Comment from Rachelle Allen

Exceptional

Omigoodness!! This is absolutely adorable! I had the BEST time reading this this morning. And okay, I don't know how, but you made the dialogue really believable -- when they're freaking ZEBRAS? What?! But of course the fun and talented writer you are knew exactly how.

This was entertaining beyond words - plus informative, too! I could see it being a great children's book because it's also TRUE! (well, you know...)

Thank you for the most enjoyable way to spend part of my morning today. xoxo

 Comment Written 16-Jun-2024

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reply by the author on 17-Jun-2024

Well, it's just one step further on than reading the mind of my dog! Lol. I am so pleased you enjoyed it and it gave you a smile. Next time you cross at a zebra crossing, you'll think of this story. All passers-by will wonder why you are smiling so broadly! If it was to be a children's book, I'd probably have to take out the bit about pub crawls. Lol. Thank you so much for the six stars (very unexpected, but very pleasing!) I'm grateful.
Wendy

reply by Rachelle Allen on 17-Jun-2024

Hahaha. Good point!!

Comment from GWHARGIS

Exceptional

Love the zebra crawl. Fun writing from someone who's still young at heart. Where I live we just call them crosswalks. I enjoyed this little flash fiction account. I'm thinking Disney or Pixar might need to see this. Gretchen

 Comment Written 16-Jun-2024

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reply by the author on 17-Jun-2024

Lol. I have never done a pub crawl in my life, but thought it would be fun to include, but if it was something for kids I'd probably have to remove it! Thanks so much for your wonderful review, and for the six beautiful stars. I am very appreciative.
Wendy

Comment from Begin Again

Excellent

Good morning, Wendy. I'm glad their idea didn't backfire on them, and they didn't lose their chance to go to the country because they were bad zebras. Of course, they wanted to investigate, have an adventure, and possibly a little fun. And all the attention didn't hurt either. Well done.
Smiles, Carol

 Comment Written 16-Jun-2024

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reply by the author on 17-Jun-2024

Thanks so much Carol. I am pleased you enjoyed my fun little story! Lol. I had fun with this prompt.
Wendy

Comment from juliaSjames

Excellent

This is a hilarious and creative response to the club challenge. Yes, I'm familiar with zebra crossings and with the concept of pub crawling. Sans the public crawling aspect I can see this as a children's book.

Thanks for sharing, Wendy.

Blessings, Julia

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 Comment Written 16-Jun-2024

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reply by the author on 17-Jun-2024

Thank you so much Julia. Yes, I think the pub crawls would need to be eliminated if it were to become a book for little ones. Lol. I appreciate your time and review.
Wendy

Comment from Cindy Decker 3

Excellent

Wendy, your story flash put a smile on my face. In general, it is said Aussie's love animals, and your story is a fine example of it.
I believe more in animal refuges, not zoos, but if that's one way of preserving animal species, then that's ok.
(In my part of PA, we have to watch out for black bears and raccoons)ð???
Very nice story, Wendy.
Good luck,
Cindy

 Comment Written 16-Jun-2024

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reply by the author on 16-Jun-2024

We have one in the country which is called a zoo, but is actually a refuge. All the animals roam free. People drive by in carriages or carts, or cycle around - but it's the people who are fenced off! It's super. Thanks so much for reviewing. Always much appreciated.
Wendy

Comment from Tom Horonzy

Excellent

Cute, but I worry for ZED and Stripe going to where "no zebra has gone before" (Star Trek) to a savannah where (gulp) lions may roar. They wouldn't know what to do perhaps, and instead of enjoying a relaxing lunch might in fact be lunch.

 Comment Written 16-Jun-2024

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reply by the author on 16-Jun-2024

Lol. They will probably have their own acreage away from the lions. No need to worry, we Aussies think of everything for their well-being. Thanks for reviewing.
Wendy

Comment from Pam Lonsdale

Excellent

Pub crawls are a big thing in St. Augustine, too. You can even bring your dog on some of them:-)

What a great take on this flash fiction prompt; I read Helen's last week, and I love how your stories are similar but different.

Now I will refer to these crossings as "zebra crossings" myself:-)

Thanks for sharing, Wendy.

xo
Pam

 Comment Written 16-Jun-2024

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reply by the author on 16-Jun-2024

Yes, it?s hard to come up with different reasons for why zebras run away (apart from the obvious). I hope my story was different enough. Thanks so much for reviewing.
Wendy

Comment from Wayne Fowler

Excellent

Zebra crossings, huh? Is this based on a true story?
I tried to come up with an American alternative, like military crossing (hash marks) with military discipline and precision. But cross traffic going both ways stopped that cold.
Best wishes.

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 Comment Written 16-Jun-2024

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reply by the author on 16-Jun-2024

To my knowledge, none have escaped in Australia, so my story is completely fiction (especially because we know zebras can?t talk. Lol!) But the club prompt was about zebras which escaped from a zoo in South Korea, and I believe there was another escape from a zoo in the US. And we had to write about why zebras ran away.
Thanks so much Wayne. I liked your review!
Wendy

Comment from Ricky1024

Excellent

This is a club entry rich in Theme and Imagery.
About painted rods and Zebra Crosings.
Rich in Theme and Imagery.
It also, read well and flowed well with no Grammar Issues
Thanks for sharing this and good luck with your contest entry.
Doctor Ricky

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 Comment Written 16-Jun-2024

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reply by the author on 16-Jun-2024

Thanks so much for reviewing.
Wendy