tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8170342134247787720.post5197281356957635249..comments2023-06-01T03:22:29.605-07:00Comments on Gewgaw Writings: “Go Home Yankees!” (Another Boy Story – A Replay)Jena Islehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16609925272840089993noreply@blogger.comBlogger40125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8170342134247787720.post-55034898429523388842009-05-31T04:37:03.893-07:002009-05-31T04:37:03.893-07:00Hello Dee,Very well said. If everyone is aware of ...Hello Dee,<br><br>Very well said. If everyone is aware of this basic fact, then the world would be a better place to live in. <br><br>Even in the blogosphere, we can observe that there is a sort of "discrimination" because we tend to categorize blogs according to the country of origin. There are however, several authors, who would only consider the fact that you both belong to the same niche. <br><br>I salute all these true bloggers who defy geographical borders to connect with fellow bloggers; that was one purpose of my Inspirational Book - to connect the east and the west.Jena Islehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16609925272840089993noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8170342134247787720.post-46171984080221095942009-05-31T03:57:25.160-07:002009-05-31T03:57:25.160-07:00Great story, Jena! I like it. I really do!You'...Great story, Jena! I like it. I really do!<br><br>You're absolutely right - every race has it's own share of the good ones and the bad ones. That's how humanity is. So nobody should make generalizations. Or label one race with this or that, because it's not fair. And those who do the labeling would just appear ignorant. And nobody would want to be called ignorant. So an open mind is always the best. :)Deehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05873338538836301918noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8170342134247787720.post-66227730487833301752009-05-29T18:27:13.533-07:002009-05-29T18:27:13.533-07:00Hi Shawie,You could definitely relate to this beca...Hi Shawie,<br><br>You could definitely relate to this because your husband is an American. And you're lucky, you've got a Dave, but he's luckier because he got an "Olive". (winks).<br><br>Best regards.Jena Islehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16609925272840089993noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8170342134247787720.post-16498447763342849562009-05-29T15:23:43.655-07:002009-05-29T15:23:43.655-07:00Hi Jena,I can picture my husband in this story, al...Hi Jena,<br>I can picture my husband in this story, although he's more of the outgoing, sociable person. He definitely is not the silent type but sure he's got the big heart like your characterization of Dave... In fact, I was so happy that our graphics designer (from Manila) was able to pay the down payment for a small house (salary he got on working at our company) & still keeps his regular job:)) <br>It humbles me to know how a simple act of generosity can change some other people's lives:))<br>Thanks for the wonderful story, as always!<br>~~~shawieShawiehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10146990145975942152noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8170342134247787720.post-17801130795380188652009-05-28T05:37:53.051-07:002009-05-28T05:37:53.051-07:00Hi Bing,That's true. Sometimes, I too , am gui...Hi Bing,<br><br>That's true. Sometimes, I too , am guilty of this. <br><br>I admire your candidness to call a spade - a spade. Way to go , girl!<br><br>Happy blog-hopping.Jena Islehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16609925272840089993noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8170342134247787720.post-51329866421870130832009-05-28T05:25:01.763-07:002009-05-28T05:25:01.763-07:00It's true , that there is goodness among all r...It's true , that there is goodness among all races of people. But oftentimes people's minds are clouded with ignorance and discrimination. Even us Filipinos judge our own people. <br><br>Well-written story echoing human tendencies.bingkeehttp://www.ilovehateamerica.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8170342134247787720.post-45665638873543661472009-05-27T22:29:20.469-07:002009-05-27T22:29:20.469-07:00Hello Luke,I always feel safe knowing that there a...Hello Luke,<br><br>I always feel safe knowing that there are Jedi knights patrolling the area. <br><br>Thanks and you don't have to call me ma'am. Just call me Jen. lol.Jena Islehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16609925272840089993noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8170342134247787720.post-19315125134635384202009-05-27T21:16:54.714-07:002009-05-27T21:16:54.714-07:00:D You haven't scanned our craft because we fl...:D You haven't scanned our craft because we flew under the radar to avoid detection. Galing naman "not subject to doubt" pa! hehe. Just dropping by, ma'am Jena.Lucrecio Emeritohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01905352757049565407noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8170342134247787720.post-6864801045314514582009-05-27T15:21:05.536-07:002009-05-27T15:21:05.536-07:00I mean the WORD, does not begin with an O but with...I mean the WORD, does not begin with an O but with a G.