Pride and Syllable
Dialogue Only Contest Entry35 total reviews
Comment from Mary Kay Bonfante
You have a wonderful sense of humor. I enjoyed reading this light piece of dialogue-only banter -- an argument with yourself, was it (albeit imaginary)? Counting at 8 months, Einstein's theory of relativity at 8 weeks, very impressive! Well written.
reply by the author on 21-Jan-2020
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You have a wonderful sense of humor. I enjoyed reading this light piece of dialogue-only banter -- an argument with yourself, was it (albeit imaginary)? Counting at 8 months, Einstein's theory of relativity at 8 weeks, very impressive! Well written.
Comment Written 21-Jan-2020
reply by the author on 21-Jan-2020
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I do have a silly bone. Thank you so much for the excellent review and stars. Sending you my best today as always,
Sal xo
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You're very welcome, as always.
Comment from lyenochka
You are having a lot of fun with this one, Sal! Thanks for sharing a well known situation between contestants and reviewers. But you put in a lot of comedy as well. Best wishes in the contest!
reply by the author on 21-Jan-2020
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You are having a lot of fun with this one, Sal! Thanks for sharing a well known situation between contestants and reviewers. But you put in a lot of comedy as well. Best wishes in the contest!
Comment Written 21-Jan-2020
reply by the author on 21-Jan-2020
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Thank you, dear one. I so appreciate your kind reviews of my work. It is so appreciated. Sending you my best today as always,
Sally xo
Comment from Y. M. Roger
Okay, you got me: it could be between two 'FanStorians', but it actually sounds like it's someone arguing with themself..? ;) :) LOL! :) ;) Either way, it's really funny as it does highlight a number of things that have been 'glaring' lately so, good on ya, Lady Sal!! The originality is strong with this one, young padawan!! ;) :) wink, wink.. ;) Thanx for sharing and best of luck!! ;) :) Yvette
reply by the author on 21-Jan-2020
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Okay, you got me: it could be between two 'FanStorians', but it actually sounds like it's someone arguing with themself..? ;) :) LOL! :) ;) Either way, it's really funny as it does highlight a number of things that have been 'glaring' lately so, good on ya, Lady Sal!! The originality is strong with this one, young padawan!! ;) :) wink, wink.. ;) Thanx for sharing and best of luck!! ;) :) Yvette
Comment Written 20-Jan-2020
reply by the author on 21-Jan-2020
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Is this just so silly? I have a funny bone that just must be displayed sometimes.
Sending you my best today as always,
Sal xo
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
You did a great job with your contest entry, Sally. Your dialogue sounds natural, and you adhered to the rules. Your title is interesting, too. I know there are many on-line references, as you mentioned, too. However, one needs to use the one that Fan Story uses--which is??? I like your image choice--a good pairing with your fun, but many times true, story. Thanks for sharing and best wishes. Respectfully with Love and Admiration, Jan.
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2020
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You did a great job with your contest entry, Sally. Your dialogue sounds natural, and you adhered to the rules. Your title is interesting, too. I know there are many on-line references, as you mentioned, too. However, one needs to use the one that Fan Story uses--which is??? I like your image choice--a good pairing with your fun, but many times true, story. Thanks for sharing and best wishes. Respectfully with Love and Admiration, Jan.
Comment Written 20-Jan-2020
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2020
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Thank you for the wonderful review and comments. I put the one I use in my comments. I'm not sure what FanStory recommends as a syllable counter. I've never heard a particular one spoken of or implied. :) Let me know what I missed if any. (I've had three Nonets nominated so I must be doing okay.) The like the accidential poet.
Sending you my best today as always,
Sally xoxo
Comment from Joan E.
I was intrigued by your title plus parallel, artwork select selection, and your dialog matched it. What a perfect story about our FanStory experience! Best wishes in the competition- Joan
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2020
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I was intrigued by your title plus parallel, artwork select selection, and your dialog matched it. What a perfect story about our FanStory experience! Best wishes in the competition- Joan
Comment Written 20-Jan-2020
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2020
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Thank you, dear Joan. I'm glad you stopped by and enjoyed this. I appreciate your kind review very much. Sending you my best today as always,
Sal xoxo
Comment from juliaSjames
This made me chuckle, Sally. The argument is just so reminiscent of some interchanges on Fanstory and beyond. Actually you introduce a fraught subject, plagiarism. But you do it with a light touch that nonetheless makes a big impact. All of us value our integrity. The urge to win can put this at risk so we need to listen to the voice of our conscience or to friends who speak as that voice.
By the way I loved how you inserted the bragging as well. Oh dear, sometimes ego takes control. :-))
My dear friend I do wish you the best in the contest with this exceptional entry.
