This Time - That Time 3
Viewing comments for Chapter 18 "What's Going On?"Third book in the time travel trilogy
28 total reviews
Comment from Rachelle Allen
Well, I do appreciate you giving me a little reprieve there...but then the dread returned, reading that Mildred is probably back in that Wrong Time. Oy, Sandra. This is starting to give me a math headache. (Math has never been my strong suit. In fact, the joke in our family is that the reason I do what I do for a living is because all the math it requires is the ability to count to four...and I can do that. I'm good at money math [no doubt, a Jewish Thing], but anything abstract --algebra, geometry, trigonometry-- I find unbearable. Every fourth period in high school, I would have to concentrate SOO hard and figure my way through the miasma that was synonymous with problem-solving numbers, that it gave me a massive daily headache.) But, at least with this situation, relief is but another chapter or two away. So I will carry on! Oy!
reply by the author on 27-Jun-2019
Well, I do appreciate you giving me a little reprieve there...but then the dread returned, reading that Mildred is probably back in that Wrong Time. Oy, Sandra. This is starting to give me a math headache. (Math has never been my strong suit. In fact, the joke in our family is that the reason I do what I do for a living is because all the math it requires is the ability to count to four...and I can do that. I'm good at money math [no doubt, a Jewish Thing], but anything abstract --algebra, geometry, trigonometry-- I find unbearable. Every fourth period in high school, I would have to concentrate SOO hard and figure my way through the miasma that was synonymous with problem-solving numbers, that it gave me a massive daily headache.) But, at least with this situation, relief is but another chapter or two away. So I will carry on! Oy!
Comment Written 26-Jun-2019
reply by the author on 27-Jun-2019
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Your reviews have me splitting my sides with laughter, Rachelle, you know how to boost an old dear's ego! lol. I was useless at all those subjects in school, too. But give me the wrong change, or overcharge me, and I'm as hot as a furnace! :)) xxx
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We'll add that to our ever-burgeoning trove of Things We Have In Common!
Comment from Mustang Patty
Hi, Sandra,
The conundrum of parallel universes always causes problems in time travel stories, and I'm glad you are exploring it here. I do hope Mildred hasn't gone off into another time, but since things changed drastically, it could be possible.
I'm just glad Veronica made it home.
Looking forward to the next chapter,
~Mustang Patty~
reply by the author on 10-Dec-2018
Hi, Sandra,
The conundrum of parallel universes always causes problems in time travel stories, and I'm glad you are exploring it here. I do hope Mildred hasn't gone off into another time, but since things changed drastically, it could be possible.
I'm just glad Veronica made it home.
Looking forward to the next chapter,
~Mustang Patty~
Comment Written 10-Dec-2018
reply by the author on 10-Dec-2018
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At least Mildred knew about the porthole, and took a chance that Ann would be there. It's handy that Veronica and her family still live in the original cottage, it makes things so much easier for me. :)) Thank you so much, Patty. :)) Sandra xxx
Comment from rspoet
Hello Sandra,
Another excellent chapter for the book
The timing to bring her back to her own reality is perfect
The Powers finally did something right. lol
Of course, the answer lies not in 1996 but back in WWI
where the door to the alternate reality was opened.
I imagine this is all a little mind-boggling to James.
What a guy, to believe all these fantastic tales and not have Veronica taken away for observation.
One might say the same thing about Graham. lol
Excellent work, my friend
Robert
reply by the author on 10-Dec-2018
Hello Sandra,
Another excellent chapter for the book
The timing to bring her back to her own reality is perfect
The Powers finally did something right. lol
Of course, the answer lies not in 1996 but back in WWI
where the door to the alternate reality was opened.
I imagine this is all a little mind-boggling to James.
What a guy, to believe all these fantastic tales and not have Veronica taken away for observation.
