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Bff

Let me tell you 'bout my best friend...

28 total reviews 
Comment from Evelyn Hopkins
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I love your writing!! and the story it creates It's very pretty and draws attention in to the audience. Good luck and I hope you have a good day!! :))

 Comment Written 21-Apr-2023


reply by the author on 22-Apr-2023
    Evelyn, thank you!! That means so much. I will have to check out your portfolio!
    Xo
    Jessica
reply by Evelyn Hopkins on 22-Apr-2023
    Thank you!!
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
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Oh, how we are addicted to our phones. Your picture plus
words painted that idea perfectly, Jessica. In the case you
described, it was sad Gabby had issues and sought her
phone as her BFF. Your story covered much in the few words
allowed.
Thanks for sharing, Jan

 Comment Written 21-Apr-2023


reply by the author on 22-Apr-2023
    Thanks, Jan!! I really appreciate your insight. It's frightening how this is actually quite common today, it drives me a little crazy to be honest!
    Xo
    Jessica
Comment from LJbutterfly
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In just a few words you told a striking story and delivered a powerful message. Recently, I was in a crowded doctor's office. The TV was on, but everyone had their head down looking at a cell phone, children included.

Your story is nicely developed, leading to what sounds like a satisfying end...then the surprising twist. Clever storytelling. Best wishes in the contest.

 Comment Written 21-Apr-2023


reply by the author on 22-Apr-2023
    I appreciate that so much, thank you!
Comment from Wayne Fowler
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Well written, Well done.
Yes, it is unfortunate that kids (and adults) spend so much time and energy on electronics when playing and interacting with friends would be so much better for them.
Best wishes.

 Comment Written 21-Apr-2023


reply by the author on 22-Apr-2023
    Well said, Wayne! I completely agree. Thank you.
    Xo
    Jessica
Comment from mermaids
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Your story is so true. It seems that children and adults are on their phones all the time. Technology has taken over. Excellent tale here that is relevant to today's world.

 Comment Written 21-Apr-2023


reply by the author on 22-Apr-2023
    I couldn't agree more! Thank you so much for your review and comment.
Comment from Jim Wile
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It's a sad fact of life now, isn't it?--as you have pointed out so well in your flash story. Her phone has become her new BFF, and the irony is that it was probably the availability of social media on her phone that caused the original issues with her classmates in the first place with all the harassment and bullying that goes on with social media.

Very well done. Jim

 Comment Written 21-Apr-2023


reply by the author on 22-Apr-2023
    Well said, Jim! Thank you so much. As always, I appreciate your perceptive feedback.
    Jess
Comment from Julie Lau
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How very topical this is! I have mixed feelings about the whole issue. Girls of that age can be so cruel to each other. If Gabby can avoid them online too, she should be alright. As an only child with an enquiring mind, I would have loved an iphone.

 Comment Written 21-Apr-2023


reply by the author on 22-Apr-2023
    Very true, Julie! I appreciate your insight!
    Jessica
Comment from Liz O'Neill
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This is well handled. Leaving it open for the reader invites them to project their experience or knowledge into the scenerio: "She has stopped socializing, and spends all her time with her new best friend. " A delusion for Gabby and the reader: "After playing for hours, her sadness faded." The ending is a great twist.


 Comment Written 21-Apr-2023


reply by the author on 21-Apr-2023
    Thank you so much! I appreciate your perceptive review!!
reply by Liz O'Neill on 21-Apr-2023
    ***Secret smile***
Comment from jmdg1954
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Okay. You got me. I'm reading this short 75 word flash and my mind was thinking Gabby was a teddy bear or another stuffed animal!

Good twist at the end.
Cheers.
John

 Comment Written 20-Apr-2023


reply by the author on 21-Apr-2023
    Thank you!!
    I appreciate that!
    :)
Comment from Mia Twysted
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The phone is becoming the best friend of too many young people nowadays. It is sad to see the disconnection that it brings, and this piece reminds the reader of that.

 Comment Written 20-Apr-2023


reply by the author on 21-Apr-2023
    Thank you so much, I appreciate your insight!!