When Blood Collides
Viewing comments for Chapter 97 "A Strange Accident "A family's love is tested.
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Comment from Kaydoe
Heart breaking that Bobby died. But by visiting him and showing interest in
him while he was alive is a testimony of love and kindness. Your thoughts and interactions as you write, holds ones interest. When you said, How can he have an accident when he can't move?" I remember as a nurse over the years, many patients fall out of bed with barely any movement.
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Heart breaking that Bobby died. But by visiting him and showing interest in
him while he was alive is a testimony of love and kindness. Your thoughts and interactions as you write, holds ones interest. When you said, How can he have an accident when he can't move?" I remember as a nurse over the years, many patients fall out of bed with barely any movement.
Comment Written 09-Jul-2016
reply by the author on 09-Jul-2016
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Aha! And there you have it. A fall will be the death of me, I fear! My mother fell out of her bed in hospital after surgery. She had stiches to mend her lip. Strep infection followed and death within days. Thanks for your warm response.
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I didn't mean to upset you. I don't want to put fear into your heart.
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You didn't. What will be, will be, is my motto.
Comment from Dean Kuch
I cried again after hanging up, but couldn't help feeling thankful my nephew no longer had to suffer. On June 21st, Chris and his wife traveled with us to Tampa for the last time. I searched for John. Would I recognize him after so many years? Almost forty. It wouldn't be hard. His son looked so much like him.
We arrived fifteen minutes early. No one in sight. Oh no, I thought, what if there's only the four of us, his dad and Walt. My personal fear at one time. I'd be dead and no one would care. ... June 21st...that's my birthday, Shari. I'm sure Bobby's death really took it's toll on you and Frank, not to mention the rest of the family. Not only that, but the kid had beaten the odds despite his handicap, and outlived the doctor's predictions that he wouldn't live past the age of forty. Then, to have such a freak accident be the cause of Bobby losing his life.
Life, as well as death...it's really odd how they work sometimes.
~Dean
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I cried again after hanging up, but couldn't help feeling thankful my nephew no longer had to suffer. On June 21st, Chris and his wife traveled with us to Tampa for the last time. I searched for John. Would I recognize him after so many years? Almost forty. It wouldn't be hard. His son looked so much like him.
We arrived fifteen minutes early. No one in sight. Oh no, I thought, what if there's only the four of us, his dad and Walt. My personal fear at one time. I'd be dead and no one would care. ... June 21st...that's my birthday, Shari. I'm sure Bobby's death really took it's toll on you and Frank, not to mention the rest of the family. Not only that, but the kid had beaten the odds despite his handicap, and outlived the doctor's predictions that he wouldn't live past the age of forty. Then, to have such a freak accident be the cause of Bobby losing his life.
Life, as well as death...it's really odd how they work sometimes.
~Dean
Comment Written 09-Jul-2016
reply by the author on 09-Jul-2016
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Thanks for the exceptional rating, Dean. I forgot that was your birthday. Freak accident is right. I expected he would slip peacefully away in his sleep.
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You're more than welcome, Spit...
~Dean ;)
Comment from patcelaw
Shari, I enjoyed reading your story. I am sorry I have not been doing much reviewing for a couple of weeks as I have been dealing with some health issues. Hopefully I am on the mend. Blessings, Patricia
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Shari, I enjoyed reading your story. I am sorry I have not been doing much reviewing for a couple of weeks as I have been dealing with some health issues. Hopefully I am on the mend. Blessings, Patricia
Comment Written 09-Jul-2016
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Health comes first, Patricia. When I am stressed out, my reviewing is the first to go. :-)
Comment from barkingdog
How terrible for you that you didn't know that Bobby fell. You could have been there. I know that had to be very hard on you. You were so involved in his life.
I wonder how the wheelchair tipped over. I always though they were stable.
This is a very well written chapter. Another good addition to your book.
:) e
reply by the author on 09-Jul-2016
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How terrible for you that you didn't know that Bobby fell. You could have been there. I know that had to be very hard on you. You were so involved in his life.
I wonder how the wheelchair tipped over. I always though they were stable.
This is a very well written chapter. Another good addition to your book.
:) e
Comment Written 09-Jul-2016
reply by the author on 09-Jul-2016
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I thought that such a big machine would be stable too. Maybe divine intervention was working here. A supposition here that will be elucidated in the next chapter.
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Maybe!
