When the Sky Falls
100-word flash fiction21 total reviews
Comment from words
You set this piece up perfectly
Loe the detail of the dog licking the protagonist's face at the end.
It is so touching. Animals are so innocent, accepting and loving. You have captured that all here. ... plus how life altering it is for their human companions when they go away.
Hugs, d.
reply by the author on 20-Oct-2014
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You set this piece up perfectly
Loe the detail of the dog licking the protagonist's face at the end.
It is so touching. Animals are so innocent, accepting and loving. You have captured that all here. ... plus how life altering it is for their human companions when they go away.
Hugs, d.
Comment Written 20-Oct-2014
reply by the author on 20-Oct-2014
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I am very flattered you found this piece "touching" and worth bookmarking, Hugs. It was not easy to write it in 100 words or less, but I am delighted you and others enjoyed it so much. Thank you so much for all those stars, too! Rod
Comment from Jannypan (Jan)
Thank you so much for your sad but true story for many. I, too, have been in this situation more times than I wanted. However, I know that hard as it was, my precious pet deserved my compassion to make this decision. I can only think of one thing to say, THANK YOU." I LOVE ALL ANIMALS. It is so hard when they are in need of help we cannot give them.
reply by the author on 19-Oct-2014
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Thank you so much for your sad but true story for many. I, too, have been in this situation more times than I wanted. However, I know that hard as it was, my precious pet deserved my compassion to make this decision. I can only think of one thing to say, THANK YOU." I LOVE ALL ANIMALS. It is so hard when they are in need of help we cannot give them.
Comment Written 19-Oct-2014
reply by the author on 19-Oct-2014
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I really appreciate your thanks as it is so good to hear from someone who has shared this experience and knows what I was trying to do. Thank you. Rod
Comment from Michaelk
Aww...I was thinking it was her at first, then I thought he had the tumor and was contemplating suicide. The twist at the end was so sad. And yes, I've had to go through it before. It's never pleasant.
Great story. Very emotional.
reply by the author on 19-Oct-2014
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Aww...I was thinking it was her at first, then I thought he had the tumor and was contemplating suicide. The twist at the end was so sad. And yes, I've had to go through it before. It's never pleasant.
Great story. Very emotional.
Comment Written 19-Oct-2014
reply by the author on 19-Oct-2014
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Thank you for sharing this emotional short-short. Rod
Comment from sweetwoodjax
this is an excellent write, rodg, it is a heart wrenching decision to have to make. I thank you for the dedication. when they gave Blackie the shot, he looked at me and he was gone. I never thought it would be so quick.
reply by the author on 19-Oct-2014
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this is an excellent write, rodg, it is a heart wrenching decision to have to make. I thank you for the dedication. when they gave Blackie the shot, he looked at me and he was gone. I never thought it would be so quick.
Comment Written 19-Oct-2014
reply by the author on 19-Oct-2014
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Thank you for your wonderful praise. You and I both know how horrible those last moments with our pet can be. Rod
Comment from TheSprite
Ain't it the truth! Losing our pets can be mortifying!
I like the title and the way the last line wrapped it up so neatly.
This was a clean work that explained it all, in 100 words! :)
reply by the author on 19-Oct-2014
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Ain't it the truth! Losing our pets can be mortifying!
I like the title and the way the last line wrapped it up so neatly.
This was a clean work that explained it all, in 100 words! :)
Comment Written 19-Oct-2014
reply by the author on 19-Oct-2014
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Indeed, there is little more "mortifying" in life than sitting with your pet those last moments of its life. Thank you so much for sharing my story. Rod
Comment from Acquired Taste
Sorrowful and heartfelt - I have experienced this same pain with a pet. You've captured the anxiety then the sadness perfectly. Nicely penned. AT=/
reply by the author on 19-Oct-2014
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Sorrowful and heartfelt - I have experienced this same pain with a pet. You've captured the anxiety then the sadness perfectly. Nicely penned. AT=/
Comment Written 19-Oct-2014
reply by the author on 19-Oct-2014
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I truly thank you for your wonderful praise and empathy.. Rod
Comment from Val Crisson
I so love the use of dialogue here - it really brings this story together. This is very good flash fiction, as bring us a bit an unexpected ending. But none the less, a very tearful and emotional one. Putting an animal "down" is difficult and bring this point home quite nicely.
reply by the author on 19-Oct-2014
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I so love the use of dialogue here - it really brings this story together. This is very good flash fiction, as bring us a bit an unexpected ending. But none the less, a very tearful and emotional one. Putting an animal "down" is difficult and bring this point home quite nicely.
Comment Written 18-Oct-2014
reply by the author on 19-Oct-2014
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I truly appreciate your comments about my dialog in this short-short and your comments. Rod
Comment from Scarlet T
Nicely done! Obviously sad but well written and even managed to put in a twist at the end. I actually went back and read it twice more. Good luck in the contest.
reply by the author on 18-Oct-2014
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Nicely done! Obviously sad but well written and even managed to put in a twist at the end. I actually went back and read it twice more. Good luck in the contest.
Comment Written 18-Oct-2014
reply by the author on 18-Oct-2014
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Thank you for your kind praise and best wishes.
Comment from nelliesellie
I love the picture. I love the story. At first I thought the man was sick. He showed such great fear and sorrow. Then at the end, it was the god that was sick. I could understand the pain the man felt. Great work.
reply by the author on 18-Oct-2014
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I love the picture. I love the story. At first I thought the man was sick. He showed such great fear and sorrow. Then at the end, it was the god that was sick. I could understand the pain the man felt. Great work.
Comment Written 18-Oct-2014
reply by the author on 18-Oct-2014
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I am so pleased you enjoyed the story. Thank you for the high praise.
Comment from Judy Couch
Your story is contains a lot of emotion. At first I thought it was the person who had the tumor. The end was a surprise for me. I enjoyed it.
reply by the author on 18-Oct-2014
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Your story is contains a lot of emotion. At first I thought it was the person who had the tumor. The end was a surprise for me. I enjoyed it.
Comment Written 18-Oct-2014
reply by the author on 18-Oct-2014
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I am delighted you enjoyed the story and the surprise ending. Thanks for sharing, Judy.