When Blood Collides
Viewing comments for Chapter 6 "The Fatal Telephone Call"A family's love is tested.
31 total reviews
Comment from w.j.debi
Wow. Cutting her family off over one phone call seems extremely drastic. Especially since your sister was about to get what she wanted from her mother. What a temper. I know we all are immature I one way or another, but this is extreme.
Excellent story telling, Shari
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2015
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Wow. Cutting her family off over one phone call seems extremely drastic. Especially since your sister was about to get what she wanted from her mother. What a temper. I know we all are immature I one way or another, but this is extreme.
Excellent story telling, Shari
Comment Written 24-Feb-2015
reply by the author on 25-Feb-2015
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For all her high IQ and professional accomplishments, she tend to let her emotions take over. Thanks again for catching up.
Comment from michaelcahill
Whoo HOO! I'm not twenty chapters behind. That's some pretty shocking stuff. That's hard to believe she would just pull the plug so quickly and with no avenue left open. Wow. I can't imagine what would constitute a "second shook", but I'm on my way to find out! mikey
reply by the author on 06-Feb-2015
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Whoo HOO! I'm not twenty chapters behind. That's some pretty shocking stuff. That's hard to believe she would just pull the plug so quickly and with no avenue left open. Wow. I can't imagine what would constitute a "second shook", but I'm on my way to find out! mikey
Comment Written 06-Feb-2015
reply by the author on 06-Feb-2015
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Glad you took time to read this first. I still can't get over her drastic move and that was back in 1988 or 89. How one single decision can cost you plenty.
Comment from patcelaw
Interesting story Spitfire, I am glad I read it. My mother was good to cause splits in my family however us kids did get along very well when mom was not around.
Maybe the way things worked out fo your family it was for the best. Patricia
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2015
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Interesting story Spitfire, I am glad I read it. My mother was good to cause splits in my family however us kids did get along very well when mom was not around.
Maybe the way things worked out fo your family it was for the best. Patricia
Comment Written 28-Jan-2015
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2015
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My sister thought my mother caused splits between me and her. I didn't see it, though. I can't say things worked out for the best. More sorrow to come.
Comment from Margaret Snowdon
Barb is one to be applauded on her aim to hold a full professor's position at a university. And on how well she did... but is expecting a lot from mom. And she's behaving unreasonably.
A most impressive write, my friend - I wanted it to go on.
Margaret
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2015
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Barb is one to be applauded on her aim to hold a full professor's position at a university. And on how well she did... but is expecting a lot from mom. And she's behaving unreasonably.
A most impressive write, my friend - I wanted it to go on.
Margaret
Comment Written 28-Jan-2015
reply by the author on 28-Jan-2015
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I'm quite pleased at your compliments and the exceptional rating, Margaret. Thank you for commenting on my sister's success. I appreciate that.
Comment from Cat of Letters
Great telling of a dramatic an unfortunate event.
I do enjoy your writing in this series. It is crisp and concise.
Looking forward to the next episode.
Best wishes,
Alison
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2015
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Great telling of a dramatic an unfortunate event.
I do enjoy your writing in this series. It is crisp and concise.
Looking forward to the next episode.
Best wishes,
Alison
Comment Written 27-Jan-2015
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2015
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Thanks, Cat. I'm working on a couple of other things at the moment. Next week, part 7.
Comment from Leen1
This is a piece that has left me on edge, as I yearn to learn more. So seldom many in some families think they are entitled and use the disconnect tactic as punishment. Many find ,however, the punishment they serve may become their own misery to bear. Thanks again for sharing such profound memories.
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2015
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This is a piece that has left me on edge, as I yearn to learn more. So seldom many in some families think they are entitled and use the disconnect tactic as punishment. Many find ,however, the punishment they serve may become their own misery to bear. Thanks again for sharing such profound memories.
Comment Written 27-Jan-2015
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2015
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On edge is good. More surprises to come. My time for writing is limited, so be patient. I regret so much that Barb cut me from her life, even at Mom's funeral.
