Comment from l.raven

Excellent

HI Sandra, I kept waiting for her to turn through the whole chapter...hoping we could catch Joe in bed...hey...the man needs his rest...I worry about him...LOL...hmmmmmm...now what do I do with all this chocolate I bought to help him out???...now that's love...or insane...sigh...and she finally crosses over...now lets see what we can do....so very well written sweetest lady...not sure about Mildred's idea....not unless Joe has some back up...next...I love your story told you....love you soooooo very mucho...Linda xxoo

how is Ian coming along???...is he walking yet???...he is so in my prayers....and so are you...love xxoo

 Comment Written 23-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 23-Mar-2018

LOL!! Linda, what shall I do with you!! No, I can't send Joe over to you,, he has Rosie to look after!! LOL. Right, I can solve one of your problems, send the chocolate to me!! I'll look after it, lol! Thank you my sweet, crazy, lovely friend, for another review that had me rolling on the floor! Love you too, my dear friend. :) xxxxx Sandra xx

Ian was doing really well, he is going to get an mobility bike, a bit like a three wheeler car without the roof, but he went to the hospital on Wednesday to had the wound redressed and found he has an infection in it. So, another round of antibiotics and fingers crossed. He has to go to another hospital for 6 weeks, and he's not a happy Easter bunny. I told him that it was good that they spotted the infection early, they will be able to deal with it faster. I really pray they will clear it quickly.

How are you? And how is your mom? I think of you all often. Give her a hug from me, and ask her if she'll give you one back from me! Over the miles. :)) I hope when we pass over to the other side, St Peter will put our mansions side by side! lol. :)) xxxxx

reply by l.raven on 23-Mar-2018

LOL...it's you so I'll share the chocolates...LOL...you are so welcome beautiful lady...alwayssssssss...love you lots...xxoo

I am so sorry to hear about Ian...I was hoping he would get one...but I did think about it...him with diabetes...6 weeks...that's a long time...and I feel bad about Easter...tell him he is in my thoughts...and say hi for me...xxoo love

I am ok...if it would get warmer I could get more done...mom is ok...she is still having a hard time...but it is one day at a time...it would be hard to hug her...she is in Florida...but I will tell her...
and when we pass away...I will meet you at the gate...arms open...I'll be the one running around like a crazy lady...excided...smiling sooooo big at you...love xxoo

Comment from write hand blue

Excellent

Another great part chapter there Sandra. Cleverly thought out about the sunglasses. I never knew that they wore sunglasses in ancient times. I know they used reading glasses back in Henry VIII's time and before, so when you think about it, it does seem logical. We learn something new every day.

Enjoyed the read and found it up to your high standard.

~Mel~

 Comment Written 23-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 23-Mar-2018

What a lovely review, Mel, thank you so much! I was really surprised when I started researching. But, when you think of it, the Egyptians, the Romans, and the Chinese were way ahead of their time when it came to buildings and health cures, etc. (and slavery, brutality...) so it follows they would come up with something to protect their eyes from the sun's rays. It's fun researching for this book. Thanks again, my friend. Sandra xxx

Comment from rwilliam

Exceptional

The picture is really good for this piece.

Wonderful chapter. The flow of the story was perfect. I liked the change in scenery and really enjoy Mildred. She's a hoot. I'd get along with her right well. :-) lol

I like that you put in some interaction of daily life with the children too.

Excited to see what will happen... :-D

 Comment Written 22-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 22-Mar-2018

Thank you so very much, Rebecca, for the lovely 6 stars. I wasn't expecting any this far into the week, so you've put a big smile on my face! Thank you for the really lovely review, too. I posted the next part this evening. (morning to you , i think) so you can find out what happens next. Warm hugs, my friend. :) Sandra xxx

Comment from karenina

Excellent

Your style of writing is compelling! Even wading in midstream my curiosity is piqued and this is on my list to read in full. Your skill at fleshing out characters is uncanny.

Karenina

 Comment Written 22-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 22-Mar-2018

Thank you so much, Karenina, for your lovely review! That is so nice of you coming in this far into the story. Bless your heart! :) Sandra xxx

reply by karenina on 22-Mar-2018

You caught mu interest, what can I say?

Karenina

Comment from frogbook

Excellent

And off you go again. Well, imagine that-sunglasses so long ago. A simple solution, but who knew? Well, sounds like the plan is in motion so will be waiting to see how it goes.

