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It is so much fun to watch Bartles, Louvina, and Ayla evolve as a family, grow individually, and follow their dreams.

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Well... consider who is writing down this story, Janice! Ha Ha Ha. There is already more than enough meanness and fear in the real world, why would I want to add more? You will find mostly good news in Riles Crossing. People who believe in themselves and in each other. A big surprise is coming at the end of part one and an acquaintance with a lot of new people is coming soon in part two. Stay tuned, my friend.

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I have every intention of doing so. Each Saturday, I look for the installments, read them last, and savor them.

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Nice to see the artwork accepted and rejoicing all around!

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Ayla, Bartle and Louvina are coming out from under the bushel basket and letting their light shine. Even Lonnie has a surprise for the family at the end of part one. Then we meet a few new denizens of El Dorado county. Thanks for continuing with this little story, Linda. I am honored.

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The gift that keeps on giving. Your words leave me waiting for more.

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Love the images, Sharron!

And your description of the foothills at sunrise. Such wholesome decent hard working folk. You have captured a slice of Americana that is so wholesome - a more hopeful time that I miss. 💜

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Thank you, Lori, for reading my odd little story. I appreciate so much your comments. Part one of Bartle Clunes will end in two weeks, then a lot of new eccentric characters will enter Riles Crossing and weave their way into the rest of Bartle's story. The story will end before December.

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Hard work and persistence is paying off at the Clunes’. Well-deserved.

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You bet! Then all hell breaks loose. Oh, right, no spoilers!

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I am so charmed by this story because now it is much more real, with a couple of disappointing rejections from publishers of Ayla's artworks and then her ability to accept a contract!

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You are right. There is not much “bad news” in this story. Not enough to be a best seller! ha ha ha

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Best seller for emotions! Not in "monetizing"

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Wow! That is go enough for me! Thanks

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