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Monday, March 21, 2011

Second Crusade Challange

Rachael Harrie has got a fantastical challenge this week for us Crusaders. If you haven't heard of the Crusade click on my badge on the sidebar for information. If you're looking to participate in a blogfest visit Rachel's blog for a list of what is going on in Bloggerville.

Also, there has been a new blog started called Write Hope. There are some stellar things to bid on (Holy STELLAR things) with proceeds benefiting the victims of Japan.
Gander on over and take a peek.
The Crusade Challenge:

Write a flash fiction story (in any format) in 100 words or less, excluding the title. Begin the story with the words, “The goldfish bowl teetered” These four words will be included in the word count.

Everyone is very welcome to take part, though only Crusaders will be eligible for the prizes. Entries over 100 words will not be considered. Entries will be judged on various criteria, including originality, word count, and entertainment value.

Here is my entry at 100 words (and my very first flash fiction story ever).

Midnight Dreams

The goldfish bowl teetered on the edge of the flimsy nightstand and crashed to the floor.


I didn’t think. Only react.

The goldfish slithered through my fingers. I scooped it into a glass breathing a sigh of relief.

I turned to the bobcat. Orange fur shined in the moonlight. He rubbed against my leg purring. “Stop shape shifting in the house. My pet is not your dinner!”

John jumped on the bed, fur disappeared and his lip quivered. “Can I have you for dinner instead?”

I slid between the blankets. He nibbled and licked at my ear. “Yes, oh yes.”
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34 comments:

  1. Neil AllenMarch 21, 2011 at 9:57 AM

    Very interesting story! And I was not expecting the ending!

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  2. Matthew MacNishMarch 21, 2011 at 11:06 AM

    I saw your comment on Elana's blog, so I wanted to stop by to follow yours.

    Nice ta meet ya!

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  3. Lydia KangMarch 21, 2011 at 11:12 AM

    Oh, that was a sexy ending! Great one!

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  4. Cherie ReichMarch 21, 2011 at 11:54 AM

    Great story, particularly the ending. *winks*

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  5. Michael Offutt, Phantom ReaderMarch 21, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    This is a great entry.

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  6. AnonymousMarch 21, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    Naughty, naughty. Great job!

    Nikki

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  7. Carol RiggsMarch 21, 2011 at 4:12 PM

    Ha, nice twist/surprise at the end. Intriguing read and original take on those same 4 words! :)

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  8. Tony BensonMarch 21, 2011 at 5:02 PM

    I love it. You not only saved the fish, but you got secuced as well, all in a hundred words :-)

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  9. Ben LanghinrichsMarch 21, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    Good twist. I didn't expect that.

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  10. TrishaMarch 21, 2011 at 11:11 PM

    Ooh, sexy! I like it :D

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  11. Cally JacksonMarch 22, 2011 at 5:24 AM

    Definitely didn't expect that twist. Naughty, naughty bobcat!

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  12. Summer RossMarch 22, 2011 at 11:08 AM

    Nice twist I wasn't expecting LOL

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  13. Amanda MilnerMarch 22, 2011 at 7:37 PM

    Why hello there naughty twist! Lol! Very fun take. ☺

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  14. Callie LeuckMarch 22, 2011 at 7:55 PM

    Ha. Nice! Very well done :)

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  15. J.C. MartinMarch 23, 2011 at 4:35 AM

    Bad kitty! Good job!

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  16. Rachael HarrieMarch 23, 2011 at 6:33 AM

    Wow, didn't see that one coming :) Great first flash fiction story ever! And thanks so much for the shout-out for Write Hope :)

    Hugs,

    Rach

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  17. Crystal CollierMarch 23, 2011 at 12:27 PM

    Interesting. Definitely keeps you guessing.

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  18. alberta rossMarch 23, 2011 at 2:02 PM

    nice twist - liked it

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  19. UnknownMarch 23, 2011 at 2:12 PM

    I liked how this story kept twisting, keeping my on my toes as I read. Nicely done!

    I realized I haven't been following. So many Crusaders! Sorry for my oversight, and I've rectified the problem!!

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  20. Witless ExpositionMarch 23, 2011 at 2:26 PM

    Love how just about every sentence was a twist! Great job

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  21. Sierra GardnerMarch 23, 2011 at 2:28 PM

    Nice. Shape shifting boyfriend eh? =)

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  22. jkraus8464March 23, 2011 at 6:22 PM

    Surprising end! I love it. Very well done and I especially like the way your word choices accent the mood.

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  23. AnonymousMarch 24, 2011 at 9:33 AM

    Ooh, saucy! :D

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  24. Vicki TremperMarch 24, 2011 at 2:36 PM

    Fun! Nice job with this. Thanks for stopping by my blog!

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  25. Alison MillerMarch 26, 2011 at 7:55 AM

    Steamy! I love it! Great job!

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  26. Charity BradfordMarch 26, 2011 at 12:44 PM

    Mmm, delicious! Thanks for sharing.

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  27. Will BurkeMarch 26, 2011 at 2:41 PM

    I like the shape-shifter angle! I've found that trying to eat women's pets doesn't leave them too enamoured with me, but whatever floats your boat.

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  28. Kari MarieMarch 27, 2011 at 12:00 PM

    Love the sexy twist!

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  29. UnknownMarch 28, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    I love these sultry entries! Who would've thunk a goldfish bowl = sexy? :-) I really enjoyed this one!

    EJ

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  30. UnknownMarch 28, 2011 at 2:39 PM

    Sexy! I like your take on the challenge!

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  31. Donea LeeMarch 29, 2011 at 4:19 PM

    Nice and steamy! ;) I like your take on the challenge - thanks for sharing!

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  32. TWMarch 29, 2011 at 5:54 PM

    Interesting piece of flash. Had to read twice to *get it*, but once I did I thought, oh yeh!!

    Anyway crusader saying hi.

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  33. ReginaApril 2, 2011 at 3:47 PM

    I really enjoyed this and the twist at the end was really great. Very unexpected and creative. :)

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  34. ali crossApril 3, 2011 at 1:04 AM

    Ooh, that's kinda naughty. And I liked it. ;)

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