 Comment Written 21-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 22-Mar-2018

Hi, Joanne, thank you so much, my friend, for your lovely review. Yes, we are off again! I was really amazed that 'sunglasses were actually worn Before the birth of Jesus! I'm learning loads writing this story! Big hugs, my friend. XXX Sandra

Comment from alexisleech

Exceptional

One of the delights in reading your book is the 'normal' parts you include to remind us, not only that veronica has a loving husband and family, but a great mate like Mildred as well.
Long may it continue!
Hugs from Glasgow
Alexis xxx

 Comment Written 20-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 21-Mar-2018

Hi Alexis, thank you so very much for the lovely 6 stars!!!! I'm so pleased you liked the family scenes, it wouldn't be the happy family without Mildred, she makes it special! lol. Big hugs, my dear friend! :)) Sandra xxx

Comment from Pam (respa)

Exceptional

-I like this beginning with
the committee, Sandra,
especially when they mention
James's notebook.
-Ver. and Mildred have a
good conversation except
Ver. is frustrated about not
knowing when she will go back.
-When the children come home, things
lighten up and Ann shows her
cute portrait of Mildred.
-At the end James has some very
good news about the glasses, and
they sound like a great thing for Francis.
-They just have to be able to
get them back in time somehow,
and be able to get Francis, and more.
-You give us a glimpse of poor
Joe, alone and huddled in the attic.
-Let's hope all the planning begins
to work out, but I don't think it will be easy.

 Comment Written 20-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 21-Mar-2018

Thank you so much, my special friend, for another lovely review. I'm pleased you liked the beginning, Pam, they play a part now and again. It's not going to be easy, but Veronica will give it her best shot. She has a lot of persuading to do, and then, if she succeeds, Joe will have to do the same with Rosie. That will be fun! Thank you for all the stars, Pam, they always brighten my day. Big hugs, my friend. :)) Sandra xxx

The sun is out! I can't believe it! :)) xx

reply by Pam (respa) on 21-Mar-2018

You are very welcome and deserving of the stars and review, Sandra. There is a lot of planning for Ver. and you never know what twists will get in her way! I am glad you have sun; we are due for our 4th snow, what they call nor'easters here. But here is a🙂 for friendship and looking forward to spring!

reply by the author on 21-Mar-2018

Aww, thanks for that lovely smile, my friend. Sending you a big smile back!! :)) xx

reply by Pam (respa) on 21-Mar-2018

Thanks, Sandra. Enjoy that sun and send some over here!

Comment from rspoet

Exceptional

Hello Sandra,
A most pleasant interlude in the present for the reader,
though Veronica is pulled by concerns in the past.
Who's the crazy looking dude in the picture.
Surely, the people in the future don't dress like old monks.
Fashion will never be the same.
The plan is well conceived, now to see how Joe and others react.
If they don't like the plan, my great, great grandfather, Robert P Spice,
lived in England at this time. He designed and built gas works.
I'm sure he would welcome Frances into the family.
(a back up plan, just in case) lol
I enjoyed the little interlude with Mildred and the children.
Back to 1846, the year my great grandfather was born.
Just one coincidence after another.
Another chapter well done, my friend.
Robert

 Comment Written 20-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 21-Mar-2018

How strange! It's possible your great grandfather could have known Joe, and possible met up with Veronica! I'll have to ask them!!! So you originally came from England, do you still have family here? Your great grandfather might have designed the gas works down near Southampton, about five miles from where I live. (he wasn't an albino, by any chance????)

That crazy looking dude (lol) is older than time! I couldn't find a picture to go with this part, so I thought we'd have Jowell instead and this was the only picture I could find that made him look different to anyone else. :)) Thank you so much for another lovely review, my friend, and all the wonderful stars!!! Big hugs. Sandra xxx

Comment from RGstar

Excellent

a good even chapter, where the writing is concerned, Sandra. Trying to hang in on the narrative. Doing well.
My best wishes.
RG

 Comment Written 20-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 21-Mar-2018

Thank you, RG, for coming along and reading this part. That is so kind of you. Big hugs for your lovely comments, too! :) Sandra xxx

Comment from MelB

Excellent

Hi Sandra, another well written chapter to the story. A nice addition with the sunglasses. Great job with the dialect. I enjoyed reading the chapter.

 Comment Written 20-Mar-2018

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reply by the author on 21-Mar-2018

Thank you so much, Melissa, for your lovely review! Warm hugs. Sandra xxx

reply by MelB on 21-Mar-2018

You're most welcome. Hugs to you!