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Genre: Historical Fiction
Word Count: 100
FORWARD CRAWL
Eight-year-old Johann hurried through breakfast. He couldn’t wait to go to Fullerton Beach. “Swimming lessons, today.”
“What if you drown?” asked his little brother, Peter.
“Drown? I’m going to be the greatest fish in the sea.”
Later, trembling with excitement, he dove into the chilly waves of Lake Michigan, beginning a love affair with the water that never ended.
Johnny Weissmuller, an Olympic gold medal winner, went on to become the most popular on-screen Tarzan of all time.
When a young swimmer asked him for advice, he replied,
“Don’t let go of the vine when you’re swinging through the jungle!”
Rochelle Wisoff-Fields-Addicted to Purple 
I have great memories of Tarzan on the big screen. Thank you for recalling them to memory
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You are most welcome, Whoever You Are.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Congratulations Rochelle
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Thank you, Sadje.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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You’re welcome
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Excellent as always!
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Many thanks, Mr. B.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Ach please Daddy won’t you take us to bioscope?
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An old South African song about a trip to the movies
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Ah, well that one sailed right over my head without mussing a single strand of hair.
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I’ve not seen the movie but have read the comic books. Great advice at the end 🙂
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Dear Joy,
There were many more movies than one. He was playing Tarzan from the 1930’s to the 1940’s. I loved watching them on Saturdays on TV. The swim scenes were always my favorites. 😉 As for the advice at the end, it is a quote from him, but I don’t know to whom he directed it. 😉 Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Dear Rochelle,
Interesting how this “still life” inspired you to write about Mr. Tarzan himself. Love it when that happens. He really was the best of them and it was interesting to see how he actually got the role!
Shalom and lotsa swimmingly wonderful love,
Dale
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Dear Dale,
The vase has a wave it seems. In my mind, although I’ve seen other Tarzans, Johnny Weissmuller is the ONE. Maybe it’s because of all the underwater scenes. Always my favorites. 😀 Thank you for your generous comments…always.
Shalom and lotsa waves of hugs,
Rochelle
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Uh huh… you might have mentioned it. Bloody hell. I actually was busy today and never got to write mine! I’m still on the fence, truth be told. And yeah, Johnny is the guy.
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Interesting & inspiring story, Rochelle.
Apt advice too- Hold on to the vine by all means for dear life 🙂
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Thank you so much, Anita.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I used to watch all those old Tarzan movies on TV as a kid. Great fun.
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Dear James,
Those movies were some of my favorites, too. 😀 Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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He was my favorite Tarzan. I always watched the Tarzan movies and had all the Edgar Rice Burroughs books. What an interesting life he led and such physical talent. I enjoyed the links you attached. Good job….as always.
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Dear Jan,
Those Tarzan movies were great fun. None compares to them. I think it was the underwater scenes that did it for me. The attachment was a fun read. Thanks, m’luv
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Your leap from prompt to story is like his from water to screen – curious but entirely successful. Great advice at the end there, too.
Jen
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PS Just asked my local book store to order your book for me. If they can’t, I see it’s now on the big A.ca!
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Dear Jen,
Your comment makes me smile. Yes, I think his advice is good for all of us in all situations. 😉
Yes, the book is all over Amazon. 😀 I’ll be interested to know if your bookstore can get it for you. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Who couldn’t love Tarzan?
Thank you so much for sharing a bit of his back story and the fabulous photo, Rochelle and I loved the quote. I think it applies to all of us as we travel through life.
Best wishes,
Rowena
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Dear Rowena,
I definitely agree re the quote. Glad you stopped by.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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What a blast to the past. I loved those Tarzan movies. Cool story of how he became Tarzan. Truth is always stranger than fiction. Nice to see Lake Michigan in there.
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Dear Lisa,
I loved curling up on a Saturday afternoon with those old B&W movies. He was definitely in the right place at the right time. 😉 Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Rochelle, I’m glad he stuck to his guns on his name also. An amazing fellow indeed. You are welcome.
Shalom,
Lisa
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Dear Rochelle,
Thanks for sharing this. I thought he was the best Tarzan who did the best Tarzan call. The second best Tarzan call is Carol Burnett’s.
Shalom,
Adele
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Dear Adele,
He was definitely the best Tarzan and certainly the most prolific. I always have loved Carol Burnett’s call, too. 😀 Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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That’s so interesting. What a storied career, both in sports and film both. Thanks for sharing the story, Rochelle.
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Dear David,
There was definitely more to Johnny Weissmuller than a fig leaf. I loved his movies for the swim scenes. Go figure. Thank you
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Great advice and fitting metaphor for life’s journey. I found the old black and white versions, or early portrayals of the Tarazn story both romantic and morally stable. Who needs the action packed pointless versions?
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Dear James,
I’m with you on your Tarzan assessments. 😉 Nothing better than a Saturday afternoon watching a good old black and white Tarzan movie. Thank you for swinging by.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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The ambitious spirit so often takes root at a young age! Good story, and congratulations on your book!
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Dear Angela,
His passion did start young. Thank you for your kind words.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Rochelle, you have this incredible ability of weaving true life into your stories; it’s a wonderful talent and I am always fascinated with what you write.
I have such fond memories of watching Tarzan soaring through the jungle, flying effortlessly from one tree to another. Of course, I also remember the great Johnny Weissmuller; he had a most impressive physique and struck a handsome pose before diving, a true champion.
Thanks for the memories and another incredible story.
Peace, Rochelle
🕊️
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Dear Nancy,
Johnny Weissmuller was a childhood favorite of mine. Loved Saturday afternoons watching the old black and white movies on TV. I always enjoyed the underwater scenes. Thank you re my story.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I used to watch those movies with my dad! It was always fascinating to me that he was an Olympic swimmer. He was certainly fit.
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Dear Laurie,
I guess being an Olympic swimmer didn’t hurt his physique any, did it. 😉 Thank you for swinging by.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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I do love his advice. Inspirational story as always. Great news about your book, Rochelle!
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Thank you, whoever you are.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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‘ … the greatest fish in the sea’ – I love that. The confidence! And he achieved it. I wonder what he would have thought about his lasting legacy stemming more from his movie persona than his swimming talent.
Thanks for bringing yet another fascinating person to the page here. And congratulations on your book.
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Dear Margaret,
And to think it all started for want of seeing Clark Gable. 😉 Many thanks for your kind words re my story and my new book.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Sounds like good advice.
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yes, indeed, Dawn.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Don’t let go of the vine – good advice, considering what is on jungle floors!
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Sound advice indeed. Thank you, whoever you are.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Oh, that’s someone I remember too. Ahhiahiahhh… And that is great advice, applicable everywhere.
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Dear Gabi
Yes, good advice. Johnny Weissmuller was the most memorable Tarzan for sure. Thank you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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My offering is above but I couldn’t seem to get into the link….
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I linked it for you.
Shalom,
Rochelle
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