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Comment from Debbie Pope
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Isn't it the truth? I could not agree more with your surprise ending. Of all creation, mankind has the most potential for good and evil. That definitely makes us imperfect.
This story could easily win. It's a little more profound than suitcases of stuffed birds. Good luck.

 Comment Written 16-Jun-2019


reply by the author on 16-Jun-2019
    But it's not as much fun as a story about stuffed birds. My money is still on that one. Many thanks, Debbie :)
reply by Debbie Pope on 16-Jun-2019
    I hope it's not more than one Aussie. (I had to look that one up)
reply by the author on 16-Jun-2019
    LOL

    Dollar would have worked too, or buck .

    Although, it doesn't matter what you call it, because I haven't got a brass razoo ;-)
reply by Debbie Pope on 16-Jun-2019
    Sorry to hear that.
reply by the author on 16-Jun-2019
    Well, I may or may not have. But I wanted to send you diving for the translator again :)
reply by Debbie Pope on 16-Jun-2019
    Oh, I knew what that was. It's a line of dresses and pinafores. (look it up) Like I said, I am so sorry that you don't have one.
reply by the author on 16-Jun-2019
    haha

    Well, that's not comes up when I type those words into Google. I'll have to take your word on that.
reply by Debbie Pope on 16-Jun-2019
    Did you type in brass razoo?

    the brass razoo ? Home
    https://www.brassrazookids.com/
    Dresses · Rompers · Baby Brass · Jumpers · Round Bibs · Pinafores · Bubble Rompers · Cross My Heart · Raglan · Maxi · SALE · All Products ·

    Image of Eden ...

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    the brass razoo ? Pinafores
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    May 31, 2014 - Welcome to The Brass Razoo Kids. I have recently embarked on the venture of designing and creating children's clothing and accessories and ...

    I could go on.

reply by the author on 16-Jun-2019
    Obviously Google operates differently in different countries. I actually had to scroll through three pages before I found the first reference to clothing. Here's how my search listing results start:

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    Brass razoo - Wikipedia
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    Brass razoo is an Australian phrase that was first recorded in soldiers' slang in World War I. It is defined in the Oxford English Dictionary as "a non-existent coin of trivial value". It is commonly used in the expression I haven't got a brass razoo, meaning the speaker is out of money.
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    Results 1 - 48 of 157 - Get the best deal for Brass Australian Coins from the largest online ... BRASS RAZOO UNIQUE AUSTRALIAN COIN BRAND NEW FREE ...
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    A saying when you don't care. Similar to "I don't give a shit" or "I don't give a fuck"
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    Dec 13, 2009 - Another gem from Adrian. "No fancy dinner out for me tonight; I don't have a brass razoo." Translated into Texan: "Ahm durn broke!" Etymology ...
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reply by Debbie Pope on 16-Jun-2019
    It's scary what these computers know about us. I shop online for clothing for children. Coins were way down on my list.
Comment from Gloria ....
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Ha, this is an interesting take on the creation of mankind as the evil thing added to the beauty of creation to ensure the polarity between good and evil.

Best of luck to you with the Contest Committee. :)

Gloria

 Comment Written 16-Jun-2019


reply by the author on 16-Jun-2019
    Thanks so much, Gloria. I'm not holding my breath for winning any contests in the foreseeable future :)
Comment from nancy_e_davis
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We lived up to His expectations didn't we.

This is a clever take on creation and It

is believable. How could we appreciate the good

if there was no evil? Good job, CD. Nancy:)

 Comment Written 16-Jun-2019


reply by the author on 16-Jun-2019
    Thanks so much for the lovely comments, Nancy. I appreciate them :) Craig
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
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You did a super job, Craig, with your explanation that offers an alternate perspective of creation. Your words flow smoothly with great imagery and attention to detail. Best wishes in the contest--looks like a winner here! Jan

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reply by the author on 16-Jun-2019
    I don't share your optimism, Jan, but I do appreciated the lovely comments. Most grateful, Craig
reply by Jannypan (Jan) on 16-Jun-2019
    You are welcome!
Comment from Scarbrems
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Well, it'd have to be something like that. Beats me why any creator would have bothered with us. A sound entry, well written, and I wish you luck in the contest.

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reply by the author on 16-Jun-2019
    Thanks for the good luck wishes and kind comments, Emma. Cheers, Craig
Comment from Barb Hensongispsaca
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This is excellently done and quite a different look on why man was created but you know, it makes perfect sense. This is a true winner in my reading . Good luck to you

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reply by the author on 16-Jun-2019
    Thanks so much, Barb. Yes, it's a different possible explanation :) I'm most grateful for the kind comments and good wishes. Craig