Chasing the Elusive Dream
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Comment from Shirley E Kennedy
Oh the joys of motherhood and times three.
A lovely story which details the joys and fears of impending motherhood and the path ahead.
The image is delightful.
Blessings
Shirley
reply by the author on 01-Jan-2022
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Oh the joys of motherhood and times three.
A lovely story which details the joys and fears of impending motherhood and the path ahead.
The image is delightful.
Blessings
Shirley
Comment Written 26-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 01-Jan-2022
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Thank you Shirley, I appreciate the review and comments
Beth
Comment from RShipp
What a fun memory to have. Congratulation.
I am so glad that Carol got her wish. I had always wished for a little brother. Didn't happen.
Enjoyed!
reply by the author on 24-Dec-2021
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What a fun memory to have. Congratulation.
I am so glad that Carol got her wish. I had always wished for a little brother. Didn't happen.
Enjoyed!
Comment Written 24-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 24-Dec-2021
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Thank you so much for the review and comments. That was a fun memory . When that male twin got older his wish was for a brother. He got another sister instead. He felt women were taking over his life.
Beth
Comment from Melodie Michelle
Congratulations on being RECOGNIZED and on receiving ALL TIME BEST! Excellent story my friend and I adore the characters and the imagery;-) This was well thought out and well written!
Thank you for sharing and many blessings to you and your family this Christmas;-)
reply by the author on 24-Dec-2021
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Congratulations on being RECOGNIZED and on receiving ALL TIME BEST! Excellent story my friend and I adore the characters and the imagery;-) This was well thought out and well written!
Thank you for sharing and many blessings to you and your family this Christmas;-)
Comment Written 24-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 24-Dec-2021
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Thank you Melodie, I'm glad you like this. It is a very memory for me. It was exciting to know we would be adding two members to the family.
Beth
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Comment from zanya
This is simply a heartwarming real-life tale of family life with all its surprises and joys and jolts along the way -told with with both wit and candour
reply by the author on 24-Dec-2021
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This is simply a heartwarming real-life tale of family life with all its surprises and joys and jolts along the way -told with with both wit and candour
Comment Written 23-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 24-Dec-2021
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Thank you so much Zanya. I'm so glad you liked this and I really appreciate the six stars.
Beth
Comment from Ulla
Hi, Beth, I know I'm not reading this in the right order, but it doesn't really see to matter. I just love to follow all the tribulations you and your family went through. I can understand the shock when you found out you were having twins. I love to follow up this. It's so engaging and well written. Ulla:)))
reply by the author on 23-Dec-2021
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Hi, Beth, I know I'm not reading this in the right order, but it doesn't really see to matter. I just love to follow all the tribulations you and your family went through. I can understand the shock when you found out you were having twins. I love to follow up this. It's so engaging and well written. Ulla:)))
Comment Written 23-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 23-Dec-2021
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Thank you Ulla. It is that important that it be in order. I originally wrote these as stand along stories. I'm glad you like htem.
Beth
Comment from Begin Again
Wow, Beth! Twins! And both of them at healthy birth weights, that was awesome. It would be so nice if they stayed so cute and adorable, but I guess life is what it is.... some stay wonderful, and others find their own way.
Hugs, Carol
reply by the author on 22-Dec-2021
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Wow, Beth! Twins! And both of them at healthy birth weights, that was awesome. It would be so nice if they stayed so cute and adorable, but I guess life is what it is.... some stay wonderful, and others find their own way.
Hugs, Carol
Comment Written 22-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 22-Dec-2021
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LOL. In some ways, my kids are still wonderful. In other ways, they are all capable of driving me a little bit crazy, some more than others. I glad I brought all of them into the world but I'd like to have at least one of them some professional help early on.
Comment from Mary Shifman
This is a lovely story. It's amazing how circumstances fall into place, isn't it. First you lose your job then you get pregnant with twins. Maybe Carol was on to something.
reply by the author on 22-Dec-2021
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This is a lovely story. It's amazing how circumstances fall into place, isn't it. First you lose your job then you get pregnant with twins. Maybe Carol was on to something.
Comment Written 22-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 22-Dec-2021
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Thank you Mary, It is amazing how things work out. You first thought is it is a bad thing but it often turns out to just the right thing.
Beth
Comment from Mary Kay Bonfante
What a great chapter! Gull 'n boy, huh? Little Carol really did get her wish! Of course, having read most of your other book, I already knew what you were carrying around. Carol was a real cutie. You didn't have too many actual family photos in your other book, unless I've just been away from it for too long.
