tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3393382965737174819.post100609013002906457..comments2023-09-21T10:36:51.233-04:00Comments on Remember... a family history blog: What's in a Name?Act 7:UlyssesBetsy Crosshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14485990713613274522noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3393382965737174819.post-22220502130004138412012-02-19T00:16:00.520-05:002012-02-19T00:16:00.520-05:00What a great story. Very refreshing to find it on ...What a great story. Very refreshing to find it on a blog. It does not happen often that one is entertained this well on a blog. Excellent way to show case family history. Thanks for sharing.Karinhttp://automarker.netnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3393382965737174819.post-75105462602959164962012-02-17T13:30:33.613-05:002012-02-17T13:30:33.613-05:00Big hug to you Sam! Thank you for your encourageme...Big hug to you Sam! Thank you for your encouragement!<br /><br />We have to blame Betsy for this experiment. [grin] I don't think it would have ever occurred to me to write a family history story!<br /><br />Since I started writing this story, I've been pondering what family history means to me. <br /><br />Does family history speak through us, our lives, our personal challenges, and/or our karma (for lack of a better word)? If it does not, why is it relevant? <br /><br />In fact, I have viewed family history with certain suspicion. I think of the Monarchist League. And, yes, Hitler too. I think of the present currents of anti-immigrant sentimentality of modern Europeans who blindly question the adulteration of their so-called indigenous families and culture in the face of economic and political crises. Denmark, England, France, and Holland especially come to mind. <br /><br />I once had the awkward experience of spending some time with exiled King Kegali of Rwanda and around him buzzed bugs that sought titles in a kingdom that was no more. And those bugs included Americans and Europeans who had nothing to do with Rwanda. Nor would they ever serve Rwanda.<br /><br />Where do I come from? Is this question relevant to me? Is family history relevant to what is beautiful, good, and beautiful about me? One or more of these questions may be important, but I remain unsure which ones. Perhaps, Betsy will help me with this question. I hope so.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3393382965737174819.post-5080910276711040022012-02-17T11:53:10.400-05:002012-02-17T11:53:10.400-05:00Intense, Stan! I love how it's tied to reality...Intense, Stan! I love how it's tied to reality and history. =) You're an amazing writer! =)Samantha Bangayanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10126342453185964881noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3393382965737174819.post-49770267953631546672012-02-17T05:38:54.364-05:002012-02-17T05:38:54.364-05:00My end of the world novel, Ann. I have a first dra...My end of the world novel, Ann. I have a first draft for maybe half of the first book. Needs one or two rewrites though...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3393382965737174819.post-9972713018882878962012-02-17T05:36:52.984-05:002012-02-17T05:36:52.984-05:00None of us want to see the thunder and lightning t...None of us want to see the thunder and lightning that comes with that wine! Trust me on that, Jack.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3393382965737174819.post-70539214095319859052012-02-17T05:35:40.349-05:002012-02-17T05:35:40.349-05:00Big hug to you, Carolyn. Your encouragement always...Big hug to you, Carolyn. Your encouragement always means so much to me. And I love how you always see the message. Love that!<br /><br />Alas, I desperately need a skillful, diligent, and patient editor. [sigh]Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3393382965737174819.post-53506255944849527622012-02-16T23:08:21.029-05:002012-02-16T23:08:21.029-05:00I agree with John. I really like "The wine of...I agree with John. I really like <i>"The wine of God's fury."</i> It evokes numerous images in my head. I keep looking for the thunder and lightning.Jackhttp://www.thejackb.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3393382965737174819.post-90253486143666461592012-02-16T19:51:48.357-05:002012-02-16T19:51:48.357-05:00Very powerful, Stan. Your writing excels in fictio...Very powerful, Stan. Your writing excels in fiction and non-fiction. Both deliver a powerful message in an eloquent manner.<br /><br />It's no surprise that you are descended from heroes, my friend.Carolynhttp://www.wonderoftech.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3393382965737174819.post-63423757685185025272012-02-16T17:33:25.383-05:002012-02-16T17:33:25.383-05:00Awesome read..I wanted it to keep going! Book? L...Awesome read..I wanted it to keep going! Book? Let me know when it's out!<br /><br />~*~<br /><br />AnnJaneAnn Janehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11260912408599560823noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3393382965737174819.post-89669579281776798542012-02-16T17:26:04.029-05:002012-02-16T17:26:04.029-05:00Thank you, LaRae. And thanks to Betsy. I would nev...Thank you, LaRae. And thanks to Betsy. I would never have finished this story had she not insisted on it.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3393382965737174819.post-10119293538997837182012-02-16T17:23:32.409-05:002012-02-16T17:23:32.409-05:00Big hug to you Amber-Lee!
