The Gardens at Weatherbury
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Comment from juliaSjames
Yvette, reading this is good for the soul and I can't begin to imagine what pleasure you got from penning the latest chapter in this delightful saga.
Even the title made me chuckle.
Now my dear friend I have a favour to ask. Our garden is a hot mess, badly in need of landscaping. Can you please send Nicholas and the crew over ASAP? I'm already visualizing that luminous vine on the garden wall. :+))
Stay safe and creative
Blessings Julia
reply by the author on 14-Oct-2020
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Yvette, reading this is good for the soul and I can't begin to imagine what pleasure you got from penning the latest chapter in this delightful saga.
Even the title made me chuckle.
Now my dear friend I have a favour to ask. Our garden is a hot mess, badly in need of landscaping. Can you please send Nicholas and the crew over ASAP? I'm already visualizing that luminous vine on the garden wall. :+))
Stay safe and creative
Blessings Julia
Comment Written 09-Oct-2020
reply by the author on 14-Oct-2020
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Oh, I'm so glad you think Nick and his crew could help out... I guess the first question would be: do you have a map of your gardens for Valentin to De-vine? ;) ;) ;) Thanx for keeping up with Nicholas and his crew, my lady -- I do so appreciate you! ;) Be sure to have a great day over there! :) Yvette
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Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
C10-An Enlightening Introduction
by Y. M. Roger
Hello, Yvette,
Wonderful chapter....very descriptive. I like Valantin introduction to Nicholas. The story is engaging throughout and especially the end makes one want more about the Devining. Well done, my friend.
reply by the author on 14-Oct-2020
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C10-An Enlightening Introduction
by Y. M. Roger
Hello, Yvette,
Wonderful chapter....very descriptive. I like Valantin introduction to Nicholas. The story is engaging throughout and especially the end makes one want more about the Devining. Well done, my friend.
Comment Written 09-Oct-2020
reply by the author on 14-Oct-2020
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Thanx for keeping up with Nicholas and his crew, Gypsy -- I do so appreciate you! ;) Be sure to have a great day over there! :) Yvette
Comment from robyn corum
Yvette,
Nice work! I thought we had already met a lot of the gang, but you keep adding wonderfully fascinating characters.
Notes:
1.) Archie clambered up (o)nto the rickety desk chair
2.) Archie clambered up into the rickety desk chair that made some very uneasy creaks and groans as he did so.
--> the 'as he did so' seems superfluous = edit?
3.) It increased with its clasping motions that were exaggerated
--> delete 'with'?
Great writing, as always~ Thanks so much!
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2020
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Yvette,
Nice work! I thought we had already met a lot of the gang, but you keep adding wonderfully fascinating characters.
Notes:
1.) Archie clambered up (o)nto the rickety desk chair
2.) Archie clambered up into the rickety desk chair that made some very uneasy creaks and groans as he did so.
--> the 'as he did so' seems superfluous = edit?
3.) It increased with its clasping motions that were exaggerated
--> delete 'with'?
Great writing, as always~ Thanks so much!
Comment Written 08-Oct-2020
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2020
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Thanx so much, Robyn, for those catches... always so appreciative of a second set of eyes! ;) Being the nut that I am, I think I just might be enjoying writing this one as much as I?m hoping young minds will enjoy reading it ? LOL!! ;) As always, thanx for keeping up with Nicholas & crew... :) You be sure to take care over there and stay dry today! ;) Yvette
P.S. Soooo.... you're looking for a single piece (like Lee's -- that's for example 'like' not written 'like') about dialogue... is that right?
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No, I have no ideas in mind - just an instructional
Comment from Robert Zimmerman
Hello Yevette.
There seems to be a lot of stuff going on inside in this chapter. The most unusual thing to me was the vine waved to Nicholas.
I have to say, if a vine waves to me, I'm leaving. Maintaining my sanity is hard enough these days without foliage waving to me.
As Nicholas is introduced to all of the other "characters" in the garden I'm guessing we will see much more interaction.
Z :-)))
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2020
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Hello Yevette.
There seems to be a lot of stuff going on inside in this chapter. The most unusual thing to me was the vine waved to Nicholas.
I have to say, if a vine waves to me, I'm leaving. Maintaining my sanity is hard enough these days without foliage waving to me.
As Nicholas is introduced to all of the other "characters" in the garden I'm guessing we will see much more interaction.
Z :-)))
Comment Written 08-Oct-2020
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2020
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LOL! Gotta agree with you on the vine sentiment there, Z. ;) ;)Thanx for keeping up with Nicholas and Crew - much appreciated, sir!! ;) Take care and enjoy the weekend! ;) Yvette
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Hey Yvette.
You're welcome. I hope you escape the latest hurricane with no issues.
Z 😁
Comment from Monica Chaddick
This was a very nice, descriptive piece. The imagery that you describe throughout makes it very easy for one to feel as though they are there with the characters. I especially liked it in the first paragraph when the flight trail of the imps was described.
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2020
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This was a very nice, descriptive piece. The imagery that you describe throughout makes it very easy for one to feel as though they are there with the characters. I especially liked it in the first paragraph when the flight trail of the imps was described.
