tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-843897062921901090.post4950140501140283393..comments2023-09-25T09:45:22.835-07:00Comments on A Word In Edgewise: Portrait of Words #5Jeff Bhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10978944708950054312noreply@blogger.comBlogger25125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-843897062921901090.post-53022885484503680162009-01-23T17:09:00.000-08:002009-01-23T17:09:00.000-08:00Starrlight- I think you might have it confused wit...Starrlight- I think you might have it confused with Anne of Green Thumb Gables. It's the little known sequel.<BR/><BR/>Bwahahahaha<BR/><BR/>Vodka Mom- This particular story I wrote during a couple of two hour sessions. I'm kind of old school because I like to hand write everything first on yellow lined paper and then type it up after. This gives me a chance to reread it as I type and make changes as I go. thanks for asking.<BR/><BR/>Mimi- The Queen lives! I'll be by later tonight to take a look. <BR/><BR/>Quilly- I just returned from reading your story and smiled at a few similarities I found as well.<BR/><BR/>Thanks for deciding to join in this month.Jeff Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10978944708950054312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-843897062921901090.post-45817761709215610202009-01-23T16:59:00.000-08:002009-01-23T16:59:00.000-08:00I don't know how it is I was able to comment here ...I don't know how it is I was able to comment here twice without saying anything about your story. I haunted me the whole time I was composing mine. I had already written an outline, and I followed it, but our story have a few points of similarity.<BR/><BR/>I like yours better.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-843897062921901090.post-29329519357537090512009-01-23T08:41:00.000-08:002009-01-23T08:41:00.000-08:00I have something for you at my blog. The Premio Da...I have something for you at my blog. <A HREF="http://mimiwrites.blogspot.com/2009/01/premio-dardos-award-and-seven-men-of.html" REL="nofollow">The Premio Dardos Award and Seven Men Of Integrity</A>Mimi Lenoxhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01616635898420835541noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-843897062921901090.post-78415265447980856572009-01-23T03:41:00.000-08:002009-01-23T03:41:00.000-08:00That was wonderful! Does it take you long to do t...That was wonderful! Does it take you long to do that? How may revisions? <BR/><BR/>I am fascinated by this process, and LOVE what you have ended up with. <BR/><BR/>kudos.Vodka Momhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04734323418017847775noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-843897062921901090.post-64828758094580859952009-01-22T16:20:00.000-08:002009-01-22T16:20:00.000-08:00Excellent story!! Funny thing, whenever I see Hydr...Excellent story!! Funny thing, whenever I see Hydrangeas I have this urge to read Anne Of Green Gables. And I have no clue why as I don't recall any major flower power parts of the book!Cinnamon Girl https://www.blogger.com/profile/06542122037324196279noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-843897062921901090.post-35780718693600371122009-01-21T22:53:00.000-08:002009-01-21T22:53:00.000-08:00Done! Posted!Done! Posted!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-843897062921901090.post-64621802591681854922009-01-21T18:08:00.000-08:002009-01-21T18:08:00.000-08:00Cherie- I had a heck of a time getting going this ...Cherie- I had a heck of a time getting going this time around too. hope you're able to join in. If not, there's always next month.<BR/><BR/>Anne- Bummer that you're passing this month, but i understand. I'll have next month's pics up on Friday.<BR/><BR/>Dr John- Wow, I'm truly humbled by your kind words. Thank you. <BR/><BR/>Laughingwolf- Glad you came by for a read.<BR/><BR/>sandi- I just got home from work and saw that you linked your story. I'll be by in a bit to have a look.<BR/><BR/>Quilly- Sounds good. Looking forward to reading what you've come up with.<BR/><BR/>David- Thank you. I was pleased with the end result, but boy oh boy did it take me a while to come up with it.Jeff Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10978944708950054312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-843897062921901090.post-81587815238827595482009-01-21T13:20:00.000-08:002009-01-21T13:20:00.000-08:00You do this so well, Jeff.You do this so well, Jeff.david mcmahonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18009095220051075552noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-843897062921901090.post-80870829062777561792009-01-21T11:18:00.000-08:002009-01-21T11:18:00.000-08:00I will be posting my offering for your story by th...I will be posting my offering for your story by the end of the day today (Hawaiian time!). I just finished composing and I am late for work! Gotta go!