Comment from Phyllis Stewart
WOW! Your sister sure was a hothead. Talk about self-centered. If she can throw away her loving family just like that, you didn't lose anything of value. A similar thing happened with my brother, and my mom was hurt, but she and I just let him go. I see his kids, my nephews, and we visit across the country, but he refuses to speak to me, and that's just fine. Even his son John says he can't understand why his dad is like that.
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2015
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WOW! Your sister sure was a hothead. Talk about self-centered. If she can throw away her loving family just like that, you didn't lose anything of value. A similar thing happened with my brother, and my mom was hurt, but she and I just let him go. I see his kids, my nephews, and we visit across the country, but he refuses to speak to me, and that's just fine. Even his son John says he can't understand why his dad is like that.
Comment Written 27-Jan-2015
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2015
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I considered my sister a fragile lost sheep. I started her story in a novel last year called Trapped. Hope to finish it later on.
It's sad to see how sisters and brothers alienate themselves. Apparently, Domino 2 is going through a similar thing with his daughter as evident in his recent poem.
Comment from adewpearl
good background info about Barb
good natural-sounding conversation
purple-veined hand - I added the hyphen
insightful analysis of Mom's motivations for parenting as she does and giving into Barb and good look at how Barb guilts her into helping her
I agree with you, Grandma - add comma for direct address
Good insight into Barb's rash temper and how she holds a grudge
Brooke
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2015
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good background info about Barb
good natural-sounding conversation
purple-veined hand - I added the hyphen
insightful analysis of Mom's motivations for parenting as she does and giving into Barb and good look at how Barb guilts her into helping her
I agree with you, Grandma - add comma for direct address
Good insight into Barb's rash temper and how she holds a grudge
Brooke
Comment Written 27-Jan-2015
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2015
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Thanks, Brooke, for the detailed review. Commas and hyphens are my nemesis. Please keep nagging me. I'll get it eventually. :-)
I don't think I have any reviewer nominations left. I owe you one!
Comment from Carolyn 'Deaton' Stephens
Dear Shari,
It goes without being said that I am behind... so sorry.
I knew Barbara was selfish from other things you had written about her. But to be so harsh and disrespectful to your mother is in-excusable. So sorry you all had to go through this.
I thought this chapter was informative, presented realistically with an 'easy to feel' line of emotion.
And, it had facts concerning purchasing a condo. You are right, they seldom hold their value.
Well done, Carolyn
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2015
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Dear Shari,
It goes without being said that I am behind... so sorry.
I knew Barbara was selfish from other things you had written about her. But to be so harsh and disrespectful to your mother is in-excusable. So sorry you all had to go through this.
I thought this chapter was informative, presented realistically with an 'easy to feel' line of emotion.
And, it had facts concerning purchasing a condo. You are right, they seldom hold their value.
Well done, Carolyn
Comment Written 27-Jan-2015
reply by the author on 27-Jan-2015
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Thanks, Carolyn, for such an insightful review. She does eventually lose her shirt on that purchase.
Comment from Sasha
What a bomb to have dropped on your mother. She sounds a lot like my mother. She also hated discord in the family and often told one daughter what she thought she wanted to hear and the other what she thought she wanted to hear, creating some serious conflicts between us. This is also very sad. I am a firm believer in never lending money to friends or family. It is the best way to end or ruin a relationship.
reply by the author on 26-Jan-2015
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What a bomb to have dropped on your mother. She sounds a lot like my mother. She also hated discord in the family and often told one daughter what she thought she wanted to hear and the other what she thought she wanted to hear, creating some serious conflicts between us. This is also very sad. I am a firm believer in never lending money to friends or family. It is the best way to end or ruin a relationship.
Comment Written 26-Jan-2015
reply by the author on 26-Jan-2015
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I only loan money if I don't expect to get it back. As you say, it's the best way to destroy a friendship. Thanks for reviewing, sasha. I've missed you and am glad to get you back online.
