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Christine Aylward's avatar

So enjoyed loved reading it! I see a book and a movie on the horizon!

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Mary Chapman Webster's avatar

We shall see. xoxo

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Louise Bonner's avatar

I can see Martha’s expression right now! Boy do I miss her! 🥰

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Mary Chapman Webster's avatar

She was something else. xo

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Cathy Stopher's avatar

Love this story.

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Mary Chapman Webster's avatar

Thank you for reading! xoxo

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Lisa Cregan's avatar

This is so charming. I throughly enjoyed it. XO

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Mary Chapman Webster's avatar

Thank you, Lisa. xo

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Marte Tetlie Brodahl's avatar

Wonderful reading Mary ! 🌼 loved it.

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Mary Chapman Webster's avatar

Thank you, Marte!! xo M

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Marshall's avatar

I just read this a second time. I’m ready for more! Tell Joe he needs to go on a fishing trip.

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Mary Chapman Webster's avatar

Bless you. He's fishing Wednesday. Stay tuned. xoxo

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Polly Ann Cleveland's avatar

This is a precious, charming story!!! I laughed out loud. You are a gifted storyteller, Mary.

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Mary Chapman Webster's avatar

Thank you, Polly Ann. xoxo

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v denton's avatar

Ode to a mother..." yes ma'am"

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Mary Chapman Webster's avatar

Yeah was not an option. xo

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Linda Gritta's avatar

Loved this, Mary... can't wait to hear what happens next! (side note: I was also forbidden to ever say "shut up":)

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Mary Chapman Webster's avatar

Thank you for reading this! Keep painting! XOXO

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Betsy McAllister's avatar

I love, love, love, this! I loved your mama and this is sooo her! I enjoyed this story just like I enjoy Marshall’s family stories every Saturday at 4:00. All such great memories from Connecticut Ave.❤️

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Mary Chapman Webster's avatar

Thank you, Betsy! xoxo

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Bonnie Weaver's avatar

One tough Mama!

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Mary Chapman Webster's avatar

She was a force of nature, but you ain’t seen nothing yet. :) xoxox

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Margaret's avatar

I loved reading this! Great way to start my day!

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Intoobus's avatar

Hey! Your post caught my eye on my homepage and I just wanted to send some support your way. Whenever you have a moment I’d be grateful if you could check out my latest newsletter. I’m always happy to support and lift each other up!

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Mary Chapman Webster's avatar

Thank you. Will do. MCW

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Marshall's avatar

Loved the irony in the last line. Well done!

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Mary Chapman Webster's avatar

Thank you...xo

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Byron's avatar

The Mitford Sisters ought to be worried. They’re about to be left in the shade by the Chapman Sisters!

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Mary Chapman Webster's avatar

Mitford sisters? That's high praise. Thanks, MW

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MELANIE Davis's avatar

Great writing! So much fun ⭕️❌

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Mary Chapman Webster's avatar

Thanks, Mel. xoxox

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