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Five Minutes

Never waste a minute.

38 total reviews 
Comment from Janice Canerdy
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This ultra-concise prose piece is well-written, moving, and exuberant--
joyously hitting the high points of a wonderful, romantic life. The artwork
is lovely.

 Comment Written 28-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 29-Jul-2019
    Thank you so much for the excellent review and kind comments of my short flash fiction. I appreciate it so much dear Janice. Sending my best today as always, Sally xo
Comment from Dawn Munro
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What a remarkable story. I love the way you have written a tiny glimpse of those precious moments of life as separate and unforgettable memories. Clever and original! Best of luck in the contest!

 Comment Written 28-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 29-Jul-2019
    Thank you so much for the excellent review and kind comments, dear Dawn. I?m glad you enjoyed my flash fiction entry. Sending you my best today as always, Sally xo
reply by Dawn Munro on 30-Jul-2019
    You're very welcome. :) My best to you too.
Comment from WalkerMan
Exceptional
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You chose five splendid minutes of togetherness to tell us the beautiful highlights of a lifetime of love and laughter. A couple must endure and overcome many obstacles along the way to reach fifty years of marriage, and their sense of humor may be an important positive factor. This post is a delight to read. Superb, and aptly illustrated.

 Comment Written 28-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 29-Jul-2019
    Dear Mike, thank you for the wonderful review and kindest comments. I?m so pleased you enjoyed my flash fiction contest entry. The six stars and support in my writing mean so much.
    Sending you my best today as always,
    Sally :+)
reply by WalkerMan on 29-Jul-2019
    You are most welcome, Sal. Your post is both heartwarming and flawless. -- Mike
Comment from Winslow
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Dear Sally,

Looking backwards it sometimes does feel like that. Time has an interesting phenomenon of either expanding or contracting. It is the seconds in between that sometimes count the most. I have always wondered why live is so short in comparison with Universe Time. Maybe when I die I will find out. Good short fiction, excellent choice of sentinel minutes that are well chosen.

Cheers,

Winslow




 Comment Written 28-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 29-Jul-2019
    Thank you for your insightful review of my work, Winslow. I appreciate your time and kind comments very much. Sending you my best today, as always. Sally :+)
Comment from Debra White
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Hi Sally :)
I really enjoyed reading this 100 word flash.
Five poignant minutes covering the duration of a relationship.
Unique and endearing. Good luck in the contest.
Best wishes as always, Debra :) x
ps. how did you transfer the video on to your post?

 Comment Written 28-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 29-Jul-2019
    Thank you so much for your review and kindest comments, dear Debra. Much of this was drawn for my own real life experience however, minute five is yet to happen?but I am closing in! Sending you my best today as always, Sally xo
Comment from country ranch writer
Exceptional
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This shows a lot of fun and compassion for one another in such a short time to write. Nice touch I must say good job done on this,

 Comment Written 28-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 29-Jul-2019
    Thank you so much for the superb review and six stars, dear Barbara. I am pleased you liked my contest entry.
    Sending you my best today as always,
    Sal xo
Comment from Diana L Crawford
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Fantastic! Beautiful! Time flies so quickly! Too many minutes are wasted on things like anger or regret! A positive and forgiving attitude is the only way to quickly move forward to the enjoyment of the minutes you can never get back. xoxo

 Comment Written 28-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 29-Jul-2019
    So true. The minutes that feed and sustain us, are the good ones we choose to recall. I am so blessed by your kind words and six star rating once again. A minute with you is truly a blessing, dear Diana. I?m glad to know you.
    Sending you my best today as well,
    Sally xoxo
reply by Diana L Crawford on 29-Jul-2019
    awe! me too, Sally! Kindred spirits do seem to find one another! :) xoxoxo
Comment from damommy
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It certainly seems like a minute ago, doesn't it? It does to me, too. This is a good entry for the challenge. Very creative and original. Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 28-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 29-Jul-2019
    Thank you very much for your kind review of my work. It is always so appreciated. I?m sure you can relate with your marriage, family and future ahead. Sending you my best today as always, Sally xo
Comment from Loren .
Exceptional
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How fleeting it all seems. A whirlwind of memories flashing by like the landscape beyond the window of a traveling train/plane/automobile. You've summed it up so well and to cement it all is the loyal bond you shared with the love of your life. Not sure if this was written for your 50th, but if so congratulations and well-wishes for 50 more. Loren

 Comment Written 28-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 29-Jul-2019
    Doesn?t time fly? It seems like yesterday these minutes were just within my grasp. Now, I am closing in on 44 years of marriage. 50 is not that far away. Thank you for your wonderful review and generous six stars. It is always so appreciated, Loren.
    Sending you my best today as always,
    Sally :+)
Comment from Gail Denham
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Nicely done. A lifetime in 100 words. Good job. I like the ice cream events - that you could laugh together was an excellent sign. Golden anniversary - what is 60 - I can't remember. But there it is - your lifetime.

 Comment Written 28-Jul-2019


reply by the author on 29-Jul-2019
    Thank you so much for your excellent review and kind comments, dear Gail. A golden anniversary is 50 years. I am close to 44 (happily married) years in my own life. So, I have much to look forward to. Goes by in a minute!
    Sending you my best today as always,
    Sally xo