One might say the same thing about Graham. lol
Excellent work, my friend
Robert
Comment Written 09-Dec-2018
reply by the author on 10-Dec-2018
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I just read your review out to Graham ... He agreed with you, LOL! Santa won't be coming to see him!!! Thank you so much for another lovely review, and all those pretty stars, Robert. Yes, Veronica will be moving on again soon, but the Powers are hoping that James can contribute something while she is with him. We will see. Big hugs, my friend! :)) Sandra xxxx
Comment from Pam (respa)
-A good chapter, Sandra.
-I like how the powers now
"respect and appreciate" Ver., and want
to give her time with her family.
-That is so important. It is nice
to see the family together.
-Ver. has James for support,
and their children to enjoy.
-They get a chance to be with
their parents, and be themselves.
-The ending presents a mystery-
where is Mildred, and what is
she doing, and will that add
more complications for Ver.?
-These are just a few questions
for her to figure out, and maybe more!
-Please accept a virtual 6, my friend.
reply by the author on 10-Dec-2018
-A good chapter, Sandra.
-I like how the powers now
"respect and appreciate" Ver., and want
to give her time with her family.
-That is so important. It is nice
to see the family together.
-Ver. has James for support,
and their children to enjoy.
-They get a chance to be with
their parents, and be themselves.
-The ending presents a mystery-
where is Mildred, and what is
she doing, and will that add
more complications for Ver.?
-These are just a few questions
for her to figure out, and maybe more!
-Please accept a virtual 6, my friend.
Comment Written 09-Dec-2018
reply by the author on 10-Dec-2018
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Thank you so very much for another wonderful review, Pam! You're are so right, Veronica has loads to try and sort out, but hopefully James will be able to help her find a few answers. He's good at that!!! Don't ever worry about sixes, your virtual one is just as pretty. :)) This is her hardest assignment so far. Those Powers aren't being very kind to her at the moment!! Biggest hugs, my dear friend. :)) Sandra xxxx
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You are very welcome, Sandra. James is a big help, and being an objective observer since he doesn't time travel is an advantage for Ver. with his sage suggestions!
Comment from Ulla
Wow, Sandra, what the heck is going on? Mildred is left behind, but Veronica has a break home with her beloved family. I can't figure out what it is that the Powers to be are trying to do. Well, I just have to wait and see. This is fantastic writing and story. I love it. A big hug. Ulla xxxx
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2018
Wow, Sandra, what the heck is going on? Mildred is left behind, but Veronica has a break home with her beloved family. I can't figure out what it is that the Powers to be are trying to do. Well, I just have to wait and see. This is fantastic writing and story. I love it. A big hug. Ulla xxxx
Comment Written 09-Dec-2018
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2018
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Thank you so much, Ulla, that is so nice of you. I've just posted the next part, I really need to finish this book early in the new year. Where is your next part?? Big hugs, my friend. xxxx Sandra xxx
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Looking forward to reading the next. My next part should be posted in a few hours. I've been so busy this week. And today it's been 25 degrees, I'm still sitting outside just gon on to FS To good to be onthe computer xxx
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Now that is just being a show-off! I'm freezing my butt off here!
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I know, I'm sorry! Well, not really, I just love it xx By the way, I'm posting in the next five minutes.
Comment from Sugarray77
Wow, Sandra, what great tension and angst you have included in this write. Very well crafted and an important piece to this overall puzzle. Good job!!
Melissa
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2018
Wow, Sandra, what great tension and angst you have included in this write. Very well crafted and an important piece to this overall puzzle. Good job!!
Melissa
Comment Written 08-Dec-2018
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2018
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Thank you so much, Melissa, for another encouraging review. I'm so pleased you enjoyed this part. Big hugs, my friend. :)) Sandra xx
Comment from barbara.wilkey
Veronica has to solve this problem so Mildred can return. You are doing a great job writing this. I dearly love reading every word. Thank you for this.
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2018
Veronica has to solve this problem so Mildred can return. You are doing a great job writing this. I dearly love reading every word. Thank you for this.
