Discussion thread - SEVENTY-FIVE WORD WRITING CHALLENGE August 2013

[Scott R. Forshaw]

Thanks for the lovely messages, Aber and Perp. Coming back here, particularly with guys like you around, makes it feel like I've never been away.

 

[Jo Zebedee]

Congrats, Scotty. Wee girl, or wee boy?

 

[Scott R. Forshaw]

Thanks, Springs.

He's a wee boy. We've named him Tristan - taken from Arthurian legend - and he's adorable. His big sister thinks so, too.

I hope you're well.

 

[Abernovo]

I should have said congratulations, Scott. For some reason, I got it into my head that I'd already said it in another thread. My grey hairs must be growing into my brain!

So:
Congratulations and best wishes!

 

[TheDustyZebra]

Congratulations, Scott! One of my MCs in a long-running WIP is named Tristan -- maybe I'll finish it in time for yours to read it before he's too old.

 

[Victoria Silverwolf]

Mr Orange -- Robert Frost reminds us of the haunting memory of the Road Not Taken. When faced with an important decision, sometimes it is youth which seems timid in the face of risk, and age which dares to face the challenge.

Starbeast -- Few of us are brave enough to take on the responsibility of heroic deeds. Often we must be pressed into service by outside forces, which may reveal our best side against our will.

I Voyager -- Technology offers us simulations of human interaction which may be difficult to distinguish from the real thing. Although this can be useful, it may limit our ability to appreciate others in the flesh.

J Riff -- Although popular fiction has often told us that the only thing we need to do is believe, perhaps we should allow Emily Dickinson to remind us that reality does not always co-operate with our desires.

"Faith” is a fine invention
For Gentlemen who see!
But Microscopes are prudent
In an Emergency!

BigJ -- Our emotions are part of what make us sentient animals, like many of our fellow vertebrates. Any attempt to separate them from our intellect is doomed to failure, and could only result in a being which is less than sentient.

Alex, the G and T -- Anyone who has ever looked up at the night sky must ask: Is there Someone Out There? If so, would we be able to communicate with them? Would they understand our message, and be able to respond? Would we welcome their answer?

SleepyDormouse -- Communication with our loved ones on the most intimate level is what we claim to desire. Yet within the best of us there exists darkness we which are reluctant to reveal. Something must always remain hidden.

Scott R. Forshaw -- To be cast out from the rest of humanity has been a punishment reserved for unacceptable behavior since civilization began. The exile experiences the deepest sense of loneliness of which our species is capable.

 

[Parson]

Scott,

Congrats on the family addition
A wee lad named tristan
You're schedule will be a muck
Be you'll be so in luck.

 

[Scott R. Forshaw]

Thanks, Aber, that's much appreciated. And, TDZ, you'd better get your skates on; I can't wait to read it myself now.

Also, thanks for my first review in what seems like forever, Victoria.

And, of course, Parson, for the wonderful poem. How very kind of you.

You've just made my day, all of you.

 

[Victoria Silverwolf]

sinister42 -- The fact that money is strictly a symbolic form of value often escapes us. A slip of paper or a disk of metal is worth what we agree it is worth. Those daring enough to step outside the boundaries of licit behavior can take advantage of this cultural illusion.

 

[sinister42]

Thanks, Victoria - speedy response; I just posted that. I think you nailed the concept.

 

[Starbeast]

I've actually managed to post a story. Whoop! It's been longer than I care to remember, but I guess that's what having a newborn does to you.

Anyway, I thoroughly enjoyed writing it, and just hope it doesn't take as long until my next one.

Congratulations Scott for being blessed with a child! And it's also nice to see you here.

Starbeast -- Few of us are brave enough to take on the responsibility of heroic deeds. Often we must be pressed into service by outside forces, which may reveal our best side against our will.

You are awesomely insightful. You saw exactly what I was expressing. Thank you for your stellar review!

