Author: showtunessal
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57th Trip!
In my mind lately I have had long periods of time not feeling well in my body and spirit. ALS has plateaus and valleys. There are no longer any peaks. You know, students, growing stronger physically. If you are blessed with time, you can adapt with technology, Thanks be to God. I recently went on…
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The Saga of Tom and Jo #33
Can you tell a story in 100 words using the following words in it somewhere: EXPIRE SQUINT CULT LEMON GRANDPA STAMPEDE HELICOPTER MARKET POMPOM WOOF “Tonight is the best night. Before our vacation expires, I have one request for the woman that took 30 years to find. Jo, travel the world in my helicopter as…
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The Saga of Tom and Jo #32
Can you tell a story in 57 words using the following words in it somewhere:CATPIESTRAVESTYDIAMONDSCHAIRSTATIONERY Thinking of the cottage, Jo remembered the huge cat, Darcy. She thought about pies she made for the tea parties from the berries picked by the cottage. The makeshift desk, chair, and stationary where she wrote poetry and daydreamed about…
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The Saga of Tom and Jo #31
Can you tell a story in 28 words using the following words in it somewhere: SCRABBLE POLICE UNDERWATER Jo did remember the cottage. She thought of the Scrabble games, Chamomile tea, and books. When the river flooded, it was underwater. The police condemned it. She cried.
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The Saga of Tom and Jo #30
It’s Thursday and time for a new story challenge. Can you tell a story in 64 words using the following words in it somewhere: MICROPHONE ZEAL SNAIL COTTAGE IMMORTAL TEAPOT Dancing with such zeal, the grandchildren were amazed by their dance moves. By the end of the evening, the children were as sluggish as snails.…
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The Saga of Tom and Jo #29
Can you tell a story in… write a story in 52 words using the following five words in it somewhere: DISGUISE CHERISH WATERFALL BOOGIE DRAW “Jo, what a wonderful trip we’re having. I will cherish these days and pray for more.” As they danced cheek to cheek, Jo tried to disguise the waterfall of tears.…
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The Saga of Tom and Jo #28
Can you tell a story in… write a story in 39 words using the following four words in it somewhere: PEACOCK NEWSLETTER CYMBALS TOOTHPASTE The hotel newsletter featured the famous Peacock Players inviting children of all ages to come to the ballroom Friday for free cymbal lessons and toothpaste and toothbrushes. The grandchildren would like…
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The Saga of Tom and Jo #27
SHARK CONGA LUXURY BUS FOUR TOWEL UMPIRE SOUNDTRACK Write a story in 85 words using the following eight words in it somewhere: “We are together now Tom. We have been given a second chance. We are staying in a luxury hotel with the best towels and complimentary dinners at The Four Horseman and the LandShark…
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The Saga of Tom and Jo #26
Can You Tell A Story In… Thursday means new story challenge time. So can you tell a story in 56 words using the following words in it somewhere: HYENA CHEMIST MOBILE JIVE CHEESECAKE “Jo, you don’t have to tell me about it. I can’t imagine how hard it was for you. I was bewildered when…
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The Saga of Tom and Jo #24 and #25
Can You Tell A Story In… Thursday means new story challenge time. So can you tell a story in 41 words using the following words in it somewhere: WARLOCK LANYARD ROCKET CROCHET The previous challenge was to write a story in 64 words using the following six words in it somewhere: NURSE TABASCO INVISIBLE SPIDER…
