Writing Contest
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Well you should know I got all of that except any Chinese symbolism of white. I completely understood your story without explanation. :)I like that idea. But "Soon" puts me one word over.The owner of the china doll is God. The acrid stench is the doll. The doll is broken to be freed in a sense. White is supposedly a symbol for pain in China, but I'd have to look that up.
It just adds that more depth to the narrative...:cool:
I feel bad that whoever wins will have to get everyone s stories for the next writing prompt and repost without their identity. It is work for them. But it really is the best way...but they will have to figure out how to copy and paste without it saying who the writer is...would you copy to a document and then remove the identity and then list as story #1, #2, etc?
It is easy. Just highlight and control c. Similar on phone. Goes on clipboard. But I am good at stuff like that...whoever is next can try it and if they have issues, it really isnt about who grts the most likes. (Punchinello :) )
It wasn't. But it certainly looked like it. The early morning moon reflecting off the sea made the rippled waves look to fluoresce brightly as they broke gently over the reef. The morning was cold but the wet- suit that enshrouded me kept me warm and confident as I entered the water.
My goal was twofold. Satisfy the pregnant cravings of my wife for the paua that abounded in these waters, and to collect and polish it's beautiful turquoise shell to decorate our new home. Oh, yes, and to remember to bury the leftovers so no acrid stench of rotting fish.
My goal was twofold. Satisfy the pregnant cravings of my wife for the paua that abounded in these waters, and to collect and polish it's beautiful turquoise shell to decorate our new home. Oh, yes, and to remember to bury the leftovers so no acrid stench of rotting fish.
This is my favorite so far besides mine of course. Well written.
Aftermath
Puddles fluoresce in now brilliant sunshine
We wade through them in agony and awe;
Broken structures ache
We hear their moans of creaking as wind still insults them;
Yesterday's treasures now wastes of trash
That lie in piles
Soon to reek an acrid smell;
Sky still freaky ugly turquoise
Lost clouds, left behind, fly confused;
We marvel at destructive design
Weird beauty left scattered
By Wind
By Wave
By Weather
By Indiscriminate Chance.
Michael you have left a mess
Go join your sister Florence
In Atlantic dissipation:
We remain to struggle
To Rebuild
In The
Aftermath.
Puddles fluoresce in now brilliant sunshine
We wade through them in agony and awe;
Broken structures ache
We hear their moans of creaking as wind still insults them;
Yesterday's treasures now wastes of trash
That lie in piles
Soon to reek an acrid smell;
Sky still freaky ugly turquoise
Lost clouds, left behind, fly confused;
We marvel at destructive design
Weird beauty left scattered
By Wind
By Wave
By Weather
By Indiscriminate Chance.
Michael you have left a mess
Go join your sister Florence
In Atlantic dissipation:
We remain to struggle
To Rebuild
In The
Aftermath.
Well, it's less than 4 hours til end of voting and only one story has 2 votes, so it will be the winner unless any more votes come in. I had to take something to relax my torqued muscles and may be asleep at 9 pm...
I voted for the one that made me laugh but I loved brakelites story and uisddeans and mayflower and enoch11. I liked them alot. I'm probably shallow voting for the one that made me laugh!
So if I am asle ep at 9, the winner gives whatever prompts he desires for the next writing challenge. We will be anonymous to the readers for next one.
I voted for the one that made me laugh but I loved brakelites story and uisddeans and mayflower and enoch11. I liked them alot. I'm probably shallow voting for the one that made me laugh!
So if I am asle ep at 9, the winner gives whatever prompts he desires for the next writing challenge. We will be anonymous to the readers for next one.
We have a tie!
Brakelite and Episkopos each got 2 votes.
I didn't plan for a tie. Because I'm a nincompoop.
Now what?
Brakelite and Episkopos each got 2 votes.
I didn't plan for a tie. Because I'm a nincompoop.
Now what?
I think we are imputing, as it were, the best story to Brakelite. (In keeping with biblical terminology) :)
That is very generous of you. I thought your effort very original...amazed I didn't think of horses, my family for 4 generations were trainers and race goers. So thanks guys, I have no issues with the copy/paste system...just PM me your stories and I will claim the best as my own....did I just say that??? Oooops. Okay, here's the three words for the next essay. Same deal, 100 words or less.
Hyperventilated....scratch....Philippians
Oh, and does 2 weeks give everyone enough time????
Philippians, you who are seasoned with military retirees in this Roman colony, I salute you for your courage and faithfulness for the cause of Christ. Nevertheless, I write to warn you of a new enemy infiltrating the camps of Christ’s people. I nearly hyperventilated when I first heard of this disturbing news. Beware of Judaizers that pervert and diminish the power of grace and persuade many to the law. I am convinced you are not a scratch in this fight for the glorious prize. Rid this scourge from your ranks! To the glory of God and his Son, Jesus Christ.
A short play
Speaker 1 (authoritatively )
Quiet! Listen! For upcoming games can we agree just to scratch the Phillipians? They've always hyperventilated due to the excitement of the jeering crowds, then can't compete! A weak lot if you ask me.
Speaker 2 (scowling)
Yes I quite agree, they're always complaining that a simple wreath is a pathetic prize. They want drachmas or something.
Speaker 3 (shaking)
They're NOT going to like this! I won't tell them! Not me! Who will tell them?
Speaker 1 (boldly)
I'll tell them. These things will surely lead to the furtherance of the gospel.
Speaker 1 (authoritatively )
Quiet! Listen! For upcoming games can we agree just to scratch the Phillipians? They've always hyperventilated due to the excitement of the jeering crowds, then can't compete! A weak lot if you ask me.
Speaker 2 (scowling)
Yes I quite agree, they're always complaining that a simple wreath is a pathetic prize. They want drachmas or something.
Speaker 3 (shaking)
They're NOT going to like this! I won't tell them! Not me! Who will tell them?
Speaker 1 (boldly)
I'll tell them. These things will surely lead to the furtherance of the gospel.
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Okay guys, here I was waiting for folks contributions to my private inbox which were not forthcoming, and I forgot about the contest. Until I finally received an entry. Privately of course, and in full accordance with the rules. I have a good mind to scratch you two from the contest. I hyperventilated when I saw this. True Philippians would never behave in such a manner! Out of the goodness of my heart however, I shall repent of such thoughts, and give your contributions fair and unbiased consideration. This note is not an entry. Despite meeting all criteria.
Here is the first anonymous entry....
In the past, when I ran across unpleasant things, or difficult people, I worked myself up until I almost hyperventilated.
Then I read that I may make my plans but it is God who guides my steps.
After I saw that, I was able to do as the apostle counseled the Philippians. If you have a pen, scratch it down: Do all things without grumbling and complaining.
Here is the first anonymous entry....
In the past, when I ran across unpleasant things, or difficult people, I worked myself up until I almost hyperventilated.
Then I read that I may make my plans but it is God who guides my steps.
After I saw that, I was able to do as the apostle counseled the Philippians. If you have a pen, scratch it down: Do all things without grumbling and complaining.
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