Chasing the Elusive Dream
Viewing comments for Chapter 20 "School Daze"A southern couple's journey in the 60's,70's & 80'
36 total reviews
Comment from Begin Again
Raising kids had it's good moments and lots of bad ones, but I wouldn't take any of them away....even the painful ones. I look at mothers nowadays and wonder how we did it without all the "extras" they have today.
Smiles, Carol
reply by the author on 11-Jan-2022
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Raising kids had it's good moments and lots of bad ones, but I wouldn't take any of them away....even the painful ones. I look at mothers nowadays and wonder how we did it without all the "extras" they have today.
Smiles, Carol
Comment Written 11-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 11-Jan-2022
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Thank you Carol. It was like an adventure. I'm not involved with making decision about kids any more, but I think you are still facing more than you share of challenges.
Beth
Comment from Seshadri_Sreenivasan
I really wonder how you managed such difficult multi-tasking responsibilities. Raising children and instilling good ethical, mental, personal and physical attitudes in children is necessary. This selfless, unconditional love and nurturing are what turns a bud into a blossoming flower. Much enjoyed your lovely story. Thanks for sharing!
reply by the author on 09-Jan-2022
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I really wonder how you managed such difficult multi-tasking responsibilities. Raising children and instilling good ethical, mental, personal and physical attitudes in children is necessary. This selfless, unconditional love and nurturing are what turns a bud into a blossoming flower. Much enjoyed your lovely story. Thanks for sharing!
Comment Written 09-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 09-Jan-2022
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Thank you for the review. This is one of the chapter the prologue you read is for. Like I said the stories can stand alone.
Beth
Comment from Ulla
Oh dear, Beth, you didn't have an easy time of it did you? I can see how difficult it could be to work with three children, especially when you could be contacted all the time.
I had to laugh about little Don when he received an 'reward for being retarded' wonderful writing. Ulla:)))
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2022
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Oh dear, Beth, you didn't have an easy time of it did you? I can see how difficult it could be to work with three children, especially when you could be contacted all the time.
I had to laugh about little Don when he received an 'reward for being retarded' wonderful writing. Ulla:)))
Comment Written 07-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 07-Jan-2022
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Thank you, Ulla. It wasn't always easy but the kids were fun when they weren't driving us nuts. They've given me memories that have lasted all these years.
Beth
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I know, that's how it is.
Comment from lyenochka
Oh my goodness! It's like you were working four jobs at once! Yes, working while having children is really hard - especially if they keep calling you. I'm glad you saved up some moments of hilarity in the middle of it all. Poor Carol - you know it's an emergency in her case. She wouldn't call you otherwise! Hope her nose recovered well.
reply by the author on 06-Jan-2022
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Oh my goodness! It's like you were working four jobs at once! Yes, working while having children is really hard - especially if they keep calling you. I'm glad you saved up some moments of hilarity in the middle of it all. Poor Carol - you know it's an emergency in her case. She wouldn't call you otherwise! Hope her nose recovered well.
Comment Written 06-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 06-Jan-2022
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Thank you Helen, She didn't do any permanent damage but she really got a painful lick. The tree didn't give a inch. LOL
Beth
Comment from Elizabeth Emerald
A "reward" for being "retarded"--this had me howling--Chuck got a big chuckle when I caught my breath and was able to tell him what was so funny. Priceless!
reply by the author on 06-Jan-2022
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A "reward" for being "retarded"--this had me howling--Chuck got a big chuckle when I caught my breath and was able to tell him what was so funny. Priceless!
Comment Written 06-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 06-Jan-2022
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Thanks for the review. It is great to see that big smile beneath the pink hair telling me my story made her laugh.
Beth
Comment from Ben Colder
Only a point. If you do the work then you get the pay. No matter male or female. I have worked both and understand. Even the boss has to leave on family matters. Good one, Beth.
reply by the author on 06-Jan-2022
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Only a point. If you do the work then you get the pay. No matter male or female. I have worked both and understand. Even the boss has to leave on family matters. Good one, Beth.
Comment Written 06-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 06-Jan-2022
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Thank you for the review and comments. I hope that is more the way people of today see it, but in sixties that way of thinking was very much the norm in the South.
Beth
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For sure
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
Daze sums it up perfectly, Beth. You did a great job with all the info included. You kids really got into school in opposite ways--Don--gotta love him, and Carol, what a sweetie. The picture in their costumes is adorable--great job with the bygone look.
Thanks for sharing.
Respectfully, Jan
reply by the author on 06-Jan-2022
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Daze sums it up perfectly, Beth. You did a great job with all the info included. You kids really got into school in opposite ways--Don--gotta love him, and Carol, what a sweetie. The picture in their costumes is adorable--great job with the bygone look.
Thanks for sharing.
Respectfully, Jan
Comment Written 06-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 06-Jan-2022
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Thank you Jan, Don was my source of many a laugh, but he made he crazy at times.
Beth
Comment from Ric Myworld
Yes, it is the women to have to leave work, attend school functions, wipe snotty noses, or whatever else the children might need. Because for some reason, men's job are consider too important to interrupt. Hogwash! Men should be as responsible for the children's day to day needs as much as the women. Okay, that I was a wasted rant. LOL. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 06-Jan-2022
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Yes, it is the women to have to leave work, attend school functions, wipe snotty noses, or whatever else the children might need. Because for some reason, men's job are consider too important to interrupt. Hogwash! Men should be as responsible for the children's day to day needs as much as the women. Okay, that I was a wasted rant. LOL. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 06-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 06-Jan-2022
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LOL I might have taken you seriously if you hadn't already told me you sent your wife on vacations with the kids so you didn't have to deal with all the hassle. Thanks for the review.
Beth
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I am very serious, but I'm a man. And if I can get out of dealing with kids. I'll do whatever, even hide in the closet. LOL.
Comment from Mary Shifman
I really liked this story. It made me laugh out loud. Kids really do say the darnedest things. I'm amazed that you could put together those cute costumes on such short notice, too. One of the things I like about your stories is that they stand alone so if you happen to miss one, you can still read, understand and enjoy the next one. Well done.
reply by the author on 06-Jan-2022
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I really liked this story. It made me laugh out loud. Kids really do say the darnedest things. I'm amazed that you could put together those cute costumes on such short notice, too. One of the things I like about your stories is that they stand alone so if you happen to miss one, you can still read, understand and enjoy the next one. Well done.
Comment Written 06-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 06-Jan-2022
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Thank you Mary. I so glad you found it funny. I try to make the stories stand alone.
Beth
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You are welcome.
Comment from Iza Deleanu
Your kids are funny, you got a bunch of joy and cheer:) no wonder where you get your inspiration from. I laugh reading this story, thank you for sharing and good luck with your writings.
reply by the author on 06-Jan-2022
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Your kids are funny, you got a bunch of joy and cheer:) no wonder where you get your inspiration from. I laugh reading this story, thank you for sharing and good luck with your writings.
Comment Written 06-Jan-2022
reply by the author on 06-Jan-2022
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Thank you Iza, They were fun when they weren't driving me crazy. I got you got a laugh from this.
Beth
