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Chapter 2
enigma

By AlvinTEthington

no
one
but
God
knew
him
....


Chapter 3
Through It All

By AlvinTEthington

     

    





She always led
     with her heart. . .

              <<<~~~>>>

Author Notes This contest charged the poet/writer to sum up his/her life in six words... This was truly an enjoyable offering to pen. . .


Chapter 16
Contest entry for six words

By AlvinTEthington

Author Note:Thanks Dazzleme for the great art work!

I love God,family and friends!

Author Notes I hope I did this right. At least I was honest with it. lol


Chapter 18
A Dweeb's Drivel

By AlvinTEthington











Know-nothing wrote what she knew.

Author Notes Thank you Shelley Kay for organizing this contest.

We were challenged to write a memoir/story of our life using six words.

As writers, we are frequently given advice to "write what you know" LOL...kinda difficult when you're a dweeb!

Thanks for reading!
Indy :>)


Chapter 28
Contest entry

By AlvinTEthington

Author Note:Thank you Rafaela King for the lovely art work








Jesus is healing my broken heart!

Author Notes This is so very true. It gets better each day. I still have days when I am sad and cry but it is getting better. God bless for all the prayers. Teri


Chapter 30
Quest

By AlvinTEthington













 



Never-ending quest to experience new adventures ...


                                                           

Author Notes This contest challenges writers to write a story of their life in only six (6) words.
Hyphenated words are allowed to be counted as one word.


Chapter 32
The END!

By AlvinTEthington

Author Note:The life we once knew


















America, you are out of gas.

Author Notes Legend has it that Ernest Hemingway was once challenged to write a story in six words. His response was:
"For sale: Baby shoes, never worn."


Chapter 33
End of Romance

By AlvinTEthington

Unholding Hands:

Wife crossing street.

Fast.




Chapter 40
As the Journey Unfolds

By AlvinTEthington

                                              <<<~~~>>>

Searching plausible answers; discovering innumerable questions


                                              <<<~~~>>>


Chapter 41
Life

By AlvinTEthington

If I don't learn,



I die.


Chapter 56
Till Death Us Do Part

By AlvinTEthington

Author Note:I'm not a cynic, honest

"I do," she said, fingers crossed.


Chapter 63
A Second Chance

By AlvinTEthington

Author Note:Dedicated to Kellen
























Organ donation--miracle gift of life.





Author Notes Thank you shelley kay for organizing this contest.

Thank you Linky de Bruyn for sharing your perfect artwork entitled "Miracle of Life".

The rule for this contest was to write a story that reflects a moment on / of YOUR life in only six words.

My son, Kellen, was 19 years old when he became the recipient of a kidney transplant. His kidney disease, focal segmental glomulosclerosis, caused his kidneys to fail and he ended up having to go through dialysis. The miracle of his transplant gave him a second chance to live.

A couple of facts for living donors: The human body only needs one kidney to function perfectly, the donor never has to pay for any of the tests or the surgery, the surgery is laparoscopic so no huge incision or scar, and if the donor is ever in need of a kidney transplant, they never have to be placed on a list--they will always be #1. A living donor usually goes home from the hospital in 1-2 days, and they return to work in 2-3 weeks.

According to the National Kidney Foundation, in 2006, about 17,000 people received transplants--but there were over 70,000 people waiting as of April 2007. The article states that EVERY DAY ten people die waiting for a kidney.

Please consider being an organ donor. Let your family know your wishes. It's truly a miracle and a gift of life.

Thank you so much for reading!
Indy :>)


Chapter 101
Society's Yardstick?

By AlvinTEthington








Happiness cannot be defined by numbers.

Author Notes If I may have your attention for a few moments:

Years ago, when my husband and I were building - by ourselves - our one and only "dream" home, a rather inquisitive and obnoxious neighbor stopped by and asked me how many fireplaces our home contained. Fireplaces? I responded, "Two." She quickly informed me that hers had four. I must say that I thought not only her question but her response odd. Who would care about the number of fireplaces in one's home? Why would anyone have four? Would my home be lovelier with four fireplaces? Would I be happier with four fireplaces? And why in the world was I bothered by her question?

I recently saw her at a gas station, (she was with her third husband), and I remembered that conversation when she asked me if my husband and I were still living in the "old" neighborhood. (Apparently, she had moved on.) But then I started to think about how ridiculously infatuated our society is when it comes to numbers: cars, homes, clothing sizes, degrees, weight, televisions, partners, spouses, businesses, awards, vacations, boats, cell phones, passwords, stars etc. The list is infinite. Our lives truly are often painfully defined/relegated/measured in terms of numbers...

