tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post9082827490915911746..comments2024-03-29T02:43:11.575-04:00Comments on Jungle Red Writers: When Neighbors Become Rivals by Kate CarlisleJungle Red Writershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16646429819267618412noreply@blogger.comBlogger52125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-71300049208259514962017-11-09T16:14:26.830-05:002017-11-09T16:14:26.830-05:00I just lost my appetite! (Not really. Sadly, it ta...I just lost my appetite! (Not really. Sadly, it takes more than that.) You must've been really confident to taste it.<br /><br />That poor girl. Imagine growing up with that chaos in your life. So sad. I'm glad they moved away from you so you don't have to be around it. I hoep they got help.Kate Carlislehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12618714946285365260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-17630345103120849972017-11-09T13:11:36.443-05:002017-11-09T13:11:36.443-05:00Congrats on the new book, Kate! And what a terrifi...Congrats on the new book, Kate! And what a terrific name! I've never been competitive with a neighbor, but we have had issues with one. <br /><br />He was a drunk, and would get into frequent screaming matches with his teenage daughter. One day the guy came to our front door in tears (and yes, very intoxicated), saying she'd hit him over the head with a plate. "I'm bleeding, I'm bleeding!" he kept shouting. I took a look at the red substance all over his scalp and thought I knew what it was. I dipped a finger in, tasted it, and yes--ketchup! Thank goodness they've both moved away.Leslie Karsthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15779717365273916569noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-27718895245395662012017-11-09T13:09:49.650-05:002017-11-09T13:09:49.650-05:00Oh, I'm sorry to hear you won't be able to...Oh, I'm sorry to hear you won't be able to enjoy Hallmark Movies & Mysteries. It is a wonderful channel for mystery lovers. I do hope, though, that you'll give the books a try. You can read chapter 1 of each of my books for free at KateCarlisle.com, so it's not a big commitment. :)Kate Carlislehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12618714946285365260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-57267603324519868762017-11-09T13:08:27.075-05:002017-11-09T13:08:27.075-05:00LOL!!!!!! You do realize, Jenn, that would only ha...LOL!!!!!! You do realize, Jenn, that would only happen to you?Kate Carlislehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12618714946285365260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-15698363198140636292017-11-09T13:08:02.411-05:002017-11-09T13:08:02.411-05:00Yes! That was terrible. It does show that the thin...Yes! That was terrible. It does show that the things that happen in our books can certainly happen in real life. I prefer fiction!Kate Carlislehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12618714946285365260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-41760487712370860362017-11-09T13:06:54.859-05:002017-11-09T13:06:54.859-05:00Thank you, Deborah. Jewel is wonderful in the role...Thank you, Deborah. Jewel is wonderful in the role of Shannon. She's completely believable as a home contractor and amateur sleuth. She's got amazing feminine strength that really comes through in the role.<br /><br />I love dogs, but that would bother me, if my dogs weren't able to enjoy the yard because of the neighbor's dog's aggressive behavior. Kate Carlislehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12618714946285365260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-60683666662037129672017-11-09T12:49:38.335-05:002017-11-09T12:49:38.335-05:00Currently, our neighbors are good, but we pretty m...Currently, our neighbors are good, but we pretty much mind our own business and speak when we see one another outside. Some years ago we had a neighbor from Hell, and I try not to think about it much. We live on a road that isn't conducive to neighborhood get-togethers. Growing up though, we knew and interacted with our neighbors on a daily basis, looking out for one another and sharing meals and the such. I do often miss that sort of relationship.<br /><br />Kate, I do need to start reading your Fixer-up series, as it sounds so enjoyable. I tried to get the channel for the Hallmark Mystery Movies when your show came out, and finally the person on the phone helping me told me I just didn't get that in my area. I haven't given up though.Kathy Reelhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17004247271452356577noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-64595103190767473282017-11-09T12:48:41.199-05:002017-11-09T12:48:41.199-05:00I once had a neighbor who would "help" m...I once had a neighbor who would "help" me edge my yard when he was edging his. It was all lovely until he went Tim the Toolman Taylor on his edger and smashed my new windows. Sigh...Jenn McKinlayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03214926031147370862noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-16262972054798698262017-11-09T12:48:06.906-05:002017-11-09T12:48:06.906-05:00Be careful what you wish for! The next people coul...Be careful what you wish for! The next people could be worse. (Sorry. Mystery writer. My mind goes to the dark side.)<br /><br />They sound horrible, Mark. I hope that they do leave soon, and that your next neighbors will be more considerate.Kate Carlislehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12618714946285365260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-67291198003182596192017-11-09T12:45:58.637-05:002017-11-09T12:45:58.637-05:00That's lovely and civic-minded of you, Terry. ...That's lovely and civic-minded of you, Terry. Great reason for decorating.Kate Carlislehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12618714946285365260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-36720237979921390122017-11-09T12:45:00.183-05:002017-11-09T12:45:00.183-05:00LOL! That doesn't sound far off from Whoville,...LOL! That doesn't sound far off from Whoville, actually.<br /><br />I'm with you on Halloween. I know it's supposed to be a scary holiday, but I wouldn't want to terrify small children. Of course, I suppose that would mean more leftover candy...Kate Carlislehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12618714946285365260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-33436407184556399022017-11-09T12:43:18.361-05:002017-11-09T12:43:18.361-05:00It must be really nice to have friends in the same...It must be really nice to have friends in the same building so you can watch out for each other. Really makes a high rise feel more like a cozy neighborhood.Kate Carlislehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12618714946285365260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-61371812883628080802017-11-09T12:42:00.946-05:002017-11-09T12:42:00.946-05:00LOL! I was imagining all sorts of weird colors! Th...LOL! I was imagining all sorts of weird colors! The 70s were a wild time, after all.Kate Carlislehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12618714946285365260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-44539752296775979192017-11-09T12:41:18.821-05:002017-11-09T12:41:18.821-05:00Thank you, Pat! Sounds like you have a lot of expe...Thank you, Pat! Sounds like you have a lot of experience with home reno, so you understand how it could lead to thoughts of murder. LOLKate Carlislehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12618714946285365260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-58521837098118176602017-11-09T12:33:02.458-05:002017-11-09T12:33:02.458-05:00Ooh, what a good idea, Kate!
