Darla Raspberry

Me and Sam

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Submitted by darla on Wed, 2009/12/23 - 1:56pm

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Two young teens, life-long friends, discover each other, though not in the usual way.
A gentle "coming-of-age" tale.

Me and Sam

by Darla Raspberry

Happily Ever After? Chapter 17

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Submitted by darla on Thu, 2008/09/11 - 7:18am

Joan's life is starting into a new routine as she reflects on things and people changing within her life... or do they?

Darla Raspberry anniversary

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Submitted by LindaJ on Sun, 2008/08/31 - 5:25pm

This month was the anniversary of Darla Raspberry's death. Not sure what to say, just that I still think of her/him just about every day. (I am her ex-wife.) Just that I am changed forever, and so is her son. That we have learned first hand the terrible mental and physical effects that were caused, most likely, from a lifetime of living in denial.

A question about Me and Sam

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Submitted by Jo-Anne on Tue, 2008/03/04 - 9:35am

Uhm.. So, I'm rather new at this, so be gentle, please?

Happily Ever After? Chapter 16

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Submitted by darla on Wed, 2007/07/25 - 9:04pm

Joan and Sam continue to wend their way through the first week of school.

Happily Ever After? Chapter 15

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Submitted by darla on Fri, 2007/07/20 - 6:44pm

Joan is finally allowed back in class. She begins to question Jared’s character. After much deliberation the three musicians agree on a name for the band. And finally, Fred offers Sam a job…

Happily Ever After? Chapter 14

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Submitted by darla on Sun, 2007/07/15 - 7:43pm

Joan has a hard time coming to terms with the powers that be. With the help of family and friends she manages to get things straightened out for the time being. Sam does his best to make sure that Joan’s alright...

Happily Ever After? Chapter 13

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Submitted by darla on Tue, 2007/07/10 - 8:37pm

Joan and Jared get to know each other better. Sam cooks dinner! Joan worries about returning to school on the morrow...

Happily Ever After? Chapter 12

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Submitted by darla on Wed, 2007/07/04 - 1:53am

Joan makes a new friend. Jared becomes an integral part of everyone's future... The band just keeps getting better and better...

Happily Ever After? Chapter 11

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Submitted by darla on Thu, 2007/06/28 - 12:38am

Can Joan survive the bus ride home? Will Aunt Melissa be forced to swim back to Brisbane? Joan discovers that having friends has its downside too. (sorry about the synopsis: i was feeling quite silly this morning!)

Happily Ever After? Chapter 10

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Submitted by darla on Thu, 2007/06/21 - 8:52pm

Work progresses smoothly on the Ryan Inn. Sam takes the mound one last time. Will he escape unscathed?

Happily Ever After? Chapter 9

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Submitted by darla on Fri, 2007/06/15 - 9:57am

Joan continues to work on the Inn. Sam comes home with some exciting news of his own...

Happily Ever After? Chapter 8

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Submitted by darla on Fri, 2007/06/08 - 1:00pm

Joan is offered and accepts the job to paint the Ryan Inn. A new confidence builds within her as her life finally starts coming together

Happily Ever After? Chapter 7

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Submitted by darla on Mon, 2007/06/04 - 8:53am

The family attends cousin Melissa's wedding. Joan receives an exciting new job offer. The whole family somehow becomes involved in the decision making process.

Happily Ever After? Chapter 6

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Submitted by darla on Thu, 2007/05/31 - 4:50am

Joan and Sam continue to adjust to their new life as the summer winds down. Plans are made to attend cousin Melissa's wedding.

Happily Ever After? Chapter 5

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Submitted by darla on Wed, 2007/05/23 - 7:54am

Joan has a run in with an old "friend." Just for a moment, she begins to wonder whether or not the twins are hers.

Happily Ever After? Chapter 4

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Submitted by darla on Fri, 2007/05/18 - 5:56am

A health crisis sends Sam to the hospital. A frantic Joan attempts to make sense of it all.

Happily Ever After? Chapter 3

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Submitted by darla on Wed, 2007/05/09 - 7:51am

Joan struggles to find her place in this life. Sam continues to put himself at risk for the love of the game

Joan's Room - Book 2 of Me and Sam

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Submitted by darla on Mon, 2007/05/07 - 11:36am

Joan's Room

Book 2 of Me and Sam

by Darla Raspberry

Happily Ever After? Chapter 2

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Submitted by darla on Thu, 2007/05/03 - 11:12pm

Joan and Sam reacquaint themselves with the real world

Happily Ever After? Chapter 1

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Submitted by darla on Sun, 2007/04/29 - 1:19pm

As Book Three of the story of "Me And Sam" opens, the young teens return from their honeymoon. Joan wonders and worries how it's all ever going to work out.

The Woman Within

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Submitted by darla on Wed, 2007/01/31 - 10:24pm

Synopsis: Mark attempts to deal with the woman within. WARNING: This Is A Dark Ride!!!

Joan's Room The Final Chaper

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Submitted by darla on Wed, 2006/12/20 - 3:58pm

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This is the final chapter in the story of "Joan's Room." Their magical day finally arrives. Will Joan find the strength within herself to make it all come together? Will outside forces intervene and prevent this marriage of necessity?

Joan's Room Chapter 24

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Submitted by darla on Fri, 2006/12/15 - 1:07pm

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Joan and Sam make plans for their upcoming nuptials. In the end she receives an unexpected proposal...

