Ironic
With apologies to Alanis7 total reviews
Comment from redlemurick
This made me laugh; the name and situation; the possible irony he's the crazy going out there; but then of course it could all be true maybe it is post-apocalyptic. Joy of being 50 words. And hyphens counting as a word I feel that pain.
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2023
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This made me laugh; the name and situation; the possible irony he's the crazy going out there; but then of course it could all be true maybe it is post-apocalyptic. Joy of being 50 words. And hyphens counting as a word I feel that pain.
Comment Written 28-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2023
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Thanks for the kind words, much appreciated :)
Comment from Dolly'sPoems
This is how I feel every time I leave my front door and go shopping, you never know what you might be faced with out on the streets! You made me smile here, love Dolly x
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2023
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This is how I feel every time I leave my front door and go shopping, you never know what you might be faced with out on the streets! You made me smile here, love Dolly x
Comment Written 28-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2023
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Thank you, Dolly. The really scary thing is when it's crazier "in here" than it is "out there"!
Comment from Rachelle Allen
Ha Ha Ha!! Now this really cracked me up. Everything in life is about perception, isn't it? It's like that meme that reads: "Old is fifteen years more than your current age." We all think OTHERS are the crazy ones.
Very, very good entry, this. Good luck to you in the polls, Mystery Writer!
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2023
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Ha Ha Ha!! Now this really cracked me up. Everything in life is about perception, isn't it? It's like that meme that reads: "Old is fifteen years more than your current age." We all think OTHERS are the crazy ones.
Very, very good entry, this. Good luck to you in the polls, Mystery Writer!
Comment Written 28-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2023
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Finally! Thanks, Rachelle. I really appreciated this review :)
Comment from Gypsy Blue Rose
Excellent entry for the 50 Word Flash Fiction writing prompt contest.
You kept it short as you were supposed to and very comprehensive. Well done. Good luck in the contest.
Gypsy
"Poetry heals the wounds inflicted by reason" -- Novalis
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2023
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Excellent entry for the 50 Word Flash Fiction writing prompt contest.
You kept it short as you were supposed to and very comprehensive. Well done. Good luck in the contest.
Gypsy
"Poetry heals the wounds inflicted by reason" -- Novalis
Comment Written 28-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2023
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Thank you Gypsy, most appreciated.
Comment from Paul Manton
A really nicely judged, well paced 50 word fiction -although, of course, this may not be fiction, as it is a generic military 'vignette' which could refer to any theater of war. Vietnam? Maybe.
Opens really well with the sharp dialogue (Major?) Calhoun ('Colonel' would be alliterative) barks out his order, though with the word 'kids', it suggests that this tough soldier is not without compassion.
The use of technical details - helmet, beret, rifle - adds authenticity to the account - you have our attention, no doubt.
A great 50. Thank you.
Paul
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2023
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A really nicely judged, well paced 50 word fiction -although, of course, this may not be fiction, as it is a generic military 'vignette' which could refer to any theater of war. Vietnam? Maybe.
Opens really well with the sharp dialogue (Major?) Calhoun ('Colonel' would be alliterative) barks out his order, though with the word 'kids', it suggests that this tough soldier is not without compassion.
The use of technical details - helmet, beret, rifle - adds authenticity to the account - you have our attention, no doubt.
A great 50. Thank you.
Paul
Comment Written 28-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2023
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Thanks, Paul, for the kind comments :)
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You're welcome.
Paul
Comment from Debbie D'Arcy
A very imaginative and well described flash in this limited word count form. The irony streams cleverly through here, enhanced by the image and dialogue. I'll take your word for those hyphenated words. Good luck! Debbie
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2023
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A very imaginative and well described flash in this limited word count form. The irony streams cleverly through here, enhanced by the image and dialogue. I'll take your word for those hyphenated words. Good luck! Debbie
Comment Written 28-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2023
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Thank you, Debbie, for the good luck wishes and encouraging comments.
Comment from JSD
An exciting little tale successfully told in so few words. I like the details of the headgear. Gets one thinking and one wants to know what happens next. Good luck in the competition.
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2023
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An exciting little tale successfully told in so few words. I like the details of the headgear. Gets one thinking and one wants to know what happens next. Good luck in the competition.
Comment Written 28-Jun-2023
reply by the author on 28-Jun-2023
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Thanks so much for the comments and good wishes :)