Spectre
Viewing comments for Chapter 17 "The Quiet"This is book two of a trilogy book 1 "Ghost"
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Comment from BethShelby
You can certainly sympathize with this lady have gone through violence yourself. Don't regret being able to remember everything. Only by remembering it, can you deal with it. Those who block unpleasant things from their member need years of therapy to pull it out of their subconcience so they can understand why they are so depressed and unable to deal with life. At least, this is what I believe. I remember everything too, but my past wasn't nearly as bad as yours.
reply by the author on 08-Dec-2023
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You can certainly sympathize with this lady have gone through violence yourself. Don't regret being able to remember everything. Only by remembering it, can you deal with it. Those who block unpleasant things from their member need years of therapy to pull it out of their subconcience so they can understand why they are so depressed and unable to deal with life. At least, this is what I believe. I remember everything too, but my past wasn't nearly as bad as yours.
Comment Written 07-Dec-2023
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Thank you for your insight and going directly to the issue. i
If you don't know you a question. I appreciate that about you! I appreciate your reviews too as always! I'm happy to see you here! Hope you have a great day!
Comment from Jim Wile
You built the tension beautifully in this chapter, Lea. You knew exactly what that mother was feeling from your own experience and could really empathize with her. She finally understood that you had experienced the same thing in your life. She felt sorry for you, but at the same time, I'm sure it gave her some solace that she was not the only one to face such horrors. You were very good to her and for her.
Her children may not have been the targets (yet) of his wrath, but one must feel for them as well to have to witness what their father does to their mother. How confusing that must be for them.
I feel for this poor woman because she feels stuck. This is what can happen when you make yourself dependent upon another for your livelihood. I know it may be part of their culture, but it doesn't work very well. I don't think a patriarchal society is ever a good thing. There should always be equality in a marriage and mutual decisions about how to do things.
Sorry, just philosophying a bit. On a lighter note, here's a joke I'll bet you haven't heard:
Guy goes to a psychiatrist. He's completely naked but wrapped in cellophane from head to toe. Doctor looks at him and says, "I can clearly see you're nuts."
reply by the author on 08-Dec-2023
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You built the tension beautifully in this chapter, Lea. You knew exactly what that mother was feeling from your own experience and could really empathize with her. She finally understood that you had experienced the same thing in your life. She felt sorry for you, but at the same time, I'm sure it gave her some solace that she was not the only one to face such horrors. You were very good to her and for her.
Her children may not have been the targets (yet) of his wrath, but one must feel for them as well to have to witness what their father does to their mother. How confusing that must be for them.
I feel for this poor woman because she feels stuck. This is what can happen when you make yourself dependent upon another for your livelihood. I know it may be part of their culture, but it doesn't work very well. I don't think a patriarchal society is ever a good thing. There should always be equality in a marriage and mutual decisions about how to do things.
Sorry, just philosophying a bit. On a lighter note, here's a joke I'll bet you haven't heard:
Guy goes to a psychiatrist. He's completely naked but wrapped in cellophane from head to toe. Doctor looks at him and says, "I can clearly see you're nuts."
Comment Written 07-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 08-Dec-2023
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One boob says to the other boob. That was a funny joke l o l
"We better get some support or they'll think we're nuts!" Haha! Thank you for that bit of levity it's required in this day and age, especially now. Thank you for your fine review and for your comments as always. I find valuable and honoured to receive them thanking my friend!
Comment from Jacob1395
I almost don't want to find out what happens next, but the story of your life is so well told. You are right in saying that we can often sense something's about to happen to us, that line really chilled me. I'm glad that you did have a friendship with Mrs D and her children and I could feel the warmth that was there. Another excellent piece, Lea.
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I almost don't want to find out what happens next, but the story of your life is so well told. You are right in saying that we can often sense something's about to happen to us, that line really chilled me. I'm glad that you did have a friendship with Mrs D and her children and I could feel the warmth that was there. Another excellent piece, Lea.