<br><br>I have to repeat myself to clarify any misunderstadings. lol.Jena Islehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16609925272840089993noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8170342134247787720.post-36936778095408709122009-05-27T15:19:35.207-07:002009-05-27T15:19:35.207-07:00Hi Doc Zayden,lol... sorry, doc Zorlone. Don't...Hi Doc Zayden,<br><br>lol... sorry, doc Zorlone. Don't worry, you were still learning the ropes then, so I forgive you. <br><br>Yes, Olive would certainly be your woman. <br><br>But the letter does not begin with an O but with a G. he he he.Jena Islehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16609925272840089993noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8170342134247787720.post-89616243631264276912009-05-27T15:16:20.634-07:002009-05-27T15:16:20.634-07:00Hi Luke,The Jedi Knight has finally arrived, I hav...Hi Luke,<br><br>The Jedi Knight has finally arrived, I have been scanning the horizon - the last few hours - for your "plane" (what do they call that?). <br><br>Your generous words are appreciated. A true jedi knight's pronouncements are not subject to doubt. lolJena Islehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16609925272840089993noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8170342134247787720.post-57446140226903376122009-05-27T07:35:57.377-07:002009-05-27T07:35:57.377-07:00I read this the first time I started blogging. At ...I read this the first time I started blogging. At first I asked, what was the title got to do with the story. Ooops! I was thinking of the game, toink!!! The ashfall must have lingered in my brain. <br><br>I have no excuse for not commenting then, but late is better than never, right?<br><br>A very touching story about friendship and morality. I'd trade a Myrna for Olive anytime. <br><br>Zzorlonehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04315933650875557697noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8170342134247787720.post-63314648193869549212009-05-26T22:48:31.002-07:002009-05-26T22:48:31.002-07:00This is a nicely written story. I really enjoyed r...This is a nicely written story. I really enjoyed reading it.<br><br>Also, I agree with what you said that: "no matter what race one belongs to, there will always be the bad and the good!" There were those noisy airmen, and then there was Dave; There was Myrna, and then there was Olive. There was the bases, then there was none. (Oops. Didn't quite fit, right? :D )Lucrecio Emeritohttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01905352757049565407noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8170342134247787720.post-41712947081483183982009-05-26T00:48:34.347-07:002009-05-26T00:48:34.347-07:00Awts. It's just an empty threat anyway. I was...Awts. It's just an empty threat anyway. I was just amused by all this active voice and passive voice thingies.<br><br>No, I'm not erudite at all. Well, to be fair, I used to be at one point. But I slipped on a pond and poor me - I have never recovered since. lolsJanhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13472304101104554768noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8170342134247787720.post-17863540412774767122009-05-26T00:26:38.877-07:002009-05-26T00:26:38.877-07:00Hello Master Jedi Jan,You honor me with your visit...Hello Master Jedi Jan,<br><br>You honor me with your visit. I know you're an erudite, and I welcome your blistering critique . Just PM me,,,,lol...<br><br>I'm not as formidable as you are.<br><br>All the best.Jena Islehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16609925272840089993noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8170342134247787720.post-26083028871577296122009-05-26T00:19:24.571-07:002009-05-26T00:19:24.571-07:00This is not in the story, but I love it: "Yan...This is not in the story, but I love it: "Yankees go home, and take me home with you." <br><br>Ah the story:<br><br>1. It's a story that I have taken a great liking to.<br><br>2. It is not too long a read for me. It's not even noticeable when there's so much enjoyment to be had. <br><br>3. I will send a blistering memo. An erudite critique that can only be dished out by the likes of me.