Comment from judiverse
Your last comment is one that a lot of people probably think about. When you die, who will care? Well written and descriptive account of Bobby's death. He certainly beat the odds, though. John stepped up to take care of things when Bobby died. He must have shown a lot of class. You do show how Bobby's condition had deteriorated and he had to give up driving. He certainly wouldn't have been able to endure surgery. A painful episode for you, but those are things we remember. judi
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Your last comment is one that a lot of people probably think about. When you die, who will care? Well written and descriptive account of Bobby's death. He certainly beat the odds, though. John stepped up to take care of things when Bobby died. He must have shown a lot of class. You do show how Bobby's condition had deteriorated and he had to give up driving. He certainly wouldn't have been able to endure surgery. A painful episode for you, but those are things we remember. judi
Comment Written 09-Jul-2016
reply by the author on 09-Jul-2016
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Judi, it did hurt and I still miss him. But something he said our last time together made me realize he's was tired and ready to go. John had changed with age. Bobby said that he wasn't the same man his mother married.
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I found it amazing that Bobby accomplished what he did, considering his handicap. judi
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I found it amazing that Bobby accomplished what he did, considering his handicap. judi
Comment from captflash
This is a sad tale and one too often repeated in the U.S. and European areas. The writing is crisp, straightforward and although I'm far from a grammarian, this appeared to me to be structured well and well thought out. I felt as if It was a "true slice of this person's life" and I'll bet I'm not far from wrong. If I am, Kudos to the writer for an excellent piece of fiction. jb
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This is a sad tale and one too often repeated in the U.S. and European areas. The writing is crisp, straightforward and although I'm far from a grammarian, this appeared to me to be structured well and well thought out. I felt as if It was a "true slice of this person's life" and I'll bet I'm not far from wrong. If I am, Kudos to the writer for an excellent piece of fiction. jb
Comment Written 09-Jul-2016
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After reading one of your pieces, I really treasure your comments on my style and contents. It's non-fiction. I've written Bobby's life story too, but haven't found time to figure out a cover or blurb although some of his friends are waiting to buy it.
Shari
Comment from kelscottleh
WOW! I see why you are ranked 6th and 11th. Your work is inspiring. I felt I was right there and then the flood of memories came...the call I received when my father passed. I can't wait to read more. Thank you.
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WOW! I see why you are ranked 6th and 11th. Your work is inspiring. I felt I was right there and then the flood of memories came...the call I received when my father passed. I can't wait to read more. Thank you.
Comment Written 09-Jul-2016
reply by the author on 09-Jul-2016
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Thank you for the exceptional rating, Kel. I read your poem and see why this resonated with you. This book is almost done, but you might be interested in series of essays I just started about my class in Psychic Medium Spiritual Awareness. Next week I'll write about our spirit guides, entities that will help you when you ask them. BUT you have to ask. :-)
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Very cool. I will definitely be following you.
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Very cool. I will definitely be following you.
Comment from Challah1202
This broke my heart. Dramatic, ordinary, human, painful, sad, personal, and universal. All the emotions of living and all the solace of leaving. This piece is so very real and almost tangible. I almost know you. Keep writing. I have found it helps.
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This broke my heart. Dramatic, ordinary, human, painful, sad, personal, and universal. All the emotions of living and all the solace of leaving. This piece is so very real and almost tangible. I almost know you. Keep writing. I have found it helps.
Comment Written 09-Jul-2016
reply by the author on 09-Jul-2016
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Thank you Challah for such a warm review. Writing does help. I've written the first draft of Bobby's personal story which I started a year before his death. I miss him, but know he is happy and free to walk, run, and turn cartwheels now if he wants.
Comment from papa55mike
Well written little chapter. Very descriptive family account. It seems we spend to much on the phone and not with our families. Have a great day and God bless.
mike
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Well written little chapter. Very descriptive family account. It seems we spend to much on the phone and not with our families. Have a great day and God bless.
mike
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Comment Written 09-Jul-2016
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Thank you, Mike. Those cell phones have both helped and hindered communication as I see it. Nothing like face-to-face conversation, when possible.
Comment from Phyllis Stewart
When I'm dead, I hope no one cares except for my hubby and kid. I've always hated funeral gatherings. The instructions to Mark and Katy are very clear... creamate asap. Put me on a shelf. :)
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When I'm dead, I hope no one cares except for my hubby and kid. I've always hated funeral gatherings. The instructions to Mark and Katy are very clear... creamate asap. Put me on a shelf. :)
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Comment Written 09-Jul-2016
reply by the author on 09-Jul-2016
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I've come to feel that way too. Why set myself up for disappointment? LOL