Comment Written 08-Oct-2020
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2020
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So glad to have you on-board, Monica -- this is a fun easy-to-follow story that provides a complete 'escape-from-reality' for the reader (notice it's written for the pre-teen age group)... but PLEASE just drift on back a few chapters and catch up cuz we're loaded with fun here with Nicholas and his crew (and perhaps you may enjoy the distraction...? wink, wink)!! ;) You be sure to take care out there in your hotel corner of the universe and be careful of this latest mess headed y'all's way! ;) Yvette
Comment from CrystieCookie999
I liked reading this. Waving vine leaves and all the others in attendance with Constantine leading the way, it sounds like Nicholas is now officially the new Groundskeeper. I think younger readers will have to look up "iteration."
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2020
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I liked reading this. Waving vine leaves and all the others in attendance with Constantine leading the way, it sounds like Nicholas is now officially the new Groundskeeper. I think younger readers will have to look up "iteration."
Comment Written 08-Oct-2020
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2020
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Think it's best that they have to look up a word or two her and there, don't you? :) ;) I'm guessing that's the teacher (and mom!) in me - lol! ;) :) As always, thanx for keeping up with Nicholas & crew... :) You be sure to take care out there in your corner of the universe and enjoy the weekend! ;) Yvette
Comment from aryr
An absolutely great continuation chapter Yvette. You described the introduction of Valantin to Nicholas very well. You provided anticipation and eagerness throughout and especially the last paragraph making one want more information about the Devining. Very well done and very much enjoyed.
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2020
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An absolutely great continuation chapter Yvette. You described the introduction of Valantin to Nicholas very well. You provided anticipation and eagerness throughout and especially the last paragraph making one want more information about the Devining. Very well done and very much enjoyed.
Comment Written 08-Oct-2020
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2020
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Thanx so much, Alie ? glad Valentin caught your attention!! ;) I think I just might be enjoying writing this one as much as I?m hoping young minds will enjoy reading it ? LOL!! ;) As always, thanx for keeping up with Nicholas & crew... :) You be sure to take care out there in your corner of the universe, my lady, and enjoy the weekend! ;) Yvette
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You did a wonderful job Yvette and you are most welcome.
Comment from Bill Pinder
Yvonne, I have been waiting patiently for this next chapter. I would give you six stars if I had it. Thanks for continuing this amazing story from your vivid imagination. Bill
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2020
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Yvonne, I have been waiting patiently for this next chapter. I would give you six stars if I had it. Thanks for continuing this amazing story from your vivid imagination. Bill
Comment Written 08-Oct-2020
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2020
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Wow, Bill, your virtual six is wonderful, and I'm thrilled you enjoyed this one!! ;) I think I just might be enjoying writing this one as much as I?m hoping young minds will enjoy reading it ? LOL!! ;) As always, thanx for keeping up with Nicholas & crew... :) You be sure to take care out there in your corner of the universe and enjoy the weekend! ;) Yvette
Comment from Sally Law
Another magical chapter behind the pink door. So well done, dear one. Your imagination has run riot! I loved the luminous vine creeping out of the top drawer. So fun and creative.
Sending you my best today as always and blessings for your day,
Sal XOs....
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2020
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Another magical chapter behind the pink door. So well done, dear one. Your imagination has run riot! I loved the luminous vine creeping out of the top drawer. So fun and creative.
Sending you my best today as always and blessings for your day,
Sal XOs....
Comment Written 08-Oct-2020
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2020
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Thanx so much, Jose ? good to know you enjoyed this one!! ;) I think I just might be enjoying writing this one as much as I?m hoping young minds will enjoy reading it ? LOL!! ;) As always, thanx for keeping up with Nicholas & crew... :) You be sure to take care out there in your corner of the universe and enjoy the weekend! ;) Yvette
Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell
Another wonderful, colourful chapter to this amazing story, Yvette. I wonder what the new 'friend' will be like. The vine is certainly a beautiful thing going by your lovely description. The imagery in this part certainly gives us more to see as the story continues. It was lovely to see another chapter, my friend. Well done, can't wait to read then next part. I think I found a couple of my nits that wandered over to yours!! LOL Warm hugs, my friend. :) Sandra xx
"Groundskeeper Nicholas," Archie continued as (he) removed his hand
they may[,] be in trouble again... Does that comma need to be there?
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2020
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Another wonderful, colourful chapter to this amazing story, Yvette. I wonder what the new 'friend' will be like. The vine is certainly a beautiful thing going by your lovely description. The imagery in this part certainly gives us more to see as the story continues. It was lovely to see another chapter, my friend. Well done, can't wait to read then next part. I think I found a couple of my nits that wandered over to yours!! LOL Warm hugs, my friend. :) Sandra xx
"Groundskeeper Nicholas," Archie continued as (he) removed his hand
they may[,] be in trouble again... Does that comma need to be there?
Comment Written 08-Oct-2020
reply by the author on 09-Oct-2020
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Thanx so much, Sandra - so good to read your enthusiastic review, my lady!! ;) You know, I think I just might be enjoying writing this one as much as I?m hoping young minds will enjoy reading it ? LOL!! ;) As always, thanx for keeping up with Nicholas & crew... :) You be sure to take care over there in your corner of the universe and enjoy the weekend! ;) Yvette
