Monday, April 11, 2011

Succinctly Yours #3

I joined another writing meme that piggybacks on the idea started by Susan of the Stony River blog. The meme is called Succinctly Yours and  you can click her very stylish header above or right here at Grandma Goulash.Grandma posts a picture each Monday and you are to write a 140 character or word story about it. You can also use the word of the day in your post if you wish. This week's word is procrastinate.

The 140 character limit is really good writing practice because every word counts. I got out of the habit of posting on Sunday, but hopefully I'll be able to get back into it even though I'm feeling a little guilty about carrying on without Susan...

Here's this week's picture and my story


Amy anxiously looked around, hoping her disguise would help her blend in.  No police, no guards-she was just minutes away from freedom. (Exactly 135 characters-cutting it close but I'm a little out of practice...)

I'm really looking forward to coming around to all your blogs. You might also be interested in the meme by Lisa Ricard Claro called Book Blurb Friday. Here you look at a picture and then compose a 150 word blurb that might appear on the book jacket. Every story is completely different, and I have really enjoyed taking part. Why not check it out this Friday? Lisa usually puts the post up Thursday night-I hope to see you there as well!

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14 comments:

  1. AkelamaluApril 11, 2011 at 2:38 PM

    Did she make it? :0

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  2. Liz MaysApril 11, 2011 at 2:54 PM

    You always come up with the best little ditties!

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  3. ElaineApril 11, 2011 at 3:10 PM

    Good one!

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  4. Ms. GApril 11, 2011 at 3:24 PM

    and would never be held responsible for that blog ; )

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  5. Calico CrazyApril 11, 2011 at 3:47 PM

    Mystery and intrigue, I'm kind of hoping she makes it. ~ Calico Contemplations

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  6. anthonynorthApril 11, 2011 at 5:19 PM

    Hope she made it. nice one.

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  7. PoochApril 11, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    Dear-dear, what has Amy done to cause this situaton?!

    :)

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  8. AnyesApril 11, 2011 at 6:38 PM

    Minutes away from freedom...Can't stand the suspense! Will she be free?

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  9. PatApril 11, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    Will she be caught?! This sounds like the start of a thriller! Good one, Susan. It is fun to be seeing the old gang again!

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  10. Grandma's GoulashApril 11, 2011 at 9:32 PM

    Definitely an "I want to know more" tale. I think 135 characters is quite respectable. I still struggle with the 140 limit.

    My Succinct: Tough Economy

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  11. PorkyApril 11, 2011 at 11:53 PM

    Mysterious - what's up here? Who is Amy and what is she doing? It's good to tease, and leave loose ends.

    With seven more characters you could have a space and then "Amy?", and with six "Hi!", but five is most definitely tricky. I'm stumped.

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  12. Maria@BubblegumandDuctTapeApril 12, 2011 at 1:25 AM

    hhhmmm, exactly what did Amy do to get her in trouble???? a mystery. Great set up for a mystery.

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  13. septembermomApril 12, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    I feel the tension building. This is another great one from you my dear friend.

    I didn't know about this microfiction meme. I may have to join in next time :)

    Hope all is well. Crazy here, but everyone is good.

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  14. MIGApril 14, 2011 at 7:56 AM

    As always you never disappoint me with your writing! You should write a mystery. Just make sure to make it an eBook to so I can read it on my Kindle. :)

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