tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5968943996908198847.post6673373330762817801..comments2023-06-16T06:30:02.257-04:00Comments on Imagine That: Iron Behind the Velvet ~ Chapter 36Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger46125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5968943996908198847.post-5186279270964582472011-06-19T23:44:39.370-04:002011-06-19T23:44:39.370-04:00One of these days I'm going to spend the money...One of these days I'm going to spend the money on Rosetta Stone to learn Gaelic. Love the language and wish I could understand all that Seamus said. Even so, the tone is understood and that is enough for the story to hold me close to its mystery. Can't wait to get all these characters together. It should prove to be quite a party.RomanticOnehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11272643055154304321noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5968943996908198847.post-91916490865536055552011-06-19T14:28:39.495-04:002011-06-19T14:28:39.495-04:00If it takes more than that, Carole, then it takes ...If it takes more than that, Carole, then it takes more than that. You'll know what is right in the continued doing of it - and this belongs to you, after all! Your only obligation is to yourself, though I'm thankful you let us come along for the ride!Opheliahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10346143056666330301noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5968943996908198847.post-89170112738261090402011-06-18T11:05:34.562-04:002011-06-18T11:05:34.562-04:00Thanks, Ophelia ... Sandy. Speaking of "it ma...Thanks, Ophelia ... Sandy. Speaking of "it matters", you both matter so much to me. I'm amazed at your kind words and so grateful for the support and your interest.<br /><br />Where this all will end … I hope I can bring it to a close one day. I know I've threatened a dozen more chapters, but what if it takes more than that? I need that nail-biting emoticon to insert right <i>Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5968943996908198847.post-63365166825074529282011-06-17T22:43:18.285-04:002011-06-17T22:43:18.285-04:00I love the tone of mystery presented in this chapt...I love the tone of mystery presented in this chapter. So many questions ... <br /><br />I'd forgotte about that paperweight. There has to be a good story there, to set Father to steaming.<br /><br />Thank you for keeping at this, Carole. I can't wait to see where it all ends up in the end.SandyXhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05324843093758808993noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5968943996908198847.post-71592928287091747332011-06-17T21:32:59.071-04:002011-06-17T21:32:59.071-04:00I wish I had a better collection of words to use, ...I wish I had a better collection of words to use, but I keep coming back to the same one: perfect. The perfect words on which to end. The perfect sentiment. "Yes. It Matters." And Mouse! "Hidey-holes!" Could he be more exquisite? <br /><br />The visit to Seamus? This rings of truth . . . and I believe you, the author, have visited such rooms. This visit makes me Opheliahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10346143056666330301noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5968943996908198847.post-74374914774089777932011-06-17T17:19:31.570-04:002011-06-17T17:19:31.570-04:00Uh oh, the paperweight! What is on the under-side?...Uh oh, the paperweight! What <i>is</i> on the under-side???? I'd better make myself a note to figure that out. :-D<br /><br />You're good to me, Krista. Thank you for reading, re-reading, always being there to listen and hear me meander, for your patience as I tweak and retweak and for making me feel like it's all okay.<br /><br />hugs,<br />CAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5968943996908198847.post-37290816941118363442011-06-17T16:20:11.649-04:002011-06-17T16:20:11.649-04:00Connections everywhere, if we're open to them ...<i> Connections everywhere, if we're open to them </i><br /><br /><i> Yes, it matters. </i><br /><br />Oh, Carole...I have missed this chapter too. (Well, I suppose I always say that, but it's true...)<br /><br />I love the intertwined connections...and I <i> still </i> want to know what's on the paperweight. ;-)<br /><br />Greaty job, again and still. :)<br /><br />-Krista :)Kristahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05725718076683750180noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5968943996908198847.post-73130668482839605072009-12-23T02:36:38.172-05:002009-12-23T02:36:38.172-05:00Hope you're feeling better soon.Hope you're feeling better soon.RomanticOnehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11272643055154304321noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5968943996908198847.post-39657614994632880722009-12-21T23:51:26.243-05:002009-12-21T23:51:26.243-05:00LOL - Yes, white knuckles here too. As much as I h...LOL - Yes, white knuckles here too. As much as I hate the idea of flying, I'm really looking forward to making that trip with you.