Squirrel Bachelor of Arts
True story flash16 total reviews
Comment from Mary Shifman
I'll have to say that I laughed hysterically when I read this post. We've had an on-going battle with squirrels for years and here I was thinking, "Finally, here's a solution!" I laughed so hard that my husband came in to see what was so funny. You made my day. Thanks.
reply by the author on 01-Oct-2021
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I'll have to say that I laughed hysterically when I read this post. We've had an on-going battle with squirrels for years and here I was thinking, "Finally, here's a solution!" I laughed so hard that my husband came in to see what was so funny. You made my day. Thanks.
Comment Written 01-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 01-Oct-2021
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Hi Mary--what a delight to make someone's day! Thanks for the six. Bill
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You are so welcome!
Comment from humpwhistle
As a fellow with a backyard full of oak trees, I can commiserate with the squirrel dilemma. Very nice bit of humor here.
Steve Allen used to say that humor is rooted in the unexpected i.e, Roses are red, Violets are blue. You think this will rhyme, but it won't.
The college bit is good, but 'the bastard' is perfectly placed and timed.
Best of luck, Bill.
Peace, Lee
reply by the author on 01-Oct-2021
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As a fellow with a backyard full of oak trees, I can commiserate with the squirrel dilemma. Very nice bit of humor here.
Steve Allen used to say that humor is rooted in the unexpected i.e, Roses are red, Violets are blue. You think this will rhyme, but it won't.
The college bit is good, but 'the bastard' is perfectly placed and timed.
Best of luck, Bill.
Peace, Lee
Comment Written 01-Oct-2021
reply by the author on 01-Oct-2021
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Thanks for reading Lee and for the kind and generous feedback. First draft didn't have 'bastard', but it does fit.
Comment from lancellot
Ha, now this was funny and very unexpected. I miss reading real flash fiction with a killer ending. This has that and more. I was completely surprised. If this one isn't in the winner's circle then something is wrong.
Perfect.
reply by the author on 01-Oct-2021
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Ha, now this was funny and very unexpected. I miss reading real flash fiction with a killer ending. This has that and more. I was completely surprised. If this one isn't in the winner's circle then something is wrong.
Perfect.
Comment Written 30-Sep-2021
reply by the author on 01-Oct-2021
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Thank you so much for reading and your kind and generous review. I appreciate both!
Comment from C. Gale Burnett
I love reading true stories, and I loved this one. I was entertained because I could relate as I'm always trying out different ways to keep squirrels out of my birdfeeders. Nothing has worked yet, but then I don't have a college degree. Loved your mom's comments at the end.
reply by the author on 02-Oct-2021
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I love reading true stories, and I loved this one. I was entertained because I could relate as I'm always trying out different ways to keep squirrels out of my birdfeeders. Nothing has worked yet, but then I don't have a college degree. Loved your mom's comments at the end.
Comment Written 30-Sep-2021
reply by the author on 02-Oct-2021
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Thanks for reading and your kind comments. I appreciate both!
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You are so welcome!
Comment from T B Botts
This story is hilarious. I have a friend who had the same problem. I think he finally put some old CD's on the line to discourage them. Not sure if they worked or not. Good luck.
Blessings
Tom
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reply by the author on 02-Oct-2021
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This story is hilarious. I have a friend who had the same problem. I think he finally put some old CD's on the line to discourage them. Not sure if they worked or not. Good luck.
Blessings
Tom
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Comment Written 30-Sep-2021
reply by the author on 02-Oct-2021
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Thanks for reading and your kind comments. I appreciate both!
Comment from RodG
Because I have the same problem of squirrels robbing my feeder, I really like your story. Son's idea seemed plausible, but some squirrels are indeed too smart. Well told in only 100 words. Rod
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reply by the author on 02-Oct-2021
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Because I have the same problem of squirrels robbing my feeder, I really like your story. Son's idea seemed plausible, but some squirrels are indeed too smart. Well told in only 100 words. Rod
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Comment Written 30-Sep-2021
reply by the author on 02-Oct-2021
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Thanks for reading and your kind comments. I appreciate both!