.. Will dive in for a 2nd Read & a bit later dive into Part Two thanks .. For some reason this ‘resonates on personal & broad levels of my current ‘perceptions .. including ‘Politics vs ‘Governance .. (as if there was ‘even a shred of ‘romance’ or ‘affection’ remaining in ‘Elected Public Service’ hoho ..) Maybe those two ‘deserve each other .. ? Will Part Two ‘Tell All ?
Thanks, Jim. However, my story pales and becomes very soporific when compared to YOUR latest tale, May of 2030. What an unexpectedly shocking ending. Yikes!
Thanks Sharron but that's what makes the world go 'round darlin'. I like a good romance or love story and I know just where to go to find one - and it sure as hell isn't my place, haha. - Jim
When in doubt move a pawn. Useless unless no piece is left except a king inn a corner and checkmate. Possible end to draw a sketch and paint a new scene with washed sweatshirt to hang in limbo. Okay. I’ll make a move. Read the next chapter let’s see how the checkerboard squares…
“Frankly, I am exhausted trying to make you happy. It’s killing me. And, truly, it hurts too much to keep going. I feel like I lose a little more ground every day.” That's me in my first marriage. I failed to make her happy, which was an impossibility. No one can ever make another truly happy. That has to come from within. Four failed marriages later, she is alone and unhappy. I hope these two can get it together in part two. Great beginning, Sharron. The stage is set.
She may be a woman with few "inner resources" -- someone who doesn't know how to amuse herself, or fulfill herself, and relies on someone else to do it for her People like that are anathema to me...
We should appreciate what we've got while we still have it!
Agreed! We don’t often get do-overs, do we?Thanks, Kim.
.. Will dive in for a 2nd Read & a bit later dive into Part Two thanks .. For some reason this ‘resonates on personal & broad levels of my current ‘perceptions .. including ‘Politics vs ‘Governance .. (as if there was ‘even a shred of ‘romance’ or ‘affection’ remaining in ‘Elected Public Service’ hoho ..) Maybe those two ‘deserve each other .. ? Will Part Two ‘Tell All ?
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Unfortunately Part 2 does not tell all… Like life, it just keeps unfolding, not a neat ending in sight.
Sharron, its just as good reading it the second time! - Jim
Thanks, Jim. However, my story pales and becomes very soporific when compared to YOUR latest tale, May of 2030. What an unexpectedly shocking ending. Yikes!
Thanks Sharron but that's what makes the world go 'round darlin'. I like a good romance or love story and I know just where to go to find one - and it sure as hell isn't my place, haha. - Jim
Whoa. If I can find THIS in MY head and write it down, you surely have 50 romantic words in you. https://sharronbassano.substack.com/p/succubus
Haha, not promising anything…but I’ll see what I can do.
Oh no, I read the second one first since that's the way it was listed. Now I read the backstory.
Sorry for the confusion! Thanks for reading both parts, Kathleen - and for the re-stack. Much appreciated.
You're welcome
When the novelty of separation is overwhelmed by space and time--then what? Are we all so discontent? Maybe, just wishing better?
Is it human nature to seek greener pastures? I don’t know. Maybe.
Maybe stalking her, maybe not. Seems to be good for both!
When in doubt move a pawn. Useless unless no piece is left except a king inn a corner and checkmate. Possible end to draw a sketch and paint a new scene with washed sweatshirt to hang in limbo. Okay. I’ll make a move. Read the next chapter let’s see how the checkerboard squares…
This is a special story once again. Sometimes it takes time to figure out what's important.
“Frankly, I am exhausted trying to make you happy. It’s killing me. And, truly, it hurts too much to keep going. I feel like I lose a little more ground every day.” That's me in my first marriage. I failed to make her happy, which was an impossibility. No one can ever make another truly happy. That has to come from within. Four failed marriages later, she is alone and unhappy. I hope these two can get it together in part two. Great beginning, Sharron. The stage is set.
She may be a woman with few "inner resources" -- someone who doesn't know how to amuse herself, or fulfill herself, and relies on someone else to do it for her People like that are anathema to me...