The Loser
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Comment from lancellot
This is humorous. When in doubt about what to write, write about being in doubt about what to write. I've seen that work more than a couple of times. And yes, you connected with the members, kept the word count low, and promoted high. All smart moves. But... you forgot the cute pet or senior citizen factors.
Oh well, good luck.
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2023
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This is humorous. When in doubt about what to write, write about being in doubt about what to write. I've seen that work more than a couple of times. And yes, you connected with the members, kept the word count low, and promoted high. All smart moves. But... you forgot the cute pet or senior citizen factors.
Oh well, good luck.
Comment Written 27-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2023
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Dang, I did forget that dog, thank you very much!
Comment from Frank Malley
I think this poem is offered to us humorously, but it's a little sad to read. There's too much concern about others who are purportedly better, even if that rating is offered humorously. Yes, writing can be better or worse. But it's difficult to find a rubric to score informal short essays by. This writer seems pretty capable, and - he won the losers contest, which may move him from the minors towards the pros.
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2023
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I think this poem is offered to us humorously, but it's a little sad to read. There's too much concern about others who are purportedly better, even if that rating is offered humorously. Yes, writing can be better or worse. But it's difficult to find a rubric to score informal short essays by. This writer seems pretty capable, and - he won the losers contest, which may move him from the minors towards the pros.
Comment Written 27-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2023
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Thank you very much!
Comment from Debi Pick Marquette
Mystery Writer, ord'inarily, I don't allow anyone to trash my friends without them hearing a mouthful from me, but this was so hilarious that I will let you get by with it this time. Lol
You completely humble yourself with your amazing put downs to yourself and the best part was that you were being so kind to some of thesis , so are we to argue with you? Hahahahaha! Remarkable Remembering my friend. Maybe a bit off kilter, especially since this is NF but works so well for the humror just can't get too many of those. Lol!!!
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2023
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Mystery Writer, ord'inarily, I don't allow anyone to trash my friends without them hearing a mouthful from me, but this was so hilarious that I will let you get by with it this time. Lol
You completely humble yourself with your amazing put downs to yourself and the best part was that you were being so kind to some of thesis , so are we to argue with you? Hahahahaha! Remarkable Remembering my friend. Maybe a bit off kilter, especially since this is NF but works so well for the humror just can't get too many of those. Lol!!!
Comment Written 27-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2023
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Thank you very much!
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
I have no idea how to win in the contests either! Ha ha ha, I expect it is down to luck. I enjoyed your unusual approach to this contest here and your entertaining dialogue, a fun post, I wish you luck and no one is laughing at you either, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2023
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I have no idea how to win in the contests either! Ha ha ha, I expect it is down to luck. I enjoyed your unusual approach to this contest here and your entertaining dialogue, a fun post, I wish you luck and no one is laughing at you either, love Dolly x
Comment Written 27-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2023
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Thank you very much, A+ writer!
Comment from Spitfire
Great ending that elicited a laugh from me. I like the reasoning: How am I going to feel if I lose a contest for losers? Also the bit about the really good writers not entering. Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2023
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Great ending that elicited a laugh from me. I like the reasoning: How am I going to feel if I lose a contest for losers? Also the bit about the really good writers not entering. Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 27-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2023
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LOL, Thank you very much!
Comment from Wayne Fowler
Very well written. Error-free as near as I, with my untrained eye, could determine.
I think you express the sentiment for a lot of us. But a hint - include a dog, a grandkid, or at least a little poetry. I'm pretty sure that's where the money is.
Good luck in the contest - and thanks for promoting it anyway!
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2023
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Very well written. Error-free as near as I, with my untrained eye, could determine.
I think you express the sentiment for a lot of us. But a hint - include a dog, a grandkid, or at least a little poetry. I'm pretty sure that's where the money is.
Good luck in the contest - and thanks for promoting it anyway!
Comment Written 27-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2023
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Dang, I forgot the dog? thank you very much for the six stars!
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smiley face here
Comment from Mintybee
This debate with yourself was a fun read. I like that you both took and ignored your own advice. The dialogue was punchy, relatable, quippy and easy to follow despite a lack of dialogue tags. Best wishes in the contest!
Mintybee
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2023
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This debate with yourself was a fun read. I like that you both took and ignored your own advice. The dialogue was punchy, relatable, quippy and easy to follow despite a lack of dialogue tags. Best wishes in the contest!
Mintybee
Comment Written 27-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2023
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Thank you very much!
Comment from Annmuma
6 stars for creativity and subject matter alone! I love it. It made me smile and also consider the question: Does winning a losers contest eliminate your eligibility as a loser? Great entry. Good luck in the contest. I did notice a couple of typos - see below. Good luck in the contest. ann
I'm not all sure---Suggest: I'm not at all sure
I decide to --- Suggest: I decided o
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2023
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6 stars for creativity and subject matter alone! I love it. It made me smile and also consider the question: Does winning a losers contest eliminate your eligibility as a loser? Great entry. Good luck in the contest. I did notice a couple of typos - see below. Good luck in the contest. ann
I'm not all sure---Suggest: I'm not at all sure
I decide to --- Suggest: I decided o
Comment Written 27-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2023
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Thank you very much!
Comment from Rachel Jamerson1
Your words truly betray the mental ramblings of one that is very insecure.
Uncertain of your abilities and fear for the response of others. I say go ahead and write you have nothing to lose.
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2023
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Your words truly betray the mental ramblings of one that is very insecure.
Uncertain of your abilities and fear for the response of others. I say go ahead and write you have nothing to lose.
Comment Written 27-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2023
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Thank you very much!
Comment from royowen
Having been No1 a number of.times, I've found that winning is very subjective particularly in writing, I used to cringe when I wrote and posted...I cringed, self deprecation is not that good, but it does keep one humble, well done, good luck, blessings Roy
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2023
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Having been No1 a number of.times, I've found that winning is very subjective particularly in writing, I used to cringe when I wrote and posted...I cringed, self deprecation is not that good, but it does keep one humble, well done, good luck, blessings Roy
Comment Written 27-Apr-2023
reply by the author on 27-Apr-2023
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Thank you very much!
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Most welcome
