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Comment from lyenochka
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I like your pink armadillo! He's a character and I like the
snort that is " like the lower note of a saxophone. " Good characterization and I like the narrator's pleasant way of building up his relationship with him.

 Comment Written 10-Oct-2019


reply by the author on 10-Oct-2019
    You know, the little critters do 'snort' a bit when they're digging... cute (although their digging makes my husband CRAZY!!) but I thought it needed to be brought forward as a bit more musical and definitely not when he was digging...LOL! ;) :) Thanx for the review, Helen, and you take care! ;) Yvette
Comment from poetwatch
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Yvette, I'm glad you decided to write your 500 word chapters again. I'm still missing Maggie but Sir Archie is OK. Still, if I was the Groundskeeper and I had a pink Knight the nights would be painted rainbow colors. :) Thank you for this entertaining story.

 Comment Written 09-Oct-2019


reply by the author on 10-Oct-2019
    LOL!! ;) Rainbow, eh? I'll keep that in mind! :) And don't worry, I'm working toward some other installments... just trying to get over the 'blues' that moved in a couple of weeks ago -- I'm getting there!! ;) :) Take care over there, Jose, and have a wonderful evening! ;) Yvette
Comment from Rikki66
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I have been waiting, I thought you might be teaching and not writing so I was patient. Sir Archie seems to be a character to be watched and I think will help Nicholas into the cabinet.
Rikki

 Comment Written 09-Oct-2019


reply by the author on 10-Oct-2019
    And you would be write -- the whole teaching gig is a bit of a bummer toward the end of the quarter, but grades are in and I'm breathing again! ;) :) LOL! Thanx for the review, Rikki, always so good to hear from you -- glad you enjoyed this chapter to the fun! ;) :) Yvette
reply by Rikki66 on 10-Oct-2019
    Your's is a welcome voice from the ether-net.
    Rikki


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Comment from Melonie Kirchoff
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Sir Archie the pink ninja armadillo is such a great character. His noble character reminds me of Reepicheep from the Chronicles of Narnia. Excited to read more from you!

 Comment Written 09-Oct-2019


reply by the author on 10-Oct-2019
    Sir Archie is great, isn't he?! LOL! A knight in his armor... and he's pink! ;) Thanx so much for catching up, Melonie -- I'll do my best to get another chapter out earlier than the usual once a month to make up for my 'skip' last month! ;) :) Take care out there! ;) Yvette
Comment from aryr
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Very well done Yvette, I really enjoyed this chapter, not only because Nicholas got to meet Sir Archibald, but he showed him his respect for a title, after initially wishing to call him Archie. Now they are off to the next adventure-the cabinet.

 Comment Written 09-Oct-2019


reply by the author on 10-Oct-2019
    You know, that was a purposeful inclusion as I'm hoping it demonstrates to the young reader the importance of respect to those that have earned it (even though they're smaller or different...). :) ;) Thanx for the review, ma'am, and for your continued support!! ;) Yvette
reply by aryr on 10-Oct-2019
    You are most welcome Yvette. Great job.
Comment from Debbie Pope
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This is such a charming tale. I like the names and the chivalry of it all. Everything is so formal and serious. That is such a nice relief from our haphazard world where kids like social media and drugs.
I look forward to the next chapter.

 Comment Written 09-Oct-2019


reply by the author on 10-Oct-2019
    Hooray!! You noticed that aspect... although I'm hoping it's not a detriment... sigh. :) :) Thanx so much for the review and those wonderful stars, MQ -- but, most of all, ma'am, thank you so very much for your continued support!! ;) It (and you!) give me my 'green light' to keep up with this writing bit... :) :) Thank you. Yvette :)
Comment from juliaSjames
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A pink armadillo, shocking! He's well cast as a knight since he has natural body armour. Guardian of the magic cabinet. I can't wait to learn what's inside.

Can you tell I spend a lot of time watching "episodes" with my grandkids? From this hard earned expertise I urge you to introduce another female character and/or upgrade Rosalind the rosebush.

Blessings Julia

 Comment Written 09-Oct-2019


reply by the author on 10-Oct-2019
    Don't worry, Julia, in addition to Rosa, there's another busy-body on her way soon... ;) :) Thanx so much for making me feel as though it's all worth it -- take care! ;) Yvette
reply by juliaSjames on 10-Oct-2019
    I'm a child at heart :-))
Comment from Mystic Angel 7777
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This is well penned with no evidence of SPAG to be had making for a smooth and enjoyable reading experience. The story progresses in a fluid and logical manner making it easy to follow. The dialog is consistent with both the characters and the setting. Well done and thank you very much for sharing it.

 Comment Written 09-Oct-2019


reply by the author on 10-Oct-2019
    Thanx so much for your review on this one, Angel -- much appreciated, ma'am! ;) :) I am so very grateful for your support!! ;) :) Yvette
Comment from Janetsue
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I especially like the warm sensitivity of this in the exchange about Sir Archibald's name. (Things like that tend to stick with me.) It is a lovely series and, as time allows, I do plan to go back and catch up on the chapters I haven't yet read. I'm positive it will be a sweet undertaking.) :-) Janet

 Comment Written 09-Oct-2019


reply by the author on 10-Oct-2019
    Oh, I'm so very glad you've decided to go back, Janet, and I hope you enjoy.... it's a young person's novel, but hopefully one that parents would enjoy reading with their young person to encourage discussions and reading! ;) :) Thanx for your support and enjoy the day! ;) Yvette
reply by Janetsue on 10-Oct-2019
    I often read YP books and have found that a great many of them are well-written and have intricate plot twists. :-)
Comment from Sally Law
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You've been in a serious writing deficit? Good grief woman, have you no pity on the rest of us? This was enchanting as always and endearing. I love Constantine. He sounds like me in the kitchen. I look forward to the continuing chapters. Sending you my best today as always,
Sally xo

 Comment Written 09-Oct-2019


reply by the author on 10-Oct-2019
    Yeah, I've been trying to 'find my mojo' ... not the muses, they seem to be doing okay on poems and really short things with no 'ties', but my drive on my fantasies seemed to take a hiatus last month... been doing lots of non-writing, non-school activities to hopefully entice it back (or at least let it know I'm not happy without making things up outside of reality - lol!!)... Thanx for your review on this one, Lady Sal -- and I think you in the kitchen would be a real hoot!! ;) Take care! ;) Yvette
reply by Sally Law on 10-Oct-2019
    Yes, ?What The Blind Girl Cooked? is on tonight, live from my kitchen. :]
reply by the author on 10-Oct-2019
    LOL! :) ;) I'll see if Constantine is available to help! ;) ;)