I Got This!
3rd Place Finish14 total reviews
Comment from Jim Wile
This was a riot! Oh, the silly things we do when pride gets in the way. The fate of those grates was great, as each one wreaked havoc with your poor body.
I too have a tendency to take on things I probably shouldn't and live to regret it. Why is it we fail to learn from such ill-advised endeavors?
This was a wonderful reminder of how pride often goeth before the fall. Thanks for that! - Jim
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2024
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This was a riot! Oh, the silly things we do when pride gets in the way. The fate of those grates was great, as each one wreaked havoc with your poor body.
I too have a tendency to take on things I probably shouldn't and live to regret it. Why is it we fail to learn from such ill-advised endeavors?
This was a wonderful reminder of how pride often goeth before the fall. Thanks for that! - Jim
Comment Written 10-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 11-Mar-2024
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Thank you, Jim! It was a fun little write. Appreciate the magical sixer!
Comment from LJbutterfly
Six stars for the humor and the imagery. I'm sorry you got beat up by an old stove because you needed to keep fifty dollars in your pocket, but I hope you were able to recuperate in a fairly short time. This story is well written and moved smoothly and quickly. I wish you the best in the contest.
reply by the author on 09-Mar-2024
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Six stars for the humor and the imagery. I'm sorry you got beat up by an old stove because you needed to keep fifty dollars in your pocket, but I hope you were able to recuperate in a fairly short time. This story is well written and moved smoothly and quickly. I wish you the best in the contest.
Comment Written 09-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 09-Mar-2024
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Thank you for the awesome sixer review! Have not heard from you in a bit. Hope you are doing well!
Comment from jessizero
This story really made me laugh. You told it so well, and it built up as the story progressed. I loved your curses, as well. Thank you for sharing, and best wishes to you.
reply by the author on 09-Mar-2024
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This story really made me laugh. You told it so well, and it built up as the story progressed. I loved your curses, as well. Thank you for sharing, and best wishes to you.
Comment Written 09-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 09-Mar-2024
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Thank you, Jesse. It is a true story. And funny ?now
Comment from Pam Lonsdale
As a person who has made an ass out of myself - and done stupid things - numerous times in my life, I found this familiar and awfully funny. I feel your pain, although not literally, which would be, well, painful!
I'm not at all surprised that the person delivering your new stove shared that it was "junk". The person who delivered our new washer remarked (about our 13-year-old washer), "The new one will never last as long as the old one did." I guess that is so they can sell more.
This was funny and very well written - very engaging with no errors that I could find. Virtual six to you!
xo
Pam
reply by the author on 09-Mar-2024
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As a person who has made an ass out of myself - and done stupid things - numerous times in my life, I found this familiar and awfully funny. I feel your pain, although not literally, which would be, well, painful!
I'm not at all surprised that the person delivering your new stove shared that it was "junk". The person who delivered our new washer remarked (about our 13-year-old washer), "The new one will never last as long as the old one did." I guess that is so they can sell more.
This was funny and very well written - very engaging with no errors that I could find. Virtual six to you!
xo
Pam
Comment Written 09-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 09-Mar-2024
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Thank, Pam. There will be a part two where I beat up a stove!
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Can't wait to see how you injure yourself there:-)
Comment from Ginda Simpson
I love your sense of humor. This is such a well written story and one that all of us can relate to when we don't stop to consider the costs of saving money. A good contender for the contest.
reply by the author on 09-Mar-2024
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I love your sense of humor. This is such a well written story and one that all of us can relate to when we don't stop to consider the costs of saving money. A good contender for the contest.
Comment Written 09-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 09-Mar-2024
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Thank you, Ginda! This was a fun one!
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Comment from Brenda Strauser
I enjoyed reading your story. I know from experience, it clearly isn't worth it to do things like that yourself. On the other hand, my husband will. The story expressed your feelings very well. It was easy to follow along. It is written well.
reply by the author on 08-Mar-2024
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I enjoyed reading your story. I know from experience, it clearly isn't worth it to do things like that yourself. On the other hand, my husband will. The story expressed your feelings very well. It was easy to follow along. It is written well.
Comment Written 08-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 08-Mar-2024
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ThNk you! Is that the difference between men and women? Ha!
Comment from barbara.wilkey
I enjoyed reading. This I have no clue how I missed it in my PM box, but I did.
The cute young thing raised her eyebrow. In hind site, it probably wasn't a challenge, but I'll swear until my deathbed the lady had a mischievous twinkle in her eye.
The cute blonde may as well have been a matador waving a red flag at a bull. (All of this to keep your machismo in tact. MEN!!!! My favorite line for my husband. "Brian, doesn't always make good choices.)
The next day I saw a scrapper loading up the devilish stove that had beat the crap out of me. (The following day)
reply by the author on 08-Mar-2024
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I enjoyed reading. This I have no clue how I missed it in my PM box, but I did.
The cute young thing raised her eyebrow. In hind site, it probably wasn't a challenge, but I'll swear until my deathbed the lady had a mischievous twinkle in her eye.
The cute blonde may as well have been a matador waving a red flag at a bull. (All of this to keep your machismo in tact. MEN!!!! My favorite line for my husband. "Brian, doesn't always make good choices.)
The next day I saw a scrapper loading up the devilish stove that had beat the crap out of me. (The following day)
Comment Written 08-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 08-Mar-2024
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Thanks for the SPAG. That is one I continuously make.
Great line for your husband. Ha!
This is a funny memory. . . now.
Comment from Glenda Collins
Great contest entry. I laughed aloud several times. Mostly, because I have done this type of foolery. Probably more than I would admit. At least you learned your lesson. I have a quite a stubborn streak :-). Ooof, hope you mended without any chronic issues. Certainly made for a good story and life lesson.
Great job.
Glenda
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2024
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Great contest entry. I laughed aloud several times. Mostly, because I have done this type of foolery. Probably more than I would admit. At least you learned your lesson. I have a quite a stubborn streak :-). Ooof, hope you mended without any chronic issues. Certainly made for a good story and life lesson.
Great job.
Glenda
Comment Written 07-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2024
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Thanks, Glenda! It is certainly funny . . . now. Ha!
Comment from Wendy G
A very well told story, and I am sure many of us will relate. Your story was told with skill, wit, and humour, and although it was not funny at the time, it does make for an excellent story. Well done, and best wishes for your entry.
Wendy
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2024
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A very well told story, and I am sure many of us will relate. Your story was told with skill, wit, and humour, and although it was not funny at the time, it does make for an excellent story. Well done, and best wishes for your entry.
Wendy
Comment Written 07-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2024
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Tee hee. It is crashing and burning against the sentimental pieces. I knew I should have thrown a box of kittens in that oven for the win?er?wait, that sounds just wrong. Ha! All in good fun.
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You have my vote!
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As long as you laughed then I already won, my friend!
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Oh yes, you are a winner. I laughed!
Comment from Rosemary Everson1
They say the products which were made years ago are better made than now. Probably the seller knew what he was talking about. Glad that your body did heal though and your family enjoyed your holiday.
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2024
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They say the products which were made years ago are better made than now. Probably the seller knew what he was talking about. Glad that your body did heal though and your family enjoyed your holiday.
Comment Written 07-Mar-2024
reply by the author on 07-Mar-2024
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Thank you! It?s funny now!