Comment from BethShelby

Excellent

It sounds like Bolt-B17 has been over-programed. He is able to feel the strain and also something like hope which makes him smile. I think maybe the programmers should leave out the emotional part. These robotic creatures would be better off without the stress we human can't seem to shake.

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reply by the author on 20-Jan-2021

I?m glad you care about Bolt-B17, Beth. I may use him again.

Comment from Sally Law

Excellent

This is far out and so fun. I love this and see a win here. A great little flash for the contest. I wish you the best with this. Sending you my best wishesfor a safe trip, too.,Don't forget to send pictures....
Sal XOs.

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reply by the author on 20-Jan-2021

Thank you, Sal, for the kind review. Maybe I?ll give Bolt-B-17 a few tasks to complete.

reply by Sally Law on 21-Jan-2021

A presidency? :))

reply by the author on 21-Jan-2021

Maybe a reality television personality.

Comment from giraffmang

Excellent

Hi Bill,

Some nice scene setting here. It just goes to show that you can convey a whole setting and scenario very economically indeed. Nice one.

the projected landing point- very minor. Site may be more apt than point.

All the best
G

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reply by the author on 20-Jan-2021

Thanks, g, for giving this a look. Bill

Comment from Melodie Michelle

Excellent

This is written beautifully and it's a very good story for the contest! Good luck on the win;-)

Thank you for sharing and many blessings to you and your family;-)

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reply by the author on 20-Jan-2021

Thanks, Melodie

reply by Melodie Michelle on 21-Jan-2021

;-)

Comment from royowen

Excellent

Of course we don't really know to what extent they'll be able to go as far the reality of virtual life, but you're certainly venturing into the real, now, well done Bill, beautifully written, good luck, blessings Roy

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 Comment Written 20-Jan-2021

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reply by the author on 20-Jan-2021

Thank you, Roy

reply by royowen on 20-Jan-2021

Good job

Comment from Alcreator Litt Dear

Excellent

This 80-word flash fiction speaks the mission completed after moving on foot to the location of Alpha Base, and passing thru the Pillars of Aries; thanks for sharing this. ALCREATOR

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reply by the author on 20-Jan-2021

Thanks, ALD