Sticks & Stones...
Why not be nice to others? It's so much easier.22 total reviews
Comment from barbara.wilkey
Everybody is unique and this contest entry explains that absolutely perfectly. I enjoyed reading this entry. I want to wish you luck with the contest.
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2024
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Everybody is unique and this contest entry explains that absolutely perfectly. I enjoyed reading this entry. I want to wish you luck with the contest.
Comment Written 24-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2024
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Thanks so much for reading, Barbara.
Comment from Patty Mazzurco
You've created a vivid and engaging piece here. I like how you use animal metaphors to convey the narrator's frustration with Lucy's criticism and the overall theme of self-acceptance. The dialogue feels authentic and your buildup to the final confrontation is well-executed. It's clear you're addressing real emotions with humor, making the message relatable. Overall, it's a strong piece that balances humor with a thoughtful commentary on body image and self-perception.
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2024
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You've created a vivid and engaging piece here. I like how you use animal metaphors to convey the narrator's frustration with Lucy's criticism and the overall theme of self-acceptance. The dialogue feels authentic and your buildup to the final confrontation is well-executed. It's clear you're addressing real emotions with humor, making the message relatable. Overall, it's a strong piece that balances humor with a thoughtful commentary on body image and self-perception.
Comment Written 23-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 24-Jul-2024
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Thanks so much for this very kind review.
Comment from Father Flaps
Hi Heather,
Some people are too critical. I say, if you can't treat others with kindness, keep your trap shut! Lucy doesn't realize how easily she is hurting others. The tongue can be a terrible weapon.
Yikes! You did it yourself! You just called Georgina a "gorilla"! That's how easy it is to poke someone.
Nicely penned! These flash fictions aren't easy, but you've done a great job in exactly 75 words.
Good Luck in the contest!
Hugs,
Kimbob
reply by the author on 23-Jul-2024
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Hi Heather,
Some people are too critical. I say, if you can't treat others with kindness, keep your trap shut! Lucy doesn't realize how easily she is hurting others. The tongue can be a terrible weapon.
Yikes! You did it yourself! You just called Georgina a "gorilla"! That's how easy it is to poke someone.
Nicely penned! These flash fictions aren't easy, but you've done a great job in exactly 75 words.
Good Luck in the contest!
Hugs,
Kimbob
Comment Written 23-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 23-Jul-2024
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I agree with you most completely. If we were kinder to each other, life would be a lot nicer.
Thanks so much for reading.
Have a lovely day.
Comment from Wils
You're right about great minds thinking alike. Call it writer's intuition lol. Funny how fate works like that sometimes.Here's to both of us doing well in the contest.
Geoff
reply by the author on 23-Jul-2024
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You're right about great minds thinking alike. Call it writer's intuition lol. Funny how fate works like that sometimes.Here's to both of us doing well in the contest.
Geoff
Comment Written 22-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 23-Jul-2024
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Thanks for your review, Geoff. Have a great day.
Comment from LJbutterfly
Haha! There's a whole zoo in this story. Seriously, women are often cruel to each other. When we're young, we're not happy with out body. When we get older and our body changes, we're not happy with the change. Unfortunately, we all know a Lucy. Best wishes in the contest.
reply by the author on 23-Jul-2024
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Haha! There's a whole zoo in this story. Seriously, women are often cruel to each other. When we're young, we're not happy with out body. When we get older and our body changes, we're not happy with the change. Unfortunately, we all know a Lucy. Best wishes in the contest.
Comment Written 22-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 23-Jul-2024
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Thanks so much for your kind review.
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
Hahaha..... that's funny and so true. Women are under society scrutiny all the time. Body shame must stop. We are all beautiful as we are. Great entry for the 75 Words Flash Fiction contest.
Besitos y abrazos
Marival
reply by the author on 22-Jul-2024
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Hahaha..... that's funny and so true. Women are under society scrutiny all the time. Body shame must stop. We are all beautiful as we are. Great entry for the 75 Words Flash Fiction contest.
Besitos y abrazos
Marival
Comment Written 22-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 22-Jul-2024
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Muchas gracias, Marival. Besos.
Comment from Karen Cherry Threadgill
A 75 word flash is hard to write. You managed to get your point across though. Navigating through my Packing dox maze is bothersome. I will be at this for a while. At least, the actual move is finished. Now, I painstakingly have to go through every single box. I have to donate even more stuff. While it gives me joy to help others out,
It still is like a knife through the heart at times. While some might say that the rocking chair that takes up so much space in the room needs to go, what I see is a chair I fed my babies in. It is crammed with memories. But, life goes on while you are making other plans. My writing and reviewing will be spotty untill I finish. Karen
reply by the author on 22-Jul-2024
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A 75 word flash is hard to write. You managed to get your point across though. Navigating through my Packing dox maze is bothersome. I will be at this for a while. At least, the actual move is finished. Now, I painstakingly have to go through every single box. I have to donate even more stuff. While it gives me joy to help others out,
It still is like a knife through the heart at times. While some might say that the rocking chair that takes up so much space in the room needs to go, what I see is a chair I fed my babies in. It is crammed with memories. But, life goes on while you are making other plans. My writing and reviewing will be spotty untill I finish. Karen
Comment Written 22-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 22-Jul-2024
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Good luck with the packing and donating.
Comment from jessizero
I wonder if this is literal or if she's just claiming they are like these animals. Either way, this was a fun and funny piece for the contest. Thank you for sharing, and best wishes to you.
reply by the author on 22-Jul-2024
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I wonder if this is literal or if she's just claiming they are like these animals. Either way, this was a fun and funny piece for the contest. Thank you for sharing, and best wishes to you.
Comment Written 21-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 22-Jul-2024
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It is quite literal. Just a bit of silliness. x
Comment from tfawcus
Ha! Ha! Sometimes I wonder who is looking at who in the zoo! A delightful flash fiction that doubles as a cautionary tale. Good luck with it in the contest.
reply by the author on 22-Jul-2024
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Ha! Ha! Sometimes I wonder who is looking at who in the zoo! A delightful flash fiction that doubles as a cautionary tale. Good luck with it in the contest.
Comment Written 20-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 22-Jul-2024
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Thanks so much. Have a great day.
Comment from Begin Again
Whatever we are..let us be and find happiness in everything that is different. Just as long as you aren't a horse's (you know what)...things will be grand. Have a great day! Smiles, Carol
reply by the author on 22-Jul-2024
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Whatever we are..let us be and find happiness in everything that is different. Just as long as you aren't a horse's (you know what)...things will be grand. Have a great day! Smiles, Carol
Comment Written 20-Jul-2024
reply by the author on 22-Jul-2024
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Thanks for reading, Carol.