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Love in the Parkin' Lot

Sam n' Sal

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Comment from Brad Bennett
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Now how in the heck did we manage an 8-8 tie. Had to find out and read it yours. I could see I was lucky to manage that. Great humourous little story, well told Texas style. I Lived in Texas myself for 20 years and met a few younger Sams. But when the economy went to pot in Dallas back in the late seveties I had to leave for up north. Still a Cowboy fan though, I miss that for sure.

 Comment Written 16-Mar-2021


reply by the author on 16-Mar-2021
    well, I just read your story and found the romance charmingly unlikely! Am honored to be tied with you. Hope you're enjoying the frozen North ;)
reply by Brad Bennett on 16-Mar-2021
    Beautiful weather right now. :>)
Comment from lyenochka
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This was a very cute ballad style story poem. And the romance almost started off on the wrong foot. Seems like Sal knew the way to Sam's heart and probably would accept his schnoz. Funny she didn't recognize him until he put up his bandana. Enjoyed the story and hope you did well in the contest!

 Comment Written 13-Mar-2021


reply by the author on 13-Mar-2021
    Oh, she knew who he was from the beginning, she just couldn't see past his nose at first. Thanks for your comments and good wishes.
reply by lyenochka on 14-Mar-2021
    It was a very cute story and the dialogue was well done. You had my vote!
reply by the author on 14-Mar-2021
    Helen, you mean I don't anymore? wasn't being rude, just explainng.
reply by lyenochka on 14-Mar-2021
    don't anymore? I don't understand the reference.
reply by the author on 14-Mar-2021
    have your vote.
reply by lyenochka on 14-Mar-2021
    No, it was past tense because I had already voted! Okay, you HAVE my vote! And congratulations on the win!!
reply by the author on 14-Mar-2021
    Thank you and pardon my making such a mess of this. I thought I had offended you, maybe by being short with you, or something. Certainly didn't mean to. Aarrgghh! foot in mouth disease.
reply by lyenochka on 15-Mar-2021
    Nope, you did not offend. I hope you get this poem published!
reply by the author on 15-Mar-2021
    wow. thanks!
Comment from zanya
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A-w-w this poem about unexpected romance is refreshing and delightful and humorous and fun -just what we need to lighten our spirits - love can happen just about anywhere!

 Comment Written 09-Mar-2021


reply by the author on 09-Mar-2021
    what a delightful comment! Thanks so much!
Comment from Susan Newell
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I delightfully humorous account of finding romance when least expected and almost rejected. I liked it when Sal saw Sam through only his eyes. Chili, corn bread and cole slaw is one of my easy "go to" meals. I'm sure Sal found the way to Sam's heart through his stomach. Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 09-Mar-2021


reply by the author on 09-Mar-2021
    Thanks so much for your comment and good wishes!
Comment from LisaMay
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Your romance about the old biddy, Sal, thinking that Sam is more appealing with a mask over his face reminds me of jokes about men only able to have it off with a plain woman if she's got a bag over her head (sorry to be crass). Yours is more humorously delivered... good use of dialogue.

 Comment Written 07-Mar-2021


reply by the author on 07-Mar-2021
    well, apparently she saw past his nose and he, her biddyness. ;) Maybe good cookin' and a companion did the trick.
    thanks for reading and for your comments.
reply by LisaMay on 08-Mar-2021
    That sounds like a nicely balanced relationship, win-win.
Comment from lancellot
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It was a nice short story in poetic form and I think many members will found it sweat, given the assumes ages of the characters. The romance was very light, but that too would appeal to our members.

I think you have a winner.

 Comment Written 07-Mar-2021


reply by the author on 07-Mar-2021
    thank you, Sir Lancelot.
    Much appreciated!
Comment from PENofFIRE
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Love your poem. Great story of a geezer and an old biddy. Your choice of words and how they knit together brought this write to life. I saw the whole thing through your eyes. Good luck in the contest.

 Comment Written 07-Mar-2021


reply by the author on 07-Mar-2021
    thank you so much!
    Sam and Sal thank you, too! ;)