'We listened while the women talked,' a wonderful headline and introduction.. beyond the listening, and from the perspective of a man, I would add: we grew, while we listened to the women talk. I hope that you might consider reading a chapter, or two, of my short story collection, 'It Could Have Gone Either Way,' Parochial memories of the generations of women who raised a boy. The stories talk to the human condition, expressed in everyday events, the conclusions of which linger in the mind, prompting reflection by the reader: ‘And what of me, in my time?’ Best (onemanandeveryman@substack.com) R
This is excellent, Jeni. As is the song. I bought a copy of Fair And Tender Ladies a couple of years back and this is also a handy reminder for me to finally read it.
Aww! The nostalgia this invokes, Jeni! I can’t tell you how many hours I spent with my pop’s mother “Izzy” and my Aunt Dot, or my mom’s mother Mammaw watching “Search for Tomorrow,” “The Guiding Light,” and “Days of Our Lives” - like sand through an hourglass.😏I can’t help but think we were all so lucky to have such a childhood. It shines brighter than ever these days. Thank you for the reminders!
'We listened while the women talked,' a wonderful headline and introduction.. beyond the listening, and from the perspective of a man, I would add: we grew, while we listened to the women talk. I hope that you might consider reading a chapter, or two, of my short story collection, 'It Could Have Gone Either Way,' Parochial memories of the generations of women who raised a boy. The stories talk to the human condition, expressed in everyday events, the conclusions of which linger in the mind, prompting reflection by the reader: ‘And what of me, in my time?’ Best (onemanandeveryman@substack.com) R
Jeni, I just got around to reading this post, and I read it out loud to Paul. Miss you, sweet Jeni. You really are a brilliant story teller. x
Love🫶🏻
I've loved Picnic in the Sky for quite some time, now-- time flies!
This is excellent, Jeni. As is the song. I bought a copy of Fair And Tender Ladies a couple of years back and this is also a handy reminder for me to finally read it.
Aww! The nostalgia this invokes, Jeni! I can’t tell you how many hours I spent with my pop’s mother “Izzy” and my Aunt Dot, or my mom’s mother Mammaw watching “Search for Tomorrow,” “The Guiding Light,” and “Days of Our Lives” - like sand through an hourglass.😏I can’t help but think we were all so lucky to have such a childhood. It shines brighter than ever these days. Thank you for the reminders!
Really enjoyed listening to your beautiful song, Jeni. Thank you xxx