The picture was taken i...Big hug to you Amber-Lee!<br /><br />The picture was taken in Bulgaria. It's one of my favorite taverns there. In the charming hillside city of Veliko Tarnovo. I have more pictures of Veliko's old city on my Facebook. That's where Betsy found this picture. Facebook.<br /><br />Yes. [sigh] The rewrite needs to get started...Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3393382965737174819.post-28457882405154985532012-02-16T16:21:49.853-05:002012-02-16T16:21:49.853-05:00Hi Stan
I love this! As usual, your writing is ve...Hi Stan<br /><br />I love this! As usual, your writing is very fresh and unique. Keep up the good work!LaRae Quyhttp://www.laraequy.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3393382965737174819.post-69902272971227397532012-02-16T16:20:01.296-05:002012-02-16T16:20:01.296-05:00Stan, Betsy,
I agree. Stan...seriously, WHAT ARE ...Stan, Betsy,<br /><br />I agree. Stan...seriously, WHAT ARE YOU DOING?? GO! Shoo! Go finish your book! I LOVE your writing, you know that. But what you may not know is I absorb and breathe a good book. It gets inside me as if the words, thoughts, feelings and actions of the characters become my own. Finish. Your. Book.<br /><br />What a fantastic story! I must ask, though, where was this picture taken? Hugs and winks to you both. Thanks for this.Amber-Lee Dibblehttp://pioneeroutfitters.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3393382965737174819.post-39833897427485480392012-02-16T12:45:13.251-05:002012-02-16T12:45:13.251-05:00"Telling the right story, to the right people..."Telling the right story, to the right people, at the right time, and in the right way."<br /><br />I've been thinking about this definition of PR of yours. Because it also defines marketing. Branding. Maybe, even selling.<br /><br />Perhaps, writing too. [grin]Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3393382965737174819.post-83944001383785773842012-02-16T11:27:49.791-05:002012-02-16T11:27:49.791-05:00Encourage Stan to finish his novel!! The novel abo...Encourage Stan to finish his novel!! The novel about the end times.Betsy Crosshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14485990713613274522noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3393382965737174819.post-57570131547490642382012-02-16T11:26:06.193-05:002012-02-16T11:26:06.193-05:00Hey Bill! Thanks for the visit!Hey Bill! Thanks for the visit!Betsy Crosshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14485990713613274522noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3393382965737174819.post-67093410619478306142012-02-16T11:24:33.628-05:002012-02-16T11:24:33.628-05:00Multi-talented and entertaining he is. Thanks for ...Multi-talented and entertaining he is. Thanks for coming over Jayme.Betsy Crosshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14485990713613274522noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3393382965737174819.post-73970146647548306482012-02-16T10:45:50.664-05:002012-02-16T10:45:50.664-05:00The breadth of your experience is ALWAYS amazing, ...The breadth of your experience is ALWAYS amazing, Stan. I appreciate you more each day.Soulatihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17636349237142784872noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3393382965737174819.post-33300529806036720472012-02-16T08:43:57.451-05:002012-02-16T08:43:57.451-05:00Indeed, the truth is stranger than fiction.Indeed, the truth is stranger than fiction.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3393382965737174819.post-79748461232595624352012-02-16T08:42:22.213-05:002012-02-16T08:42:22.213-05:00Thank you, Bill. I'm glad to know you are stil...Thank you, Bill. I'm glad to know you are still friendly with me knowing now that I descend from a murderous Polish peasant.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3393382965737174819.post-28316306362745148072012-02-16T08:19:01.180-05:002012-02-16T08:19:01.180-05:00Interesting premise, I just read Pillars of the Ea...Interesting premise, I just read Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett and had similar dealings with corrupt power and the way justice was meted out.<br /><br />Very well done sir, very interesting read.Bill Dormanhttp://billdorman.menoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3393382965737174819.post-28935899795791235122012-02-16T05:51:36.996-05:002012-02-16T05:51:36.996-05:00What a gripping story, Stan! And wonderful turns o...What a gripping story, Stan! And wonderful turns of phrase. "The wine of God's fury" is my favorite.<br /><br />"Religion (...) is this: to visit orphans and widows in their affliction - not to visit affliction upon widows and orphans!" -- bloody brilliant. Not just the concept, but the way it flows.<br /><br />Bravo. Bravo.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11113482909499600834noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3393382965737174819.post-83606641759449503902012-02-16T05:31:43.216-05:002012-02-16T05:31:43.216-05:00LOL! First I need to build a reach and following l...LOL! First I need to build a reach and following like you got, Saul!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3393382965737174819.post-60071956578112530462012-02-16T05:29:43.821-05:002012-02-16T05:29:43.821-05:00Thanks for your encouragement, Dino! You rock!Thanks for your encouragement, Dino! You rock!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3393382965737174819.post-40076395348634402512012-02-16T03:48:25.527-05:002012-02-16T03:48:25.527-05:00Time for you to compile a book of your short stori...Time for you to compile a book of your short stories, no, Stan?Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08211106501357962553noreply@blogger.com