<br><br>Ahahaha. Toink! Well done, Mam Jena. ",)Janhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13472304101104554768noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8170342134247787720.post-62127027216178043142009-05-24T15:50:35.407-07:002009-05-24T15:50:35.407-07:00Hi Jon,Thanks. I have done this a few times (twice...Hi Jon,<br><br>Thanks. I have done this a few times (twice? thrice?) when I didn't have the luxury to "think"..lol..<br><br>I find it good, because new readers get to read one's previous articles. Yes, you could adapt the same method too. Good luck and happy blog hopping.Jena Islehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11876651023863675213noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8170342134247787720.post-28822894447726584572009-05-24T01:28:16.504-07:002009-05-24T01:28:16.504-07:00Hi Angel,Thanks.Hi Snow,Good of you to come by. Go...Hi Angel,<br><br>Thanks.<br><br>Hi Snow,<br><br>Good of you to come by. Good luck with the nomination.Jena Islehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16609925272840089993noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8170342134247787720.post-23429587074825202632009-05-24T01:20:39.652-07:002009-05-24T01:20:39.652-07:00Hi Jena,I don't think I've read this befor...Hi Jena,<br>I don't think I've read this before and I must say I thoroughly enjoyed the story and the moral. <br>I've never tried re-posting some of my bits and pre-reader bits and pieces, but maybe I'll give it a shot.Jonhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14629046815891618029noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8170342134247787720.post-18956601619569471282009-05-23T11:47:50.860-07:002009-05-23T11:47:50.860-07:00Hi Jena, dropping by. nice story. ^_^Hi Jena, dropping by. nice story. ^_^Snowhttp://dearbloggery.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8170342134247787720.post-49659134513264130262009-05-23T03:23:17.567-07:002009-05-23T03:23:17.567-07:00Hi I just stopped by to drop on your Entrecard and...Hi I just stopped by to drop on your Entrecard and wanted to let you know that you have been added to <a href="http://blogswithwings.com/index.php/articles/above-the-crease-entrecard-droplist" rel="nofollow">Blog Angel's All Above the Crease Drop List </a>. I created the list because I was sick of wasting time trying to find people's Ecards. Your card and everyone on the list has their Entrecardsi in an easy to find location. Stop by and check it out.blogangelhttp://blogangel.myopenid.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8170342134247787720.post-24272966478673120392009-05-23T00:21:11.853-07:002009-05-23T00:21:11.853-07:00Hi Webbielady,Congrats for being Top 1 last week. ...Hi Webbielady,<br><br>Congrats for being Top 1 last week. I guess you're right. Happy endings are always my favorite. Happy blog hopping.Jena Islehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16609925272840089993noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8170342134247787720.post-9340474127132795472009-05-22T22:55:02.601-07:002009-05-22T22:55:02.601-07:00The moral of the story is correct. Goodness or bad...The moral of the story is correct. Goodness or badness is not race based but person based. Peper was so lucky to have found a real friend.<br><br>Since this has a continuation, I bet Dave and Olive would end up together and maybe they'd take Pepe with them... hmmm... am thinking a happy ending this time. ^^Webbieladyhttp://tales-details.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8170342134247787720.post-19641233920824912002009-01-26T04:05:00.000-08:002009-01-26T04:05:00.000-08:00There's a continuation to that yell: "Yan...There's a continuation to that yell: "Yankees go home, and take me home with you." <br><br>Indeed, correct observation.<br><br>Happy blogging.Jena Islehttp://gewgawwritings.blogspot.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8170342134247787720.post-58658642195032150812009-01-25T18:22:00.000-08:002009-01-25T18:22:00.000-08:00Finally! I was able to finish reading this :) I s...Finally! I was able to finish reading this :) I seem to get slower at reading these days.<br><br>Had I known it would touch Pinatubo, I would have stopped reading. No offense, but memories of those days still bring chills to me.<br><br>But it was too late when I found out and I was able to finish the story.<br><br>Our family was very much affected by the Base's pull-out. My parents, brothers and sisters all worked there. That's why I hate the guts of people who marched on the streets shouting "Yankees go home!" and if you look at them closely, they were wearing adidas shoes, levis jeans and hanes t-shirt as they were marching.<br><br>and of course, it's a great story. one that I can really relate to.<br><br>sorry, another long comment. :)Royhttp://thestrugglingblogger.comnoreply@blogger.com