At first, I took "burr in his jeans" literally and thought Megan was a medical practitioner. As I read on, I got that. Happens sometimes when reading. Even in my own stuff. And so glad I'm not in Lia's shoes. I'd have to unequivocally say no (in addition to splitting an infinitive).
Strange, but real. Recreational parachuting in a war zone, in unsettled climactic conditions. The Air America pilots needed additional doses of adrenaline? It takes me back to a time when I kept my jump gear in a closet and my wife never looked--if it was gone I was in the air. She didn't want to know. But others should know. Tell them more.
We are an "interesting" species, are we not? We often choose to do things that are illogical and downright stupid, only to recognize their illogical nature years later. I understand why your wife preferred not knowing when you were in the air. When my husband was out, I had sleepless nights and very anxious days. There is a lot more about that time that I still remember. I didn't think anyone would be interested in the stories.
Your descriptions of Laos's climate and the tension immersed me completely. I felt the stifling heat and Megan’s unease. Can’t wait to see how the jump unfolds.
I'm ready to read more! I knew you were in Laos, but I assumed it was after the war. Were you there during the war or is that the fiction part. Can't wait for part two. Jeff http://fromarockyhillside.com
Can't wait to read more!
Okay, so what happens next???
Stay tuned. The end comes next Wednesday. If I hustle and get it written.
Got a bad feeling about where this is going!
I've waited a long time to write this or anything else about that time in Laos. I'm still distancing myself by couching those experiences in fiction.
At first, I took "burr in his jeans" literally and thought Megan was a medical practitioner. As I read on, I got that. Happens sometimes when reading. Even in my own stuff. And so glad I'm not in Lia's shoes. I'd have to unequivocally say no (in addition to splitting an infinitive).
Strange, but real. Recreational parachuting in a war zone, in unsettled climactic conditions. The Air America pilots needed additional doses of adrenaline? It takes me back to a time when I kept my jump gear in a closet and my wife never looked--if it was gone I was in the air. She didn't want to know. But others should know. Tell them more.
We are an "interesting" species, are we not? We often choose to do things that are illogical and downright stupid, only to recognize their illogical nature years later. I understand why your wife preferred not knowing when you were in the air. When my husband was out, I had sleepless nights and very anxious days. There is a lot more about that time that I still remember. I didn't think anyone would be interested in the stories.
I have a bad feeling about this, because your mastery of the cliffhanger is impressive...
The suspense! Can't wait to see what happens.
Your descriptions of Laos's climate and the tension immersed me completely. I felt the stifling heat and Megan’s unease. Can’t wait to see how the jump unfolds.
I'm ready to read more! I knew you were in Laos, but I assumed it was after the war. Were you there during the war or is that the fiction part. Can't wait for part two. Jeff http://fromarockyhillside.com
I was there in late '67 and '68, so the war that wasn't happening...was happening.