Comment Written 07-Dec-2023
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Thank you Jacob i'm glad you like this one! I appreciate your comments and your insight as well very much received by me. I appreciate your time and your fine rating too I hope you have a great day!
Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
Oh dear, I knew he'd be coming back. He's craving the adrenaline rush of confrontation and violence. An excellent, contemplative chapter here, Lea, as you assess the effects of abuse and their counter implications, sometimes, for resilience and vigilance on the part of the abused. A couple of small edits: element(a)ry; we(e)ping. Well done! Debbie x
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Oh dear, I knew he'd be coming back. He's craving the adrenaline rush of confrontation and violence. An excellent, contemplative chapter here, Lea, as you assess the effects of abuse and their counter implications, sometimes, for resilience and vigilance on the part of the abused. A couple of small edits: element(a)ry; we(e)ping. Well done! Debbie x
Comment Written 07-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 08-Dec-2023
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Got it? Thank you for the edit. I appreciate that too I might have missed one I do think I don't know I got them both perfect. Thank you! I appreciate and i'm honored to receive your rating as well and your kind comments. I hope you're doing well. Thank you for your time too!
Comment from JSD
A slightly happier episode to give us all a break from the horror. Thank you! As always this is written with different styles and each one is so effective. Well done and don't let up. X
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A slightly happier episode to give us all a break from the horror. Thank you! As always this is written with different styles and each one is so effective. Well done and don't let up. X
Comment Written 07-Dec-2023
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Thank you my friend! Truly honored to see your review and I really. I'm glad that you're reading along with me! Thank you I hope you have the most awesome day ever!
Comment from Jasmine Girl
l remember everything, too. I have a photographic memory. So I was a top student and got into the best college in China. But I had tones of trouble in college when I realized my life at home was so much more different than others. That was 40 years ago. I have been lucky with my own life. Coming here helped but it was hard at the beginning.
I liked that you used your scar to shut Mrs. D up. I wonder who was weeping, Mrs. D?
Looking forward to reading more.
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reply by the author on 08-Dec-2023
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l remember everything, too. I have a photographic memory. So I was a top student and got into the best college in China. But I had tones of trouble in college when I realized my life at home was so much more different than others. That was 40 years ago. I have been lucky with my own life. Coming here helped but it was hard at the beginning.
I liked that you used your scar to shut Mrs. D up. I wonder who was weeping, Mrs. D?
Looking forward to reading more.
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Comment Written 07-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 08-Dec-2023
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Hi, yes, thank you. It was Mrs. Dee weeping. I appreciate your kind review and your thoughtful comments appreciate you reading as well. I'm happy to have you heroes. Your opinion is take everything yourself. And other writers have to say seriously. Till thank you again I hope you have the best day!
Comment from Rachelle Allen
Another glorious poem to lead us off with. Seriously, Lea, they just become increasing memorable. What a FANTASTIC touch that is. I never would have thought to do that, but it's brilliant.
I'm not surprised you two bonded despite the language barrier. Abuse is a universal language...and the universal bonder of souls.
Great job piquing our curiosity about what will happen when the ogre returns. Ugh. Terrifying...and yet, I can't wait to read it.
xoxo
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Another glorious poem to lead us off with. Seriously, Lea, they just become increasing memorable. What a FANTASTIC touch that is. I never would have thought to do that, but it's brilliant.
I'm not surprised you two bonded despite the language barrier. Abuse is a universal language...and the universal bonder of souls.
Great job piquing our curiosity about what will happen when the ogre returns. Ugh. Terrifying...and yet, I can't wait to read it.
xoxo
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Comment Written 06-Dec-2023
reply by the author on 08-Dec-2023
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Thank you for your fabulous review of my friend. That's always on completely appreciating you and all that you do I wanted to receive your fine rating too I hope you have an amazing day. We will talk again very soon!