So it goes. That's all I've got...for now. But it does make me wonder...

Fondly Yours,

diane kenel-truelove
(A 55 year old, 1 husband, 2 kids, 2 cats, 1 home, size 12 - if I suck it in on good days, 2 fireplaces kind of gal...)


Chapter 103
Inflated Egos

By AlvinTEthington

Inflated Egos are Trumped by Kindness

Author Notes This refers to fly by night reviewers, usually new to the site, who are hypercritical of others' work, which is often professional, when they can't take criticism of their own work. They need to learn how to review and how to accept criticism.


Chapter 104
Poker Face

By AlvinTEthington

Author Note:it looks like four Aces to me ...












We play the cards we're dealt!


~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~

Author Notes In life, like poker, we are all dealt different sets of cards...different hands...that's just the way it is. We do the best we can with the hands we're dealt.

If you want to win, developing a good 'poker face' is sound strategy. Not revealing what you have, or what you know, will help immensely, especially if you are bluffing or sandbagging.

From Kenny Roger's song..."The Gambler"

Every gambler knows
That the secret to survivin'
Is knowin' what to throw away
And knowin' what to keep
'Cause every hand's a winner
And every hand's a loser
And the best that you can hope for
Is to die in your sleep


Chapter 118
Falling Rocks

By AlvinTEthington

Author Note:Thank you Dazzleme for the great art work








Traveling interstate - WATCH FOR FALLING ROCKS

Author Notes Another six word story


Chapter 120
Ready or Not...

By AlvinTEthington

Ready Washington State, here I come!


Chapter 121
Distractions Can be Fatal

By AlvinTEthington

Author Note: True Story that happened to me


Driver barely injured, 
couldn't resuscitate car.

Author Notes I was in a single car accident about four years ago that was caused because I was distracted by a hornet in the car. One tiny second was all it took for my car to go off the road. Suddenly there was a tree right in front of me and there was no way I could stop and avoid it. I remember being slumped over the airbag and hurting. All the damage was on the passenger's side of the car. I was so elated I was the only one in the car and there was no one on the sidewalk. The tree was in someone's private residence and I was relieved no one was in the front yard.
Although I was hurting I was able to get out of the car on my own with a little assistance. In most cases it's better to stay where you are and not move, but the car started smoking and the onlookers thought I would be safer out of the car. Paramedics told me if I hadn't been wearing my seatbelt, I might have gone through the windshied. I am so grateful for the seatbelt and the airbag.

My injuries consisted of : a very tender rope burn from the seatbelt, a huge bruise on my breast bone and a sore neck. Para-medics were concerned I might have a broken neck, but X-rays showed there were no broken bones anywhere.
My poor car suffered severe damage and could not be resusitated. I'm glad it wasn't the other way around. The image I included with the story are the real remains of what used to be my car.

The circumfrence of the tree was about eight inches and was cracked. The owners had to remove it. I was driving the legal limit of 35mph and am very happy to be alive. Since that time I double check the car before I get in.

I solidly reccomend wearing your seat belt. I was only a mile from home when the accident took place.
Please be careful when you drive, danger is closer than you think,
God be with you,
Helvi :o)


Chapter 124
Hugs

By AlvinTEthington

               
                 
                   

            

      






           Holding Close 
           
           Sweet Dreams            

           Life Brings
                                
 

                              


Chapter 125
Believe

By AlvinTEthington










I believe in life’s tiny miracles.

Author Notes The organizer of this contest is shelley kay--thank you! One of her requests in this six word story collection is--"write a six word story about me".

I few days ago, I received a PM from a member who had read my bio and wrote a note of thanks for being a NICU nurse and taking care of preemies. Her daughter was born premature and wanted to let me know how much she appreciated the nurses who care for tiny people. I told her that it's more than a job to me--it's my passion. It's also so much of who and what I am. So, to write a six word story about me, has to be about the tiny miracles who constantly show me what it is to be a fighter ... and teach me every day to believe in miracles.

Thanks for reading!
Indy :>)


Chapter 135
Enjoy Each Day

By AlvinTEthington

Author Note:Thanks Araceli for the great art work

























Life is to be lived always!

