Flash Fiction Challenge Writing prompt: "While scrolling through Facebook, a women sees a picture of herself in a post about fashion victims.""Dark Hat" By Thain in Vain Sherrie held the big square box her Aunt Tessa had handed her. Sherrie thought it might be one of the most beautiful things she ever held. The royal … Continue reading Dark Hat (FFC52)
Tag: Humor
We Were Friends
Flash Fiction Challenge Writing prompt: "Two childhood friends meet up after twenty years. After several drinks, one admits to having murdered several people." "We Were Friends" By Thain in Vain The waitress dropped off two beers at our table. Mac grabbed his and drank with a desperate thirst. “What’s it been? Like twenty years? He said, … Continue reading We Were Friends
Executive Decision
Flash Fiction Challenge Writing prompt: "Look, somebody has got to make a decision." "Executive Decision" By Thain in Vain It was typical day for employees at Inspired Advertising Agency on that Tuesday. Some sat in a large boardroom brainstorming creative ideas to meet the desires of a client; others were hunkered down in cubicles churning out … Continue reading Executive Decision
RIP Marius the Giraffe
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
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
#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
Zero to Hero Catch-up: Part Deux!
Again, I'm playing catch in the Zero to Hero challenge! Where does the week go! It's seems like just yesterday I was dragging my carcass out of bed to face another cold Monday morning. But here we are on a delightful Saturday morning. It's downright balmy outside for a January winter's day. It's just a … Continue reading Zero to Hero Catch-up: Part Deux!
Flash Fiction Challenge – Prompt Three
Flash Fiction Challenge! Week two submissions are in! Check them out! Submit your week three flash fiction by January 22, 2014! Each Wednesday, post a link to your submission in the comments section of the corresponding weekly prompt. Week Three Prompt:While at a party, two adult siblings find themselves attracted to the same person. Want … Continue reading Flash Fiction Challenge – Prompt Three
Flash Fiction Challenge – Week Two Submissions
The FFC week two submissions are in! Welcome aboard Hi, I Make Stuff and HomeGrownCheekbone! Week Two Prompt: A writer famous for horror stories is writing a story that grows so terrifying that he/she becomes to afraid to complete it. Thanks for the great submissions everyone! "Viral" Chris Musgrave-Writer in Traning "Untitled" Hi, I Make … Continue reading Flash Fiction Challenge – Week Two Submissions
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