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-843897062921901090.post-22088186846655641252009-01-20T19:41:00.000-08:002009-01-20T19:41:00.000-08:00Oh yes, made it right to the end, laughing and sno...Oh yes, made it right to the end, laughing and snorting...and I needed a good laugh and that touch of magic. Thanks so much Jeffafa...I'll be submitting mine tomorrow...though it won't be nearly as entertaining as this!<BR/>SandiSandi McBridehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09033518416111957858noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-843897062921901090.post-72194115099374307942009-01-20T18:08:00.000-08:002009-01-20T18:08:00.000-08:00nicely done, jeff :)nicely done, jeff :)laughingwolfhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08873675614347328116noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-843897062921901090.post-91194852399353847382009-01-20T03:30:00.000-08:002009-01-20T03:30:00.000-08:00Well I'm glad I put off reading yours until I post...Well I'm glad I put off reading yours until I posted mine or I wouldn't have posted mine.<BR/>I know how you hate praise but this was as good as anything I've read in the last month and I've been reading books I paid for.<BR/>I came wanting to make you happy by being critical but you defeated me. Sorry.<BR/>It was just too good.Dr.Johnhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02752941912945095736noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-843897062921901090.post-71589207309973846832009-01-19T22:21:00.000-08:002009-01-19T22:21:00.000-08:00Hi Jeff - loved your story, what a clever idea. F...Hi Jeff - loved your story, what a clever idea. Fortunately I had just made a pot of coffee! <BR/><BR/>Like you I just sat and looked at the photos, had a few ideas but couldn't seem to take them anywhere, so won't be joining in this month. Will definitely be looking out for next month's pics though. AStrawberry Jam Annehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13695110960213262472noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-843897062921901090.post-54001914097581927582009-01-19T20:27:00.000-08:002009-01-19T20:27:00.000-08:00I've been trying, but I haven't been happy with th...I've been trying, but I haven't been happy with the plot lines that I've come up with so far. I'm out of town, so I'm trying to work on it during the lulls. lol<BR/><BR/>I haven't looked at anyone else's yet as to not be unduly influenced. :) I'll take a look as soon as I get something or I collapse in failure. LOLCheriehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15783416806379420376noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-843897062921901090.post-28724716016256597192009-01-19T16:23:00.000-08:002009-01-19T16:23:00.000-08:00Maggie May- The first time I saw these pictures I ...Maggie May- The first time I saw these pictures I thought of a time machine. I wrestled with them for quite a while before the actual story show itself to me.<BR/><BR/>Jeni- Ha, you do now how to write a long post don't you? I often wonder how these stories come to mind too. I'll wake up at the wee hours of morning sometimes with a story that just has to be written. Whether this is a blessing or a curse I'm not sure.<BR/><BR/>BJ Roan- Why thank you schweethart. I find that I'm comfortable writing in this genera. <BR/><BR/>Bettygram- Glad it held your interest.<BR/><BR/>Bond- When the time permits we'd love to have you join in. Until then just reading along is greatly appreciated.<BR/><BR/>Ron- Thanks man! Your warm comments always lift me up. <BR/><BR/>when I write dialog I try to put myself in the characters position and think, "How would they say that?" Glad to know it's received well.<BR/><BR/>Akelamalu- I actually felt the ending was a bit hurried, but wanted to bring it to a close for the sake of the blog. I often wrestle with how long is too long on a post, and think length would be more appreciated in book form instead.<BR/><BR/>Pam- don't worry about the links. I hesitated even mentioning it, but wanted you to know how to do it for future reference. <BR/><BR/>Glad you found the time to come back and read the story.<BR/><BR/>Good luck on the upcoming move.<BR/><BR/>Nitebyrd- thanks for stopping by and reading.Jeff Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10978944708950054312noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-843897062921901090.post-17038597446762488202009-01-19T15:44:00.000-08:002009-01-19T15:44:00.000-08:00Another great story, Jeff. :DAnother great story, Jeff. :Dnitebyrdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04967190902623933068noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-843897062921901090.post-88639470483772209072009-01-19T13:52:00.000-08:002009-01-19T13:52:00.000-08:00What a interesting story! I was not sure where yo...What a interesting story! I was not sure where you were going with this. I loved the time machine carosel. Got a love that!