I was really disturbed to hear about the short life and tragic killing of Marius the Giraffe. Poor guy's genes were apparently "too common" and thus "useless for breeding." Isn't there a better way to deal with this besides a bullet in the head. It's too late for Marius, but I put my giraffe thinking … Continue reading RIP Marius the Giraffe
Flash Fiction Challenge – Prompt Six
Flash Fiction Challenge! Week five submissions are in! Check them out! This week, I'm pleased to announce that Chris Musgrave - Writing in Training is my guest prompt creator this week! Great prompt, Chris. Looking forward to writing my flash fiction! Submit your week six flash fiction by February 12, 2014! Each Wednesday, post a … Continue reading Flash Fiction Challenge – Prompt Six
Flash Fiction Challenge – Week Five Submissions
The FFC week five submissions are in! That bathroom book of flash fiction is starting to take shape! Join us! Week Five Prompt: A man decides to surprise his wife by bringing her lunch at work. When he gets there, he is told she hasn’t worked there in weeks. Thanks for the great submissions everyone! … Continue reading Flash Fiction Challenge – Week Five Submissions
Versatile Blogger Award
Oh, excuse me. You just caught me in the middle of basking in the glory of my latest award. Whoever said modesty is the best policy was obviously never nominated for The Versatile Blogger Award. I would like to thank The Excessive Gardener for believing in me and being my number 1 fan! I so … Continue reading Versatile Blogger Award
Starting a Fire with Archie Comics
Lately, I hear myself saying things like “I’m so glad I grew up when I did” and “Wow, I would hate to be a kid nowadays.” Sure, that sounds a tad crotchety. Like when your parents thought the music you were into sounded like cats being tortured compared to the "real" music of their generation, … Continue reading Starting a Fire with Archie Comics
Flash Fiction Challenge – Prompt Five
Flash Fiction Challenge! Week Four submissions are in! Check them out! Submit your week three flash fiction by February 5, 2014! Each Wednesday, post a link to your submission in the comments section of the corresponding weekly prompt. Week Five Prompt: A man decides to surprise his wife by bringing her lunch at work. When … Continue reading Flash Fiction Challenge – Prompt Five
Flash Fiction Challenge – Week Four Submissions
The FFC week four submissions are in! We are settling into a weekly writing routine and discovering different voices. Join us! Week Four Prompt: Two people get into a heated discussion on a busy city street. Thanks for the great submissions everyone! "Outing" Chris Musgrave - Writer in Training "Jungle" The Excessive Gardener "Fifty Shades … Continue reading Flash Fiction Challenge – Week Four Submissions
#HerotoZero – Farm Animal Poll
Lured in by the title "Farm Animal Poll," huh. That's not a ringing enforcement of you. But while you're here, I've made a poll for your voting pleasure! Day 19: Publish a post in a new-to-you format - Okay, I can do that. In inspired by SFox Writing's Blog, I decided to post a post … Continue reading #HerotoZero – Farm Animal Poll
Flash Fiction Challenge – Prompt Four
Flash Fiction Challenge! Week three submissions are in! Check them out! Wow, week four already! What great submissions from all of you! It's interesting to read everyone's take on the prompts! Submit your week three flash fiction by January 29, 2014! Each Wednesday, post a link to your submission in the comments section of the … Continue reading Flash Fiction Challenge – Prompt Four
Flash Fiction Challenge – Week Three Submissions
The FFC week three submissions are in! Welcome aboard Chris Musgrave-Writer in Training! Week Three Prompt: While at a party, two adult siblings find themselves attracted to the same person. Thanks for the great submissions everyone! "Sibling Rivalry" Chris Musgrave - Writer in Training "Sibling Rivalry" Hi, I Make Stuff "Precious Time" The Excessive Gardener … Continue reading Flash Fiction Challenge – Week Three Submissions
Thain in Vain 