Author Notes We should learn to live life and ejoy it as best we can. We never know when we won't be able to. Thanks for reading. Teri


Chapter 138
Stress Relief

By AlvinTEthington

 










                    Relax

            Massage muscles
        Feel tensions dissipate


Chapter 139
Anxiety's Thread

By AlvinTEthington

Author Note: Anxiety
















..
Anxiety's pain


 
........................................................travels

 
...................................................................beyond 

................................................................................
Infinity's

...................................................................................................................reach
                                                                                                  

Author Notes I have suffered from anxiety my entire life. I endure by taking meds and visiting a psychiatrist. I know this pain well.
When I was seeking disability, my lawyer told me about another client of hers. The other client also suffered from anxiety. When asked where she would rate her anxiety, she said, "I would rather have Cancer." It really does affect you a lot more than most people think. If this sentence makes one more person aware of how devastating Anxiety can be, you won't be able to erase my smile. :o)

Thank you so much for stopping to read
Helvi:o)


Chapter 140
Holding You

By AlvinTEthington
















My heart eternally embraces your memory.

Author Notes
Do you have someone, alive or who has passed away, that you will always hold in your heart? This is for them.

The rules for this contest is to use just six words to tell something about yourself.

Thank you for this contest, shelley kaye.

Mino Yasue, your art continues to amaze me. Thank you for sharing it. This is titled, "Treasure".

Thanks for reading,
Indy :>)


Chapter 150
Life Can be a Dream

By AlvinTEthington

Author Note:Thanks to Whimsical Creations for the great art work















Live, Laugh, Love always together forever!

Author Notes If we could all live this way I think the world would be a much better place


Chapter 153
Graduation

By AlvinTEthington

Author Note:To the One Who Takes My Breath Away

High school. God expelled. Beautiful grandchild.



Author Notes Not biographical. God was expelled from our schools and with His expulsion, moral values and behavior from every source went also.


Chapter 155
W h y ?

By AlvinTEthington

Author Note:A STORY TOLD IN SIX MERE WORDS



   Never loved .

            Always broken .


                             Needs repair.

Author Notes Legend has it that Ernest Hemingway was once challenged to write a story in six words. His response was:
"For sale: Baby shoes, never worn."


Chapter 162
I Whoat Dis

By AlvinTEthington

Author Note:My personal goal _ Lurning 2 Right - 6 werd store-ray






I WHeeLie WAnt  TwO  RigHt RitE

Author Notes Six word story about my goals

I hope you enjoy
Thanks for stopping by,
Helvi :o)


Chapter 167
He's Alive

By AlvinTEthington

Author Note:Thank you Highfive for the wonderful art work.





















I pray to Jesus. Awesome Lord!

Author Notes This is what I do and how I feel about my Jesus. I hope you enjoy it. God bless all that read this. Teri


Chapter 170
lol

By AlvinTEthington





















Laughter—best part of my day.

Author Notes Thanks for organizing this great contest and book, shelley kaye

Thanks to EAPhoto for sharing "A Laugh Heals All"

Thanks for reading!
Indy :>)


Chapter 184
Which Shall It Be?

By AlvinTEthington

Author Note:Thank you barca for the great artwork









Hate causes violence. Love conquers all!

Author Notes This is what came to me as I was sitting here thinking. If you stop and think about it you will see it is very true. God bless all that read and review this. Teri


Chapter 189
Playing Santa

By AlvinTEthington

Author Note:see notes about me playing Santa



























~^~
 

Santa likes milk and cookies, too!

~*~

Author Notes Contest asks for a holiday life story in only six words. There were several times during the Christmas holiday seasons where I actually had a part time job playing Santa Claus. I had to go to Santa Claus school where I got my costume, and learned what to say and do. I remember the costume being uncomfortable and hot. Kids liked to pull on the fake whiskers. Many kids are scared of Santa, but they need to stay relatively calm till the picture is taken. Moms were great at whispering in my ear some of the things that Santa might bring this year. This would often soften the kids up so the visit to Santa was more pleasant. Of course, Santa has to be versed on the North Pole, Mrs. Claus, all the reindeer, especially Rudolf. Overall, I had fun playing Santa..and the job payed pretty well. Making kids happy and feeling a part of the holiday season was a worthwhile experience.

Putting a glass of milk and some cookies out for Santa on Christmas Eve is a tradition in many households with small kids.

Thanks for reading...;0)


Chapter 202
The New Year's Kiss

By AlvinTEthington

Author Note:Thanks to GRAYdrawings for the beautiful artwork.

Passionate Kiss. "Hey?!? Get a room!"

Author Notes Young love can be so intense - it's easy to get carried away.