Change
(part five)​

SleepyDormouse - The peace of quietness, is bliss for (me or) a person who is telepathic, in this terrifically fine offering which was written soothingly well. (whispers) Good stuff.​

Scott R. Forshaw - A change of scenary can be wonderful for anyone who is stuck in the same bland location. And this is dramatically illustrated in this intense sci-fi story of temporary escape. Creepy cool.​

Sinister42 - Uniquely written tale that dares to be different in it's meaning of "change". Yet, there is more changing of change that is a surprising element to the finish of this tale. Nice to meet you Sinister42.​

 

[Dream Walker]

Thankyou for the reviews Starbeast and Victoria Silverwolf. Starbeast saying it was classic science fiction just made my day. Those classic authors are on a pedestal in my view.
Victoria Silverwolf, that was a pithy and cogent review. Thankyou. The depths of your analysis of my piece offered me a new outlook upon my own writing. I am humbled by your eloquence.

 

[sinister42]

Congratulations Scott for being blessed with a child! And it's also nice to see you here.



You are awesomely insightful. You saw exactly what I was expressing. Thank you for your stellar review!

Change
(part five)​

SleepyDormouse - The peace of quietness, is bliss for (me or) a person who is telepathic, in this terrifically fine offering which was written soothingly well. (whispers) Good stuff.​

Scott R. Forshaw - A change of scenary can be wonderful for anyone who is stuck in the same bland location. And this is dramatically illustrated in this intense sci-fi story of temporary escape. Creepy cool.​

Sinister42 - Uniquely written tale that dares to be different in it's meaning of "change". Yet, there is more changing of change that is a surprising element to the finish of this tale. Nice to meet you Sinister42.​

Wowie - thanks for the good words. Nice to meet you too!

 

[SleepyDormouse]

Congratulations Scott on your new son

Victoria, thank you for the review. There certainly are dark thoughts in everyone.. I would much rather not know them.

Starbeast, thank you for the glowing praise. School holidays certainly make me dream of peace!

 

[Scott R. Forshaw]

Thanks, Sleepy.

Starbeast, I've missed those wonderful reviews of yours. As always, thank you. You're too kind.

 

[Victoria Silverwolf]

chrispenycate -- As soon as civilization arose human beings organized themselves into castes and professions, often based on arbitrary distinctions. In these enlightened times, this division is often based on one's abilities and aptitudes; but are we really as free from the class system as we think?

 

[Karn Maeshalanadae]

A belated thanks for the review, SB.


I simply went with what I knew of the definition of the genre, and that was dystopian.

 

[Starbeast]

Thankyou for the reviews Starbeast and Victoria Silverwolf. Starbeast saying it was classic science fiction just made my day. Those classic authors are on a pedestal in my view.

You are immensely welcomed Dream Walker. I too enjoy those magnificant sci-fi/fantasy authors of yesteryear which helped define the genres, broadened our imaginations and entertained us tremendously.

Wowie - thanks for the good words. Nice to meet you too!

You're welcome Sinister42.

Starbeast, thank you for the glowing praise. School holidays certainly make me dream of peace!

Heh heh, school can be chaotic at times, but it can be rewarding at times too. Nice to have you here SleepyDormouse.

Starbeast, I've missed those wonderful reviews of yours. As always, thank you. You're too kind.

You're welcome Scott. And thank you for the compliment. Plus, once again I say congrats on being blessed with a child.

A belated thanks for the review, SB. I simply went with what I knew of the definition of the genre, and that was dystopian.

Excellent annd stunning execution Karn.

Change
(part six)​

Chrispenycate - A totalitarianized society makes for a tough life in the future, especially when you're categorized at the early age of five with a job description. Dark, bleak and well done.

 

[Mr Orange]

Thanks for the review Victoria. much appreciated

 

[Victoria Silverwolf]

JordanSC5 -- Few controversial topics are as emotionally charged as abortion. Can there ever be a middle ground between pro-choice and pro-life? Perhaps a place to start is to ask at what point a fertilized egg develops enough of a nervous system to be an object of ethical consideration.