The Sock Hop
Those early, terrifying teen years.11 total reviews
Comment from Bill Schott
This sixty-word story, Sock Hop, is a quick and amusing tale that many of us can tell about our first time on the dance floor. Sock hops were long gone when I came of age, but wall flowers never go out of season.
reply by the author on 22-Jun-2018
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This sixty-word story, Sock Hop, is a quick and amusing tale that many of us can tell about our first time on the dance floor. Sock hops were long gone when I came of age, but wall flowers never go out of season.
Comment Written 21-Jun-2018
reply by the author on 22-Jun-2018
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Thanks for the cute review!
Comment from LaFrance
This was a great entry to the contest, and I really enjoyed reading it. Story was well structured and felt complete. You story was fun little tidbit of the past.
reply by the author on 15-Jun-2018
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This was a great entry to the contest, and I really enjoyed reading it. Story was well structured and felt complete. You story was fun little tidbit of the past.
Comment Written 15-Jun-2018
reply by the author on 15-Jun-2018
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Thank you.
Comment from poetwatch
The Sock Hop? Smelly feet. This was before my time but the story in itself is new in every generation. Mother force their daughters and sons to go and meet other people especially if they are timid. This is a good entry for the 60 Word Dash contest.
reply by the author on 15-Jun-2018
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The Sock Hop? Smelly feet. This was before my time but the story in itself is new in every generation. Mother force their daughters and sons to go and meet other people especially if they are timid. This is a good entry for the 60 Word Dash contest.
Comment Written 15-Jun-2018
reply by the author on 15-Jun-2018
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Thanks so much.
Comment from JDRBAR
Boy, does this bring back memories. I went to many of those sock hops, and rarely with a date. Not many girls did. And, the boys were either bold or shy. Nothing in between. LOL
reply by the author on 15-Jun-2018
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Boy, does this bring back memories. I went to many of those sock hops, and rarely with a date. Not many girls did. And, the boys were either bold or shy. Nothing in between. LOL
Comment Written 15-Jun-2018
reply by the author on 15-Jun-2018
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Thanks for the great review.
Comment from mvbrooks
This meets the requirement of a full story in 60 words or less...but it does also seem like the opening of a longer story and makes one wonder if they end up sharing more time together.
reply by the author on 15-Jun-2018
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This meets the requirement of a full story in 60 words or less...but it does also seem like the opening of a longer story and makes one wonder if they end up sharing more time together.
Comment Written 15-Jun-2018
reply by the author on 15-Jun-2018
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Thank you for a great review, and idea for a longer story.
Comment from giraffmang
"Mother, don't make me, please!!", I wailed. - be careful of over-punctuating. Exclamation marks should be used sparingly and it probably doesn't warrant two. Also, because you've used them to end the dialogue, you don't then need the comma outside as well.
This is a nice piece. Sweet. I think this'll do well.
All the best
GMG
reply by the author on 15-Jun-2018
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"Mother, don't make me, please!!", I wailed. - be careful of over-punctuating. Exclamation marks should be used sparingly and it probably doesn't warrant two. Also, because you've used them to end the dialogue, you don't then need the comma outside as well.
This is a nice piece. Sweet. I think this'll do well.
All the best
GMG
Comment Written 15-Jun-2018
reply by the author on 15-Jun-2018
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Thank you.
Comment from RodG
Yes, this is how it often happened in those days. Your parents would force you to go , you'd experience terror as a wall flower, and suddenly the sun shone when you were asked to dance. Nicely done in only 60 words.
reply by the author on 14-Jun-2018
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Yes, this is how it often happened in those days. Your parents would force you to go , you'd experience terror as a wall flower, and suddenly the sun shone when you were asked to dance. Nicely done in only 60 words.
Comment Written 14-Jun-2018
reply by the author on 14-Jun-2018
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Thank you for the great review.
Comment from Craigitar
A little slice of real life? I had similar experiences as the squeaky guy, when I could muster the courage to ask. I never really relaxed though. Well written little story, easy to read and identify with. By my count, 60 words. Good job and luck with the contest.
reply by the author on 14-Jun-2018
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A little slice of real life? I had similar experiences as the squeaky guy, when I could muster the courage to ask. I never really relaxed though. Well written little story, easy to read and identify with. By my count, 60 words. Good job and luck with the contest.
Comment Written 14-Jun-2018
reply by the author on 14-Jun-2018
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Thank you for the great review.
Comment from Jeffrey L. Michaux
You've summed up a very uncomfortable situation in a few words. We all know how we as good parents want to look after our children. Then, the young men are kind of shy at these kinds of events. Then there was me, the painfully shy one. The boys and girls were nervous about asking and dancing. I enjoyed reading this. It takes us back to a time of innocence. Well done! Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 14-Jun-2018
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You've summed up a very uncomfortable situation in a few words. We all know how we as good parents want to look after our children. Then, the young men are kind of shy at these kinds of events. Then there was me, the painfully shy one. The boys and girls were nervous about asking and dancing. I enjoyed reading this. It takes us back to a time of innocence. Well done! Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 14-Jun-2018
reply by the author on 14-Jun-2018
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Thank you for the great review.
Comment from victor 66
If you remember those days, I'm probably in the same boat age wise. Sock hops were an emotional challenge that could decide your fate at a high school for ever. We were who where there, remember them quite vividly. Good luck in the contest.
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reply by the author on 14-Jun-2018
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If you remember those days, I'm probably in the same boat age wise. Sock hops were an emotional challenge that could decide your fate at a high school for ever. We were who where there, remember them quite vividly. Good luck in the contest.
This rating does not count towards story rating or author rank.
The highest and the lowest rating are not included in calculations.
Comment Written 14-Jun-2018
reply by the author on 14-Jun-2018
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Thank you for the great review.
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You are most welcome.
