Negotiate the Negative
Why I have a tendency to say No.36 total reviews
Comment from Bill Schott
Wow, Beth. Those are some tip-of-the-iceberg-only information feeders you have there. The whole engine for class story is enough to cause one to carry a ball bat around to encourage upfront negotiations.
reply by the author on 10-May-2022
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Wow, Beth. Those are some tip-of-the-iceberg-only information feeders you have there. The whole engine for class story is enough to cause one to carry a ball bat around to encourage upfront negotiations.
Comment Written 10-May-2022
reply by the author on 10-May-2022
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Don't tell me mine are the only family members that don't give you the whole story. I'll be there are a lot of people who see the value of saying no. My son told me just last night, when his wife and kids ask anything the first word out of he mouth is "No". Of course, he blamed it on me teaching him to be negative.
Comment from Gert sherwood
Beth,
I found your way of how to Negotiate the Negative. I say in clever way of how you knew how to wangle your son to keep on the subject about getting the car where it would run.
Gert
reply by the author on 08-May-2022
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Beth,
I found your way of how to Negotiate the Negative. I say in clever way of how you knew how to wangle your son to keep on the subject about getting the car where it would run.
Gert
Comment Written 08-May-2022
reply by the author on 08-May-2022
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Thank Gert, I'm so glad you're back with us for now. I'm glad you liked my story.
Beth
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You are welcome Beth
Gert
Comment from Theodore McDowell
Lol, Beth! I can't imagine anyone calling you a negative person. A very wise poem--press the pause button before saying yes or no to a request in order to consider all of the consequences. I loved this post--a glimpse into life when you had kids at home.
reply by the author on 08-May-2022
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Lol, Beth! I can't imagine anyone calling you a negative person. A very wise poem--press the pause button before saying yes or no to a request in order to consider all of the consequences. I loved this post--a glimpse into life when you had kids at home.
Comment Written 07-May-2022
reply by the author on 08-May-2022
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Thank you Tim. I may be a bit negative, because my kids called me a burster of bubbles and a dream killer. Now they are out of my house, I'm feeling a bit more optimistic. LOL
Beth
Comment from Ulla
I love it, Beth, and I can so sympathise. Although I've never had a son, I can so sympathise with this. It also brought a smile on my face, if you don't mind me saying so. Ulla:)))
reply by the author on 08-May-2022
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I love it, Beth, and I can so sympathise. Although I've never had a son, I can so sympathise with this. It also brought a smile on my face, if you don't mind me saying so. Ulla:)))
Comment Written 07-May-2022
reply by the author on 08-May-2022
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Thank you Ulla. I glad you got a smile out of my attempt at humor which I found less that funny at the time.
Beth
Comment from damommy
I love it! I can certainly sympathize with you. While our sons were very content with the used cars we bought them, eventually, they spent a great deal of time (and their own money) keeping them running. Made them appreciate things more, I think. You certainly told your woes in a humous way that I enjoyed.
reply by the author on 07-May-2022
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I love it! I can certainly sympathize with you. While our sons were very content with the used cars we bought them, eventually, they spent a great deal of time (and their own money) keeping them running. Made them appreciate things more, I think. You certainly told your woes in a humous way that I enjoyed.
Comment Written 07-May-2022
reply by the author on 07-May-2022
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Thank you so much for the great review and the six stars. I'm glad you found the humor in this. I was hoping it would make people smile.
Beth
Comment from Ric Myworld
Yes, Beth, my dear, it sounds like you have been played more than a few times, as have I. Now they call me negative too. I used to wonder why old people were so negative, but now that I'm one of them, I've figured it all out. Because, they have heard and seen it all, and know darn well that there is more to the story than what's being told. Sorry, about the rambling, but you hit a sour spot. LOL. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 07-May-2022
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Yes, Beth, my dear, it sounds like you have been played more than a few times, as have I. Now they call me negative too. I used to wonder why old people were so negative, but now that I'm one of them, I've figured it all out. Because, they have heard and seen it all, and know darn well that there is more to the story than what's being told. Sorry, about the rambling, but you hit a sour spot. LOL. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 07-May-2022
reply by the author on 07-May-2022
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Thank you Ric, I'm glad you can identify with me. The good thing about being older, people expect you to be grouchy so you can get away with it. I'm glad you got a laugh.
Beth
Comment from nancy_e_davis
This sounds like home. I swear I am the only one who thinks through every situation. My oldest daughter was born with common sense but the rest of the family ... not so much. Yes, I remember the story about the car. Well done, Beth. I admit I am negative and I take a lot of convincing. LOL Good job. Nancy:)
reply by the author on 08-May-2022
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This sounds like home. I swear I am the only one who thinks through every situation. My oldest daughter was born with common sense but the rest of the family ... not so much. Yes, I remember the story about the car. Well done, Beth. I admit I am negative and I take a lot of convincing. LOL Good job. Nancy:)
Comment Written 07-May-2022
reply by the author on 08-May-2022
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Thank you Nancy, I'm glad you got a chuckle out of my attempt at humor; which I didn't find so funny back in the day.
Beth
Comment from Alcreator Litt Dear
Enough is enough, I could relate this story to other tales you already posted, it is quite natural, living experience in difficulties, in rearing up the children and keep the family to go and keeping your occupation and satisfying everyone and your husband, your tendency to say no is natural; well said, well done; post god speed more; positively encouraging editing, negatively not wording, forgiving errors of theist-good authors-writers. ALCREATOR LITT DEAR (D R)
reply by the author on 07-May-2022
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Enough is enough, I could relate this story to other tales you already posted, it is quite natural, living experience in difficulties, in rearing up the children and keep the family to go and keeping your occupation and satisfying everyone and your husband, your tendency to say no is natural; well said, well done; post god speed more; positively encouraging editing, negatively not wording, forgiving errors of theist-good authors-writers. ALCREATOR LITT DEAR (D R)
Comment Written 07-May-2022
reply by the author on 07-May-2022
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Thank you for another great review. I really appreciate you reading my work and comments.
Beth
Comment from lyenochka
I remember these stories! And no, you're not negative at all, just reasonable, rational, and very persevering! I liked your musing about what an archaeologist might wonder about that engine!
If your husbands asks, (husband)
It's sort of like the bills that pass through congress. (Congress) So funny!
Son, Don wasn't (Don, my son,) or just remove "Son," It becomes clear who Don is.
an act of congress to get one. (Congress)
reply by the author on 08-May-2022
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I remember these stories! And no, you're not negative at all, just reasonable, rational, and very persevering! I liked your musing about what an archaeologist might wonder about that engine!
If your husbands asks, (husband)
It's sort of like the bills that pass through congress. (Congress) So funny!
Son, Don wasn't (Don, my son,) or just remove "Son," It becomes clear who Don is.
an act of congress to get one. (Congress)
Comment Written 07-May-2022
reply by the author on 08-May-2022
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Thank you Helen. I hope your realize it this another of my tongue-in-cheek attempts at humor. I appreciate you pointing out the spags.
Beth
Comment from Spitfire
Dynamite details. I was ready to punch your son out for the stress he caused you and himself. Great humor with the tombstone reference. You also give two other great examples of family members leaving out details.
reply by the author on 07-May-2022
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Dynamite details. I was ready to punch your son out for the stress he caused you and himself. Great humor with the tombstone reference. You also give two other great examples of family members leaving out details.
Comment Written 06-May-2022
reply by the author on 07-May-2022
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Thank you so much for the review and comments. I enjoyed reading what you wrote and I appreciate the six stars.
Beth