Chapter 203
Worse New Years Eve 2008

By AlvinTEthington


Take medicines
Eat pudding
Sleep painless

Author Notes Best New Years Eve
Cruise Ship
Make Love
Through Midnight


Chapter 203
Mmmm .... Baby Hugs!

By AlvinTEthington

Author Note:For Skye






"Mamama!" Hugs my legs  ... baby kisses!














Author Notes My fourteen-month-old grandson, Skye, calls me 'Mamama'. HIs hugs and kisses are out of this world!
Thanks to nainnarart for her wonderful work, Mum and baby
And thank you for reading! Be blessed with your own hugs, Deb


Chapter 206
Not Your Typical New Year's Eve

By AlvinTEthington

Author Note:Sometimes you just pray the night ends.













Didn't kill father for hitting mother!

Author Notes This was the only time my dad ever hit my mom. I tried to kill him. He was drunk. I was 16. If he had hit her a 2nd time, he would not have lived to hit her a 3rd time. We all survived to forgive and move on with life.


Chapter 207
Designated Driver

By AlvinTEthington

Officer unamused. Designated driver quiets drunks.

Author Notes My thanks to Diannatilley for the picture of the police car. Of course, we were at the bar until 5 AM when it closed. It was "routine" traffic stop, coincidently on New Year's, for a light out on my license plate. It was winter and snowing and I was the driver. What fun! lol


Chapter 210
Never Again

By AlvinTEthington
















Midnight arrives: Kissing the porcelain god.

Author Notes What can I say? I was young and stupid and started celebrating way too early. I thought mixing tequila sunrises, Coors, and merlot would be okay...I had brought a hot date to the party and never did give the guy a kiss. LOL

Thanks shelley kaye for these fun contests.

Thanks for reading,
Indy :>)


Chapter 212
It All Started on New Years

By AlvinTEthington

Author Note:To The One Who Takes My Breath Away











Blew horn, kissed passionately, still married..


Chapter 227
A Lonely Night

By AlvinTEthington

Newly separated
Sat home alone
Cried

Author Notes Thanks to Dorothy A Martell for her artwork Brokenhearted Blues.


Chapter 229
My first Cat

By AlvinTEthington

Kittys new home? 
Happy Valentine Day.


Chapter 251
Moondrops

By AlvinTEthington








 






Moondrops on pillows

guaranteed sweet dreams


Chapter 256
My Mother

By AlvinTEthington














Loving mother, taught me about Jesus!



Written by: Teresa A. Shortess
Copyright@2009


Chapter 260
My Mom

By AlvinTEthington















She’ll be my guiding lighthouse, forever.








Author Notes Write a six word TRUE story about your mother (or adoptive/foster mother). Good, bad, or indifferent.
- Must be a TRUE story.
- Must be only SIX words.
- NO author's notes - story MUST stand on its own.


Chapter 271
A Breakthrough Night

By AlvinTEthington

First kiss: saliva, garlic and mono.


Chapter 289
What We Needed Most

By AlvinTEthington

Daddy gave more time than money!


Chapter 290
Wisdom vs Wise-Dumb

By AlvinTEthington

Thought we knew everything--
knew nothing.


Chapter 310
Brown + Holland = Marriage

By AlvinTEthington

High school sweethearts are still married!


Chapter 315
Magical Transformation

By AlvinTEthington











Moonlight kiss, tomboy morphs, love blossoms


Chapter 315
Dad

By AlvinTEthington

WWII vet
Expediter
Umpire
Loving dad


Chapter 318
So Fun, And Yet ...

By AlvinTEthington

Serious business,
building sandcastles with Dad.

Author Notes Thanks to ArsenalMum for the picture of the great sandcastle!


Chapter 342
First day at school

By AlvinTEthington

First day, first teacher, first crush!


Chapter 344
Where Are You Going?

By AlvinTEthington









Two Steps
Forward
One Left Behind


Chapter 352
First Day in First Grade

By AlvinTEthington













Teacher captivates 
Curious classmates 
Rollicking recess 

~*~


Chapter 358
Buried Time

By AlvinTEthington


Igloo licked Timex;
Springtime--still ticked!



Chapter 364
Chilly End

By AlvinTEthington


Down-hill sleigh ride, watery landing  -  Brrrr!

Author Notes Contest entry. Six word story.


Chapter 366
Winter Miracle

By AlvinTEthington

 









Wild child transforms into an angel.



Author Notes six words to describe a true childhood memory of playing in the snow. No author's notes accepted except rules.


Chapter 372
Around the Pool

By AlvinTEthington

"Pool Party... BYO red Solo cup!"


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