| Spiritual Non-Fiction posted June 21, 2020 |
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Script writer's surprise
Serendipity?
by Elizabeth Emerald
In March, I released a three-part story that was based on a friendship that, for no discernable reason, went into sudden death, despite my attempts to revive it. My former friend, a free-verse poet, was the one who'd told me of Fanstory---for which I shall be forever grateful. I'd been hesitant to release my piece in the event she remained an active member; our friendship had dissipated a year before I joined the site and I had no clue as to her identifier. Given that I used my real name, she'd surely see my story listed. I held off, posting dozens of other pieces in the meantime. Since I never heard from her, I figured either she'd let her membership lapse or was simply declining to read my works; thus, my story about the passing of our friendship could be safely posted.
Shortly thereafter, I released a five-act script: OPEN HOUSE, CLOSED DOORS. It was inspired by the loss of a friend, Jim, who died last June; I decided to re-promote it on the anniversary of his death.
Last month, in conversation with Jim's sister, Nancy, I told her about the fulfillment I've found on Fanstory; she expressed interest in reading my work. I told her how to join without charge, and detailed the procedure of searching the member list for my name in order to be directed to my portfolio. Given that I have 264 postings on file; it was unlikely that Nancy would hit on my script with a random click.
In any event, I didn't hear back from her. Until three days ago---two days into my four-day promotion of the script. Nancy's voicemail said that she'd just joined and already posted a story; there was no mention of her having encountered my script. I was relieved, though not surprised; after all, she's probably spent her first week getting oriented to our strange world of gold pots and treasure chests, pumps and points; too busy to spare time looking at the up-for-review list.
Indeed, Nancy never did get around to perusing the list; what she did do---first thing, even before posting her story---was to visit my profile page. Upon which was displayed, front and center, the featured listing: OPEN HOUSE, CLOSED DOORS.
CLICK.
I learned this when I returned Nancy's call---fifteen minutes into our innocuous conversation---by the way, Liz, I read one of your postings...
OUCH!
Indeed, Nancy tells me that reading it was like ripping off a band-aid. Despite which she found it a heartwarming tribute to her brother, and feels certain that she was meant to read it.
Nancy is not one to pass such a thing off as coincidence. To wit: check out her story: OCTOBER 14th---posted under OliveO. Not sure if there's still pay attached; no matter---it's a quick read. Give it a click and a high-five---and a "welcome aboard!"
Shortly thereafter, I released a five-act script: OPEN HOUSE, CLOSED DOORS. It was inspired by the loss of a friend, Jim, who died last June; I decided to re-promote it on the anniversary of his death.
Last month, in conversation with Jim's sister, Nancy, I told her about the fulfillment I've found on Fanstory; she expressed interest in reading my work. I told her how to join without charge, and detailed the procedure of searching the member list for my name in order to be directed to my portfolio. Given that I have 264 postings on file; it was unlikely that Nancy would hit on my script with a random click.
In any event, I didn't hear back from her. Until three days ago---two days into my four-day promotion of the script. Nancy's voicemail said that she'd just joined and already posted a story; there was no mention of her having encountered my script. I was relieved, though not surprised; after all, she's probably spent her first week getting oriented to our strange world of gold pots and treasure chests, pumps and points; too busy to spare time looking at the up-for-review list.
Indeed, Nancy never did get around to perusing the list; what she did do---first thing, even before posting her story---was to visit my profile page. Upon which was displayed, front and center, the featured listing: OPEN HOUSE, CLOSED DOORS.
CLICK.
I learned this when I returned Nancy's call---fifteen minutes into our innocuous conversation---by the way, Liz, I read one of your postings...
OUCH!
Indeed, Nancy tells me that reading it was like ripping off a band-aid. Despite which she found it a heartwarming tribute to her brother, and feels certain that she was meant to read it.
Nancy is not one to pass such a thing off as coincidence. To wit: check out her story: OCTOBER 14th---posted under OliveO. Not sure if there's still pay attached; no matter---it's a quick read. Give it a click and a high-five---and a "welcome aboard!"
Thanks to MoonWillow for artwork: Angel of the Morning
I classified this factual narrative as spiritual, given its uncanny turn and the ensuing significance as construed by Nancy.
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and 2 member cents. I classified this factual narrative as spiritual, given its uncanny turn and the ensuing significance as construed by Nancy.
Artwork by MoonWillow at FanArtReview.com
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