Looking forward to ...Ooh, what a good idea, Kate! <br /><br />Looking forward to your new book. Karen in Ohiohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13846039203123720312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-36708040743848948862017-11-09T11:54:03.337-05:002017-11-09T11:54:03.337-05:00Clearly, the most interesting "bad neighbor&q...Clearly, the most interesting "bad neighbor" story in the news is the one about Sen. Rand Paul and his neighbor who was so disgruntled about "landscaping issues" he broke 5 of the senator's ribs!Juliahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09553268569509053159noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-10491617003128391742017-11-09T11:53:23.707-05:002017-11-09T11:53:23.707-05:00Titles are SUCH a challenge! We're trying to c...Titles are SUCH a challenge! We're trying to come up with one now for the next Fixer-Upper Mystery, which will be out in about a year. We had one that everyone agreed upon (me, my editor, my agent, and marketing), but then someone realized that our wordplay had a second meaning that wasn't at all appealing. So it's back to the drawing board! Our challenge is to come up with something that incorporates a tool/home repair connotation and something that has a mystery feeling to it. EAVES OF DESTRUCTION fit those requirements perfectly. I'm glad you like it!Kate Carlislehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12618714946285365260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-79243539210705310952017-11-09T11:50:20.466-05:002017-11-09T11:50:20.466-05:00Oh, goodness, Judi! That is so fortunate, not only...Oh, goodness, Judi! That is so fortunate, not only that the dog heard you but that he was able to communicate a sense of urgency to get to you.<br /><br />My jaw dropped at your story. I would've been tempted to say, "The world doesn't stop when you're not around."Kate Carlislehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12618714946285365260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-13427547775688755872017-11-09T11:48:30.694-05:002017-11-09T11:48:30.694-05:00Gigi, that sounds scary! Here's hoping he'...Gigi, that sounds scary! Here's hoping he's not your neighbor for long...Juliahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09553268569509053159noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-26165217568064583582017-11-09T11:48:22.194-05:002017-11-09T11:48:22.194-05:00You are a lucky girl! I am, too. Though I've h...You are a lucky girl! I am, too. Though I've had neighbors that I wouldn't call friends, I've never had an adversarial relationship with one.Kate Carlislehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12618714946285365260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-52669841149335650952017-11-09T11:47:42.715-05:002017-11-09T11:47:42.715-05:00Oh shoot, I just hit Sign Out instead of Publish o...Oh shoot, I just hit Sign Out instead of Publish on the comment I just wrote to you. LOL Let's see if I can recreate it...<br /><br />OMG, that would be so scary to live next door to racists with a violent streak!<br /><br />Unfortunately, I think a lot of people mistake a hearing disability for a mental disability. I hope they were kind to you.<br /><br />I'm not familiar with that movie, but if it's about one-upmanship run amok then yes, that's what happens in EAVES OF DESTRUCTION. But in a realistic way, not slapstick. :)Kate Carlislehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12618714946285365260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-52593819851148210962017-11-09T11:44:15.354-05:002017-11-09T11:44:15.354-05:00Agreed. Kate! How difficult would it be? And I wo...Agreed. Kate! How difficult would it be? And I wonder--is it fun? Hank Phillippi Ryanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07630366214207785339noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-47860697763563117812017-11-09T11:43:14.309-05:002017-11-09T11:43:14.309-05:00I know! It's much funnier that way. I wish!I know! It's much funnier that way. I wish! Hank Phillippi Ryanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07630366214207785339noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-55935121354692198252017-11-09T11:42:34.785-05:002017-11-09T11:42:34.785-05:00You're kidding! After the holidays, she just.....You're kidding! After the holidays, she just... leaves them? That is so antisocial!<br /><br />I'm glad you're enjoying EAVES OF DESTRUCTION, Wendall. Thank you for letting me know!Kate Carlislehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12618714946285365260noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1001156153899984046.post-77711705035750333342017-11-09T11:35:23.215-05:002017-11-09T11:35:23.215-05:00Hi Kate, and congrats on the new book AND the Hall...Hi Kate, and congrats on the new book AND the Hallmark series! It sounds like huge fun, and I love Jewel so will be looking out for it. (I wonder if Jewel still lives in Stephenville--not too far from us, at least in Texas miles, lol.)<br /><br />We've been in our house for twenty-three years, so have seen quite a few neighbors come and go. Mostly, they are lovely, especially our across the street neighbors, who we really like, and especially our across the driveway neighbors, who we really really really like! (Daughter and son-in-law and grandbaby!) The neighbors directly behind us, whose house looms over our back yard, are only there a few times a year, which is sort of nice. But we miss the previous owners, who were friends. (Although not their dog, a dog-aggressive little cockapoo who had his own doggie door. Whenever he heard us let our dogs out, he'd shoot out the doggie door and charge the fence. Drove us--and our dogs--bonkers.) <br /><br />Because we're in the historic district, the Christmas decorating tends to be considerably more eccentric than the all-matching neighborhoods on the planned side of town. We put up our own Christmas lights and I love them so much I always hate for them to come down on the New Year's Day.<br /><br />Deborah Crombiehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16988750789088153601noreply@blogger.com