When Blood Collides
Viewing comments for Chapter 50 "The Dam Bursts"A family's love is tested.
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Comment from mermaids
It is too much, your mother's passing on and a change in your classes. As a trained therapist I am interested in how counseling helped you through this time, I am looking forward to the next chapter.
reply by the author on 21-Aug-2015
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It is too much, your mother's passing on and a change in your classes. As a trained therapist I am interested in how counseling helped you through this time, I am looking forward to the next chapter.
Comment Written 21-Aug-2015
reply by the author on 21-Aug-2015
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Good to hear that about you, Elaine. Yvette was not what I expected. Didn't care about my childhood, etc. Just dealt with problem at hand.
Comment from Muffins
Each chapter is filed with necessary background information to help the reader understanding your situation more deeply. We get to know that Frank is not a bowl of rage and is a fierce defender of abused kids. We also learn the empty soul and head of Piggy Eyes. This is a perfect example of not believing just because someone has a high job doesn't mean they have an high IQ or high moral strain.
I think it was a good idea to go talk to an outsider, you'll get a clearly picture on how to handle a situation.
reply by the author on 21-Aug-2015
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Each chapter is filed with necessary background information to help the reader understanding your situation more deeply. We get to know that Frank is not a bowl of rage and is a fierce defender of abused kids. We also learn the empty soul and head of Piggy Eyes. This is a perfect example of not believing just because someone has a high job doesn't mean they have an high IQ or high moral strain.
I think it was a good idea to go talk to an outsider, you'll get a clearly picture on how to handle a situation.
Comment Written 21-Aug-2015
reply by the author on 21-Aug-2015
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Thanks, Muffins. Yvette really helped me though this time in just three visits.
Comment from Louise Michelle
Hey Shari,
I can always count on you to set up each chapter with the right amount of background information.
I love the line "Like a chess match"
You took the farthest seat - how telling is that!
This is an interesting chapter, written very well, found nothing to change or suggest. (But I'm running on practically no sleep, so don't count on my comments.) I'm just glad I'm back. Hugs, Lou
reply by the author on 21-Aug-2015
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Hey Shari,
I can always count on you to set up each chapter with the right amount of background information.
I love the line "Like a chess match"
You took the farthest seat - how telling is that!
This is an interesting chapter, written very well, found nothing to change or suggest. (But I'm running on practically no sleep, so don't count on my comments.) I'm just glad I'm back. Hugs, Lou
Comment Written 21-Aug-2015
reply by the author on 21-Aug-2015
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Yea! I've missed you. Still no sleep, huh? Reading for ten minutes just before lights out helps out. Have a thriller novel in hand called Lacy Eye.
(child has a lazy eye, but that's not the worse of her problems. I fear she'd a sociopath.
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Missed you too. Love your idea.
Comment from Walu Feral
G'day Shari. I still think it's so darn unfair! I hate bullies as you are probably aware. Counselling will at least give you the opportunity to talk to an outsider. Well done, very emotional stuff my friend. Cheers Fez
reply by the author on 21-Aug-2015
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G'day Shari. I still think it's so darn unfair! I hate bullies as you are probably aware. Counselling will at least give you the opportunity to talk to an outsider. Well done, very emotional stuff my friend. Cheers Fez
Comment Written 21-Aug-2015
reply by the author on 21-Aug-2015
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Thanks, Fez. I do get some good advice.
Comment from boxergirl
Very smart decision to go to therapy. I reached that step in my life and it was so helpful. I had the same initial response with my tears. 8-)
reply by the author on 20-Aug-2015
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Very smart decision to go to therapy. I reached that step in my life and it was so helpful. I had the same initial response with my tears. 8-)
Comment Written 20-Aug-2015
reply by the author on 20-Aug-2015
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It proved to get me back on track. She figured out stressors in my life that I didn't realize.
Comment from Leen1
Your crying was simply pent up aggravation from the numerous situations you found yourself going through relentlessly. Time after time you faced a mountain of difficulties caused by others. Once again, you stayed strong and persevered. How many could have withstood such agony? Another great chapter.
reply by the author on 20-Aug-2015
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Your crying was simply pent up aggravation from the numerous situations you found yourself going through relentlessly. Time after time you faced a mountain of difficulties caused by others. Once again, you stayed strong and persevered. How many could have withstood such agony? Another great chapter.
Comment Written 20-Aug-2015
reply by the author on 20-Aug-2015
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Also, there was a change in my daily life at home which I hadn't even thought about. The therapist uncovered this.
Comment from padumachitta
Hey...just dropping by. How are things your end? Is your fella doing ok?
your peice brings to mind my dilema in situations such as these...and I think:
I hate it that I cry when I am frustrated or angry,
because people think
I am hurt.
When really I just want
to kill you.
I know, I am trying to learn compassion...but sometimes...tears are the sign of an enraged woman...hope you get 'em in the next chapter...
padumachitta
reply by the author on 20-Aug-2015
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Hey...just dropping by. How are things your end? Is your fella doing ok?
your peice brings to mind my dilema in situations such as these...and I think:
I hate it that I cry when I am frustrated or angry,
because people think
I am hurt.
When really I just want
to kill you.
