit everyone in. My generation or at least me would prefer assisted living to staying with my children. I love them and vice versa. I want it to stay that way, if you know what I mean. Thanks for taking time to review and give me your thoughts.