My list of suggestions:
It seemed like the prefect solution.
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It seemed like the perfect solution.
There must have been twenty or thirty girls my age or younger doing various jobs.
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There must have been twenty or thirty girls my age or younger, doing various jobs.
O.K. at least this time,
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Okay, at least this time,
She had a nicely rounded bottom and wore short tight skirts to show it off.
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She had a nicely rounded bottom and wore short, tight skirts to show it off.
I might have gone insane by now if I'd stayed in that madhouse.
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I might have gone insane by now, if I'd stayed in that madhouse.
"Bro n' sisser"
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"Bro 'n sisser."
"Gull n' Boy" I want gull n' boy."
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"Gull 'n Boy." I want gull 'n boy."
The middle of November,
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In the middle of November,
"Hmm., There is something going on here.
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"Hmm, there is something going on here.
You're joking, aren't you?.
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You're joking, aren't you?
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I'm sorry I haven't been around much. My personal life has been very difficult, mostly apartment stuff, but Jorge and I are facing other difficult circumstances that I can't really go into. We've never faced so many challenges, simultaneously. Please keep praying for us, and for my mother. Thank you.
reply by the author on 22-Dec-2021
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What a great chapter! Gull 'n boy, huh? Little Carol really did get her wish! Of course, having read most of your other book, I already knew what you were carrying around. Carol was a real cutie. You didn't have too many actual family photos in your other book, unless I've just been away from it for too long.
My list of suggestions:
It seemed like the prefect solution.
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It seemed like the perfect solution.
There must have been twenty or thirty girls my age or younger doing various jobs.
-->
There must have been twenty or thirty girls my age or younger, doing various jobs.
O.K. at least this time,
-->
Okay, at least this time,
She had a nicely rounded bottom and wore short tight skirts to show it off.
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She had a nicely rounded bottom and wore short, tight skirts to show it off.
I might have gone insane by now if I'd stayed in that madhouse.
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I might have gone insane by now, if I'd stayed in that madhouse.
"Bro n' sisser"
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"Bro 'n sisser."
"Gull n' Boy" I want gull n' boy."
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"Gull 'n Boy." I want gull 'n boy."
The middle of November,
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In the middle of November,
"Hmm., There is something going on here.
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"Hmm, there is something going on here.
You're joking, aren't you?.
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You're joking, aren't you?
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I'm sorry I haven't been around much. My personal life has been very difficult, mostly apartment stuff, but Jorge and I are facing other difficult circumstances that I can't really go into. We've never faced so many challenges, simultaneously. Please keep praying for us, and for my mother. Thank you.
Comment Written 22-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 22-Dec-2021
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Thank you for a wonderful review and for your eagle eye. I 'm so sorry here hat things haven't be going well for you lately. You, George, and your mother will continue to be in my prayers. I hope this Christmas season brings some cheer into your life.
Beth
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You're very welcome, my friend. Thank you so much for your prayers, they mean a lot. God bless you, too. Yes, Christmas is always welcome for lifting one's heart. Love, Mary Kay xoxo
Comment from prettybluebirds
Carol sure is a cutie. I can't imagine having three children that close together, it must have been an interesting time. I came from a family of 12 children and some of us were only a couple of years apart. I love this story and bless you and your family.
reply by the author on 22-Dec-2021
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Carol sure is a cutie. I can't imagine having three children that close together, it must have been an interesting time. I came from a family of 12 children and some of us were only a couple of years apart. I love this story and bless you and your family.
Comment Written 21-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 22-Dec-2021
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Thank you for the delightful review and comments. With twelve children, I don't know how you poor mom survived. Hopefully you all were far enough apart to help with the younger ones.
Beth
Comment from Elizabeth Emerald
Congrats! Congrats! I always wanted boy/girl twins. Delightful chapter--at least you didn't have to contend with the pincher for long, but what a shock it must have been to get laid off. Brilliant bit with being in the oven long enough to be well done.
reply by the author on 22-Dec-2021
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Congrats! Congrats! I always wanted boy/girl twins. Delightful chapter--at least you didn't have to contend with the pincher for long, but what a shock it must have been to get laid off. Brilliant bit with being in the oven long enough to be well done.
Comment Written 21-Dec-2021
reply by the author on 22-Dec-2021
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Thank you, Elizabeth. I'm glad you like this chapter. You know cute little twins do grow up to give you twice the trouble, don't you? LOL
Beth
