I am still eternally amazed at the volume of writing you produce. You ambitious meeting schedule thus week might actually be a source of a break for you. Another great chapter with a real surprise with the Quicky before her lecture and his meeting. Nice one, squeeze it in when the mood hits both of them. Change is in the wind for sure!
I'm using aircraft Wi-Fi right now. It's easy to travel as long as all flights run on time, but if one leg of the journey decouples it's like crawling through a bangkok bazar for two days.
Hi Bill, I am writing on the plane right now. Working on a KEJ for today, a Sin Street for Friday and answering these messages. My meeting schedule for yesterday wiped me out completely because clients like to have dinner. The Arabs are such hospitable people and they don't like feeling as though they abandoned a guest they invited so they entertain without alcohol until late in the evening. Last night we were discussing Formula One and the number of football teams now owned by the UAE (I don't know anything about either)
You are a busy bee! Your stories are fantastic! I hope you haven’t encountered anyone that criticizes without explaining why so you understand why they feel the way they do. If anyone simply criticizes I would disregard their comment/s as someone that knows zero about writing and what it takes to do this, thus, he/she should keep the negativity to themselves.
Hi Maria, I really appreciate your support. I don't mind criticism but when someone does that with explaining what they didn't like or what they might prefer, it's disheartening. There are a lot of trolls on Amazon much less on here
We have a friend from 'Persia'. (She no longer uses the name of her country.) A fellow teacher we are friends with living in England. Two of her sons live in Dubai. One owns a sushi restaurant. You are right, they are very hospitable. Going to her home for dinner was always amazing. Her husband always enjoyed a libation so that was never a problem though I seldom imbibe. (Control freak)
Persian restaurants are among my favorites. I generally enjoy food from most cultures and the variance between Gulf Arab, Morth African Arab, Persian and Turkish and Greek kebab styles fascinated me. I had hummus on a Turkish Airlines flight a couple of days ago with a Kofte main course with chickpeas and rice. It was delicious. I tend not to drink while on business trips because it messes with sleep and blunts my wits. So you are a teacher and a former cop then?
Anna was a teacher and then got her degree in library sciences to be a librarian. I was a cop and after I retired I was a substitute teacher both here and in the UK. Ferry our Persian friend took us to several Persian restaurants and I enjoyed their food it was very good. When we went to Turkey I loved the people and the food. Their culture was considerably different from what I was used to. Anna and I have both said we could happily live in any of the countries we have visited but we especially liked New Zealand.
You'll have to tell me whether being a cop was harder than controlling a classroom full of kids? I love Turkey and especially North Cyprus. A little known fact about Turkish and Iranian people is how they love cats. Outside every supermarket in North Cyprus are bowls of food and water for stray dogs and cats who almost become community property. I haven't been to Iran but I'm told the people there are similar. I haven't been to New Zealand but everyone I know who has, says they love it there. If I'm being honest - I never went to a country I didn't like but I will say, I prefer the warm to cold weather unless its for skiing.
I retired in 94, before many of today's problems. I worked in a middle to upper middle class town. I babysat 6000 mostly good folks. In general, it was a good job. After going through the St Louis Police Academy I was a ride along in St Louis and saw what they had to deal with. It was two different worlds from my job. As a sub in the U.S., I took on some of the more difficult study halls. No serious difficulty. In the U K, I was an invigilator and subbed for regular classes. I became the "Kindergarten Cop" 6'2" 220 lbs. being led to the playground by two tiny little girls. The staff laughed a lot over that. I also subbed in the secondary and upper school. The kids called me the man in black. I wore a black shirt and black jeans (so Anna wouldn't have to properly dress me). Ties were supposed to be worn but I didn't own any after 25 years as a cop. The children were mostly very well behaved. It was a very rewarding experience. New Zealand (the south island was like stepping back to 50 years ago in the U.S. The folks were great. Circumnavigated the island in a rent-a-wreck for two weeks. Liked the north end the best.
Playing catch up yet again Kate. I too get turned on when a woman bites her upper lip. Such a sexual expression. More lessons in corporate negotiations from an obvious expert. This writing style of yours is what sets you apart from everyone else.
Girls practice lip pulling in the mirror but I’m sure you knew 😂 Thank you for your compliments. I do use personal experience at work in my stories more and more now changing names to protect the guilty
Hi Mike, I'm pleased you noticed and are enjoying the series. I wanted to take a few twists and turns, addressing some emotions I believe might exist. I'll have another episode tomorrow.
