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Viewing comments for Chapter 28 "Having a bash during vacash!"Fanstory Praises, Woes & Go's.
21 total reviews
Comment from JudyE
At the present time, Western Australia is doing really well but who knows how long it will last? So many things have changed over this year, haven't they? I hope you're able to stay safe.
reply by the author on 27-Jul-2020
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At the present time, Western Australia is doing really well but who knows how long it will last? So many things have changed over this year, haven't they? I hope you're able to stay safe.
Comment Written 26-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 27-Jul-2020
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Yeah Judy, Victoria is a mworry and these protest rallies can't be helping. We look like maybe going into Lockdown in NSW again possibly. Thanks for coming by.
Comment from Brett Matthew West
Says a lot about what is going on with the site right now.
Never sure when to post, but this well crafted poem says a lot.
Good entry for this contest.
reply by the author on 26-Jul-2020
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Says a lot about what is going on with the site right now.
Never sure when to post, but this well crafted poem says a lot.
Good entry for this contest.
Comment Written 26-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 26-Jul-2020
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Thanks Bro appreciate your great review. It would seem from the reviews this is getting a few more "Up Overs" are hanging around more due to Corona this year. Check your private messages in a sec.
Comment from Sally Law
Geoff dear,
This was your most cheeky bash to date. I enjoyed this so much. I love to make fun of myself and my situation, typically. Good fun and don't we need some good fun these days. ;) :)
My favorite part: "To post is a blunder from us "Down Under."'semdimg you my best today as always, and six stars for your crown.
Sal xoxo
PS~ Hopefully, I will post today. I've had a family emergency. If not today, then Monday. :)
reply by the author on 26-Jul-2020
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Geoff dear,
This was your most cheeky bash to date. I enjoyed this so much. I love to make fun of myself and my situation, typically. Good fun and don't we need some good fun these days. ;) :)
My favorite part: "To post is a blunder from us "Down Under."'semdimg you my best today as always, and six stars for your crown.
Sal xoxo
PS~ Hopefully, I will post today. I've had a family emergency. If not today, then Monday. :)
Comment Written 26-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 26-Jul-2020
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Ok Sis I have Ulla and Barbara Wilkey to read this AM and I am going to the Doctor today.
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Just read about the total lockdown in Victoria. Wow. I'm so concerned for you both. I know this has been a most difficult time. Praying now and will continue. Send a mail when you are able. Sal XOs....
Comment from tfawcus
I'm still around - but not very much at the moment. Enjoyed your humourous rant! Sadly, I've just dispensed my last remaining star for the week before the new lot come in. All good wishes, Tony
reply by the author on 26-Jul-2020
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I'm still around - but not very much at the moment. Enjoyed your humourous rant! Sadly, I've just dispensed my last remaining star for the week before the new lot come in. All good wishes, Tony
Comment Written 25-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 26-Jul-2020
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Thanks mate. Glad to have you around.
Comment from Ulla
Hi Geoff, I really liked this poem and would have been happy to give you a six, if only I had one left to give. You'll have my vote for sure. It's very well written and it made me smile. Yes, summer time is always a lean time on FS, but you would have thought that with Covid and all there would have been more around. Good luck in the contest. All best, Ulla:)))
Ps, there is a realistic fear hear in Spain that a second wave is happening. Far too many new cases are springing up. It's frightening.
reply by the author on 25-Jul-2020
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Hi Geoff, I really liked this poem and would have been happy to give you a six, if only I had one left to give. You'll have my vote for sure. It's very well written and it made me smile. Yes, summer time is always a lean time on FS, but you would have thought that with Covid and all there would have been more around. Good luck in the contest. All best, Ulla:)))
Ps, there is a realistic fear hear in Spain that a second wave is happening. Far too many new cases are springing up. It's frightening.
Comment Written 25-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 25-Jul-2020
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Ulla that fear is all over the place. Our Southern State of Victoria is still experiencing a rise in COVID cases for some reason. We have been lucky as the more vulnerable ones due to Low immunity, but a Lockdown is on the cards here, again. Thanks for the lovely review.
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I have read it, and I'm afraid the same will soon happen here, as well:)))
Comment from mermaids
You have a smooth poetic form and use of words. I think most of us can relate to your theme of how Covid 19 affects us and we have to make changes and not take a vacation. Best wishes to you.
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2020
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You have a smooth poetic form and use of words. I think most of us can relate to your theme of how Covid 19 affects us and we have to make changes and not take a vacation. Best wishes to you.
Comment Written 24-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2020
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Thanks friend. Not sure we have met before will try and check out some of you new folks. We could have crossed paths before, Senior Moments sort of click in from time to time.
