I’m late; I’m late! It’s been a very busy week with a few big writing projects (on Huff Post, a piece about Honey Boo Boo and the welfare of children, and a piece for Mothers Day). I was also hesitant to post, because I knew I’d have guests from overseas here, and very limited time starting on Friday. I’ll do my best, but can’t promise to make all the rounds. Regardless, wishing a warm and happy Mother’s Day to all you writers who are moms in one way or another.
Giant congratulations to our fearless and tireless leader, Rochell Wisoff-Fields on the release of her book Please Say Kaddish For Me! So exciting! If you’d like to join this amazing group of writers, from all over the world, check out the details on Rochelle’s Blog, Addicted to Purple. This week’s photo prompt comes from Madison Woods.
This week, I sought to emulate in some small way, the fun and wit that Perry and Russell bring to this each week. Tough shoes to fill! The minute I saw the photo on Wed, I knew where I wanted to go, it was just a matter of finding the time! As always, I welcome honest feedback that is honest or constructive. Please leave a comment.
© Madison Woods
When Words Fail
“Water, water everywhere and not a sip to drink– is that it?”
“No. Something about water, but not that.”
“You can lead a horse to water, but you can’t make him drink? Is that the one, Janie?”
“Nope. It was about drinking, but not horses. Come on Meg!”
“Good grief! It’s your saying, not mine. What’s it about again?”
“David! It’s about that guy I met the other night. He’s over there, by the bar–“
“Well, I’ll tell you one thing: that man is a tall, cool glass of water, on a hot day!”
“That’s it!”
(97 words)
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Aww, that one. That’s a goodie! I’ve always liked that expression, the last one. Congrats on your Huffpost articles. Happy Mother’s Day, Dawn! Enjoy.
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Thanks so much Amy! Wow, you were quick on the draw! I’m off to bed… have to drive to Vancouver in the morning! Hesitated to post at all, but hate to miss a FF. Happy, happy Mother’s Day to you as well. 😀
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Love this one! So creative and will crafted.
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Thanks Heidi! It was fun to just be silly. 😉
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Congratulations for successfully writing in a genre different from your usual, Dawn. This was a creative way to bring in water. Well done as always. 🙂 — Suzanne
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Thanks Susanne! This was a fun one to do. 🙂
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Dear Dawn,
Sometimes it’s fun to step outside your comfort zone. You’ve done it successfully, but that doesn’t surprise me. Have a good weekend. (What’s left of it.)
Shalom,
Rochelle
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Thanks Rochelle! Happy Mother’s Day to you, on this weekend that your latest baby has finally arrived! 😉 I appreciate your feedback.
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Reblogged this on ugiridharaprasad.
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Thanks for sharing my work; it’s much appreciated!
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I am pleased you found time to write this piece. Your creativity is always like a breath of fresh air, or perhaps in this case as refreshing as mountain-fresh water. – Mike
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Thanks Mike! It’s fun to do something playful and light… too. 😉
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Ah. You made me smile! A Happy Mother’s Day to my parallel universe Mama. Here’s hoping you have a day filled with whatever the adult version of pipe cleaner flowers and coffee canister vases is! XO XO
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It turned out to be THE worst Mother’s Day… ever. But, that said, there are so many other days to enjoy. 😉 Just reading your warm greeting here is the hug I needed.
(So, consider coming to NYC for the BlogHer convention, and be my roomie!)
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To paraphrase WC Fields, “Why would you want to drink something fish have sex in?” Or, another favorite of mine from Groucho Marx, “You can lead a gift horse to water, but you can’t look him in the mouth.”
Let me know when you Huffington Post article comes out. I’d love to read it there. I suggested Perry submit his bromance story to them. It was pretty clever, so I hope he does. And thanks for the shout out at the top. It was nice of you to mention us.
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Russell, the two HuffPo links I included are live… if you hit the link, you should end up at their site.
I’m not sure I can possibly do what you and Perry do, but it was a fun try.
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I love how you dredged up all the references to water then Russel added more! I’ve always liked the last one – about the man being a cool glass of water on a hot day. It says A LOT. Happy Mother’s Day. Alicia
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Thanks Alicia! I knew Russell and Perry could come up with more of those sayings… it was fun playing with it!
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Ha.. there is nothing better than a reference to water.. but what’s better than Vodka itself… ? Water of life.
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You don’t have to tell me! But water seemed more appropriate for the crowd. 😉
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We certainly have a lot of expressions with water. As an English teacher, I find this especially intriguing. 🙂
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Sadly, I haven’t read them yet… guests and site seeing! But, can’t wait. I can see why this would be especially fun… err, intriguing for you, David!
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Very clever take on the photo: well done.
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Thanks Mick; I appreciate your feedback.
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Nice work & great channelling of the resident humorists 🙂
KT
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Thanks KT! I figured that Russell could do this best, but it was fun to take it on. 🙂
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My Grammy used to say that!
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I love that saying! Thanks for stopping by Tales From the Motherland, McGruffy; your time is much appreciated.
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A nice lighthearted one.
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Thanks Louise! Sorry I missed reading this week. Life got VERY complicated. I appreciate you taking the time.
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