I know, I am trying to learn compassion...but sometimes...tears are the sign of an enraged woman...hope you get 'em in the next chapter...
padumachitta
Comment Written 20-Aug-2015
reply by the author on 20-Aug-2015
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Just thinking about you. Frank's on a plateau where his health and memory are concerned. Thank god, he still has a sense of humor so I can yell at him LOL.
I hate crying too- a sign of weakness to me. Guess it's better than stabbing someone with a knife---oops, maybe tears could do that it.
Comment from ProSongwriter
Hi Shari ...
Your ongoing saga is a pleasure to read. I don't think you miss a single emotion somewhere along the way. Good ole hubby Frank seems to be a little more objective lately. He took it in stride when you denied his help and asked for a pro.
Getting better all the time. Looking forward to the next installment. Best to you ...
Alan
reply by the author on 20-Aug-2015
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Hi Shari ...
Your ongoing saga is a pleasure to read. I don't think you miss a single emotion somewhere along the way. Good ole hubby Frank seems to be a little more objective lately. He took it in stride when you denied his help and asked for a pro.
Getting better all the time. Looking forward to the next installment. Best to you ...
Alan
Comment Written 20-Aug-2015
reply by the author on 20-Aug-2015
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Thanks, Alan, for your observations about Frank.
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Always my pleasure! This is a good read ... probably difficult to write in places. Thanks for the reading pleasure!
Comment from Eigle Rull
This is a great chapter, my friend. It was well written and brings emotions to the table. Not only for you, but for the reader too. I too would have had a hard time with your situation. That's why this chapter is so interesting. I've been there and it's not fun. This post held my attention very well, as all of your work does. I enjoyed reading it. Best wishes, my friend.
Always with respect,
reply by the author on 20-Aug-2015
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This is a great chapter, my friend. It was well written and brings emotions to the table. Not only for you, but for the reader too. I too would have had a hard time with your situation. That's why this chapter is so interesting. I've been there and it's not fun. This post held my attention very well, as all of your work does. I enjoyed reading it. Best wishes, my friend.
Always with respect,
Comment Written 20-Aug-2015
reply by the author on 20-Aug-2015
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Thanks, Eigle. Don't worry. What goes around comes back to bite you.
Comment from Donya Quijote
I like the humor in this one.
After she settled her tonnage into an extra-large swivel chair, I launched my question. Taking the proverbial bull by the horns, I asked, "Why did you take away my honors classes? Was it something I did?"
"Do you want me to lie down on the couch?"
Yvette laughed. "No, that's for me. Take one of the chairs. Would you like something to drink? Water? Tea? Coffee? Sorry, I can't offer anything stronger. Rules, you know."
I like the insertion of cliches, (I think they are cliches)...anyway they add to your story rather than fill space and cover for lack of imagination.
She's right about about that bit about crying. It is truly the beginning of healing and release.
What happened to you still does not sit right with me. I don't think the reason given is truly justifiable. My school went through something similar. Last year, one the teacher committed suicide. She was the general music/choir teacher. She also did the Show Choir. My school's show choir is recognized on the state level and capable of competing against and beating high school groups. Anyway, the school board decided that the teacher positions needed to be cut for budget reasons. Word got out that they were going to ax that position because they were having trouble filling it anyway. Parents just about burned the board down figuratively. We lost a social science teacher instead. Not exactly the same, but they were trying to take advantage of a situation at the wrong time, just as your department head did.
Boy have I rambled. Headache, heat, and humidity just don't mix well. Can't wait to get a place with air conditioning. Found a house by the way, working toward closing...
reply by the author on 20-Aug-2015
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I like the humor in this one.
After she settled her tonnage into an extra-large swivel chair, I launched my question. Taking the proverbial bull by the horns, I asked, "Why did you take away my honors classes? Was it something I did?"
"Do you want me to lie down on the couch?"
Yvette laughed. "No, that's for me. Take one of the chairs. Would you like something to drink? Water? Tea? Coffee? Sorry, I can't offer anything stronger. Rules, you know."
I like the insertion of cliches, (I think they are cliches)...anyway they add to your story rather than fill space and cover for lack of imagination.
She's right about about that bit about crying. It is truly the beginning of healing and release.
What happened to you still does not sit right with me. I don't think the reason given is truly justifiable. My school went through something similar. Last year, one the teacher committed suicide. She was the general music/choir teacher. She also did the Show Choir. My school's show choir is recognized on the state level and capable of competing against and beating high school groups. Anyway, the school board decided that the teacher positions needed to be cut for budget reasons. Word got out that they were going to ax that position because they were having trouble filling it anyway. Parents just about burned the board down figuratively. We lost a social science teacher instead. Not exactly the same, but they were trying to take advantage of a situation at the wrong time, just as your department head did.
Boy have I rambled. Headache, heat, and humidity just don't mix well. Can't wait to get a place with air conditioning. Found a house by the way, working toward closing...
Comment Written 19-Aug-2015
reply by the author on 20-Aug-2015
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First of all, congrats on finding a house. Write about it!
That's terrible-the suicide story. Are you saying she did it for no reason since the board cut a science teacher instead? In other words, she didn't wait for the outcome.