Comment from karenina
You've read my mind... Should I write and post? Who will stay connected?
COVID'S rather rude-- Is my muse neglected? Is she bitter, too? "Out of Town's" verboten... If I join a contest--who will do the votin'??? See?
I guess, in good times or challenging ones, if we love to write we will write... Clever poem which I think ought to do very well in the contest!--Karenina
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2020
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You've read my mind... Should I write and post? Who will stay connected?
COVID'S rather rude-- Is my muse neglected? Is she bitter, too? "Out of Town's" verboten... If I join a contest--who will do the votin'??? See?
I guess, in good times or challenging ones, if we love to write we will write... Clever poem which I think ought to do very well in the contest!--Karenina
Comment Written 24-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2020
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Thankyou so very much Karenina. Another new friend I think. Wil look for your stuff.
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Likewise! We may become fans in the near future....who knows?--Karenina
Comment from rama devi
Some of us still visit here! I enjoyed some of your inventive slant rhymes and rhymes. The rhyme scheme fluctuates between stanzas, but it works fine.
This line made me laugh for some reason:
How many of you will turn to ghosts?
The flow is good but these middle lines could use some tweaks for spag to improve flow snags:
Will any remember,
To look for our writings,
Suggestions:
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Will any remember
To look for our writings?
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At this time of year(,)
Not many are here(.)
on board and assured - great slant rhyme!
Warmly,
rd
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2020
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Some of us still visit here! I enjoyed some of your inventive slant rhymes and rhymes. The rhyme scheme fluctuates between stanzas, but it works fine.
This line made me laugh for some reason:
How many of you will turn to ghosts?
The flow is good but these middle lines could use some tweaks for spag to improve flow snags:
Will any remember,
To look for our writings,
Suggestions:
*
Will any remember
To look for our writings?
*
At this time of year(,)
Not many are here(.)
on board and assured - great slant rhyme!
Warmly,
rd
Comment Written 24-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2020
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Thanks Rama much appreciated. I did debate with myself about the comma's and Question marks thanks for settling it will go in and fix. Good to know some are still around. As Low immune folks we have been fortunate to steer clear of COVID-19.
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Yes. Let's hope none of us ends up as ghosts due to Covid. Thanks for your kind response. Happy to help with commas, etc!
Stay safe, sane and sage!
Warmly, rd
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I just came over to copy your suggestions for punctuation etc. Let me know if you want me to tell you when the changes are made should be pretty soon. Thanks again.
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Thanks. No need, as the rating is already a five!
Glad to be of help!
Warmly, rd
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I did as you suggested I was thinking along those lines just glad you confirmed it. Grammarly is so weird with commas adding them when not needed etc. Some don't agree with omitting commas with "and or but"what is your take on that?
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The rule regarding commas with conjunctions (AND, BUT, ETC.) is that one should be used in the cases where the second clause (after the conjunction) is INDEPENDENT, and one should NOT be used when the final clause is DEPENDENT.
That means, if the subject for the final clause is in the first clause, no comma should be there. BUt if the final clause has a separate subject of it's own, a comma should be used.
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Thanks for that. Will take note.
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Comment from barbara.wilkey
I am here and reading. It seems we will be teaching on-line until September. This COVID is getting old really fast. I enjoyed reading your poem. It was fun. Thank you for sharing.
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2020
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I am here and reading. It seems we will be teaching on-line until September. This COVID is getting old really fast. I enjoyed reading your poem. It was fun. Thank you for sharing.
Comment Written 24-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2020
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Thanks Barbara glad you are still around sadly for whatever reasons. Watch for the voting please.
Comment from judiverse
Love that "tea towelled" Australia. Excellent entry for the rhyming poetry contest, and you did a great job with yours. Best of luck. I think there will be a lot more "Readin' and Reviewin'" going on, actually, because we're still limited when it comes to getting out, going to the beach, taking vacations, etc. It's excellent to have FanStory to turn to while we read and write and take our minds of the virus. Great work. judi
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2020
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Love that "tea towelled" Australia. Excellent entry for the rhyming poetry contest, and you did a great job with yours. Best of luck. I think there will be a lot more "Readin' and Reviewin'" going on, actually, because we're still limited when it comes to getting out, going to the beach, taking vacations, etc. It's excellent to have FanStory to turn to while we read and write and take our minds of the virus. Great work. judi
Comment Written 24-Jul-2020
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2020
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Thanks Judy much appreciate your lovely detailed review. I think we are in for another Lockdown aroun d here too, soon! :(
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You are welcome. We're not out of the woods where I live. The governor has issued an order for everyone to wear masks in public places. judi
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We are looking for masks we have seen with a clear screen over the mouth for us lip readers.
