Comment from Day Z Chayn

Excellent

My guess is that the 'brother' who ruined your escapade took the dirty magazine and stuffed it down his pants to read later. LOL. He probably did this to compensate for not making enough 'whoopie' at home.

In some polygamist communities like the one you grew up in, emphasis is not particularly placed on reading or writing, save for 'scripture study'. In the case of
(fundamentalist) Mormons, the only appropriate reading (even for children) comes in the form of 'the standard works'

At least your family had a sense of humor about it all.

Blessings,
Shane

 Comment Written 02-Apr-2015

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reply by the author on 02-Apr-2015

Actually at the time I was in school you are right about education.
Boys were more apt to finish school and get a better education.
But my best friend a female became fully educated, It depended more on parents outlook, also money.
Two of my brothers became school teachers.
I did not get my high school finished until after I had my children. Although I did attend many classes away from my home town.
Now days many women have full education.
My problem with grammar is due to other problems.
Thank you for your review.

Comment from EMB

Excellent

So where was this scarecrow, exactly, thinking that it didn't belong to someone?? Haha! Sounds like someone was lucky they weren't shot at.

An interesting little snippet. :)

 Comment Written 25-Mar-2015

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reply by the author on 25-Mar-2015

Thank you.
This is a good memory of both sister and mom, long gone.

Comment from Walu Feral

Excellent

Hahahahaha! G'day mate. I got a real kick out of this story and the stunt in particular. I can just see what the look on the face of the religious man would be LOL. Great stuff, cheers Fez

 Comment Written 17-Mar-2015

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reply by the author on 17-Mar-2015

Thank you!
This is a time I recall with pleasure. It helps me remember that good times happen mixed in with the not so good times.

Comment from Jacob Collins

Excellent

A short and snappy piece which I enjoyed reading. I thought that your writing was well written although I did feel perhaps that it could use some more description and action in places. Overall a good piece...Jacob

 Comment Written 16-Mar-2015

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reply by the author on 16-Mar-2015

Thank you!

Comment from giraffmang

Good

Hi there,

I am pretty sure that the religious ones made good use of that magazine! I have no doubt.

This was an interesting little tale of rebellion. It felt a little disjointed, and it may be better to introduce family names rather than just sister and brother - even if they are substitute names.

GMG

seem's - seems

come into moms - mom's

 Comment Written 16-Mar-2015

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reply by the author on 16-Mar-2015

You are touching on a problem I realize I have in my writing.
Because my writing is about some living people, I have avoided names.
At one point I did sub names. I still find my stories too easy for those involved to recognize.
Thank you so much!

Comment from MissMerri

Excellent

This is such a funny tale set against a background of a mom in the hospital, which is anything but funny. I think it is well-told, and ends on a humorous note and a provocative question. I enjoyed reading it very much, and was prompted to want to read future chapters as well, so you've got me hooked.

 Comment Written 16-Mar-2015

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reply by the author on 16-Mar-2015

Thank you!
This story touches on fun things.
My book is so full of sadness, I want to show all was not bad.