True Blue
Roses are... sometimes blue.28 total reviews
Comment from davisr (Rhonda)
Another fine piece of flash fiction. This one doesn't have the classic stinger in the tail as far as a surprise, but it does have a nugget of warmth. Here, we learn about a condition of color blindness specific for red and blue. It's excellently written, aptly winning a contest, and heart warming.
Great job,
Rhonda
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2024
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Another fine piece of flash fiction. This one doesn't have the classic stinger in the tail as far as a surprise, but it does have a nugget of warmth. Here, we learn about a condition of color blindness specific for red and blue. It's excellently written, aptly winning a contest, and heart warming.
Great job,
Rhonda
Comment Written 07-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2024
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I decided this one deserved to end quietly on a happy note. I'll be back to the stingers soon. (smile) - Jamison
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Loved it!!
Comment from estory
I've never heard of blue roses before. Yellow Roses, I thought were supposed to stand for friendship. Elizabeth Cullinen titled her book of short stories after them. But whether they are blue or yellow, your story captures this poignant moment of a friendship withstanding the shrugged shoulders and the icy attitudes of the kids around them. They seem to stand, unique and bold, unbent, amid the ordinary crowd. estory
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2024
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I've never heard of blue roses before. Yellow Roses, I thought were supposed to stand for friendship. Elizabeth Cullinen titled her book of short stories after them. But whether they are blue or yellow, your story captures this poignant moment of a friendship withstanding the shrugged shoulders and the icy attitudes of the kids around them. They seem to stand, unique and bold, unbent, amid the ordinary crowd. estory
Comment Written 07-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2024
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Hi estory. Blue roses certainly are not something you see very often. Roses are missing the gene for the blue coloring. White roses can be dyed blue, though. True friendships are even rarer than a blue rose.
Thanks for the great review. - Jamison
Comment from Teri7
Congratulations on your win my friend. Thank you for your notes about protanopia. This is a very cute and very well written story. The picture of the two young girls with the blue rose goes so well with your words. Blessings, Teri
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2024
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Congratulations on your win my friend. Thank you for your notes about protanopia. This is a very cute and very well written story. The picture of the two young girls with the blue rose goes so well with your words. Blessings, Teri
Comment Written 07-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2024
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Thank you, Teri. I will enjoy the win; it might be a while before another comes along. Take care. - Jamison
Comment from Pam Lonsdale
"the dangerous landscapes of the stems below" - that's perfect!
And that last line; again, perfection.
I would not known what to do with this prompt, but you nailed it. Congrats on the win.
xo
Pam
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2024
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"the dangerous landscapes of the stems below" - that's perfect!
And that last line; again, perfection.
I would not known what to do with this prompt, but you nailed it. Congrats on the win.
xo
Pam
Comment Written 07-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2024
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Thanks for these kind words, Pam. This prompt was a bit tough, but I learned some things in the process.
Take care, and have a great weekend! Safe travel. - Jamison
Comment from Wayne Fowler
Very interesting. I didn't know that there was anything but color blindness.
Bullies sometimes grow and mature out of their meanness, but often long after their hurtfulness lives on.
Best wishes.
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2024
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Very interesting. I didn't know that there was anything but color blindness.
Bullies sometimes grow and mature out of their meanness, but often long after their hurtfulness lives on.
Best wishes.
Comment Written 07-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2024
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Many thanks, Wayne. I hope Ray mends his ways, but Emmaline has the protection and safety of true friendship. - Jamison
Comment from Terry Broxson
Jamison, I have never heard of this condition. Even though your story is flash fiction, it does provide a lot of truthful information about this condition, and you did it in a very positive way. Well done. Congratulations on the win. Terry.
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2024
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Jamison, I have never heard of this condition. Even though your story is flash fiction, it does provide a lot of truthful information about this condition, and you did it in a very positive way. Well done. Congratulations on the win. Terry.
Comment Written 07-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2024
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The disease is rare, as is true friendship. Thanks, Terry.
Comment from Jim Wile
What a very sweet story of true blue friendship, Jamison. We could all use more friends like that.
You learn something every day here at FanStory. That's a fascinating condition I've never heard about before. It must be weird not to be able to conceive of the color red which is such a dominant color in the palette. I've often thought about the possibility of a new color no one has seen before and what it might look like.
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2024
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What a very sweet story of true blue friendship, Jamison. We could all use more friends like that.
You learn something every day here at FanStory. That's a fascinating condition I've never heard about before. It must be weird not to be able to conceive of the color red which is such a dominant color in the palette. I've often thought about the possibility of a new color no one has seen before and what it might look like.
Comment Written 07-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 08-Jun-2024
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Ah, a new color that no one has seen before. There has to be a story or poem somewhere in there.
Thanks, Jim.
Comment from Bill Schott
This story, True Blue, is a perfect example of the condition and a nice tale that employs it so well. Lots of players here including Emmie, the mother, Ray the restrained bully, and Maddy the recipient. Leaves a good feeling after reading.
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2024
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This story, True Blue, is a perfect example of the condition and a nice tale that employs it so well. Lots of players here including Emmie, the mother, Ray the restrained bully, and Maddy the recipient. Leaves a good feeling after reading.
Comment Written 07-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2024
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Thanks for reading this, Bill. I am grateful. - Jamison
Comment from Lisasview
Hi Jamison,
Such a dear dear story... No wonder you won the contest... I just love the entire thought about the blue rose and the meaning of deep friendship... I also love the image you chose.
Lisasview
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2024
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Hi Jamison,
Such a dear dear story... No wonder you won the contest... I just love the entire thought about the blue rose and the meaning of deep friendship... I also love the image you chose.
Lisasview
Comment Written 07-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 07-Jun-2024
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Dear Lisa, Thank you for this great review. Many unpleasant and unfortunate things in life can be overcome with true friendship. Like a blue rose, it's rare but beautiful. Take care. - Jamison
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You are so welcome... Hope to see you around,
Lisa
Comment from Thesis
What a beautiful story. It transcends the color of the rose and highlights the friendship and meaning of the rose's offering. The symbolism is not lost on the friendship and meaning of the offering, it rather highlight's it's importance.
reply by the author on 06-Jun-2024
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What a beautiful story. It transcends the color of the rose and highlights the friendship and meaning of the rose's offering. The symbolism is not lost on the friendship and meaning of the offering, it rather highlight's it's importance.
Comment Written 06-Jun-2024
reply by the author on 06-Jun-2024
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Your interpretation of the story is inspiring, Thesis. We are indeed of the same mind. I am grateful for this encouraging review and honored by your six stars. Thank you. - Jamison