I am still eternally amazed at the volume of writing you produce. You ambitious meeting schedule thus week might actually be a source of a break for you. Another great chapter with a real surprise with the Quicky before her lecture and his meeting. Nice one, squeeze it in when the mood hits both of them. Change is in the wind for sure!
I'm using aircraft Wi-Fi right now. It's easy to travel as long as all flights run on time, but if one leg of the journey decouples it's like crawling through a bangkok bazar for two days.
Interesting conundrum. She needs a friend and pushed her away. Now she feels guilty about it. Emotions are sparking. Good. Did you write on the plane?
Hi Bill, I am writing on the plane right now. Working on a KEJ for today, a Sin Street for Friday and answering these messages. My meeting schedule for yesterday wiped me out completely because clients like to have dinner. The Arabs are such hospitable people and they don't like feeling as though they abandoned a guest they invited so they entertain without alcohol until late in the evening. Last night we were discussing Formula One and the number of football teams now owned by the UAE (I don't know anything about either)
You are a busy bee! Your stories are fantastic! I hope you haven’t encountered anyone that criticizes without explaining why so you understand why they feel the way they do. If anyone simply criticizes I would disregard their comment/s as someone that knows zero about writing and what it takes to do this, thus, he/she should keep the negativity to themselves.
Hi Maria, I really appreciate your support. I don't mind criticism but when someone does that with explaining what they didn't like or what they might prefer, it's disheartening. There are a lot of trolls on Amazon much less on here
If they aren’t going to be helpful then they should put a cork in it. lol
We have a friend from 'Persia'. (She no longer uses the name of her country.) A fellow teacher we are friends with living in England. Two of her sons live in Dubai. One owns a sushi restaurant. You are right, they are very hospitable. Going to her home for dinner was always amazing. Her husband always enjoyed a libation so that was never a problem though I seldom imbibe. (Control freak)
Persian restaurants are among my favorites. I generally enjoy food from most cultures and the variance between Gulf Arab, Morth African Arab, Persian and Turkish and Greek kebab styles fascinated me. I had hummus on a Turkish Airlines flight a couple of days ago with a Kofte main course with chickpeas and rice. It was delicious. I tend not to drink while on business trips because it messes with sleep and blunts my wits. So you are a teacher and a former cop then?
Anna was a teacher and then got her degree in library sciences to be a librarian. I was a cop and after I retired I was a substitute teacher both here and in the UK. Ferry our Persian friend took us to several Persian restaurants and I enjoyed their food it was very good. When we went to Turkey I loved the people and the food. Their culture was considerably different from what I was used to. Anna and I have both said we could happily live in any of the countries we have visited but we especially liked New Zealand.
You'll have to tell me whether being a cop was harder than controlling a classroom full of kids? I love Turkey and especially North Cyprus. A little known fact about Turkish and Iranian people is how they love cats. Outside every supermarket in North Cyprus are bowls of food and water for stray dogs and cats who almost become community property. I haven't been to Iran but I'm told the people there are similar. I haven't been to New Zealand but everyone I know who has, says they love it there. If I'm being honest - I never went to a country I didn't like but I will say, I prefer the warm to cold weather unless its for skiing.
I retired in 94, before many of today's problems. I worked in a middle to upper middle class town. I babysat 6000 mostly good folks. In general, it was a good job. After going through the St Louis Police Academy I was a ride along in St Louis and saw what they had to deal with. It was two different worlds from my job. As a sub in the U.S., I took on some of the more difficult study halls. No serious difficulty. In the U K, I was an invigilator and subbed for regular classes. I became the "Kindergarten Cop" 6'2" 220 lbs. being led to the playground by two tiny little girls. The staff laughed a lot over that. I also subbed in the secondary and upper school. The kids called me the man in black. I wore a black shirt and black jeans (so Anna wouldn't have to properly dress me). Ties were supposed to be worn but I didn't own any after 25 years as a cop. The children were mostly very well behaved. It was a very rewarding experience. New Zealand (the south island was like stepping back to 50 years ago in the U.S. The folks were great. Circumnavigated the island in a rent-a-wreck for two weeks. Liked the north end the best.
Playing catch up yet again Kate. I too get turned on when a woman bites her upper lip. Such a sexual expression. More lessons in corporate negotiations from an obvious expert. This writing style of yours is what sets you apart from everyone else.
Girls practice lip pulling in the mirror but I’m sure you knew 😂 Thank you for your compliments. I do use personal experience at work in my stories more and more now changing names to protect the guilty
Turning into an emotional minefield!
Hi Mike, I'm pleased you noticed and are enjoying the series. I wanted to take a few twists and turns, addressing some emotions I believe might exist. I'll have another episode tomorrow.