Joan's Room Chapter 23

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Submitted by darla on Sun, 2006/12/10 - 11:46am

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Reality sets in as Joan is forced to carefully examine her current life and potential future. What will they all decide in the face of seemingly overwhelming obstacles?

Joan's Room Chapters 21 and 22

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Submitted by darla on Mon, 2006/12/04 - 10:23am

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As book two begins to draw to a close, Sam considers his options. Joan makes an impassioned plea for her child. She ponders the potential problems of being a parent at such a tender age.

Joan's Room Chapter 20

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Submitted by darla on Sat, 2006/11/25 - 8:39pm

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Joan's life starts to slip sideways when a lost job, a sick Sam, and a concerned Aunt come together to shake her world -- in a way she never expected.

Joan's Room Chapters 18 and 19

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Submitted by darla on Tue, 2006/11/21 - 10:17pm

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Joan becomes more serious about her new job.. Darla pesters her till she agrees to call Fred and ask if Darla can come with her for Sunday’s practice session. Finally, she’s stricken numb when she catches Sam in a lie...

Joan's Room Chapter 17

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Submitted by darla on Fri, 2006/11/17 - 10:27pm

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Joan has a bit of a rough time with Mom. She finally gets together with Fred. Tensions are stretched to the limit as Dr. Raspberry expresses her disapproval with Joan’s behavior.

Joan's Room Chapter 16

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Submitted by darla on Mon, 2006/11/13 - 1:29pm

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Joan begins to wonder if she’s turning gay. Sam has some serious relationship questions as well. Joan’s cousin pays a visit. The young lovers make up one more time…

Joan's Room Chapters 14 and 15

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Submitted by darla on Mon, 2006/10/30 - 9:53pm

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Aunt Melissa finally arrives from the land down under. Joan has a run in with a dissatisfied customer. She watches Sam pitch another game. The young lovers have a spat of sorts. Joan spends the evening alone until she meets the mysterious "Fred…" Will her entire life change as a result of this chance encounter?

Joan's Room Chapter 13

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Submitted by darla on Fri, 2006/10/27 - 9:27am

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Mom finds the two young lovers in a compromising position. Joan’s father sends her a birthday present. Joan and Sam exchange precious gifts of their own.

Joan's Room Chapter 12

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Submitted by darla on Mon, 2006/10/23 - 7:14am

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The three girlfriends have a very special birthday celebration. Sam continues to impress everyone with his pitching arm. Joan and Sam receive an opportunity to share a very special birthday celebration of their own.

Joan's Room Chapter 11

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Submitted by darla on Fri, 2006/10/20 - 8:21am

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Joan and Sam work things out. Joan finally expresses her needs to Dr. Raspberry. Mom gets the pictures of Dad’s new living quarters developed.

Joan's Room Chapter 10

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Submitted by darla on Mon, 2006/10/16 - 2:19pm

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Joan begins a new career. A shopping trip with Mom ensues.The girls make plans for a birthday party and the two young teens continue falling in and out of love.

Joan's Room Chapter 9

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Submitted by darla on Sat, 2006/10/14 - 5:49am

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Joan and her father come to an understanding (of sorts). She arrives home in time to spend the 4th of July with Sam.

Joan's Room Chapters 7 and 8

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Submitted by darla on Tue, 2006/10/10 - 9:55am

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Joan keeps her appointment with Dr. Raspberry. Joan, Sam, and Darla spend a fun evening together at the Raspberrys’. Sam has his pitching debut and Joan’s father comes to take her away.

Joan's Room Chapters 5 and 6

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Submitted by darla on Fri, 2006/10/06 - 11:20am

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Joan finally hears from her father. In a moment of anger she writes him an email. Some things are better left unsaid. Plans are made for a therapy session with Dr. Vivian Raspberry.

Story:

Chapter 5

One Thing Leads to Another

Joan's Room Chapter 4

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Submitted by darla on Mon, 2006/10/02 - 11:43pm

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Joan completes the planned renovations, but will Mom be pleased, angry, or simply annoyed with her?

Joan's Room Chapter 3

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Submitted by darla on Wed, 2006/09/27 - 9:17pm

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Joan devises some special plans for a certain room in the house.

Joan's Room Chapter 2

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Submitted by darla on Fri, 2006/09/22 - 11:54am

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As the story of "Me and Sam" continues to unfold, Joan finds out what became of her father. Sam has a surprise of his own to reveal.

Joan's Room Chapter 1

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Submitted by darla on Fri, 2006/09/15 - 10:39pm

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Book Two opens with Joan and Sam sharing a very special night locked in embrace. The two teens continue to grow and evolve both together and separately.

Me And Sam -- The Final Chapter

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Submitted by darla on Sat, 2006/09/09 - 7:03am

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As Book One finally draws to a close, Joan has her first visit to the beauty parlor. Joan and Sam's relationship deepens as the story continues to unfold...

Me And Sam -- Chapter 22

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Submitted by darla on Tue, 2006/09/05 - 8:14am

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The school year ends. Joan attends the meeting for transgendered teens and someone's secret is exposed!

Me And Sam -- Chapters 20 and 21

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Submitted by darla on Thu, 2006/08/31 - 7:54am

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Two young teens, life-long friends, discover each other though not in the usual way. A gentle "coming-of-age" tale. JJ continues down the road of self discovery.