<BR/><BR/>Thanks for stopping by my blog. I sort of have my hands full right now, but I will try to make corrections. <BR/><BR/>Looks like we are moving this week.Finding Pamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07671978828279304904noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-843897062921901090.post-28138913498373562242009-01-19T11:20:00.000-08:002009-01-19T11:20:00.000-08:00I always make it to the end of your stories, they'...I always make it to the end of your stories, they're so good! What an intriguing ending, you could have carried on but you have given our imagination something to ponder on. :)Akelamaluhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11234268568845148285noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-843897062921901090.post-46890183370889771002009-01-19T10:44:00.000-08:002009-01-19T10:44:00.000-08:00Howdy Jeff~The thing about your stories, is that t...Howdy Jeff~<BR/><BR/>The thing about your stories, is that they always pull me in quickly and keep me involved; wanting desperatly to get to the end...to discover what's up!<BR/><BR/>Also, they way you write is direct and to the point; no words wasted.<BR/><BR/>You create the image, but also allow the reader to imagine on his/her own.<BR/><BR/>I truly am in awe how you come up with these clever stories!?!?!<BR/><BR/>At the end of this story I actually said to myself..."Holy shit!"<BR/><BR/>BRAVO, buddy!<BR/><BR/>And thanks for sharing your gift!<BR/><BR/>P.S. I also think you would be one hell of a detective!Ronhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15977027331657615697noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-843897062921901090.post-90323297050216077582009-01-19T08:10:00.000-08:002009-01-19T08:10:00.000-08:00most excellent...I just don't have the time to par...most excellent...I just don't have the time to participate in this at this time..maybe in March when my life gets smoother...<BR/><BR/>Hear and win new music on Monday's on <A HREF="http://bondsbigleathercouch.blogspot.com" REL="nofollow">The Couch</A>Vinny "Bond" Marinihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07033455144526676371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-843897062921901090.post-11411096540846093462009-01-19T05:46:00.000-08:002009-01-19T05:46:00.000-08:00Iwill be back to read later. In a rush to get som...Iwill be back to read later. In a rush to get some where. LaterFinding Pamhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07671978828279304904noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-843897062921901090.post-86328510674746650332009-01-19T05:07:00.000-08:002009-01-19T05:07:00.000-08:00That was a very interesting story, and I had no tr...That was a very interesting story, and I had no trouble reading to the end.bettygramhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07039975744716330002noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-843897062921901090.post-26619898899406632222009-01-19T04:38:00.000-08:002009-01-19T04:38:00.000-08:00I think you have found your niche. Again I was re...I think you have found your niche. Again I was reminded of Philip Marlowe and heard Humphrey Bogart. As you advised, I poured a cup of coffee and sat down to read. Funny thing, I forgot to drink the coffee. I'm not being polite when I say, you are a very good writer of all stories, but especially the detective variety. <BR/><BR/>I wasn't aware that silly little carousel was a time machine! Perhaps that's why Mr. Lexus was perched atop one of those little horses..<BR/><BR/>Oh, and thanks to John for the challenging pics.Roanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01841824351740989301noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-843897062921901090.post-5355361090268439662009-01-19T01:29:00.000-08:002009-01-19T01:29:00.000-08:00Very interesting read, Jeff. But, compared to some...Very interesting read, Jeff. But, compared to some of my really rambling posts, I wouldn't call it a "long one." How you -and the others who participate in this writing venture pull your stories together is something that really amazes me. I enjoyed reading your piece very much.Jenihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16425701332785470116noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-843897062921901090.post-79759095354419912892009-01-18T23:34:00.000-08:002009-01-18T23:34:00.000-08:00Phew..... yes, I made it right to the end!I found ...Phew..... yes, I made it right to the end!<BR/>I found this month's pictures to be a challenge, for real! <BR/>You met that challenge in a completely different way! Well done!Maggie Mayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06183886005936250976noreply@blogger.com