<br /><br />Hugs,<br />SandySandyXhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05324843093758808993noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5968943996908198847.post-47897765056243594712009-12-21T21:44:01.466-05:002009-12-21T21:44:01.466-05:00Sandy, I feel the same way - totally geared for 20...Sandy, I feel the same way - totally geared for 2010. <br /><br />I've been amazed at the ease of friendship, the deep communication that often requires few words. I'm so pleased that we've become friends.<br /><br />I'm practicing my white-knuckles for the airplane to San Diego. Are you? <br /><br />Thank you for liking my stories. It means so much to me. <br /><br />CaroleAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5968943996908198847.post-32823877136668612092009-12-21T21:37:17.533-05:002009-12-21T21:37:17.533-05:00Jitterbug, the resolution of all the story lines m...Jitterbug, the resolution of all the story lines makes me quake in my boots! I'll need magic to grab them all and tidy them. <br /><br />Thank you for your generosity and encouragement. I'm really looking forward to the new year. Usually I find New Year's Eve a bit sad, but this year, I plan to stay up and greet it. <br /><br />Merry Christmas to you! <br />A Toast To New Friends!!<brAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5968943996908198847.post-38368239115724413082009-12-21T11:50:39.836-05:002009-12-21T11:50:39.836-05:00Carole - just stopping by to add my holiday wishes...Carole - just stopping by to add my holiday wishes ... I wish I had the words to tell you just how much joy your writing - <i>and your friendship</i> have meant to me. You say you're <i>stoked</i> for the new year and wish we could all be together for the eve of it ... we <i> are </i>together for it ... we're all miles apart, but it really feels like we're together ... and I have a SandyXhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05324843093758808993noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5968943996908198847.post-70636528397346147382009-12-21T10:30:41.621-05:002009-12-21T10:30:41.621-05:00Hi Carole,
I found this chapter to be quite magica...Hi Carole,<br />I found this chapter to be quite magical. Reading your words is always like reading poetry. I'm so excited as we move toward the resolution of all the story lines. You are amazing.<br /><br />My wish for you is the Merriest Christmas and a wonderfully Happy New Year!<br /><br />And I wish the same for this exceptional tunnel family.<br /><br />jitterbugAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5968943996908198847.post-56359013690390863892009-12-20T22:15:10.306-05:002009-12-20T22:15:10.306-05:00Vicky, you dear. If it weren't for you, I'...Vicky, you dear. If it weren't for you, I'd be hiding in my little writer's warren too scared to show a line to anyone. Big thankful hugs for you.<br /><br />I am <i>stoked</i> for the new year! I wish we could all be together for the eve of it - I can just imagine all our resolutions, hopes and dreams afloat on the air - and all the rousing support and hurrahs-for-us. Changes will Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5968943996908198847.post-26037717591624782112009-12-20T22:07:25.838-05:002009-12-20T22:07:25.838-05:00Laura, how beautiful! "the dew of little thin...Laura, how beautiful! "the dew of little things" - I'll cherish your thoughts. Such kindness - and your support! I can't get over it.<br /><br />I am amazed at the changes in my life over this past year - all due to my connections to and conversations with my tunnel family. What will the next year bring?<br /><br /><br />Merry Christmas to you too and the brightest, shiniest ofAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5968943996908198847.post-7216888158520501932009-12-20T21:58:11.583-05:002009-12-20T21:58:11.583-05:00RomanticOne, you're good to me. Your words mea...RomanticOne, you're good to me. Your words mean so much and give me hope and fortify my courage. <br /><br />If I've given you even a <i>smidge</i> of light on a dark day ...<br /><br />Thank you for telling me this. I really does mean everything.<br /><br />~ CaroleAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5968943996908198847.post-53851782943364628192009-12-20T12:14:20.940-05:002009-12-20T12:14:20.940-05:00Laura, what a wonderful quote! Very appropriate, a...Laura, what a wonderful quote! Very appropriate, and very true. Thanks for sharing.