Comment from Midi O'Rourke

Excellent

Haha! Well written story of revenge. There isn't anything quite like a death in the family to bring out the worst. In this case, the barb was well deserved. Enjoyable and fun to read. This should be carefully archived!

 Comment Written 05-Nov-2021

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reply by the author on 05-Nov-2021

Thanks for the topper!

I got a kick out of this! I wish I'd seen my uncle's reaction. He knew my sister had no human children. The name "Sweet Pea" was a giveaway for anyone reading it.

My mother would hold a grudge so tight it screamed for mercy. She had a loooong memory.

In truth, I can't be sure if my mother was in on this--my sister was intent on listing her pets and the paper automatically puts siblings last--regardless, it was certainly in character for my mother to construe such a stunt.

Comment from Father Flaps

Excellent

Hi Liz,
Ah, sweet revenge, eh? ...underlined in red, no less.
That would fix old Robbie. He was remembered after Nancy's dog and cats. A "last, but not least" recognition. I bet she slept well for a whole month!
Nicely penned!
Hugs,
Kimbob

 Comment Written 20-Oct-2021

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reply by the author on 20-Oct-2021

I got a kick out of this! I wish I'd seen my uncle's reaction. He knew my sister had no human children. The name "Sweet Pea" was a giveaway for anyone reading it.

My mother would hold a grudge so tight it screamed for mercy. She had a loooong memory.

In truth, I can't be sure if my mother was in on this--my sister was intent on listing her pets and the paper automatically puts siblings last--regardless, it was certainly in character for my mother to construe such a stunt.

Comment from robyn corum

Excellent

Liz,

So Robert would know for certain he'd come AFTER the animals in the fam? Sounds like a warm and cozy Christmas gathering group! Ouchie. Remind me to never make your mom or sister mad...

 Comment Written 18-Oct-2021

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reply by the author on 18-Oct-2021

I got a kick out of this! I wish I'd seen my uncle's reaction. He knew my sister had no human children. The name "Sweet Pea" was a giveaway for anyone reading it.

My mother would hold a grudge so tight it screamed for mercy. She had a loooong memory.

In truth, I can't be sure if my mother was in on this--my sister was intent on listing her pets and the paper automatically puts siblings last--regardless, it was certainly in character for my mother to construe such a stunt.

Comment from Robert Zimmerman

Excellent

Families are interesting groups. They are often willing to take far more from strangers then they are from their kin. I guess there were just a few things to clear up.

Robert

 Comment Written 18-Oct-2021

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reply by the author on 18-Oct-2021

I got a kick out of this! I wish I'd seen my uncle's reaction. He knew my sister had no human children. The name "Sweet Pea" was a giveaway for anyone reading it.

My mother would hold a grudge so tight it screamed for mercy. She had a loooong memory.

In truth, I can't be sure if my mother was in on this--my sister was intent on listing her pets and the paper automatically puts siblings last--regardless, it was certainly in character for my mother to construe such a stunt.

Comment from Sanku

Excellent

She must have been nurturing a deep seated resentment .Such resentments are supposed to harm the persons them selves. But your mother seems to be alright.Revenge is a strong word .i think it was a bit of 'giving it back' when she got a chance...

 Comment Written 18-Oct-2021

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reply by the author on 18-Oct-2021

I got a kick out of this! I wish I'd seen my uncle's reaction. He knew my sister had no human children. The name "Sweet Pea" was a giveaway for anyone reading it.

My mother would hold a grudge so tight it screamed for mercy. She had a loooong memory.

In truth, I can't be sure if my mother was in on this--my sister was intent on listing her pets and the paper automatically puts siblings last--regardless, it was certainly in character for my mother to construe such a stunt.

Comment from royowen

Excellent

It's amazing how little things can irritate and remain unresolved in our collective, (although I've tried to deal with mine, it's tough, they whisper their nonsense in our ears, heh heh) but this is a classic, I guess most people couldn't be bothered. Beautifully written Liz, blessings Roy

 Comment Written 17-Oct-2021

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reply by the author on 17-Oct-2021

I got a kick out of this! I wish I'd seen my uncle's reaction. He knew my sister had no human children. The name "Sweet Pea" was a giveaway for anyone reading it.

My mother would hold a grudge so tight it screamed for mercy. She had a loooong memory.

In truth, I can't be sure if my mother was in on this--my sister was intent on listing her pets and the paper automatically puts siblings last--regardless, it was certainly in character for my mother to construe such a stunt.

reply by royowen on 18-Oct-2021

My sister?s a little like that

Comment from Mary Shifman

Excellent

Well they do say that what goes around comes around. I wonder what you uncle had to say about it. Did he get it? Was he offended or did he see the humor in it? Your posts always make me smile.

 Comment Written 17-Oct-2021

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reply by the author on 17-Oct-2021

I got a kick out of this! I wish I'd seen my uncle's reaction. He knew my sister had no human children. The name "Sweet Pea" was a giveaway for anyone reading it.

My mother would hold a grudge so tight it screamed for mercy. She had a loooong memory.

In truth, I can't be sure if my mother was in on this--my sister was intent on listing her pets and the paper automatically puts siblings last--regardless, it was certainly in character for my mother to construe such a stunt.

Comment from LisaMay

Excellent

Of course pets are family members, even more so to childless women. This shows a vindictive woman with a long memory, not a good quality for family harmony, unless the brother-in-law has a terrific sense of humour to appreciate the point-scoring.

 Comment Written 17-Oct-2021

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reply by the author on 17-Oct-2021

I got a kick out of this! I wish I'd seen my uncle's reaction. He knew my sister had no human children. The name "Sweet Pea" was a giveaway for anyone reading it.

My mother would hold a grudge so tight it screamed for mercy. She had a loooong memory.

In truth, I can't be sure if my mother was in on this--my sister was intent on listing her pets and the paper automatically puts siblings last--regardless, it was certainly in character for my mother to construe such a stunt.

Comment from Judy Lawless

Excellent

I'm guessing your mother didn't see much of Robert over the years? It's too bad he'd tried to talk his brother out of marrying her. It seems like it worked out fine. Also too made that she carried that knowledge with her until this day. I wonder if Robert even cared. Funny. Thanks for sharing.

 Comment Written 17-Oct-2021

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reply by the author on 17-Oct-2021

I got a kick out of this! I wish I'd seen my uncle's reaction. He knew my sister had no human children. The name "Sweet Pea" was a giveaway for anyone reading it.

My mother would hold a grudge so tight it screamed for mercy. She had a loooong memory.

In truth, I can't be sure if my mother was in on this--my sister was intent on listing her pets and the paper automatically puts siblings last--regardless, it was certainly in character for my mother to construe such a stunt.

Comment from barbara.wilkey

Excellent

This is too funny. I think of my pets as family members. I hope your father would have approved. Sometimes people take themselves too seriously. I enjoyed reading and thank you for sharing.

 Comment Written 17-Oct-2021

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reply by the author on 17-Oct-2021

I got a kick out of this! I wish I'd seen my uncle's reaction. He knew my sister had no human children. The name "Sweet Pea" was a giveaway for anyone reading it.

My mother would hold a grudge so tight it screamed for mercy. She had a loooong memory.

In truth, I can't be sure if my mother was in on this--my sister was intent on listing her pets and the paper automatically puts siblings last--regardless, it was certainly in character for my mother to construe such a stunt.