Comment from Brett Matthew West

Excellent

What a fascinating entry for this contest. So well written and structured holding interest throughout. Great depictions. So, that is where the rumbling thunder comes from.

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reply by the author on 13-Jan-2021

Thank you so much,Brett. I so apreciate it. Yes, when the thunder is rumbling, Thor is swinging his hammer in anger. I'm pagan through and through. Ulla:)))

Comment from estory

Excellent

Interesting Norse mythology explanation of how thunder comes from Thor's hammer. I like the cherub like descriptions of Odin's baby daughter. It seems very familial. Very cozy. A modern day take on the old legends...estory

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reply by the author on 13-Jan-2021

Thank you so much, estory. I'm glad you liked it. i think that was what the contest asked for. A modern take on the mythology. Ulla:)))

Comment from Sugarray77

Excellent

This is very well written, Ulla... like all of your work. I was engrossed from the first and read the piece with great interest. I have not studied this story in mythology before. I KNOW this will do very well. :).

Melissa

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reply by the author on 13-Jan-2021

Thank you so much, Melissa and for all your praise. I so appreciate it. Ulla:)))

Comment from royowen

Excellent

Well done, I don't know much about Norse mythology, JRR Tolkien was an expert on Norse mythology, and wrote Lord of the Rings, I've read him extensively, but well done dear girl, great job with this. Beautifully written, blessings Roy
(Semi) God, Demigod? Minor god. 2 : he couldn't (get) through. Go?

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reply by the author on 13-Jan-2021

Thank you so much, Roy. I'm so glad you liked it. And I've made the corrections. I've always been fascinated with the legends of the mythology. That being the Nordic or the Greek ones. It was all part of the curricolum when I was at school. All best, Ulla:)))

reply by royowen on 13-Jan-2021

Created Deity are more human than humans. Dangerous too.

Comment from damommy

Excellent

What a wonderful entry to this contest. You've told us the story very clearly. I guess even the gods have disappointments in their children sometimes. (I wonder if you meant 'plump' cheeks when describing Trud.)

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reply by the author on 13-Jan-2021

Thank you so much, Yvonne. I'm so glad you liked it. I've also made the correction. Didn't realise I had let out the 'p' ind plump.Thanks again. Ulla:)))

reply by damommy on 13-Jan-2021

I've been meaning to tell you for a long time now. I remember when you first came on FS and needed help with your writing, such as commas, etc. You have improved so quickly and more than anyone I've seen. You just zoomed up to being a top-notch writer. I wish I could write prose as well as you do.

reply by the author on 13-Jan-2021

Aw, Yvonne, this is just so lovely. Thank you so much. I've actually tears in my eyes. This means a lot to me. Thank you so much, dear friend xxx
ps. most importantly, you have all helped me so very much.

reply by damommy on 13-Jan-2021

I'm glad it made you happy. 8-)

reply by the author on 13-Jan-2021

It did!!! Smile!

Comment from Ric Myworld

Excellent

Not knowing anything about Norse mythology or any mythologies for that matter, you've aroused my curiosity to maybe broaden my horizons and do a little studying. Thanks for sharing.

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reply by the author on 13-Jan-2021

Thanks a lot, Ric, you really should. The legends are fascinating stuff. All best. Ulla:)))

Comment from humpwhistle

Excellent

Ah, those precocious Norse Gods! Somehow, I can't see the mighty Thor
impersonating Freya--he didn't have the legs for it. But All's well that ends well. And it all ends in Valhalla.
An interesting story, Ulla. Best of luck at the polls.

Peace, Lee

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reply by the author on 13-Jan-2021

He he, Lee. He actually didn't get away with it. Not so much because of his masculine legs, but his tremendous appetite gave him away.
But he got Mjolnir back. Every time a thunderstorm is coming my way, I always say out loud: "Oh, Thor is angry, alright. He's swinging his hammer." I'm pure Pagan that way. Thanks again. Ulla:)))

reply by humpwhistle on 14-Jan-2021

Yeah, I think I still have a little pagan in me, too. I seem to recall that Norse mythology includes a couple of women who weave our future while sitting beneath some special tree. Sound familiar?

Comment from Mistydawn

Excellent

What an interesting story. Actually, it seemed more like a little backstory leading up to the Norse mythology we know so well, an original idea. Your story is well-written, and your characters, their thoughts, actions seem realistic, really brought them to life. Good luck with your contest.

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reply by the author on 13-Jan-2021

Thank you so much, Misty. I'm glad you liked it. This is in fact a well documented legend in the Nordic Mythology. Ulla:)))

Comment from Pantygynt

Excellent

This seems to be a simple retelling of the original legend, which it does clearly and well. Looking again at the instructions I found them a little confusing getting the impression that the sponsor wanted a fictional interaction between today's human race and the inhabitants of Valhalla, but I could be wrong and this could well meet the requirements.

Typo here:
'Odin sighed, as he thougt...' - sp. thought

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reply by the author on 13-Jan-2021

Thank you so much, Jim. You may well be right, I'm not sure. The instruction was not clear to me either. But anyway, I got carried away, Thor being my all favourite God. A bit of thunder and I always say:"Oh Thor is angry, again, he's swinging his hammer." I'm pure pagan when it comes to it.
I've made the correction.Thanks for pointing it out. Ulla:)))

Comment from Sandra Stoner-Mitchell

Excellent

What a lovely story, Ulla, I really love mythology, and Thor is one of my favourites. I really enjoyed reading this, and wish you the best of luck in the contest. :) Sandra xx
(one little missing 'h') -- Odin sighed, as he thoug(h)t back on

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reply by the author on 13-Jan-2021

Thanks a lot, Sandra, my friend. I'm so glad you liked it. I have also made the correction. Thanks for pointing it out. A hug. Ulla xxx