<br /><br />I must echo both Laura and R1. It's been a wonderful year, dear Carole; I'm looking forward to many, many more of them, filled wthis kind of ith magic and friendship. Merry Christmas to all!<br /><br />Love,<br /><br />VickyAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5968943996908198847.post-65290255081543379062009-12-20T09:54:42.505-05:002009-12-20T09:54:42.505-05:00I must echo Romantic One's message, and found ...I must echo Romantic One's message, and found this from Kahlil Gibran<br /><br />"Should you care to write (and only the saints know why you should) you must needs have knowledge and art and magic - the knowledge of the music of words, the art of being artless, and the magic of loving your readers."<br /><br />You have all three. Knowledge. Art. Magic. And we love you in return.AZLadyWolfhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12779280499273110333noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5968943996908198847.post-34377754750748151052009-12-20T03:59:45.674-05:002009-12-20T03:59:45.674-05:00Re: your holiday message. There were days I don...Re: your holiday message. There were days I don't know what I would have done without your wonderful story. It has provided not only an escape, but a message of hope. I believe that we all are born with a gift. How wonderful that you have shared yours with so many people. Hope you have a wonderful holiday.RomanticOnehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11272643055154304321noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5968943996908198847.post-24561327861974514802009-12-16T00:26:43.953-05:002009-12-16T00:26:43.953-05:00Merry Christmas to you too, R1! I hope you get sno...Merry Christmas to you too, R1! I hope you get snow your way just this once! <br /><br />Thank you so much for your gifts - your interest and commentary and patience. I am truly grateful.<br /><br />Carole<br /><br />PS - I fully expect a chapter before Christmas - not the V/C reunion one, but it will move the story a few hours closer to <i>the event</i>. Maybe I can make the fireworks go off forAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5968943996908198847.post-576150668955987642009-12-15T03:39:05.572-05:002009-12-15T03:39:05.572-05:00Merry Christmas from your biggest fan in Texas and...Merry Christmas from your biggest fan in Texas and to all my fellow "commentors". Hope you all have a safe and happy holiday.RomanticOnehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11272643055154304321noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5968943996908198847.post-53430424001999338342009-12-11T09:59:23.739-05:002009-12-11T09:59:23.739-05:00Laura, I won't be able to type the next chapte...Laura, I won't be able to type the next chapter this choked up and this teary-eyed. Thank you again. <br /><br />CaroleAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5968943996908198847.post-87686651369353568112009-12-11T07:37:33.813-05:002009-12-11T07:37:33.813-05:00Carole,
I second Ann! Although I would have the ...Carole,<br /><br />I second Ann! Although I would have the word "master" precede the description of "word-weaver."<br /><br />What you are weaving is a great and enchanting tapestry of the world and characters we so love and treasure. (Like the ones in the Great Hall!)<br /><br />And we all treasure your talent, and YOU. Thank you -- for keeping this magical place alive for AZLadyWolfhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12779280499273110333noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5968943996908198847.post-81471228637936240352009-12-10T21:04:42.123-05:002009-12-10T21:04:42.123-05:00Ann, I can hardly find words to respond to you. I&...Ann, I can hardly find words to respond to you. I'm so touched, so humbled by your words and nervous too, that I can't possibly measure up to them. It's so scary for me, every single chapter, to post and I think the minute I hit 'publish' that I've made a terrible mistake. The next hours after I feel really shaky.<br /><br />But to read what you've written here ... I Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5968943996908198847.post-69284032924973937332009-12-10T15:30:06.719-05:002009-12-10T15:30:06.719-05:00Laura has described your talent very well. I see y...Laura has described your talent very well. I see you as a word-weaver. You can take words and string them together in magical ways. It is as if you weave a shawl of finest and most delicate of threads that can be draped around the shoulders to keep out the real world's chill for a few minutes as we visit the one that you have created with these stories. (I do not write quite as well as you doAnn B.noreply@blogger.com