Blessings Julia
reply by the author on 21-Jan-2020
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This made me chuckle, Sally. The argument is just so reminiscent of some interchanges on Fanstory and beyond. Actually you introduce a fraught subject, plagiarism. But you do it with a light touch that nonetheless makes a big impact. All of us value our integrity. The urge to win can put this at risk so we need to listen to the voice of our conscience or to friends who speak as that voice.
By the way I loved how you inserted the bragging as well. Oh dear, sometimes ego takes control. :-))
My dear friend I do wish you the best in the contest with this exceptional entry.
Blessings Julia
Comment Written 20-Jan-2020
reply by the author on 21-Jan-2020
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I'm glad you love the silly side of me, too. I am on a writing retreat this week devoting myself to my craft. I'm glad you're enjoying this satire. I am deeply honored by the six stars and sincere compliments. You make me want to write even more!!!
Sending you my best today as always,
Sally xoxo
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You're very welcome, dear Sally. I love that mischievous streak in you. I recognize a fellow spirit. :-))
Comment from Pam (respa)
-I saw the title and
had to read this, Sally.
-There is something about
syllables that appeals to me,
even a story about them!
-I loved the artwork and
the dialogue; it was very funny.
-I love how you start with the
quote from "My Fair Lady," and
insist you have 9 syllables for
the nonet contest!
-Your counterpart challenges that
with some witty remarks, and you
come right back, like the bit
about you both knew when infants
and toddlers.
-I thought it was hilarious as you
continue on about the contest
and how badly you wanted to win.
-Good luck in the contest!!
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2020
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-I saw the title and
had to read this, Sally.
-There is something about
syllables that appeals to me,
even a story about them!
-I loved the artwork and
the dialogue; it was very funny.
-I love how you start with the
quote from "My Fair Lady," and
insist you have 9 syllables for
the nonet contest!
-Your counterpart challenges that
with some witty remarks, and you
come right back, like the bit
about you both knew when infants
and toddlers.
-I thought it was hilarious as you
continue on about the contest
and how badly you wanted to win.
-Good luck in the contest!!
Comment Written 20-Jan-2020
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2020
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Thank you, dear Pam. I'm so glad you enjoyed my satire of FanStory syllable counting. I had fun with it. I appreciate the review and so glad to make you smile. It's always a pleasure, dear Pam.
Sending you my best today as always,
Sally xo
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You are very welcome, Sally. You have a very good sense of humor. The best to you, as well.
Comment from WalkerMan
Yes, one duty of a true friend is to try to keep a friend from making a mistake -- especially a costly one. That's what "designated drivers" are for. Accordingly, this humorous dialog is plausible as possibly occurring in person between friends who both are FanStory members. Hence, the ultimate threat is fewer than five stars in a review. Well done, and aptly illustrated.
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2020
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Yes, one duty of a true friend is to try to keep a friend from making a mistake -- especially a costly one. That's what "designated drivers" are for. Accordingly, this humorous dialog is plausible as possibly occurring in person between friends who both are FanStory members. Hence, the ultimate threat is fewer than five stars in a review. Well done, and aptly illustrated.
Comment Written 20-Jan-2020
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2020
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Thank you so much, dear Mike. I appreciate the excellent review and kind comments. I'm glad you enjoyed my satire. Sending you my best today as always,
Sal :))
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You are welcome, Sal. A lot of FanStorians will relate to this. -- Mike
Comment from Bill Pinder
Sally, I like this humorous entry with some Fanstory humor for the dialogue only contest. Those four-star reviews are rough. Thank you so much for not giving me one.
Bill
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2020
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Sally, I like this humorous entry with some Fanstory humor for the dialogue only contest. Those four-star reviews are rough. Thank you so much for not giving me one.
Bill
Comment Written 20-Jan-2020
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2020
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Thank you so much, dear Bill. I'm glad you enjoyed my silliness and whack at FanStory competition. I appreciate your kind review so much.
Sending you my best today as always,
Sally :))
Comment from papa55mike
Friends can be a butt sometimes! It's amazing what we can argue about. This little story is wonderfully written and I love the interesting picture.
Good luck in the contest!
Have a great day and God bless.
mike
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2020
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Friends can be a butt sometimes! It's amazing what we can argue about. This little story is wonderfully written and I love the interesting picture.
Good luck in the contest!
Have a great day and God bless.
mike
Comment Written 20-Jan-2020
reply by the author on 20-Jan-2020
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Thank you, dear Mike. I appreciate you so much. I am deeply honored, and so happy you enjoyed this. Laughter is needed in the worst way these days.
Sending you my best today as always,
Sally xo
