I love that kid and her….wisdom. Wisdom seems too much for such a little girl but, to me, that’s exactly what she posses despite her youth. Distinguishing between a “killer” and a “murderer” surprised me. I understand it completely, though. I hope Jacob can stop thinking of himself as a killer. As a soldier he did what he had to do not necessarily what he wanted to do. While I can’t fathom exhuming mass graves I agree it is heroic. Look what it did for Natalia’s sister. She would never have had any peace without Jacob’s heroics. I imagine, in a situation like that, many families were given that same peace. Amazing!!
Hi Maria, I really worried about Alicia and how to articulate her dialogue so i did some research and used Dakota Fanning in War of The Worlds as an example. She is ten years old in the movie. Here is a short clip,
Alicia brings all of the wisdom she has acquired in her shot life to bare on all her current situations. If only we all had the ability to apply all of our experience at will. Hell, I would be happy to just remember it all. Very well presented. Jacob did well and I was happy he maintained his soldier instincts and went to Alicia’s school. At this advanced point in the story you have developed and maintained the primary characters very well. Kate is going to have to get her dress let out a bit just from normal pregnancy growth. Bet she didn’t plan on that. Great story, exciting book as is and it ain’t over yet!
Sinister enters the picture. Bright child. I hope you have a successful rewarding trip Kate. I assume you live in Europe somewhere. Trips are much shorter over there.
Hi Bill, my family have large homes my Dad bought many years ago. There is one in North Cyprus (Where I stayed for the last couple of years because it's hands for the Middle East) the other is in Shropshire, where Mum lives now. My apartment is in Kuala Lumpur.
That is great. Our income has only allowed for economy class but we still love to travel but our travel is for pleasure. Retirement is great as long as you have lots you want to do and can afford what you want to do. Hope you have a good retirement fund. The years flow by quickly.
Good idea! Alicia is smart without being a smart ass. I don’t care for kids that have smart mouths. I’m very close to and patient with my nieces and nephews BUT if they are smart asses I drift back. I don’t want to hurt their little feelings by having a flip out so I distance myself from them. Any kid like that, actually. Anyhoo….We’ll done with Alicia. I also think the way Kate handles things (good and bad) with Alicia is a testament to the kind of mom Cathrine was. To me, Cathrine was a “mom” and Kate will be a “mom” but Charlotte is a “mother” two different things to me. Like the killer and the murderer. Know what I mean? So, you’ll be earning a living Monday and Tuesday, huh? lol lol If anyone doesn’t understand that you won’t have free time to write because you’ll be busy with your JOB should either pay your bills and support you or wait until you have time! lol Be safe!
I love that kid and her….wisdom. Wisdom seems too much for such a little girl but, to me, that’s exactly what she posses despite her youth. Distinguishing between a “killer” and a “murderer” surprised me. I understand it completely, though. I hope Jacob can stop thinking of himself as a killer. As a soldier he did what he had to do not necessarily what he wanted to do. While I can’t fathom exhuming mass graves I agree it is heroic. Look what it did for Natalia’s sister. She would never have had any peace without Jacob’s heroics. I imagine, in a situation like that, many families were given that same peace. Amazing!!
Hi Maria, I really worried about Alicia and how to articulate her dialogue so i did some research and used Dakota Fanning in War of The Worlds as an example. She is ten years old in the movie. Here is a short clip,
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g1QArjiWqJs
I love this family and their dynamic Kate. Alicia is a wonderful addition.
Very intelligent girl! Hope you had a good weekend and good luck on your trip.
Hi Mike, thank you
Alicia brings all of the wisdom she has acquired in her shot life to bare on all her current situations. If only we all had the ability to apply all of our experience at will. Hell, I would be happy to just remember it all. Very well presented. Jacob did well and I was happy he maintained his soldier instincts and went to Alicia’s school. At this advanced point in the story you have developed and maintained the primary characters very well. Kate is going to have to get her dress let out a bit just from normal pregnancy growth. Bet she didn’t plan on that. Great story, exciting book as is and it ain’t over yet!
Hi Chester, it's not over by a long shot, on that you are right. Thank you for supporting me. I really appreciate it
Sinister enters the picture. Bright child. I hope you have a successful rewarding trip Kate. I assume you live in Europe somewhere. Trips are much shorter over there.
Hi Bill, my family have large homes my Dad bought many years ago. There is one in North Cyprus (Where I stayed for the last couple of years because it's hands for the Middle East) the other is in Shropshire, where Mum lives now. My apartment is in Kuala Lumpur.
Thanks. Gotta be a long flight back to visit or for work. Even longer if you fly coach.
Hi Bill. I'm fortunate that the company pays for business class travel unless it's under four hours, then they pay for economy plus.
That is great. Our income has only allowed for economy class but we still love to travel but our travel is for pleasure. Retirement is great as long as you have lots you want to do and can afford what you want to do. Hope you have a good retirement fund. The years flow by quickly.
I'm working on the retirement fund this afternoon with our CEO - lols. It's great advice, thank you.
Good luck.
Good idea! Alicia is smart without being a smart ass. I don’t care for kids that have smart mouths. I’m very close to and patient with my nieces and nephews BUT if they are smart asses I drift back. I don’t want to hurt their little feelings by having a flip out so I distance myself from them. Any kid like that, actually. Anyhoo….We’ll done with Alicia. I also think the way Kate handles things (good and bad) with Alicia is a testament to the kind of mom Cathrine was. To me, Cathrine was a “mom” and Kate will be a “mom” but Charlotte is a “mother” two different things to me. Like the killer and the murderer. Know what I mean? So, you’ll be earning a living Monday and Tuesday, huh? lol lol If anyone doesn’t understand that you won’t have free time to write because you’ll be busy with your JOB should either pay your bills and support you or wait until you have time! lol Be safe!