Comment from JW

Excellent

Cute story. Very well written. And it would appear that when it comes to the lottery - your luck i about as good as mine.

Thanks for sharing this.
Jonathon

 Comment Written 15-May-2010

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reply by the author on 15-May-2010

Jonathon,

Buying a lottery ticket for me is like just handing out a donation to the other winner. lol Thanks so much...Carol

Comment from Trybuck

Excellent

Too bad you missed the contest, and I apologize for taking so long to get to read this one. I expect it would have done quite well in the contest.
Well done, Buck

 Comment Written 14-May-2010

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reply by the author on 15-May-2010

Buck,

No apologies needed...I am so far behind on two days of responses that I am thoroughly ashamed. Not enough time in the day...Thank you...Carol

Comment from Sasha

Excellent

Sorry you missed the contest, this would have been a terrific entry. I really got a kick out of it. Delightful and put a smile on my face.

 Comment Written 13-May-2010

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reply by the author on 15-May-2010

Sasha,

Glad I could return the favor..You always put a smile on mine. Smiles, Carol

Comment from mtngalofnc

Excellent

Hi Begin Again,

Cute flash fiction and written very well in so short a story and I loved the touch of humor at the end. A delightful read. Thank you for sharing.

Becky

 Comment Written 13-May-2010

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reply by the author on 15-May-2010

Becky,

thank you so much for reading and enjoying. Carol

Comment from Judian James

Excellent

I loved it! Completely unexpected (although I sensed chemistry with that "caramel smile"!) Well done and fun to read. I love happy endings!

 Comment Written 13-May-2010

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reply by the author on 15-May-2010

Jude,

Yes, the eyes will give it away every time...Thanks so much...Carol

Comment from eliz100

Excellent

This is a great story in so few words. Your words pulled me right into that general store. I like the play on ticket. The dialogue and descriptions were right on.

 Comment Written 13-May-2010

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reply by the author on 15-May-2010

Eliz,

Thanks so much as always. These short ones are difficult to write for me. but I love it when I can get the punch right. Smiles,Carol

Comment from hotstuff

Excellent

Your story had me smiling. It described a typical conversation/event between people disappointed because their lottery ticket wasn't a winner. We can all relate to this and the romantic ending was lovely

 Comment Written 13-May-2010

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reply by the author on 15-May-2010

Hotstuff,

Romance is always better than money...at least if it lasts it is. Smiles, Carol

Comment from IndianaIrish

Excellent

I'm so sorry you missed the contest before filling up, Carol ... this is a great flash fiction. There's more ways to end up being a winner than winning the lottery! Great lil story.
Karyn :>)

 Comment Written 12-May-2010

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reply by the author on 15-May-2010

Karyn,

So right you are..love beats money any day..though a little is great to have. Smiles, Carol

Comment from barbara.wilkey

Excellent

Very cute. I am amazed that you wrote a complete story in only a few words. It says all there is to say and even adds human from the elderly lady. Good luck with the contest.

 Comment Written 12-May-2010

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reply by the author on 15-May-2010

Barbara,

Yes, I couldn't leave out the little ole lady..it was proably me. Smiles, Carol

Comment from Ms. Gray

Excellent

I enjoyed your little story. There is a sense of community at the lottery counter and you captured that with the realistic dialogue. I bought a megamillion ticket and there was friendly chatter in line. I'm glad you decided to share this.

 Comment Written 12-May-2010

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reply by the author on 15-May-2010

Patti,

As always, I truly appreciate the time you took to read my story and for your gracious comments. Thank you...Carol