Comment Written 08-Dec-2018
reply by the author on 09-Dec-2018
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Thank you so much, Barbara for the lovely six stars, you are really kind! I'm so pleased you are enjoying my story. Lots for Veronica to sort out now!! :)) Big hugs, my friend. Sandra xx
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
You did a great job with this chapter, Sandra. I like the intro where the powers to be are discussing the situation. I like that Veronica was returned to her time for a while. It is interesting about WW1 and what will have to happen to set things right. Thanks for sharing. Jan
reply by the author on 08-Dec-2018
You did a great job with this chapter, Sandra. I like the intro where the powers to be are discussing the situation. I like that Veronica was returned to her time for a while. It is interesting about WW1 and what will have to happen to set things right. Thanks for sharing. Jan
Comment Written 08-Dec-2018
reply by the author on 08-Dec-2018
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Thank you so much, Jan. Things are going to get a little complicated for Veronica now. Lot to sort out Big hugs, my friend. :)) Sandra xxx
Comment from tfawcus
Glad I saved a six for this one! Veronica's delight at being reunited with her family is told with such vibrancy. The machinations of 'the powers that be' are still a bit of a mystery to me, and I shall have to go back a bit to see who Mrs Humphries is - I think I may have missed that chapter. You are handling the concept of two parallel times with the skill of a seasoned juggler!
reply by the author on 08-Dec-2018
Glad I saved a six for this one! Veronica's delight at being reunited with her family is told with such vibrancy. The machinations of 'the powers that be' are still a bit of a mystery to me, and I shall have to go back a bit to see who Mrs Humphries is - I think I may have missed that chapter. You are handling the concept of two parallel times with the skill of a seasoned juggler!
Comment Written 08-Dec-2018
reply by the author on 08-Dec-2018
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Thank you so much for the six stars, Tony! I've never got one left on a Saturday, so I'm in awe of you and very grateful. Mrs Humphries is the reason Veronica was first sent back in time. It was the beginning of the Trilogy. She was responsible for having Mrs Humphries put into a nursing home so her boss could knock her cottage down and build a Spa club. That's when the Powers decided to teach her a lesson and put Veronica in Mrs Humphries body to live parts of her life. Veronica was so full of guilt when she saw what the poor lady had been put through. The powers brought her back before the deed was done, and that's how she also met Mildred, who was Mrs Humphries maid. Unfortunately, after Veronica had managed to save the cottage, Mrs Humphries died in hospital of a heart attack. It was a nice ending, because Veronica got to see Mrs Humphries reunited with her late husband who was killed in the war. It was at that time that Veronica met James, he was the doctor looking after Mrs Humphries.
Phew! I hope that makes it easier for you to follow. The first and second book in the series has been published, but this one I'm going to send around the agents. Having tried for the first book and told that no publisher will take on a new author unless they are guaranteed at least three books, I'm hoping this time I might stand a chance. If not, I will publish it myself anyway.
Thank you again, my friend, for the lovely review and your wonderful support. :)) Sandra xxx
Comment from Mistydawn
That must be so hard on her, timewarping back and forth like that, flipping bewtween two worlds not knowing if, when she'll see her family again. Now that mildred is gone I have a feeling things are going to get a whole lot worse. The story is very well-written, interesting, the characters, their action, diaolgue, emotions draws you right in to the story. Great job as always.
reply by the author on 07-Dec-2018
That must be so hard on her, timewarping back and forth like that, flipping bewtween two worlds not knowing if, when she'll see her family again. Now that mildred is gone I have a feeling things are going to get a whole lot worse. The story is very well-written, interesting, the characters, their action, diaolgue, emotions draws you right in to the story. Great job as always.
Comment Written 07-Dec-2018
reply by the author on 07-Dec-2018
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Aww, thank you, Mistydawn, for another of your lovely reviews. That is so kind of you!! Big hugs, my friend. :)) Sandra xx