Ben Paul Persons
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Comment from Jim Wile
I enjoyed hearing Ben Paul's philosophy about lying. All the examples he used made perfect sense. It certainly served him well against those carjackers.
Now we're faced with a new problem: what's up with Slim? It's heartwarming to see all the consternation for him, but I'll bet the crafty old guy is up to something exciting, and Mary will probably chastise him for leaving in the middle of the night without a word of warning.
Good chapter.
reply by the author on 06-Dec-2024
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I enjoyed hearing Ben Paul's philosophy about lying. All the examples he used made perfect sense. It certainly served him well against those carjackers.
Now we're faced with a new problem: what's up with Slim? It's heartwarming to see all the consternation for him, but I'll bet the crafty old guy is up to something exciting, and Mary will probably chastise him for leaving in the middle of the night without a word of warning.
Good chapter.
Comment Written 06-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 06-Dec-2024
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Thank you. I appreciate your very kind review.
Comment from Wendy G
An interesting chapter. Ben Paul was quick thinking and the crooks seemed to be a bit naive despite their apparent bravado. The problem of Slim's disappearance is concerning, and I sense finding him will not be easy.
Wendy
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reply by the author on 05-Dec-2024
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An interesting chapter. Ben Paul was quick thinking and the crooks seemed to be a bit naive despite their apparent bravado. The problem of Slim's disappearance is concerning, and I sense finding him will not be easy.
Wendy
Edit: he it rolled down. (rolled it down)
Comment Written 05-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 05-Dec-2024
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oops. Thanks for the catch.
And thank you for your very kind review.
Comment from lyenochka
I wonder where Slim would have gone. It's interesting how age affects the speculations.
I liked your explanation of the "situational ethics" and the Scripture passages for examples. I don't think that was ever explained in Sunday School!
reply by the author on 05-Dec-2024
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I wonder where Slim would have gone. It's interesting how age affects the speculations.
I liked your explanation of the "situational ethics" and the Scripture passages for examples. I don't think that was ever explained in Sunday School!
Comment Written 05-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 05-Dec-2024
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Thank you. Yes if Slim wasn't of 'dying' age...
Situational ethics is a slippery slope. Too often it merely justifies misbehavior.
Comment from Carol Hillebrenner
There is a problem that Slim is missing, but didn't he have that gold mine somewhere near Cerrillos? He maybe should have taken the rifle as there are cougars in the mountains. I'm interested to see where you are going with this. I know I've forgotten some of the interesting details.
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2024
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There is a problem that Slim is missing, but didn't he have that gold mine somewhere near Cerrillos? He maybe should have taken the rifle as there are cougars in the mountains. I'm interested to see where you are going with this. I know I've forgotten some of the interesting details.
Comment Written 04-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2024
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Thank you. We keep looking for Slim in the next chapter.
Comment from BethShelby
I'm glad you're back on this story. I got way behind and lost out on what was happening with the big truck story. I really enjoyed reading about these characters and you make these stories so interesting.
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2024
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I'm glad you're back on this story. I got way behind and lost out on what was happening with the big truck story. I really enjoyed reading about these characters and you make these stories so interesting.
Comment Written 04-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2024
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Thank you.
In the truck story, I killed Clyde at the end. But my daughter (and others) got so upset that I wrote an alternate ending where Clyde opened an 'Every Day Is Sunday' truck stop with showers, and frequent (short) church services every day with help from a big church who did a lot of volunteering. (My daughter cried, she was so happy - weird)
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I'm glad you decided to let Clyde liver or be resurrected. I think I'd go with the second ending.
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I'm glad you decided to let Clyde liver or be resurrected. I think I'd go with the second ending.
Comment from jim vecchio
When the pick up truck appeared, for an instant I thought we were back in your old novel combined with this one. But your version is better and more exciting. I hope in the next installment we find out what happened to Slim.
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2024
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When the pick up truck appeared, for an instant I thought we were back in your old novel combined with this one. But your version is better and more exciting. I hope in the next installment we find out what happened to Slim.
Comment Written 04-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2024
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I expect we will (Slim).
Thank you for your great review.
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Looking forward to your writing...and Slim!
Comment from Elizabeth Vucic
I have been off fanstory for a long while. I am happy to review your work again. I like the idea of situational ethics. The hook at the end is great. I want to find out what happened to Slim. I do not see any need for corrections.
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2024
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I have been off fanstory for a long while. I am happy to review your work again. I like the idea of situational ethics. The hook at the end is great. I want to find out what happened to Slim. I do not see any need for corrections.
Comment Written 04-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2024
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Thank you.
Chapter 3 (Slim) in a few days. (smiley face here)
Comment from royowen
Whatever has happened to Skim, this is so mysterious, I love the way thru took care of those two crooks, they may give up trying to rob two innocents of tgeur hard earned money next time, what an excellent, very brave plan they'd concocted, well done Wayne, good tale, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2024
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Whatever has happened to Skim, this is so mysterious, I love the way thru took care of those two crooks, they may give up trying to rob two innocents of tgeur hard earned money next time, what an excellent, very brave plan they'd concocted, well done Wayne, good tale, blessings Roy
Comment Written 04-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2024
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Thank you immensely.
I appreciate your review.
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Well done
Comment from Ric Myworld
I should have known Ben Paul would have had something up his sleeve the minute the robbers approached. There are the takers and the givers in life, and Ben Paul isn't the type to have anything taken that he isn't willing to give. LOL. Thanks for sharing.
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2024
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I should have known Ben Paul would have had something up his sleeve the minute the robbers approached. There are the takers and the givers in life, and Ben Paul isn't the type to have anything taken that he isn't willing to give. LOL. Thanks for sharing.
Comment Written 04-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2024
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Thank you much!
Besides, the man threatened Sylvie!
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Yes, and that too. You can't threaten Sylvie. Heck, I'm and old Kentucky boy, I think everyone should learn to fight back against the bad guys. If they start early enough, they'll learn it can be fun. LOL.
Comment from Pam Lonsdale
"Situational ethics" ... don't believe I've heard that before, but I like it.
Good chapter, Wayne. Began with actions, ended with mystery.
xo
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reply by the author on 04-Dec-2024
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"Situational ethics" ... don't believe I've heard that before, but I like it.
Good chapter, Wayne. Began with actions, ended with mystery.
xo
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Comment Written 04-Dec-2024
reply by the author on 04-Dec-2024
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Thank you. I always appreciate your reviews.
Situational ethics is generally frowned upon. It's usually just a contrived excuse for misbehavior.
